Chief of Staff

🇺🇸 Fort Collins, CO

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $150K - $200K

💻 Other

🗓️ November 14th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Colorado State University is hiring a Chief of Staff who will act as the principal strategic advisor and operational coordinator for the Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences. The role involves managing internal operations, coordinating projects, fostering collaboration with university and external partners, and supporting student engagement alongside the Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs.

Highlights

Translate the Dean's strategic vision into actionable initiatives and manage project frameworks.
Act as a strategist, problem solver, and primary liaison for the Dean with internal and external stakeholders.
Provide operational leadership, supervise staff, and coordinate budgets and research reports.
Knowledge of higher education leadership, shared governance, and ability to succeed as a persuasive leader without formal authority.
Must have at least a Master’s degree in business, public administration, sciences, or related field, or a Ph.D.
Minimum 10 years progressive leadership experience in higher education or large organizations.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are required.
Up to 40% travel may be required, including evenings, weekends, and special events.
Proposed annual salary range is $150,000 to $200,000 with comprehensive employee benefits.
Position involves collaboration with the College of Agricultural Sciences, Extension, Agricultural Experiment Station, and community partners.