EA to the President - Governance & Board Liaison

Wisconsin Center District; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Wisconsin Center District is hiring an Executive Assistant to the President/CEO in Milwaukee to serve as the CEO's administrative partner and central liaison to the Board. The role emphasizes governance support, records management, and proactive coordination across executive leadership.

The ideal candidate handles sensitive matters with discretion, manages calendars and travel, and ensures board materials are prepared and delivered on schedule while maintaining compliance with public records

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5+ years supporting an executive-level position.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, Outlook).
• Preferred: experience with convention centers, sports teams, theater, or hotels.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary administrative liaison to the CEO and Board.
• Coordinate all Board and committee meetings and keep minutes.
• Maintain board records and governance documents.
• Provide high-level executive support to the President/CEO and COO, including calendar and travel.
• Coordinate Open Records requests under Wisconsin Public Records Law.
• Support executive leadership team meetings and record-keeping.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Flexible hours

English proficiency

BPX values

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

5+ years executive-level support experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wisconsin Center District is hiring an Executive Assistant to the President/CEO in Milwaukee to serve as the CEO's administrative partner and central liaison to the Board. The role emphasizes governance support, records management, and proactive coordination across executive leadership.

The ideal candidate handles sensitive matters with discretion, manages calendars and travel, and ensures board materials are prepared and delivered on schedule while maintaining compliance with public records