Chief of Staff About the Company Large public university in California
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Founded
1947
Employees
1001-5000
Categories EducationHigher EducationUniversities Specialties business & managementcommunicationssocial sciencehealth professionspsychologyengineeringeducation (teaching)arts and entertainmentagriculturethe sciencesand public administration About the Role The Company is seeking a Chief of Staff to serve as the principal strategic advisor and support to the Deputy Vice Chancellor of Academic and Student Affairs. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including serving as the DVC's principal advisor on academic and student affairs matters, strategically managing projects, and ensuring the execution of initiatives and projects by division staff. This role involves a high level of collaboration, research, analysis, and the ability to manage and coordinate special projects with system-wide implications. The Chief of Staff will also provide leadership and strategic guidance to the division, anticipate academic and student affairs developments, and assist in policy development and state leadership engagement.
Applicants for the Chief of Staff position at the company should have an earned baccalaureate degree and a minimum of 7 years' of high-level project or program management experience. A background in a higher education environment is essential, with a preference for those who have worked in academic and student affairs. The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills, as well as the ability to work across multiple departments and with diverse constituents. Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to maintain the utmost discretion and confidentiality, are also necessary. The Chief of Staff will be expected to keep abreast of emerging trends and best practices in academic and student affairs and to travel as required for the management and support of projects.
Hiring Manager Title
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic and Student Affairs
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions General ManagementStrategyOperations
