Manager, Legal and Board Operations

The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.

The Office of General Counsel is seeking a full-time Manager, Legal and Board Operations to lead and assist with coordination and review of all materials for the Board of Trustees and its committees. The Manager acts as liaison for administrative matters for all Board Committees, including establishing administrative procedures and ensuring accurate corporate records for the governance function of the Board of Trustees. This position supports the Board calendar, coordinates with Museum staff supporting Board activities, assists with Trustee orientation, acts as liaison for the Trustees and assists with other related matters. The Manager also supports other Office of General Counsel and Compliance matters at the Museum, as assigned.

The Manager reports to the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary and will interface frequently with other members of the Office of General Counsel and the Office of the President.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

The expected salary range for the Manager, Legal and Board Operations is $90,000/annual - $110,000/annual. The AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.

The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law.