Chief of Staff VP Health Affairs Dean of School of Medicine Health Sciences
Chief of Staff VP Health Affairs Dean of School of Medicine Health Sciences
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Job Description
Salary/Position Classification
- $140000 year commensurate with experience annual Exempt
- 40 hours per week
- This position will work onsite our Grand Forks ND campus.
Purpose of Position
The Chief of Staff (COS) serves as a key member of the executive leadership team at UND School of Medicine & Health Sciences. This senior leadership position will provide strategic oversight and organizational support to the Dean and executive team ensuring the effective of institutional priorities. The COS will facilitate the alignment of faculty staff and student initiatives with the schools mission and goals with a focus on fostering a highperformance culture driving operational excellence and advancing the Schools academic and research agendas. This job description is designed to be flexible and adaptable to the evolving needs of the UND School of Medicine & Health Sciences. The Chief of Staff plays a vital role in shaping the future of the institution ensuring operational effectiveness and enabling the success of strategic initiatives.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership Education
- Support the Dean in the development and implementation of the Schools strategic vision.
- Coordinate the operational of key initiatives aligning resources to ensure successful implementation.
- Serve as a liaison between the Deans office faculty staff and external stakeholders ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
- Monitor and report on the progress of strategic initiatives providing regular updates to the Dean and executive team.
- Serve as an advisor to the Dean.
- Operations & Organizational Support
- Provide guidance and support to departments on operational matters and strategic alignment.
- Work collaboratively with the leadership team to ensure the effective allocation of resources including budget staffing and facilities.
- Lead key institutional projects or task forces that impact multiple areas of the School.
- Manage and oversee the daytoday activities of the Deans office ensuring smooth and efficient operation. o Help cultivate a positive work environment that promotes a culture of belonging respect transparency and integrity within SMHS.
- Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Ensure effective communication between the Deans office faculty staff students and external partners.
- Prepare briefing materials speeches presentations and reports for the Dean.
- May represent the Dean and School as appropriate in meetings as directed.
- Coordinate the Schools publicfacing communications and outreach efforts to align with strategic priorities.
- Project Management & Problem Solving
- Oversee the deans office critical projects from initiation to completion ensuring clear deliverables timelines and outcomes .
- Address operational or strategic challenges that arise within the School working collaboratively with leadership and key stakeholders.
- Foster a collaborative environment that encourages creative problemsolving and effective decisionmaking.
- Analyze qualitative and quantitative data.
- Lead Strategy in Marketing and Communications
- Work with the marketing and communications team to create comprehensive marketing plans to align with SMHS objectives.
- Develop and build customer relationships and foster engagement.
- Work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Executive Support
- Serve as the primary support for the Dean in strategic and operational matters.
- Assist the Dean in preparing for meetings with key stakeholders including agenda setting drafting documents providing insights and ensuring action items are followed through.
- Oversee the coordination of the Deans schedule ensuring time is allocated for highpriority initiatives.
Competencies
- Proven success in managing strategic initiatives and complex projects.
- Proven ability to effectively manage and mentor staff.
- Exceptional organizational analytical and problemsolving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and thrive in a fastpaced environment.
- Ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Comprehensive understanding of academic and healthcare operations including finance policy and compliance.
Minimum Requirements
- Masters degree in public administration business administration education or related field.
- 7 years of progressive directly related experience with at least 3 years in an academic or healthcare setting.
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. or JD with other terminal degree.
- Experience working within a higher education healthcare or researchdriven environment is highly desirable.
To Apply
Complete the online application attaching your cover letter and cv/resume.
Required Experience:
Exec
Employment Type
Full-Time
