Board Operations Director

Northeastern University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Northeastern University is seeking an Associate Director of Board Operations and Assistant Secretary to support the Board of Trustees and its committees. The role leads board materials, engagement strategies, and governance processes, while coordinating meetings and dashboards across the university.

The position requires strong project management, excellent writing, discretion with confidential information, and the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong project management, documentation, and process development.
• Excellent written communication, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain board relations manuals and calendars.
• Coordinate board meeting logistics and materials, including remote tech.
• Draft, circulate and maintain minutes of board and committee meetings.
• Track board actions and provide dashboards and status updates.

Skills

Project management

Relationship management

Written communication

Attention to detail

Discretion & judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

OnBoard

Job description

Northeastern University is seeking an Associate Director of Board Operations and Assistant Secretary to support the Board of Trustees and its committees. The role leads board materials, engagement strategies, and governance processes, while coordinating meetings and dashboards across the university.

The position requires strong project management, excellent writing, discretion with confidential information, and the ability to travel as needed.