Interim Manager, Board & Executive Affairs

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Manager, Board & Executive Affairs

The Manager of Board and Executive Affairs provides direct executive support to the Chief of Staff and operational support to the Chancellor and Board of Trustees. This position ensures effective communication, compliance with state requirements, and coordination of high-level administrative and governance functions.

Serving as a central liaison between the Office of the Chancellor, the Chief of Staff, and the Board of Trustees, the Manager handles sensitive and confidential matters with discretion, advancing institutional excellence through strong governance and administrative coordination.

The Manager applies principles of project management, executive coordination, and policy compliance to advance Board priorities and strategic initiatives across the College. This role supports executive planning, data‑informed decision‑making, budget development and management, compliance alignment, and stakeholder engagement to ensure effective execution of institutional goals.

This is an interim appointment lasting for 6 months. For internal candidates: your current position will be held for the duration of this assignment. While you are temporarily assigned to this role, please note that continued employment in the interim position beyond each fiscal year is not guaranteed and is subject to periodic review based on organizational needs, budget availability, and performance.

Austin Community College reserves the right to modify, extend, or end this interim assignment at any time, including before the end of the fiscal year.

• Serving as the College’s administrative liaison to the Board of Trustees.
• Operating with minimal supervision in a confidential, executive‑level environment.
• Requiring knowledge of public governance, compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act (TOMA) and Texas Public Information Act (PIA), and familiarity with institutional policies.
• Providing executive coordination directly to the Chancellor and Chief of Staff in support of institutional governance.

• Serve as liaison between the Chancellor’s Office and the Board of Trustees, providing information, addressing confidential issues, and staffing the Board Office.
• Attend all official Board meetings, work sessions, and retreats to record and transcribe official minutes.
• Develop and distribute Board agendas and packets in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.
• Coordinate posting of meeting notices and maintenance of Board policies in partnership with TASB.
• Compose and edit complex documents including minutes, resolutions, and public communications.
• Manage the Board’s operating budget, purchasing, reimbursements, and travel logistics.
• Maintain records, files, and digital tracking systems for Board actions and institutional information.
• Ensure timely and accurate updates to Board websites, archives, and the Google‑based Board Portal.
• Coordinate special events and retreats, including scheduling, materials, and logistical support.

• Provide high‑level administrative, research, and project coordination support.
• Manage scheduling, correspondence, and follow‑up for cabinet‑level meetings.
• Support cross‑divisional projects, policy initiatives, and strategic communications.
• Track execution of institutional priorities and assist in monitoring project deliverables.

• Coordinate the Chancellor’s schedule, meetings, and events to ensure alignment with institutional and Board priorities.
• Draft and edit correspondence, presentations, and reports on behalf of the Chancellor.
• Support follow‑up on Chancellor and Board directives, maintaining documentation and accountability systems.
• Oversee budget tracking, purchasing, and other administrative functions within the Chancellor’s Office.
• Prepare executive and Board reports, dashboards, and presentations for strategic planning and accountability.

• Ensure compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Public Information Act, and related state and college policies.
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