Student Senate for California Community Colleges · 1 month ago
Board Liaison & Executive Support Manager
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $85K/yr
3+ years expThe Student Senate for California Community Colleges is seeking a Board Liaison & Executive Support Manager to provide high-level governance and administrative support to the Executive Director and Board of Directors. This role focuses on board operations, compliance, and strategic coordination, ensuring effective communication and execution of board priorities.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary liaison between the Executive Director and the SSCCC Board of Directors
Coordinate all Board of Directors and committee meetings, including:
Scheduling and logistics (virtual and in-person)
Agenda development and assembly of board packets
Drafting, recording, and maintaining official meeting minutes
Track board actions, assignments, resolutions, and follow-up items to ensure timely completion and reporting
Maintain official board records, including:
Roster and officer records
Policies, bylaws, and governance documents
Board verification and delegate confirmation processes
Support board member onboarding, orientation, and ongoing engagement
Provide logistical and communications support for board retreats, trainings, and strategic planning sessions
Support the Executive Director in managing priorities related to the Board, external partners, and high-level initiatives
Draft, edit, and format executive-level correspondence, reports, and presentations
Coordinate Executive Director scheduling related to board business, governance deadlines, and strategic deliverables
Serve as a central point of communication between the Executive Director, Board, and staff on governance-related matters
Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive executive, personnel, and governance information
Prepare quarterly reports, board updates, and summary materials
Manage board communications, mass updates, and website postings related to governance
Track organizational deadlines tied to board action, fiscal reporting, and compliance requirements
Assist with the preparation of invoices, contracts, and fiscal documents tied to board or executive functions
Coordinate board and staff travel related to meetings, conferences, and advocacy event
Support special projects as assigned that advance SSCCC's strategic goals and governance effectiveness
Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Demonstrate flexibility and adjust strategies as circumstances change
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum 3-5 years of experience supporting executive leadership, boards, or governance bodies—preferably in education or nonprofit organizations
Demonstrated experience coordinating high-level meetings, managing complex schedules, and tracking multi-stakeholder deliverables
Strong understanding of or ability to quickly learn board governance and shared governance structures
Exceptional organizational and project-management skills with high attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including board-level documentation and correspondence
High level of discretion, professionalism, and emotional intelligence
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced, student-driven organization
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Zoom, and board or project-management platforms
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, board officers, staff, and external partners
Commitment to equity, student leadership development, and statewide advocacy
Preferred
Degree in public administration, nonprofit management, communications, or related field
Benefits
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee
Retirement plan with 100% employer match after one year
Paid holidays and vacation
Company
Student Senate for California Community Colleges
The mission of the Student Senate for California Community Colleges (SSCCC) is to pursue policies that will improve student access, promote student success, engage and empower local student leaders, and enrich the collegiate experience for all California community college students.
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