Department
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT (NW-EXEC-IUNWA)
Department Information
Indiana University Northwest is a regional campus of Indiana University committed to excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. The Office of the Chancellor leads institution-wide initiatives to advance IU Northwest's mission, collaborating across IU regional campuses and University Administration to serve Northwest Indiana and beyond.
Job Summary
The Senior Advisor to the Chancellor serves as the Chancellor's lead strategic advisor, overseeing the campus's full operational and programmatic agenda. As a core member of the Chancellor's Cabinet, this senior strategic leader drives institutional priorities across a broad and dynamic portfolio, encompassing office operations, messaging, special events, budgets, personnel, community engagement, strategic planning and cross-divisional coordination. The Office of the Chancellor holds university-wide responsibility for institutional mission, effectiveness, and community engagement.
Department Specific Responsibilities
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Serves as the Chancellor's representative and liaison to the University Administration, IU regional campuses, government officials, and key external partners, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with the university's strategic vision.
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Serves as a principal senior advisor to the Chancellor and primary liaison to university leadership, the Office of the President, regional campuses, government officials, external stakeholders, and other high-priority constituents.
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Translates the Chancellors vision into actionable plans by aligning departments on major initiatives and projects. Leads special initiatives and cross-functional projects that improve institutional effectiveness, strengthens operational performance, and advances the campus's strategic priorities on behalf of the Chancellor.
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Coordinates agendas, prepare briefing materials, and facilitates Cabinet and special meetings convened by the Chancellor including on- and off-campus engagements, evenings, and weekends.
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Oversees prioritization, coordination and timely execution of Chancellors Office initiatives and executive workflow. Monitors progress toward institutional priorities, establishes accountability mechanisms, and provides regular updates to the Chancellor and executive leadership regarding key initiatives, strategic priorities, and outcomes.
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Represents the Chancellor at meetings, events, and strategic forums; interpret and execute policies across administrative units to ensure institutional operational success.
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Facilitates the resolution of sensitive, high-priority matters requiring Chancellor-level attention, ensuring timely and informed decision-making.
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Directs daily operations of the Office of the Chancellor while supervising professional staff and ensuring effective, responsive administrative support.
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Oversees fiscal coordination and budget administration for the Office of the Chancellor Responsibility Center, including the budgets for the Chancellors Office, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, Ceremonies and Special Events.
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Manages the Chancellor's Representation Account and Foundation Accounts; ensure compliance and strategic alignment in all fiscal matters.
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Oversees and leads the Office of Special Events, while collaborating with the Offices of Enrollment Marketing, Communications, and Alumni Engagement and Development to maximize strategic communications and support highest-level advocacy initiatives.
General Responsibilities
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Creates, directs, monitors, and implements the organization's strategic and operational agenda.
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Advises the executive on day-to-day operations and manages them to ensure efficiency and effectiveness within available resources.
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Oversees the operations of the executive office team, prioritization and assignment of tasks, and supervision of other office personnel. May have oversight of office resources, including space and operational budget.
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Facilitates communication and coordination within the organization and ensures that priorities are established, assigned, and completed on time.
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Oversees broad communications, including official emails and other correspondence, directed to the executive office.
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Convenes and participates in key constituent meetings to ensure appropriate and responsive follow-up and accountability.
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Provides guidance and support to junior-level peers.
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Performs complex duties on a wide variety of matters, often of a highly sensitive and confidential nature.
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
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Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Preferred
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Masters degree, postgraduate professional degree, or Juris Doctor (J.D.) strongly preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
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8 years of progressive leadership experience in a complex organizational setting.
Preferred
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Previous experience serving as a Senior Advisor/ Chief of Staff is highly preferred.
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Demonstrated expertise in executive management, project management, community and/or government relations, and strategic planning and implementation.
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Proven track record in personnel management and budget oversight at a senior level.
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Prior experience in higher education is preferred; familiarity with Indiana University policies and procedures is an asset.
SKILLS
Required
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Effective leadership skills.
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Excellent collaboration and team-building skills.
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Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision-making skills.
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Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential information.
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Demonstrates time management and priority-setting skills.
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Effective communication skills, spoken and digital.
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Knowledge of and experience in higher education.
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Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of audiences, including administrators, trustees, faculty, students, staff, alumni, and parents of current/prospective students.
Preferred
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Executive Presence and Professionalism.
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Strategic Leadership, Planning and Execution.
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Multi-Priority Project Management.
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Confidentiality and Discretion.
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Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Building.
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Cross-Divisional Collaboration and Team Building.
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Autonomous, Solution-Oriented Work Style.
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Adaptability in Fast-Paced, Complex Environment.
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
IU Northwest Campus
Gary, Indiana
Advertised Salary
Salary Range: $108,000 - $118,000.00 per year
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
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Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
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Health savings account with generous IU contributions
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Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
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Basic group life insurance paid by IU
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Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
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Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
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Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
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Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
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10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
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Generous paid time off plans
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Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
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Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Expert
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: General Administration
Job Family: Administrative Support
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