Chief of Staff and Mission Integration Officer
Chief of Staff and Mission Integration Officer
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$ 113500 - 153000
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Job Description
Position Summary
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint Johns University (SJU) invites applications for a fulltime 1.0 FTE) benefiteligible position of Chief of Staff and Mission Integration Officer.
The Chief of Staff and Mission Integration Officer for the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint Johns University (SJU) reporting to the president and serving as a member of the executive team is responsible for coordinating and advancing the work of the Office of the President overseeing the generative governance of the Boards of Trustees and advancing institutional mission integration efforts. The Chief of Staff and Mission Integration Officer supports the president in leading an effective administrative team and realizing the CSB and SJU missions visions and strategic plan: Moving Forward Together.
The Chief of Staff and Mission Integration Officer serves as a trusted thought partner and advisor to the president; oversees operations of the Office of the President; serves as the corporate secretary for the CSB and SJU Boards of Trustees; offers leadership and strategy guidance as senior facilitator and enabler of mission integration; serves as liaison to Sisters of the Order of Saint Benedict and Saint Johns Abbey; manages government relations; and provides oversight of the legal portfolio including Title IX.
Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint Johns University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decisionmaking processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.
CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions visitCSBSJU.
Responsibilities
Advisor to the President
- Partner with the Provost and COO to provide strategic support on governance mission integration and institutional priorities.
- Collaborate on policy and strategy development implementation and measurement.
- Oversee institutional initiatives programs and projects supporting strategic goals.
- Ensure the president remains informed of critical issues and events to guide decisionmaking.
- Represent the Office of the President in critical incidents and risk management.
- Coordinate agendas and follow up on key initiatives for leadership meetings.
Secretary to the Boards of Trustees
- Serve as corporate secretary ensuring compliance with CSB and SJU bylaws.
- Facilitate trustee engagement governance and development activities.
- Steward governing documents including bylaws and agreements.
- Collaborate with leadership to deliver highquality trustee experiences and materials.
Mission Integration
- Foster understanding and integration of CSB and SJU mission traditions across stakeholders.
- Coordinate missionrelated initiatives hiring and professional development.
- Act as liaison to the founding monastic communities to strengthen relationships.
- Oversee adherence to missionbased expectations and foundational documents.
Government Relations and Legal Oversight
- Develop and implement legislative engagement strategies.
- Coordinate institutional relations with state federal and local officials and organizations.
- Shared oversight of legal and compliance matters ensuring costeffective resource deployment.
- Support efforts to expand the institutions external visibility and influence.
Shared Oversight of the Office of the President
- Ensure operational efficiency and seamless functioning of the Office of the President.
- Address emerging issues and delegate inquiries appropriately.
- Fulfill delegated signatory responsibilities for financial and administrative matters.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Masters degree required; terminal degree preferred.
Experience: Significant executivelevel leadership preferably in higher education; experience working with a Board of Trustees or nonprofit governing body.
Knowledge: Deep understanding of higher education governance mission traditions (e.g. Benedictine values Catholic intellectual traditions liberal arts) and organizational development.
Leadership: Proven ability to lead strategically mentor effectively and drive change through innovation and human resource management.
Skills & Abilities:
- Deep understanding of higher education governance mission traditions (e.g. Benedictine values Catholic intellectual traditions liberal arts) and organizational development.
- Advanced delegation project management and prioritization skills.
- Proficiency in analyzing presenting and leveraging data for decisionmaking.
- Strong analytical critical thinking and financial literacy.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to engage diverse constituencies.
- Proven ability to lead strategically mentor effectively and drive change through innovation.
- Dedication to fostering an inclusive missiondriven community and enhancing a culture of excellence.
- Competence in shaping organizational culture and presenting complex information to diverse stakeholders effectively.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Requires working at a computer for extended periods including typing reading from a screen and using various software programs essential for the role.
- Occasionally required to lift or move items up to 1015 pounds such as office supplies or files and to navigate within the office environment.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Regular travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint Johns University.
To Apply
Applications are accepted online by clicking onApply. Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.
If you require an accommodation to participate in the CSB and SJU hiring process please contact Human Resources ator.
It is the policy of CSB and SJU to conduct a preemployment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint Johns University also utilizes EVerify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.The College of Saint Benedict and Saint Johns University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
