Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff

$171,428 - $180,000/Yr

Red Rocks Community College - Lakewood, CO

Full-time - Senior

Lakewood, CO

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff at Red Rocks Community College (RRCC) serves as the second in command, providing essential support to the President and overseeing key operational, strategic, and change management functions. This role is pivotal in managing confidential matters, advising on daily operations, and ensuring effective communication between the President and the college's leadership team, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders. The Senior VP and Chief of Staff is responsible for strategic oversight of Institutional Research, Marketing and Communications, and Grant Development, leading institutional planning and assessment efforts to foster continuous improvement and innovation. This position also spearheads significant projects, supports resource development, and ensures alignment with institutional goals while representing the College in the community. Additionally, the Senior VP and Chief of Staff acts as the accreditation liaison officer to the Higher Learning Commission, overseeing accreditation activities and reporting. A successful candidate will be a strategic change leader, adept at building strong relationships and community ties, and will possess exceptional organizational management skills. The role requires a deep understanding of the college's mission and vision, with a commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the institution. The Senior VP and Chief of Staff will be expected to demonstrate high ethical standards and a sense of urgency in prioritizing the interests of the organization and its stakeholders. This position operates largely in an office environment, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of constituents.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the President in overseeing operational and strategic functions.
• Manage confidential matters and advise on daily operations.
• Ensure smooth communication between the President and the college's leadership team, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Provide strategic oversight for Institutional Research, Marketing and Communications, and Grant Development.
• Lead strategic institutional planning and assessment efforts.
• Spearhead important projects and support resource development.
• Design, evaluate, and communicate institutional data to constituents.
• Represent the College in the community and ensure alignment with institutional goals.
• Serve as the accreditation liaison officer to the Higher Learning Commission and manage accreditation activities.

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited institution or a bachelor's degree with two years of relevant experience.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in developing and executing strategies and initiatives through data-informed decisions.
• Two years of senior or executive level experience including supervision of others.
• Proven record of developing relationships and building consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams through change.
• A leadership record with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Nice-to-haves

• Doctorate degree or terminal degree in discipline from an accredited institution.