Deputy Secretary of The Board of Trustees and System Counsel

University of Alabama System Office•Tuscaloosa, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Alabama System is seeking a Deputy Secretary to The Board of Trustees and System Counsel. This role supports the governing board of the state's largest higher education enterprise, which includes three doctoral research universities and the UAB Health System. The Deputy will assist and support the Secretary of The Board of Trustees in their duties and responsibilities related to the Board, providing strategic and operational support. Additionally, the role will serve as System Counsel under the direction of the General Counsel.

Requirements

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to interact and influence at the most senior levels of the organization while working collaboratively, cooperatively, and strategically across all functions, levels, and departments
Strong attention to detail and professional demeanor
Experience providing executive advisory support and maintaining confidentiality in all interactions
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently under the direction of the Secretary and General Counsel
Juris Doctor (JD)
5–10 years of relevant experience
Ability to serve effectively as a representative of The Board of Trustees
License and good standing to practice law in the State of Alabama

Responsibilities

Attends Board and Committee meetings and assists in making, recording, and retaining complete records and minutes of all official actions of the Board and its committees
Executes Board-related projects and initiatives to advance the Board's fulfillment of its fiduciary responsibilities
Assists the Secretary in overseeing and directing activities related to the Board
Collects, manages, and edits materials disseminated to the Board
Ensures agenda items to be considered by the Board comply with Board policy
Assists in drafting or revising Board policies and bylaws
In conjunction with the General Counsel and Secretary, advises campus and System leadership as well as the Board on best governance practices
In conjunction with the Vice Chancellor for System Communications, coordinates communication between campus and System leadership and the Board
In conjunction with the Secretary, serves as a liaison between The Board and the entities that comprise the University of Alabama System
Serves in the capacity of the Secretary in the Secretary's absence or as directed by the Secretary