Strategic Executive Assistant & Board Liaison

Golden Empire Transit District; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Empire Transit District in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an experienced administrative professional to serve as Clerk of the Board and provide high-level support to the CEO and District staff.

This role emphasizes independent judgment, calendar management, ethics/compliance, and confidential handling of board materials, with duties ranging from minutes to budget coordination and liaison with officials and agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree preferred (English/Business/Office Administration).
• At least 3 years of progressively responsible administrative secretarial experience, preferably with public agency CEO/Executive Director support.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the CEO, Board of Directors, and District staff.
• Prepare, review, edit, and assemble confidential correspondence and documents.
• Schedule meetings, coordinate travel, and maintain Board agendas and minutes.
• Maintain District records and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Handle confidential information and labor relations matters.
• Assist with budget preparation and record-keeping.

Skills

Typing 40-50 wpm

Secretarial practices

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power

Adobe

Record keeping

Budget administration

Public sector meeting protocols

Education

Associates degree in English, Business Administration, Office Administration

High School Diploma or GED

Combination of Vocational/Business school + experience may substitute

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

Golden Empire Transit District in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an experienced administrative professional to serve as Clerk of the Board and provide high-level support to the CEO and District staff.

This role emphasizes independent judgment, calendar management, ethics/compliance, and confidential handling of board materials, with duties ranging from minutes to budget coordination and liaison with officials and agencies.