About this role
The Director, Governance and Board Relations (“Director GBR”), serves as a key liaison between WellSpan Health's Board of Directors, executive leadership, and administrative teams. This position is responsible for coordinating governance activities, supporting board and committee operations, maintaining official records, and ensuring effective communication between board members and organizational leadership.
The Director GBR, who reports to the Chief Legal Officer, plays a critical role in advancing effective governance practices by facilitating board meetings, managing board communications and materials, overseeing governance documentation, and supporting board member engagement, education, and onboarding initiatives for WellSpan Health and its controlled entities (“Controlled Entities”).
- Bachelor’s degree required; preferred in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, Legal Studies, Communications, or a related field.
- Five years progressively responsible experience in healthcare administration, governance, legal operations, executive administration, or board relations.
- Experience preparing executive-level communications and presentations required.
- Experience supporting hospital, healthcare system, nonprofit, or corporate boards preferred.
- Corporate governance experience within an integrated health system or academic medical center is preferred.