Manager of Corporate Governance

We are searching for a Manager of Corporate Governance -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position,  you will provide primary support for either the Corporate Governance Function or the Administrative Fellowship Program, with secondary support for the other area. Oversight and coordination of the governance function and/or administrative fellowship program for Texas Children's and all corporate affiliates while ensuring the integrity of the role and office. Work closely with leadership to support and/or lead high-impact projects/initiatives for the Office of the President & CEO. Provide support and guidance to peer leader with the administrative fellowship program/corporate governance functions. Provide support and help provide oversight and coordination of assigned function(s).

• Drafting and or coordinating board related documents (code of conduct, bylaws, committee charters, etc.) 
• Coordinating the annual Board self-evaluation process, including drafting of evaluation tool, compiling of responses, and developing the reports and documents associated for review and reporting to President & CEO and Board leadership 
• Coordination of review and approval (including development of initial drafts) of Board committee charter
• Responsible for the integrity of all Texas Children’s governing documents and governance processes. 
• Coordinating with outside counsel for preparation of initial drafts and reviews of any changes to bylaws and charters 
• Maintaining current versions of all bylaws and certificates of formation as well as all other key governing documents 
• Document preparation relating to any changes in the corporate structure or organizational chart 
• Managing the preparation and review of all Board and Board committee resolutions/approvals and that they are in compliance with accepted standards, and certified for documentation/archiving 
• Managing the preparation and review of Board and Board committee action
• Responsible for coordination of all administrative and governance support for Board and Board committee meetings and related activities for all Texas Children’s corporations (representing 11 Boards and 12 committees, typically more than 150 meetings a year).
• Work with the Director, Chief of Staff and President & CEO to develop and facilitate communications to the Board, executive leadership, physician leaders and others (both formal and informal) 
• Work with the Director, Chief of Staff and President and CEO to develop and facilitate communications to the organization (annual content calendar, OTM Blog, global emails, personal communications, Connect stories, Marketing & PR content, press releases, President & CEO presentations for all audiences and board education)
• Responsible for coordinating and/or leading the Corporate Governance Team along with oversight of the Administrative Fellowship Program along with any other organizational initiatives
• Ensures that Joint Commission requirements specific to your department are fulfilled but also understand the linkage between your department’s requirements and those of the integrated delivery system.

• Bachelor’s Degree required (Business, Health Administration or other applicable degree, Science/Biology, Technology, Journalism, English, Communication, Teaching/Education)
  • Master’s degree preferred and may substitute for two (2) years of experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in healthcare or other field with similar responsibilities
• Knowledge of governance issues and processes, general healthcare industry environment and trends, and communications. 
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal), detail orientation, organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks with multiple priorities, resourcefulness and professionalism. 
• Ability to think strategically, improve processes, and apply analysis and judgment at every opportunity. 
• Ability to proactively and concisely communicate with all parties and levels of the organization with a client-facing demeanor and strong interpersonal skills. 
• Leadership and entrepreneurial drive, with enthusiasm for working in a team environment.

About Texas Children’s

Since 1954, Texas Children’s has been leading the charge in patient care, education and research to accelerate health care for children and women around the world. When you love what you do, it truly shows in the smiles of our patient families, employees and our numerous accolades such as being consistently ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report as well as recognition from Houston Business Journal as one of this city’s Best Places to Work for ten consecutive years. 

Texas Children’s comprehensive health care network includes our primary hospital in the Texas Medical Center with expertise in over 40 pediatric subspecialties; the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI); the Feigin Tower for pediatric research; Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, a comprehensive obstetrics/gynecology facility focusing on high-risk births; Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus, a community hospital in suburban West Houston; Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands, the first hospital devoted to children’s care for communities north of Houston; and Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin, the new state-of-the-art facility providing world-class pediatric and maternal care to Austin and Central Texas families. We have also created Texas Children’s Health Plan, the nation’s first HMO focused on children; Texas Children’s Pediatrics, the largest pediatric primary care network in the country; Texas Children’s Urgent Care clinics that specialize in after-hours care tailored specifically for children; and a global health program that is channeling care to children and women all over the world. Texas Children’s Hospital is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, one of the largest, most diverse and successful pediatric programs in the nation. 

 To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.

 Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.