Director, Board of Trustees Operations

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Director, Board of Trustees Operations - Boca Raton, FL.
Provides high-level administrative and operational leadership in support of the University's Board of Trustees and its committees. Reporting to the Vice President and Chief of Staff, the Director serves as a central liaison among the Board, University leadership, and external governance bodies, ensuring that Board activities are conducted efficiently, transparently, and in compliance with applicable bylaws, policies, and state regulations. The position is responsible for coordinating meetings, managing governance documentation, directing institutional studies and special projects, and advancing the goals and objectives of the institution.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Direct all administrative and operational support for the University's Board of Trustees, including its committees.
• Coordinate all logistical arrangements for Board and committee meetings, including meeting space, catering, audiovisual support, and parking.
• Prepare and distribute agendas and supporting materials for Board and committee meetings in a timely manner, coordinating with Vice Presidents and their staff to collect required content.
• Maintain all official records, minutes, and documentation from each Board and committee meeting, and post them in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Maintain the University's official Board of Trustees websites.
• Respond promptly to requests from Board members.
• Coordinate necessary travel arrangements for trustees, Vice Presidents, and the Board liaison.
• Manage the onboarding and ongoing orientation of new trustees, including governance training and reference materials.
• Provide comprehensive support to the Vice President and Chief of Staff (VP/COS) in all matters related to Board operations, communicating regularly on Board matters.
• Communicate with the Board, at the direction of the VP/COS, regarding meetings, special events, and other applicable matters; copy the VP/COS on all communications to the Board or individual members.
• Manage budget tracking and bill processing for Board operations in Workday.
• Serve as a member of the Office of the President administrative support team, providing administrative support to the office as needed.
• Assist with Commencement ceremonies in matters relating to the President's Office.
• Respond to calls or messages during non-working hours.
• Understand Roberts Rules of Order and the management and conduct of board meetings.

FAU Benefits and Perks 

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: 

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. 

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. 

• Sick Leave Pool Program. 

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day 

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php 

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Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience.

College or Department:

OPR: Chief of Staff Operations

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Application Deadline:

2026-08-19

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [email protected]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1