University of Minnesota · 5 days ago
Chief of Staff and Associate Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives - Duluth
Duluth, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $175K/yr
10+ years expThe University of Minnesota is a top-ranked institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. They are seeking a Chief of Staff and Associate Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives to support the chancellor in advancing the university’s mission, coordinating strategic initiatives, and fostering collaboration among various stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Assist the chancellor and the provost in developing and implementing strategic plans
Monitor progress on key initiatives and projects to ensure alignment with the university's goals
Provide strategic advice and support to the chancellor on a wide range of issues
Coordinate activities with the senior leadership team on strategic and operational matters, including but not limited to supporting the setting of agendas for senior leadership meetings, as well as action and follow-up items that result from each meeting
Coordinate and manage special projects, initiatives, and commissions as directed by the chancellor
Maintain familiarity with budgetary matters related to the chancellor's office
Serve as a liaison between the chancellor and other university leaders, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders
Collaborate with the team in the Chancellor’s Office around projects, events, and special projects
Coordinate effective communication in partnership with University Marketing and Public Relations that facilitates information sharing across the university
Organize and develop reports, presentations, and other materials for the chancellor in partnership with other units at the university
Apprise the chancellor on significant issues and ensure that various perspectives are presented accurately and objectively in an effort to identify solutions that lead to effective resolution
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Support the chancellor in engaging with the university community, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, and donors
Support the chancellor in engaging with the regional community, including industry partners, non-profit organizations, and community events in partnership with campus units and academic departments
Represent the chancellor in meetings and events as needed
Establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with the University of Minnesota President’s Office and other system partners as appropriate
Provide strategic advice and counsel related to the university's strategic roadmap and other University of Minnesota priorities with Chief of Staff colleagues from the President's Office and the Chancellor's Offices on the Rochester, Crookston, and Morris campuses as well as the University of Minnesota Vice President for Strategic Initiatives
Qualification
Required
BA/BS with at least ten years of experience
Experience leading a team to achieve strategic initiatives
Experience in complex project management
Preferred
Doctoral or masters degree
Experience supporting a senior leader
Understanding of the culture, organization, systems, and practices of higher education
A track record of leading and delivering complex projects and developing and maintaining key partnerships
Credibility to serve as the chancellor's designee, including generating respect and results through productive relationships in a collaborative campus community
Demonstrated ability to quickly adjust to changing priorities and situations
Ability to convene multi-faceted teams to collaborate to achieve common goals that successfully support the mission of the university
Demonstrated strength in critical and strategic thinking, including the ability to listen well and to ask critical questions
Excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and delegate effectively
Ability to write professionally, track project progress and summarize meetings, and to use AI as a tool for efficiency
Benefits
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Company
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota is an educational institution that offers master's and doctoral degrees in medicine, law, and engineering fields.
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Funding
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$97.08MKey Investors
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2023-04-13Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
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