GOVERNANCE MANAGER

American Academy of Neurology•Minneapolis, MN

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Governance Manager, you will play an important role in strengthening and supporting association governance, working closely with key leaders to drive effective and meaningful operational execution. You’ll have the opportunity to implement association policies, promote best practices, and ensure seamless governance processes that uphold our mission and values. In addition, you will serve as the administrative lead for the volunteer governance appointments and nominations processes, facilitating transparent, well‑coordinated, and mission‑aligned leadership selections. Through collaboration and strategic coordination, you will help foster a culture of excellence and accountability throughout the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Management, Business, Administration, or related field is required.
Minimum 5 years of related professional experience providing support to C-suite executives or Board members in a customer or member service -oriented organization is required.
Experience with and ability to prioritize, manage and complete multiple projects simultaneously is required.
Demonstrated ability to uphold the AAN’s values is required.
Experience handling and maintaining confidential and urgent information and communications
Ability to work independently and demonstrate flexibility is required.
Excellent written and oral communications skills, demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with employees of all levels within the organization and with Board members is required.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point is required.
Experience working in BoardEffect or similar Board management software is required.
Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing skills are required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an association is preferred.
Experience with governance and association executives/elected leaders is preferred.
Experience with membership databases such as CRM is preferred.
Experience working with budgets is preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency utilizing AI tools and resources such as Copilot or other related technology is preferred.
Ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders, including members, key staff, and volunteer leadership requiring a high level of finesse, diplomacy, positivity and professionalism is preferred.
Ability to maintain positive relationships with all volunteer leaders and staff liaisons to ensure effective communication and coordination is preferred.
Ability to effectively evaluate and determine which requests should be escalated from routine requests for information is preferred.
Thrives on attention to detail, policy, and its implementation is preferred.

Responsibilities

implement association policies
promote best practices
ensure seamless governance processes
serve as the administrative lead for the volunteer governance appointments and nominations processes
facilitate transparent, well‑coordinated, and mission‑aligned leadership selections
foster a culture of excellence and accountability throughout the organization

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements
Generous PTO & holidays
Comprehensive wellness programs
Paid parental, family, and bereavement leave
Competitive salary & incentive program
10.5% 401(k) contribution & financial planning resources
Paid life, and both long- and short-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training programs
Monetary years of service recognition awards
Employee awards & peer recognition to celebrate excellence
Team-building events & company celebrations to foster connections
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives to create a culture where everyone belongs
Volunteer days & charitable giving programs to make an impact beyond the workplace
Comprehensive health coverage with medical, dental, and vision plans
Telemedicine & mental health resources for accessible care
Onsite workout facility, gender-neutral restroom, wellness and lactation rooms
Transportation subsidy
Flavored waters & on-site fitness