Chief of Staff to the President

About the Company: Prominent independent Jesuit university Industry Higher Education Type Educational Institution Founded 1891 Employees 501-1000 Categories Education Colleges & Universities Seattle University

About the Role: The Company is seeking a Chief of Staff to the President, a key role that involves serving as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the President. The successful candidate will be instrumental in advancing the President's vision, driving institutional priorities, and ensuring strategic alignment and execution across the university. This position is particularly significant as the institution is undergoing a period of innovation and change, with a new President set to lead the university. The Chief of Staff will be a member of the President's Roundtable and Senior Leadership Team, providing counsel on strategic matters, and will be responsible for protecting, promoting, and advancing the President's vision and priorities. Applicants for the Chief of Staff position at the company should be prepared to bring strong judgment, authenticity, diplomacy, and discretion to the role. The ideal candidate will be an exceptional institutional navigator and relationship builder, capable of working collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include keeping the President informed of key initiatives, as well as navigating complex issues and competing priorities. The role requires a professional with the ability to enhance the President's effectiveness and who is committed to the values of academic excellence, justice, leadership, and diversity. The Chief of Staff will play a pivotal part in the institution's history, particularly in the context of the new President's leadership and the exciting future that lies ahead for the university. Hiring Manager Title President Functions Education/Academic Administration