Posting Detail Information

Working TitleChief of Staff & Associate Vice Provost for Organizational Leadership

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202400806AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleExecutive Leadership I

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$200,000-240,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on05/27/2024

Description of Work Unit

The Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President at Colorado State University seeks a strategic leader with strong expertise in leadership and organizational development and human resources to serve as the Chief of Staff and Associate Vice Provost for Organizational Strategy and Academic Leadership Development. Colorado State University takes great pride in excellent undergraduate and graduate education and seeks to foster a community that supports inclusive success. The university was established in 1870 as the land-grant institution for the State of Colorado. The University is committed to equity and inclusive excellence, setting the standard for public research universities in education, research, and engagement for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world. CSU enrolls over 28,000 residential and 6,000 online students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. CSU has many highly ranked departments and innovative interdisciplinary programs. CSU’s faculty are recognized nationally or internationally as contributing significantly to their disciplines or interdisciplinary research. As a premier land-grant university, CSU is preparing students to solve the great global challenges of our time.

The Provost and Executive Vice President serves as second in command to the President. The Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President upholds CSU’s commitment to the sciences and the liberal and performing arts, strong professional schools, research and education excellence, and a collaborative institutional culture. All the university’s academic colleges report to the Provost/ EVP , as do the Libraries, the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Vice President for Research, the Office of International Programs, the Graduate School, and Institutional Research, Planning, and Effectiveness. Via the Provost’s Council for Engagement, the Office of Engagement and Extension also reports to and collaborates directly with the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President.

CSU is in the city of Fort Collins, a dynamic community with a population of approximately 170,000. Situated 65 miles north of Denver at the western edge of the Great Plains and at the base of the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Fort Collins is a gateway to world-class skiing, hiking, fishing, climbing, and biking. With an average of 300 days of sunshine per year and low humidity, Fort Collins residents enjoy pleasant weather year-round. Indoor and outdoor activities are enjoyable in every season. Colorado has earned a worldwide reputation as an area that offers an unparalleled lifestyle, and Fort Collins represents the very best of Colorado with top award rankings from Forbes for Best Place for Business/Careers, Gallup Well Being Index for Healthiest Mid-Size City in America, CBS Money watch List of Top 10 Best Places to Retire, Outside Magazine Best Towns in America, among other select recognitions:http://www.fcgov.com/fcfacts.

Position Summary

The Chief of Staff & Associate Vice Provost for Organizational Strategy and Academic Leadership Development reports directly to the Provost and Executive Vice President and is the Provost/EVP’s chief strategy officer. The position collaborates with all Vice Provosts, Deans, and other academic leaders to ensure the timely and successful implementation of the Academic Master Plan. The position sets strategy for the Office of the Provost/ EVP and is the chief strategy advisor to the Provost/ EVP , implementing strategic priorities and policies for the Division of Academic Affairs in line with University mission and the President’s priorities. This work requires close coordination with the President’s Chief of Staff, Vice Provosts, Vice Presidents, Deans, other University leadership, and with college/department level plans in order to inform and successfully implement the Provost/EVP’s strategy.

The position will develop and implement the Provost/EVP’s internal and external strategies and interact, interpret, disseminate and negotiate with internal and external constituents as assigned; create and support strategic transformation planning, implementation, assessment, annual recalibration and reporting; and engage with internal and external partners. This position often attends events and meetings on the Provost/EVP’s behalf, is often assigned to be the delegated representative of the Provost/ EVP , and serves as the primary back-up when the Provost/ EVP is unavailable. This position regularly has decision-making authority as required to resolve complex issues, move strategic initiatives forward, and address operational and policy gaps and inefficiencies, in coordination with their many colleagues and in the spirit of shared governance and teamwork. The position always represents the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President with utmost professionalism, tact, discretion, and collegiality. This position will serve as a liaison between the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President and other Cabinet members and prepare and coordinate strategic plan reports.

