The Phi Beta Kappa SocietyAssociate Secretary Position Description The Phi Beta Kappa Society invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of Associate Secretary. The Associate Secretary acts as the chief operating officer of the Phi Beta Kappa Society. Since its founding in 1776, Phi Beta Kappa has celebrated excellence in the liberal arts and sciences and championed freedom of thought. As America's most prestigious academic honor society, Phi Beta Kappa is uniquely equipped to advocate for the value of liberal arts and sciences education. The mission of the Phi Beta Kappa Society is