Vice President, Governance

Society of Critical Care Medicine•Mount Prospect, IL

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Vice President, Governance is a senior strategic leader responsible for stewarding a high‑performing, effective, and future‑ready governance framework for the Society. Reporting to the CEO/EVP and serving on the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), this role is a trusted advisor to the CEO/EVP, Council, and elected leadership on governance strategy, structure, alignment, and performance. The Vice President provides Society‑wide oversight of all governance bodies—including the Council, Board of Regents, Sections, Committees, Knowledge Education Groups (KEGs), Chapters, and Task Forces—by ensuring strong accountability, transparency, and operational effectiveness. This role ensures that governance structures and leadership engagement are aligned with the Society’s strategic priorities and actively supports the development, execution, and oversight of strategic planning efforts. In partnership with volunteer leaders and staff, the Vice President fosters a positive, well‑supported governance experience that enables effective engagement and leadership success across all levels. The Vice President also leads and develops the governance staff team, cultivating a high‑performing, collaborative, and innovative culture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in governance, association management, or nonprofit leadership roles, with significant Board/Council engagement
Demonstrated expertise working with complex governance structures, including Councils, Boards, Committees, and volunteer leadership groups
Strong knowledge of nonprofit governance, bylaws, policies, and best practices
Proven experience in managing elections, nominations, and leadership development or succession planning processes
Experience in advising senior executives and elected leaders on governance strategy and organizational effectiveness
Demonstrated experience in supporting or facilitating strategic planning processes
Strong analytical and organizational skills, including the ability to leverage data to inform governance decisions
Excellent communication and facilitation skills with executive presence
Must reside in the Chicagoland area

Nice To Haves

advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Provide Society‑wide oversight of all governance bodies—including the Council, Board of Regents, Sections, Committees, Knowledge Education Groups (KEGs), Chapters, and Task Forces—by ensuring strong accountability, transparency, and operational effectiveness.
Ensure that governance structures and leadership engagement are aligned with the Society’s strategic priorities.
Actively support the development, execution, and oversight of strategic planning efforts.
Foster a positive, well‑supported governance experience that enables effective engagement and leadership success across all levels.
Lead and develop the governance staff team, cultivating a high‑performing, collaborative, and innovative culture.