What are the responsibilities and job description for the Board Admin Assistant position at Good Foods Co-op?
Description
Board Administrative Assistant – Part Time
Good Foods Co-op is a community-owned natural foods grocery dedicated to building a more equitable and sustainable food system. We support local farmers and producers while creating a welcoming, inclusive shopping experience for everyone in our community.
We’re looking for a Board Administrative Assistant who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled at communication and administrative support. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, managing multiple priorities, and supporting collaborative leadership within a mission-driven organization.
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What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll support the Board of Directors and General Manager by:
What We’re Looking For
We’re Excited To Meet Someone Who
What It’s Like to Work Here
At Good Foods Co-op, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a community. We value collaboration, transparency, and shared leadership. This role plays an important part in supporting effective governance and communication that helps strengthen our cooperative and community impact.
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Physical & Work Environment
Compensation & Benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer
Good Foods Co-op does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected class.
Board Administrative Assistant – Part Time
Good Foods Co-op is a community-owned natural foods grocery dedicated to building a more equitable and sustainable food system. We support local farmers and producers while creating a welcoming, inclusive shopping experience for everyone in our community.
We’re looking for a Board Administrative Assistant who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled at communication and administrative support. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, managing multiple priorities, and supporting collaborative leadership within a mission-driven organization.
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What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll support the Board of Directors and General Manager by:
- Preparing and distributing board meeting packets and materials
- Attending board meetings and accurately recording meeting minutes
- Maintaining organized paper and electronic board records and Governance Policies
- Managing board calendars, contact lists, and meeting schedules
- Supporting board trainings, retreats, Annual Owners Meetings, and special events
- Coordinating meeting logistics including room reservations and catering arrangements
- Monitoring and responding to board administrative emails
- Posting board meeting summaries on the website and in-store communication areas
- Maintaining organized digital files within Google Drive systems
- Supporting communication between board members and the General Manager
- Completing follow-up tasks and administrative projects as assigned
What We’re Looking For
We’re Excited To Meet Someone Who
- Has strong administrative, organizational, and communication skills
- Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Works independently and manages time effectively
- Has experience with Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and cloud-based file systems
- Communicates clearly and professionally in writing and verbally
- Exercises good judgment and discretion with confidential information
- Is comfortable using personal computer equipment for remote and administrative work
- Has a flexible schedule, including availability for evening board meetings
- Has previous administrative support experience (preferred)
What It’s Like to Work Here
At Good Foods Co-op, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a community. We value collaboration, transparency, and shared leadership. This role plays an important part in supporting effective governance and communication that helps strengthen our cooperative and community impact.
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Physical & Work Environment
- Combination of remote administrative work and in-person meetings
- Moderate office and meeting environment with regular computer use
- Frequent sitting, typing, and document preparation
- Evening meeting attendance required, typically once per month
- Shared workspaces and collaborative communication environments
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting wage $15.86
- Contract employment
- Flexible part-time schedule (approximately 5–20 hours per month)
- Opportunities to support cooperative leadership and community engagement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Good Foods Co-op does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected class.