Chief of Staff: Strategy, Ops & People Leadership

UW-MADISON; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Chief of Staff I to partner with the Executive Associate Vice Provost. This role acts as a trusted advisor, operational driver, and proxy for the EAVP, ensuring strategic alignment and effective functioning of the Division.

We are looking for an exceptional operations leader who balances rigorous attention to detail with a patient, kind, and deeply collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Relational leadership with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding organizational ability and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Partnership & Operations Leadership: Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic proxy for the EAVP across campus and divisional initiatives.
• Operations Oversight: Manage workflow, space allocation, inventory, technology needs, and general divisional logistics.
• Project Management: Lead high-level special projects from inception to completion with exceptional follow-through.
• Internal Programming: Design and lead internal divisional programming and professional development opportunities to cultivate growth and connection.
• People Management: Directly supervise designated members of the divisional administrative team, fostering a supportive and high-performing environment.
• Communication Strategy: Provide high-level oversight for strategic internal and external communications across the Division.

Skills

Relational Leadership

Operational Excellence

Communication Mastery

Job description

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Chief of Staff I to partner with the Executive Associate Vice Provost. This role acts as a trusted advisor, operational driver, and proxy for the EAVP, ensuring strategic alignment and effective functioning of the Division.

We are looking for an exceptional operations leader who balances rigorous attention to detail with a patient, kind, and deeply collaborative approach.