Chief of Staff to the President

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior strategic advisor to the President on institutional strategy, organizational design, and executive decision-making.
• Drive the implementation and monitoring of the University’s strategic plan and presidential priorities.
• Coordinate Cabinet operations, including agenda development, executive briefings, and action tracking.
• Oversee the preparation and distribution of Board of Trustees and committee materials.
• Lead cross-functional institutional initiatives related to enrollment growth, student success, and operational effectiveness.
• Act as a primary liaison between the President’s Office, the Office of the Provost, Vice Presidents, and the Board of Trustees.
• Manage sensitive institutional matters and crisis management coordination with high discretion.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• 8–12+ years of progressive leadership experience in higher education or complex mission-driven organizations.
• Demonstrated experience supporting executive leadership and board governance processes.
• Strong strategic thinking skills combined with disciplined operational execution.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and institutional judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field.
• Experience working within shared governance and accreditation environments.
• Strong political acumen and stakeholder engagement capability.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness plan.
• Tuition remission program for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
• Generous contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan.
• Generous time off plan.

About the Company

Established in 1891, the University of La Verne is a diverse and inclusive community committed to ethical reasoning, lifelong learning, and civic engagement. Recognized for excellence in social mobility and education, the University provides a vibrant environment for students and professionals alike.