Director Governance & Board Relations

York, Pennsylvania, Summary 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.

Duties and Responsibilities Coordinates all board and committee meetings for WellSpan Health and its Controlled Entities, including annual calendars, scheduling, logistics, and technology requirements. Prepares and distributes meeting agendas, board books, presentations, and other materials in collaboration with executive leadership, ensuring timely and accurate delivery. Administers the board portal and manages secure document distribution, access, and maintenance. Maintains official governance records, bylaws, charters, policies, and corporate documents in coordination with the Office of General Counsel. Supports compliance with nonprofit governance standards and regulatory requirements, including conflict-of-interest disclosures, governance certifications, audits, and accreditation requests. Monitors board terms, appointments, committee assignments, recruitment, and succession planning activities. Serves as the primary point of contact for board members on governance matters and facilitates effective communication with organizational leadership. Coordinates board orientation and onboarding and facilitates ongoing education and development, including identification of national speakers for board events. Plans and supports board recognition events, retreats, educational programs, and strategic planning sessions. Provides governance guidance and consultation to leaders across the health system.

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 required. Five years experience preparing executive-level communications and presentations required. Experience in corporate governance preferred. Experience within an integrated health system or academic medical center preferred.