Assistant Director of Board Appointments & Engagement
About The Position
The Assistant Director of Board Appointments and Engagement plays a leadership role in advancing the Governor’s appointments process and strengthening statewide engagement with board partners, appointees, and public stakeholders. The position identifies, evaluates, and places qualified individuals on Virginia’s boards, commissions, authorities, and advisory councils, and leads strategic communications and engagement efforts to promote transparency, accessibility, and public understanding of the appointments process. Reporting to the Director of Board Appointments, the Assistant Director manages candidate recruitment, vetting, and placement; collaborates with senior administration officials, agency leaders, community stakeholders, and prospective appointees; and contributes to communications strategies supporting the Governor’s priorities and the requirements of the Code of Virginia. The role also maintains appointment records and systems, coordinates announcements and onboarding activities, analyzes appointment data, and recommends process improvements. This is an at-will position appointed by the Governor of Virginia. There is no regular teleworking in this position. The selected candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint background check.
Requirements
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
- Excellent judgment and analytical ability in reviewing candidate materials and preparing informed, well-supported recommendations.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills across diverse audiences, including elected officials, agency leaders, and community organizations.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity, including the ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, and CRM or other data management systems.
- Must successfully complete a fingerprint background check.
- Applicants are asked to attach writing samples to their application.
Nice To Haves
- Strong commitment to public service and understanding of the importance of citizen participation in boards and commissions.
- Experience in government, public administration, legislative affairs, executive operations, public engagement, or a related field.
- Knowledge of Virginia government, state ethics laws, open records requirements, and the board appointments process.
Responsibilities
- Review applications, resumes, references, and supporting materials to assess candidate qualifications and recommend prospective appointees.
- Prepare candidate briefing materials, appointment recommendations, executive summaries, and related documents for senior leadership review.
- Monitor vacancies, term expirations, and statutory deadlines to ensure timely and accurate appointment actions.
- Ensure compliance with applicable statutes, executive directives, ethics requirements, and established appointment procedures.
- Support the full lifecycle of the Governor’s appointments process, including recruitment, vetting, appointment, confirmation, and onboarding.
- Identify, recruit, and evaluate qualified candidates from diverse professional and community backgrounds.
- Develop and implement communications strategies that promote clarity, transparency, and accessibility in the appointments process.
- Draft internal and external communications, including outreach materials, informational resources, announcements, correspondence, and public-facing guidance.
- Build engagement with agency leadership, elected officials, community organizations, professional associations, and prospective appointees through proactive communication and relationship management.
- Respond to inquiries from applicants, public officials, advocacy groups, and members of the public with timely and accurate information.
- Support outreach initiatives, recruitment events, and stakeholder meetings while representing the Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth.
- Identify communication trends and stakeholder needs to improve messaging, engagement strategies, and public understanding of boards and commissions.
- Maintain accurate databases, tracking systems, and official records related to board appointments and engagement activities.
- Coordinate appointment announcements, swearing-in ceremonies, onboarding activities, and related communications.
- Prepare regular reports, analyze appointment data, and support continuous improvement through operational evaluation and workflow recommendations.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen internal processes, improve efficiency, and enhance the appointments and engagement program.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Board Appointments or the Secretary of the Commonwealth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