The Chief of Staff/ AVP will provide leadership for all workforce planning efforts for the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President. As the senior liaison, the Chief of Staff/ AVP will provide executive oversight of the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President and manage the Provost’s Office team, including serving as supervisor and hiring authority. The Chief of Staff/ AVP will lead the annual evaluations of the Provost/EVP’s direct reports, including implementing an annual and five-year evaluation process and executive coaching and leadership development programs. Coaching and leadership development resources will be extended to college leaders including Associate Deans and Department Chairs/School Directors in an effort to provide proactive and positive opportunities to develop the next generation of academic leaders at CSU and contribute to the success of individuals serving in these roles.

The Chief of Staff/ AVP has direct responsibility and decision-making authority for the Office of the Provost/ EVP budgets, with the support of the Budget Manager, and provides oversight as needed for units reporting up through the office, thereby allowing the Provost/ EVP to focus on the overarching University budget and financial planning with the CFO and Office of the President.

Required Job Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public administration, business, or a related field, or a Ph.D. in any discipline;

• 10 years’ of relevant experience in large and diverse organizations;

• Ability to work constructively and collaboratively with multiple constituencies through a model of shared governance;

• Experience working with upper-level administration in higher education.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to the tripartite mission of the land-grant system of education, research, and outreach;

• Demonstrated excellence in communication skills;

• Commitment to ideals and values espoused by the Provost/ EVP and the University.

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryStrategic Implementation

Duty/Responsibility

• Translate the Provost/EVP’s strategic vision and initiatives into identifiable priorities, tasks, and capabilities. Execute, assess, and advance the work of the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President to ensure success and sustained advantage in line with the President’s priorities and in coordination with Deans, Vice Provost, Vice Presidents, Cabinet Members, and academic units.

• Lead project and change management efforts for a broad range of academic priorities, events, and activities that are of strategic and operational importance to the Provost/ EVP , Vice Provosts, Vice Presidents, and overarching success of academic units. Address complex issues and identify resolutions with long-term, positive impact across the institution to move strategic initiative forward. Identify and implement operational and policy changes in coordination with colleagues and in the spirit of shared governance and teamwork.

• Develop and maintain relationships with colleagues within the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President, the Academic colleges and units across the university, the Office of the President and other administrative offices, and academic leadership to successfully implement the Academic Master Plan and attain the unit’s strategic and operational priorities.

Percentage Of Time50

Job Duty CategoryEngagement/Management

Duty/Responsibility

• Act as a strategist, problem solver, and advisor to the Provost/ EVP . Provide comprehensive executive-level advice of a substantial and confidential nature to the Provost and Executive Vice President optimizing the timeliness and effectiveness of internal decision making processes.

• Coordinate, plan, and execute annual reviews, five-year administrative reviews, executive coaching, and leadership development for all academic leaders on the Provost’s team (Deans, Vice Provosts, Vice President for Student Affairs, Vice President for Research, and others). Extend coaching and leadership development resources to college leaders including Associate Deans and Department Chairs/School Directors.

• Provide leadership for strategic and operational workforce planning initiatives for the Office of the Provost/ EVP and the reporting units.

• Possess authority and ability to act independently on behalf of the Provost/ EVP on non-academic matters within the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Provost with both internal and external constituencies and represent the Provost and the Office of the Provost in a variety of internal and external settings, including serving as the Provost’s liaison to various committees, stakeholder groups, and task forces.

• Research, prioritize, and coordinate strategic responses on issues and concerns addressed to the Provost, including those of a sensitive and/or confidential nature that require the exercise of sound judgment and discretion.

• Provide oversight of the office and supervision of office staff.

• Strategically manage the office budgets. Provide budget oversight for units reporting up through the office, as needed.

Percentage Of Time50

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to Sarah Blessinger, sarah.blessinger@colostate.edu, with any questions

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search ContactSarah Blessinger; sarah.blessinger@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a master's degree in public administration, business, or a related field, or a PhD in any discipline?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have 10 years' or more relevant experience in large and diverse organizations?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have experience working with upper-level administration in higher education?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have the ability to work constructively and collaboratively with multiple constituencies through a model of shared governance?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents