Chief of Staff

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.

About the Division

The Division for Teaching and Learning provides campus leadership and coordination in the areas of teaching, student success, and experiential education. The Division is home to a vibrant collection of centers and programs, including:

• Center for Campus History (CCH)
• Center for Teaching, Learning and Mentoring (CTLM)
• High-Impact Practice Programs (HIPs)
• Indigenous Education
• Morgridge Center for Public Service
• Native Nations UW
• Office of Academic and Career Success (OACS)
• Student Engagement and Scholarship Programs (SESP)
• Student Learning Assessment (SLA)
• Wisconsin Institute for Science Education and Community Engagement (WISCIENCE)

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic proxy for the EAVP across campus and divisional initiatives.
• Manage workflow, space allocation, inventory, technology needs, and general divisional logistics.
• Lead high-level special projects from inception to completion with exceptional follow-through.
• Design and lead internal divisional programming and professional development opportunities to cultivate growth and connection.
• Directly supervise designated members of the divisional administrative team, fostering a supportive and high-performing environment.
• Provide high-level oversight for strategic internal and external communications across the Division.
• Develop major goals to support broad functional objectives.
• Serve as a chief advisor to the executive officer and main point of contact between university leadership and other stakeholders.
• Manage executive support staff.
• Oversee daily operations in a unit, department, or functional area of executive leadership.
• Oversee and approve policies developed within various sub-functions, departments, and work groups.
• Provide oversight and guidance to projects of high importance.

Requirements

• 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.
• Bachelor's Degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced strategic communications leader.

Characteristics

• 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.

Pay

The starting salary for the position is $100,000. Actual pay is determined at hire and is based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous paid time off.
• Competitively priced health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Tax-advantaged savings accounts.
• Participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

For a summary of benefits, please see this document.

Schedule

This position is full-time, 100% FTE, ongoing/renewable, and expected to be on-site. The target hire date is November 01, 2026.