The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John?s University (SJU) invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit-eligible position of Chief of Staff and Mission Integration Officer. 

The Chief of Staff and Mission Integration Officer for the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John?s University (SJU), reporting to the president and serving as a member of the executive team, is responsible for coordinating and advancing the work of the Office of the President, overseeing the generative governance of the Boards of Trustees, and advancing institutional mission integration efforts. The Chief of Staff and Mission Integration Officer supports the president in leading an effective administrative team and realizing the CSB and SJU missions, visions, and strategic plan: Moving Forward, Together.

The Chief of Staff and Mission Integration Officer serves as a trusted thought partner and advisor to the president; oversees operations of the Office of the President; serves as the corporate secretary for the CSB and SJU Boards of Trustees; offers leadership and strategy guidance as senior facilitator and enabler of mission integration; serves as liaison to Sisters of the Order of Saint Benedict and Saint John?s Abbey; manages government relations; and provides oversight of the legal portfolio, including Title IX.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John?s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.

Advisor to the President 

• Partner with the Provost and COO to provide strategic support on governance, mission integration, and institutional priorities.
• Collaborate on policy and strategy development, implementation, and measurement.
• Oversee institutional initiatives, programs, and projects supporting strategic goals.
• Ensure the president remains informed of critical issues and events to guide decision-making.
• Represent the Office of the President in critical incidents and risk management.
• Coordinate agendas and follow up on key initiatives for leadership meetings.

Secretary to the Boards of Trustees

• Serve as corporate secretary, ensuring compliance with CSB and SJU bylaws.
• Facilitate trustee engagement, governance, and development activities.
• Steward governing documents, including bylaws and agreements.
• Collaborate with leadership to deliver high-quality trustee experiences and materials.

Mission Integration 

• Foster understanding and integration of CSB and SJU mission traditions across stakeholders.
• Coordinate mission-related initiatives, hiring, and professional development.
• Act as liaison to the founding monastic communities to strengthen relationships.
• Oversee adherence to mission-based expectations and foundational documents.

Government Relations and Legal Oversight

• Develop and implement legislative engagement strategies.
• Coordinate institutional relations with state, federal, and local officials and organizations.
• Shared oversight of legal and compliance matters, ensuring cost-effective resource deployment.
• Support efforts to expand the institution?s external visibility and influence.

Shared Oversight of the Office of the President

• Ensure operational efficiency and seamless functioning of the Office of the President.
• Address emerging issues and delegate inquiries appropriately.
• Fulfill delegated signatory responsibilities for financial and administrative matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master?s degree required; terminal degree preferred.

Experience: Significant executive-level leadership, preferably in higher education; experience working with a Board of Trustees or nonprofit governing body.

Knowledge: Deep understanding of higher education governance, mission traditions (e.g., Benedictine values, Catholic intellectual traditions, liberal arts), and organizational development.

Leadership: Proven ability to lead strategically, mentor effectively, and drive change through innovation and human resource management.

Skills & Abilities:

• Deep understanding of higher education governance, mission traditions (e.g., Benedictine values, Catholic intellectual traditions, liberal arts), and organizational development.
• Advanced delegation, project management, and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency in analyzing, presenting, and leveraging data for decision-making.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and financial literacy.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to engage diverse constituencies.
• Proven ability to lead strategically, mentor effectively, and drive change through innovation.
• Dedication to fostering an inclusive, mission-driven community and enhancing a culture of excellence.
• Competence in shaping organizational culture and presenting complex information to diverse stakeholders effectively.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires working at a computer for extended periods, including typing, reading from a screen, and using various software programs essential for the role.
• Occasionally required to lift or move items up to 10-15 pounds, such as office supplies or files, and to navigate within the office environment.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regular travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John?s University. 

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About College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB), a liberal arts college for women, and Saint John's University (SJU), a liberal arts college for men, are located in the central lakes area of Minnesota, surrounded by more than 3,000 acres of pristine forests, prairies, and lakes. The campuses are minutes away from St. Cloud, an increasingly diverse regional center with a population of over 100,000, and 70 miles from Minneapolis and St. Paul. Some CSB/SJU faculty and staff choose to reside locally, while others commute from the Twin Cities. Both St. Cloud and the Twin Cities offer a wide range of fine arts, cultural, dining, recreational, and sporting opportunities. CSB and SJU are Catholic colleges in the Benedictine tradition enlivened by values of community, hospitality, stewardship, and justice. The schools are dedicated to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons. Students, staff and faculty from many diverse belief systems and backgrounds collectively bring a rich dimension to the academic, cultural, and religious experience at CSB/SJU. We welcome faculty who devote themselves with passion and integrity to their disciplines and to a transformative ed...ucation of their students. With a total enrollment of approximately 3600 students, faculty members develop relationships with students in small classroom settings and have opportunities to work closely with students on research projects, experiential learning experiences, and study abroad programs. Recent initiatives to create a dynamic general education curriculum and to develop plans for a new teaching and learning center demonstrate strong institutional support for faculty development. CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program.

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