Primary Purpose of Position

The Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff provides high-level professional, operational, and project coordination support for the Office of the Chief of Staff. The position exercises independent judgment in translating executive priorities into actionable work plans, coordinating cross-functional contributors, tracking progress against deliverables, identifying risks or delays, and determining when matters require elevation to the Chief of Staff or another senior leader. The position supports institutional priorities by preparing leadership briefing materials, synthesizing information from multiple offices, coordinating follow-up on sensitive or time-sensitive matters, and helping ensure that executive decisions are supported by clear context and timely implementation. The position also serves as a professional liaison across executive offices, communications, strategic operations, finance, and other campus partners. This role requires...