Director, Office of the Secretary

New York University Tisch School of the Arts

Direct the business affairs of NYU's Office of the Secretary, ensuring smooth Board of Trustees operations. Liaise with senior leadership, oversee meeting preparations, and supervise staff.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $170,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct the business affairs of the Office of the Secretary
Maintain custody of the seal, charter, and bylaws of the University
Ensure accurate records of the proceedings of the Board of Trustees and the University Senate
Preparation for and execution of Trustee and Senate meetings
Serve as the principal aide and liaison to the Secretary and General Counsel
Oversee and manage the preparation for University Senate meetings
Supervise staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree
7+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience supporting senior executives and/or Board members
Planning and implementing various activities and special events
Managing support staff
Developing and implementing office policies
Administering budgets and operations
Preferred: 7+ years relevant experience in an academic or corporate environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

budget administrationpolicy developmentevent planningrecord keepingmeeting preparationstaff supervisionexecutive supportoperations management

Soft Skills

communicationorganizationalleadershipliaisonplanningmanagement

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree