Hybrid Board & Executive Admin Specialist

West Virginia University; Evansdale (WV); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Retirement benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

West Virginia University in Morgantown offers a Hybrid Special Assistant, Administration role to support the Board of Governors, WVURC, General Counsel, and Executive Initiatives. The position emphasizes confidential handling, governance oversight, and coordination of board meetings and agendas.

The role requires strong organizational, writing, and regulatory skills, with collaboration across university offices. WVU promotes work-life balance and a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in higher education, legal, or similarly regulated environments.
• Proven administrative support experience with confidential information.
• Experience in legal or regulatory settings is preferred.
• Ability to learn and manage the paperless Board materials portal.
• Excellent writing, organization, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support Board of Governors operations and governance processes.
• Coordinate Board and committee meeting agendas and postings.
• Prepare minutes and publish official records.
• Assist WVURC, General Counsel, and Executive Initiatives teams.
• Ensure compliance with state and university policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality handling

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Governance experience

Job description

West Virginia University in Morgantown offers a Hybrid Special Assistant, Administration role to support the Board of Governors, WVURC, General Counsel, and Executive Initiatives. The position emphasizes confidential handling, governance oversight, and coordination of board meetings and agendas.

The role requires strong organizational, writing, and regulatory skills, with collaboration across university offices. WVU promotes work-life balance and a comprehensive benefits program.