Chief of Staff (Administrator III) - Office of the President

**SF State Internal Applicants Only**

Working Title

Chief of Staff

Administrator Level (for MPP positions only)

This position is an MPP III in the California State University Management Personnel Plan (MPP), reporting to the President.

SF State University

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San Francisco State is a 100% Smoke/Vapor-Free Campus.  Smoking or Vaping of any tobacco/plant-based substance is not permitted on any University properties.

The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect  Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code.  The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Department

Office of the President

Appointment Type

At-Will

Time Base

Full-Time (1.0)

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Anticipated Hiring Range

$15,000.00 - $17,500.00 Per Month ($180,000.00 - $210,000.00 Annually)

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Position Summary

The Chief of Staff (COS) advises the President in advancing the university by fulfilling a wide variety of complex and highly sensitive executive and administrative duties. The incumbent must have an in- depth knowledge of the university and maintain active involvement in issues of importance to the president and university, including state budget appropriations, government and community relations, legislative initiatives and campus climate. The COS also supervises the Office of Government and Community Relations, Communications for the President, Tribal Relations and serves as senior advisor for government and community relations and Tribal Relations assisting the president in prioritizing and maximizing relationships and partnerships. The COS also supports campus time, place and manner work. The COS serves as a member of the president's cabinet and reports directly to the president.

Position Information

- Assists the president in establishing priorities, identifying and evaluating important issues, and developing policy and process recommendations. Evaluates complex issues and make assessments in order to advise and assist the president on appropriate courses of action.

- Responsible for overseeing the successful daily operations of the Office of the President.

- Works collaboratively across divisions to facilitate the implementation of university initiatives. Directs the Office of Government & Community Relations and Tribal Relations.

- Ensures the alignment of the president's calendar with established priorities and presidential objectives.

- Manage and develop the office’s budgets and maintain records. Review expenditures, budget transfers, and international travel for the University.

- In collaboration with the president and the Director of Communications and AVP for Strategic Communications, assists with presidential communications advising the president on communication and advocacy strategies, including establishing priorities for presidential communication, ensuring consistency of presidential messaging.

- Provides coordination with other senior campus officers on virtually any matter of interest to the president, including monitoring, analysis, and advice on policy development and implementation.

- Effectively communicate with and influence high-level and dive