CEO Executive Assistant & Board Liaison

Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CALPERS pension

Health/dental/vision benefits

Public service loan forgiveness

457 plans

Free bus passes

Longevity pay

Job summary

Santa Cruz METRO is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant to partner with the CEO, manage day-to-day operations, and oversee governance processes. This role requires discretion, strategic calendar management, and cross‑department collaboration.

The position supports board and committee activities, coordinates communications, and leads administrative initiatives with a focus on confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Seven or more years of executive-level administrative experience supporting a chief executive or senior leader.
• Experience with public board governance or meetings is highly desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication with professional discretion.

Responsibilities

• Directly supports the CEO, manages calendar, communications, and workflow for executive objectives.
• Directs board governance processes, including meeting schedules, agendas, minutes and records.
• Oversees administrative operations and teams; coordinates budgets, contracts, and procurement.
• Leads executive projects and cross‑functional agency coordination.

Skills

Executive administrative support

Board governance coordination

Calendar & travel management

High discretion & confidentiality

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Board agenda/ records systems

Adobe Acrobat

SharePoint

Job description

Santa Cruz METRO is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant to partner with the CEO, manage day-to-day operations, and oversee governance processes. This role requires discretion, strategic calendar management, and cross‑department collaboration.

The position supports board and committee activities, coordinates communications, and leads administrative initiatives with a focus on confidentiality and professional standards.