Chief of Staff

Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce

. Drive strategic initiatives and provide school-level operational support across the School of Continuing Studies .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $103,723 - $202,779 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic project management, staff development, and operational support within academic environments. Proficient in fostering engagement among students, staff, and alumni while ensuring alignment with institutional goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's DegreeManagement ExperienceStrategic Project ManagementInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Strategic ThinkingAnalytical SupportCurricular DevelopmentEvent ManagementResearch Skills

Soft Skills

CollaborationCoachingMentoringFlexibilityJudgment

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeGoogle SuiteZoomCognosWorkdaySalesforce

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationAlumni EngagementStudent DevelopmentOperational LiaisonFaculty Governance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cognos

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive strategic initiatives and provide school-level operational support across the School of Continuing Studies
Advance staff, student, and alumni engagement
Provide strategic project management, analytical support, and executive decision support
Ensure cross-departmental alignment with institutional goals
Cultivate an inclusive school culture through targeted training
Foster staff development initiatives
Oversee student career development services
Lead alumni advancement strategies
Direct high-profile school-wide events, including Commencement
Directly supervise, coach, and mentor Dean's Office staff
Serve as an operational liaison within University and School structures
Liaise with the University President and Provost Offices, Office of Public Affairs, and SCS faculty governance committee
Work with the Dean to address student, faculty, and staff issues
Represent the Dean in selected internal and external interactions
Monitor linkages with Deans and senior administrative officers
Collaborate with faculty on curricular and academic program initiatives
Coordinate with SCS leadership, Dean's Cabinet, University departments, Human Resources, and General Counsel
Handle escalated student and faculty issues
Report to the Dean of the School of Continuing Studies; supervise the Deputy Chief of Staff and Associate Director of Events

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree
Minimum of 5 years of management experience in a complex environment
Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong managerial ability
Ability to interact with and influence senior organizational levels
Ability to work collaboratively across functions, levels, and departments
Significant experience working with academic programs and faculty
Strong writing and communication skills
Comfort with public presentations to a wide range of audiences
Ability to research diverse topics and distill key messages for presentations
Ability to work strategically in a team environment with professional, technical, and administrative staff
Sound management skills and strategic thinking
Ability to plan and manage multiple, diverse organizational needs
Expertise in relevant field concepts, practices, and procedures
Commitment to the School of Continuing Studies mission and Dean's vision
Fluency in Microsoft Office products, Google Suite, Zoom, and internet/web use
Ability to learn software systems including Cognos, Workday, Salesforce, and enrollment systems
Outstanding oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Careful judgment and discretion with strategic, confidential, and sensitive material
Flexibility and ability to prioritize tasks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Retirement savings
Tuition assistance
Work-life balance benefits
Employee discounts
Voluntary insurance options
Professional development opportunities
Community involvement opportunities
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities