Office of the Provost - Chief of Staff

Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Chief of Staff is of critical importance in the efficient operation of the Office of the Provost, and he/she will play an important role in assisting the provost in running the academic operations of the university. Some of the important aspects of this role is to help the provost on strategic initiatives while managing special projects and supporting the provost leadership team in their roles. The Chief of Staff will also operationalize the provost’s vision by managing committees, providing strategic and analytical support, managing the day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness and optimizing the use of available resources. The Chief of Staff will also assist the provost with preparing communication, drafting speeches, and presentations, and will assist with the provost’s social media presence.  The Chief of Staff will work closely with the Office of Institutional Research to generate the data that is essential for the effective operation of the Provost’s Office. Outstanding candidates with experience managing a complex academic enterprise such as a Provost office are encouraged to apply for the role of Chief of Staff to the Provost and EVP for Academic Affairs.

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To Apply

The Search committee invites applications to be submitted directly to the Texas State Application for the position. 

Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest describing relevant experience and interest in the position.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however they should be submitted as soon as possible to assure consideration.

Search Committee

Dr. Toni Sol

Committee Chair
Interim Vice Provost for Faculty Success, Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs


Ms. Stacey Rodriguez

Executive Assistant, Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs


Mr. Brendan Scott

Director, Academic Affairs Budgets


Dr. Jennifer Speed

Assistant Vice President, Research Development


Ms. Holly Tipton

Coordinator, Academic Affairs


Mr. Marc Turner

Assistant Vice President, Data, Analytics, and IR