Executive Business Partner

Computer History Museum; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Business Partner to provide high-level support to the CEO and Board of Trustees. This pivotal role involves overseeing administrative operations, managing communication channels, and ensuring the successful execution of strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational and communication skills, with a proven track record of supporting senior executives. Join a dynamic team dedicated to decoding technology and shaping a better future through innovation and collaboration. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization.

Benefits

Fully sponsored medical, dental, and vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan with employer matching

Employee discounts in museum store and on-site cafe

Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with employer contributions

Fully sponsored Life and Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting a CEO or Senior Executive.
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CEO to establish strategic vision and operational priorities.
• Act as a liaison between the organization and the Board of Trustees.
• Manage the CEO's calendar, schedule, and travel arrangements.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Board Liaison Experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

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Position Summary

The Executive Business Partner (EBP) plays a vital role in overseeing the administrative operations of the Office of the CEO and the Board of Trustees. This position provides high-level executive support and serves as a valuable collaborator and trusted advisor to the CEO in all aspects of the organization.

The EBP is responsible for maintaining impeccable communication channels, streamlining workflows, managing time effectively, and ensuring the successful execution of strategic initiatives. Additionally, the EBP acts as a liaison between the organization and the Board of Trustees, overseeing board management and governance to ensure smooth operations.

To excel in this role, the EBP must possess outstanding organizational and prioritization skills, coupled with exceptional communication abilities. Moreover, the ability to anticipate needs, plan, and think critically are crucial attributes for success in this position.

Responsibilities

Office of CEO

• Collaborate with the CEO to establish the strategic vision and operational priorities of the organization and outline the CEO's annual objectives.
• Uphold and promote the organization's culture while acting as a representative for the CEO as needed.
• Efficiently manage the CEO's calendar, schedule, and travel arrangements.
• Create internal and external written communications for the CEO, ensuring alignment with organization-wide messaging strategies.
• Drive or participate in special projects initiated by the CEO across various operational functions.
• Analyze the significance and impact of different relationships, collaborating closely with the CEO to prioritize key connections that support organizational goals.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information and matters, upholding the highest level of professional integrity.
• Prepare the CEO and team members for meetings by clarifying objectives, providing comprehensive briefings, and setting agendas.
• Record post-meeting debriefs with the CEO and communicate outcomes to relevant parties.
• Collaborate with the CEO to craft presentations for internal and external speaking engagements and develop key talking points.
• Support the CEO in the recruitment and onboarding process for direct reports at the VP level.
• Assist in managing the CEO's projects, external commitments, and board/advisor obligations.
• Responsible for tracking and processing expense reports and reimbursements.
• Contribute to strategic planning and operational initiatives to uphold accountability and maintain alignment with the CEO's vision.

Board Engagement

• Act as a liaison between the organization and the Board of Trustees, overseeing board management and governance.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with trustees, serving as the internal point of contact for all requests.
• Drive content creation, develop agendas for board and fiduciary committees a serve as meeting secretary, and take minutes.
• Maintain board roster and official board records of elections, approved minutes, and resolutions.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive communications plan to keep the board informed and engaged.

Operational Excellence

• Collaborate with the CEO and Executive Staff team to set annual goals and develop operational plans and long-term strategies.
• Manage weekly Executive Staff meetings and offsite strategy meetings, ensuring smooth coordination and effective agenda development.
• Facilitate all-hands meetings, incorporating input from staff to ensure content meets organizational needs and objectives, and promotes staff involvement.
• Manage partner relationships, track activity, give-and-get initiatives, and diligently record the outcomes for organizational benefit.
• Proactively support senior leaders in the successful implementation of projects.
• Champion transparency and collaboration within the organization, actively modeling and promoting the culture and values of CHM.

Qualifications and Skills

• 5+ years of experience supporting a CEO or Senior Executive
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• Track record of strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills
• Positive, approachable personality with a service-driven work ethic
• Previous experience with non-profits and/or a passion for giving back
• Experience serving as a board liaison and supporting a board
• Fully sponsored medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Partially sponsored health dependent costs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with employer contributions
• 403(b) retirement plan with some 1:1 employer matching
• Fully sponsored Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee discounts in museum store and on-site cafe

About CHM

At the Computer History Museum our mission is to decode technology—its computing past, digital present, and future impact on humanity. From the heart of Silicon Valley, we share insights from our research, our events, and our incomparable collection of computing artifacts and oral histories to convene, inform, and empower people to shape a better future.

At CHM, we believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

How to Apply

Are you ready to become a part of our team? To be considered for this position, applicants must include a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references and email to [e-mail]. Please be sure to add the job title (exactly as it is spelled out in this site) that you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative, Management, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos

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