Chief of Staff

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Limited

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Regular Job Profile:
Chief of Staff I

The Division of Teaching and Learning is seeking a dynamic, highly organized, and relational Chief of Staff to partner directly with the Executive Associate Vice Provost (EAVP). Serving as a key advisor, operational driver, and proxy for the EAVP, the Chief of Staff plays a critical role in ensuring the effective functioning and strategic alignment of the Division. We are looking for an exceptional operations leader who balances rigorous attention to detail with a patient, kind, and deeply collaborative approach.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in fostering a supportive and caring organizational culture, we encourage you to apply.

• Partner:
  Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic proxy for the EAVP across campus and divisional initiatives.
• Operations Oversight:
  Manage workflow, space allocation, inventory, technology needs, and general divisional logistics.
• Project Management:
  Lead high-level special projects from inception to completion with exceptional follow-through.
• Culture, Programming & Team Leadership:
  Internal Programming:
  Design and lead internal divisional programming and professional development opportunities to cultivate growth and connection.;
  People Management:
  Directly supervise designated members of the divisional administrative team, fostering a supportive and high-performing environment.;
  Communication Strategy:
  Provide high-level oversight for strategic internal and external communications across the Division.

• Provide oversight to divisional strategic communications.
• Serves as a chief advisor to the executive officer and main point of contact between university leadership and other stakeholders.
• Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives.
• Provides oversight and guidance to projects of high importance.
• Oversee and approves policies developed within various sub-functions, departments, and work groups.
• Manages daily operations in a unit, department, or functional area of executive leadership.
• May manage executive support staff.

• Relational Leadership:
  Exceptional interpersonal skills paired with a patient, empathetic, and collaborative temperament.
• Operational Excellence:
  Superior organizational ability, keen attention to detail, and a strong track record of process management and follow-through.
• Communication Mastery:
  Outstanding written and verbal communication skills suited for varied campus audiences.
• Adaptability:
  Ability to prioritize effectively and maintain poise in a fast-paced environment.

• 7+ years of experience in Chief of Staff, Operations, or Communications roles.
• Exceptional communication and active listening skills across written, verbal, and interpersonal formats.
• Detail-oriented and execution-focused, with strong process optimization and follow-through skills.
• Experienced facilitator with a proven track record of driving group discussions, workshops, and strategic planning.
• Calm, composed temperament with an open-minded approach—demonstrating intellectual humility, strong listening skills, and a willingness to be wrong.
• People-first mindset, with a high degree of empathy and a genuine care for the team, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Diplomatic conflict resolution style focused on collaboration and consensus-building.
• High-capacity multi-tasker who thrives and responds quickly in fast-paced environments.
• Strong cross-functional lead, with a proven ability to guide projects and partner effectively with team members at all levels.

Experienced strategic communications leader

Bachelor's Degree Required

This position is full-time, 100% FTE.

Ongoing/Renewable.

This position is expected to be on-site.

The target hire date for this position is November 01, 2026.

Department:
Division for Teaching and Learning, Division Administration.

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