Board Secretary & Executive Project Manager

Diplomatic Congress of Franklin & Marshall College; Secretary (MD); On-site; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin & Marshall College is seeking an Assistant Secretary to the Board & Executive Project Manager to provide high-level administrative and project support to the President, Chief of Staff, and Secretary to the Board. The role anchors governance operations and strategic initiatives from the Office of the President.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 5+ years of experience, supreme discretion, and outstanding communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• At least 5 years of relevant administrative experience.
• Experience supporting executive leadership or governance boards.
• High level of accuracy in minute-taking and records management.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end logistics for Board and committee meetings, including scheduling, venue, catering, tech, RSVPs, and materials.
• Lead and track special administrative projects and initiatives from the President’s office.
• Draft and distribute meeting agendas; attend meetings to record minutes and organize files.
• Prepare briefs, reports, and presentation materials for executive review.
• Maintain trustee contacts and committee records; communicate with trustees and President’s Office.

Skills

Executive support

Minutes taking

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Project coordination

Cross-department collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Google Suite

MS Office

Job description

Franklin & Marshall College is seeking an Assistant Secretary to the Board & Executive Project Manager to provide high-level administrative and project support to the President, Chief of Staff, and Secretary to the Board. The role anchors governance operations and strategic initiatives from the Office of the President.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 5+ years of experience, supreme discretion, and outstanding communication skills.