Governance And Executive Support Manager
Johnson City, TX, US, 78636
Physical Office Location : PEC Headquarters - 201 S Ave F, Johnson City, TX 78636
Hybrid Work Options Available
$142,480.00 Minimum Starting Base Pay
- KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits
- Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for the overall administration, management, planning, directing and coordinating of governance matters and supporting the work of the PEC Board of Directors. The position is also responsible for overseeing and managing a team of executive assistants who support Senior Leadership at PEC. The role is crucial to ensuring a high level of collaboration and support of multiple cooperative functions.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Governance
Maintain detailed understanding of legal and other compliance requirements, including those under PEC bylaws, tariff, policies and other corporate governance documentsIn coordination with the Legal and Compliance departments, maintain and prepare corporate documentsSupervise the work of governance employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines and proper procedures, correcting errors or problemsProvide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems and in resolving escalated complaints or disputesMaintain superior relations with all levels of clients, including Board of Directors, Members, management and staffOversee planning and creation of meeting agendas and material preparation for Board of Directors' meetingsProvide long range planning for Board of Directors policy development, including strategic topics and sequencingIdentify and monitor completion of Board of Director requestsSupervise the administration of the PEC open records programManage Board of Director's elections, including delivery of uniform, impartial and fair administration, coordination of cross-functional teams, supervising member engagement, educational communications, and contacts, and oversight of election services providerExecutive Support
Supervise and manage the executive assistants(EAs) that support the PEC Senior Leadership Team, ensuring smooth daily operations and that a high-level of administrative support is providedSet clear performance goals and expectations for EAs and provide regular feedbackFoster collaborative communication among the EAsConduct regular meetings to discuss : weekly calendars, schedules, events, challenges, share best practices, and facilitate team developmentCollaborate with executives to determine needs and find ways to enhance EA supportIdentify opportunities for professional developmentMaintain, identify and lead technology solutions in coordination with the IT Department to optimize functionality and efficiencyImplement corporate and departmental policies, procedures and service standards in conjunction with managementDevelop and maintain high standards for all tasks, ensuring accuracy and consistencyEnsure compliance with organization policies and proceduresProvide guidance and support for complex tasksMaintain the security of confidential informationStay abreast of advances in technologyDemonstrate regular and prompt attendancePerform other related duties as necessary or assignedSupervisory and / or Leadership Responsibilities
A full range of supervisory activities, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for termination. This includes, but is not limited to, effectively communicating organizational policies and other information to subordinates, ensuring that employees have a clear understanding of their responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of business and management principles including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques and budgetingKnowledge of corporate governance issues, with experience in utility or power industry favorableKnowledge of principles and processes for providing customer serviceKnowledge of fiscal and budgetary processesSkilled in planning, organizing, and time managementSkilled in prioritizing and managing changing prioritiesSkilled in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software and technologiesSkilled in the use of project management tools and collaboration platformsSkilled in preparing and conducting presentationsSkilled in anticipating, identifying, analyzing and resolving conflict and problemsSkilled in monitoring and managing performanceSkilled in appropriately interpreting policies and guidelinesSkilled in drafting briefing materials and policiesAbility to lead and train othersAbility to communicate effectively orally and in writingAbility to listen and understand information provided orally and in writingAbility to handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalismMinimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)
Bachelor's DegreeDirectly related experience may substitute for educationFive years of Corporate Governance experienceThree to five years of supervisory experience, including three of years of direct supervisory experience (preference for supervision of administrative professionals)Valid Driver's LicensePhysical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneelThe employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of timeThe employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 25 poundsThe employee may be required to travelExempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay periodThis position may be required to work more than 40 hours per weekThis description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.
Position Open Until Filled
Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
