Associate Secretary of the College

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Position Information Title Associate Secretary of the College Department General Counsel Regular or Temporary Regular Hours Per Week 40 FLSA Determination Exempt Weeks Per Year 52 Open Date 10 / 17 / 2025 Open Until Filled Yes Full or Part Time Full Time Position Summary Trinity is a highly selective, independent, nonsectarian liberal arts institution located in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut. The college maintains a rigorous academic profile complemented by a vibrant co-curricular program. With more than 2,100 full-time undergraduate students, representing forty-three states and ninety-one countries, we consider our location in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse capital city to be among Trinity’s most distinctive assets; and we cultivate strong connections with our surrounding neighbors and with institutions and organizations throughout Hartford and the region. As a preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives.

Reporting to the General Counsel and Secretary of the College (GC&SC), the Associate Secretary of the College supports the Board of Trustees and the Office of the President. This role demands versatility in a fast-paced setting, managing strategic tasks, such as planning and executing meetings, stewarding relationships with important constituents, and managing the workflow of the GC&SC. The role also is responsible for other tasks that may vary from day to day, such as reviewing and drafting governance documents, as well as supporting the Office of the President in planning and executing college events. Strong organization, outstanding communication, adaptability, confidentiality, common sense, and sound judgment are essential for success in this position.​​

Primary Responsibilities :

• Coordinate and manage logistics of Board of Trustees meetings and dinners. Provide clerical support to the GC&SC and to the Office of the President, as may be assigned.
• Oversee logistics for trustee travel, accommodations, and meeting needs, providing concierge level service, marked by competence and professionalism.
• Draft, review, and finalize documents for the GC&SC, including governance documents (e.g., by-laws and policies), meeting materials (e.g., agendas and minutes), and written correspondence.
• Maintain and update cloud-based platforms for distribution of Board of Trustees meeting materials, schedules, and governance documents.​
• Support major College events and ceremonies by assisting with coordination of vendors, guests, and volunteers, including outreach, scheduling, and day-of-event logistics. This may include supervision and scheduling of student workers.

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