Board of Directors Governance and Operations Manager

Csuaoa; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Csuaoa is seeking a Manager to oversee operations, administration, and governance support for the ASI Board of Directors. In this full-time position, you will directly advise and develop student leaders, ensuring they are effectively leading and making decisions.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of relevant experience. Strong organizational and communication skills are required. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in leadership, administration, or public sector work.
• Experience with project management, governance, or student development.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Board and committee operations, including agendas, minutes, materials, and compliance postings.
• Advise student leaders on governance, policy, and procedures.
• Develop and deliver training for student board members.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Work directly with student leaders and help them lead effectively.

At ASI, students make real decisions: budgets, policies, priorities.

This role ensures they can do that well.

You’ll be in the room, behind the scenes, and in conversation, guiding student leaders through governance, compliance, and leadership development.

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The role

The Manager oversees operations, administration, and governance support for the ASI Board of Directors and its committees, while directly advising and developing student leaders.

What you’ll actually do

• Oversee Board and committee operations, including agendas, minutes, materials, and compliance postings
• Manage board logistics, scheduling, and meeting coordination
• Advise student leaders on governance, policy, and procedures (Robert’s Rules, Open Meeting Act)
• Serve as custodian of official Board records and documentation
• Supervise staff supporting Board operations
• Develop and deliver training and onboarding for student board members
• Support policy development, resolution writing, and compliance review
• Oversee the administration of ASI Scholarships and Research Grants programs
• Coordinate with campus partners to ensure compliance and program effectiveness

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 3+ years of experience in leadership, administration, or public sector work
• Experience with project management, governance, or student development
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred

• Experience working with boards, governance structures, or student government
• Experience supervising staff and/or student employees
• Familiarity with CSU or higher education environments

Who this role is for

• You enjoy working directly with students and coaching them through real decisions
• You can translate complex policies into something usable and clear
• You’re organized, steady, and comfortable in fast-moving environments

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