Vanderbilt University - Nashville, TN
posted 2 months ago
The Chief of Staff for the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Administration serves as a key advisor and strategic partner to the Vice Chancellor, assisting in the execution of the division's vision and priorities. This role is pivotal in leading high-impact, high-visibility projects and initiatives as directed by the Vice Chancellor. The Chief of Staff will draw upon broad concepts and ideas to continuously augment strategic projects and planning for divisional and institutional priorities. This includes developing cross-functional action plans, driving results, and measuring success and impact to inform future planning and work. The Chief of Staff is responsible for executing strategic level decisions, ensuring that stakeholders have the necessary resources and capacity to meet project objectives. Vanderbilt University is a community collectively striving to succeed through immersive learning, integrated research, and collaborative discovery. The Division of Administration exists to provide the infrastructure that makes this mission possible. With a focus on collaboration, inclusivity, and innovation, the division proudly serves every member of the Vanderbilt community through various departments, including Child & Family Centers, Auxiliaries, Public Safety, Facilities, Environmental Health & Safety, Transportation & Mobility, and Sustainability. The team values quality service and collaboration, representing the expectations and ideals upheld in all endeavors. The Chief of Staff will serve as a strategic counsel and trusted thought partner to the Vice Chancellor, offering candid feedback, constructive input, and recommendations on overall strategy, key decisions, and initiatives based on knowledge and experience. This position will also involve sitting on the leadership team of the division, bringing forth ideas, insights, and data that help shape short- and long-term goals and priorities. The Chief of Staff will act as a designee of the Vice Chancellor, interacting frequently with stakeholders both internal and external to the division, making high-level decisions, and providing direction on behalf of the Vice Chancellor. Additionally, the Chief of Staff will oversee and drive initiatives while representing and communicating the Vice Chancellor's vision and strategy with both the internal team and all stakeholders.