Governance Project Specialist — Hybrid Role

John Hopkin’s University; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Project Specialist for the Board of Trustees Office to provide high-level administrative and coordinating support for governance projects and initiatives. The role involves confidential work, interaction with Trustees and senior leadership, and collaboration across university units.

Based in a fast-paced environment, the position supports planning, budgeting, travel processing, and Board materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma required; five years of administrative support experience.
• Strong judgment, problem-solving, and ability to work at fast pace.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to handle confidential information and interact with senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative and coordinating support for activities and/or projects.
• Develop administrative processes and workflows.
• Assist in planning and development.
• Provide reports and summaries as requested.
• Resolve administrative issues and problems.
• Assist with business and financial processing (e.g., budget reconciliation, expense reimbursements, invoicing).
• Foster institutional relationships across the university and with Trustees and senior leadership.
• Coordinate events and monitor archival information.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication

Project coordination

Detail orientation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Project Specialist for the Board of Trustees Office to provide high-level administrative and coordinating support for governance projects and initiatives. The role involves confidential work, interaction with Trustees and senior leadership, and collaboration across university units.

Based in a fast-paced environment, the position supports planning, budgeting, travel processing, and Board materials.