Manager, Governance (51772)

Our employees are our most valuable assets! You will feel welcomed and supported from the moment you join our team, and you will take part in strengthening and evolving our workplace culture.
We offer work-life balance and innovative benefits.

• Work-life balance: remote-first organization, flexible work hours, unlimited PTO, Flexible Fridays, paid holidays, military leave, parental leave.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, wellness, tuition reimbursement, 403(b) retirement plan, FSA, HSA, theft protection, personal and professional development, and much more.

WHO WE ARE

The American Geophysical Union (AGU) supports a global community of more than half a million professionals and advocates in the Earth and space sciences.
Through broad and inclusive partnerships, AGU aims to advance discovery and solution science that accelerates knowledge and creates solutions that are ethical, unbiased, and respectful of communities and their values. Our programs include serving as a scholarly publisher, convening virtual and in-person events, and providing career support. We live our values in everything we do, such as our net-zero energy renovated building in Washington, D.C., and our Ethics and Equity Center, which fosters a diverse and inclusive geoscience community to ensure responsible conduct.

This is an exciting time to work at AGU. Every day we approach our work with a sense of purpose, and we look for others who share that passion and desire for a career with impact.

WHO YOU ARE

As the Manager Governance you are key in assisting AGU accomplish its mission to promote discovery in Earth and space sciences for the benefit of humanity by being operational in its focus.

You will support the Vice President, Leadership & Governance with managing governance operations, to collaborate with the Director, Executive Office, the Chief of Staff,  and the Senior Leadership team across the organization on strategic initiatives; implement strategic plan goals and objectives within the Executive Office and across AGU; coordinate, maintain, and improve organizational and operational aspects between Governance and departments; develop workflows and refine processes to ensure seamless communication on confidential matters; and coordinate Board and Council meetings. You will report to the Director, Executive Office.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Support the Vice President, Leadership & Governance in managing and coordinating program priorities and developing short-term and long-range planning. Identify areas of improvement within these functions and reports recommendations to leadership. Organize and manages annual Governance workflows, initiatives, and activities, and identifies areas of improvement.
• Support Governance-related activities, including collaboration with the Vice President, Leadership & Governance on Board, Council, and Council Leadership Team (CLT) agendas, supporting materials, meeting management process, and timeline for packet deadlines and prep and debrief calls.
• Manage the logistical and technical aspects for the Board, Council, and other Governance meetings, travel coordination, dinners, reimbursements, and organize meeting materials on Google Drive. Prepare Senior Staff for the virtual and in-person Governance meetings.
• Support Vice President, Leadership & Governance on financial planning, budgeting, and tracking.
• Partner with the Director, Executive Office on resource needs and staffing support for Board and Council convenings and logistical coordination for AGU’s Annual Meeting. Collaborate, train, and update the Executive Office team on Governance-related activities and onsite assignments for meetings.
• Serve as a point of contact for outside vendors or consultants on Governance projects or initiatives that require independent assessment or guidance. Communicate with volunteer leadership on time-sensitive issues that require an efficient response.
• Serve as back-up support in the absence of the Vice President, Leadership & Governance regarding any inquiries or urgent requests from leadership. Serve as back-up support for the biannual elections and coordination of additional activities that require Senior Leadership Team input and engagement.
• Evaluate and implement technological solutions to streamline work of the Council.
• Monitor the Governance email account in Outlook.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with volunteer boards and governance processes, including preparing agendas, motions, minutes, and maintaining official association records.
• Experience working with organizational administration, operations and processes.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of nonprofit management, change management, volunteer management, leadership development, and/or organizational development.
• Proven ability to prioritize, research, plan, manage, and complete multiple projects on deadline in a fast-paced environment. Ability to collaborate with multiple teams across an organization as well as external stakeholders.
• Ability to project a professional demeanor while interacting with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures and different professional levels.
• Ability to exercise highest level of discretion on both internal and external confidential matters, and to maintain high level of confidentiality, included but not limited to strategic planning initiatives, contracts, budgeting, and personnel matters.
• Demonstrated initiative and sound judgment.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 software, Monday.com, Video Conferencing (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.).
• Resiliency and comfort with change.
• Extended working hours and travel (up to 5%) may be necessary.

AGU ESSENTIAL VALUES

• Accountability: Own it.
• Excellence: Give your all.
• Member & Customer Service: Members & Customers first.
• Teamwork: Together everyone achieves more.
• Respect-Earn it and give it.
• Integrity- Do the right thing.

HIRING SPECIFICS

• We understand that it is unrealistic for candidates to fulfill 100% of the criteria listed in a job posting. However, we encourage you to apply if you meet many of the requirements because we know that skills evolve. If you are willing to learn and evolve alongside us, join our team!

• Full Time, Exempt position. This remote role is open to candidates living in many U.S. states (excluding WA, OR, and CA at this time).
• The salary range for this position is Min. $75,096 Mid. $100,128 Max. $125,160
• Work Authorization: We will not sponsor applicants for work visas in the US.
• We care deeply about fairness so you can be ensured that your application will never be judged based on religious belief, age, color, race, creed, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, political affiliation, ethnic origin, or disability.
• AGU will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
• We are committed to providing inclusive interview experience. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
• Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.