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Chief Administrative agent:Job description:
Chief Administrative agentWho we areRPI holds an important place in history as the first and longest-running technical university in the United States. Guided by the vision of our founder-?educating the sons and daughters of farmers ? and instructing persons, who may choose to apply themselves, in the application of science to the common purposes of life??-we have consistently pushed boundaries and embraced the transformative power of expertise. By 2034, RPI will be ranked as the premier science and engineering university recognized for its robust community of learning at the confluence of creativity, science, and technology in service to society's greatest challenges. The development of our 10-year vision was an inclusive and rigorous process, involving diverse perspectives across our community including faculty, staff, the alumni, and the Board of Trustees. Together, we explored emerging challenges and aligned around shared priorities for the future. At RPI, our DNA is one of groundbreaking innovation, bold ideas, and enduring impact. In 2024, we celebrated our 200th anniversary - a milestone that not only honored our storied past but also reaffirmed our commitment to shaping the future. Now, as we embark on our third century, we stand ready to redefine what it means to lead in higher education. Today, we face a world more interconnected, complex, and dynamic than ever before. It is our moment to reimagine this vision for today's and tomorrow's world and to seize the opportunity to create and sustain a culture of research and a curiosity-driven community of learning, respect, inclusivity, and inquiry. Our new strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. We will break down traditional silos, rethink outdated binaries-research versus teaching, educating versus learning, and arts versus science-and forge a new polytechnic model. This vision will adapt to the evolving needs of the 21st century and set a standard that others will aspire to follow. » » » » Institute leadership abilities , the 19th President of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, took office on July 1, 2022. Prior to coming to RPI, President Schmidt served as the provost of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) since 2014 and was also MIT's senior academic and budget agent. He was responsible for the Institute's educational programs, as well as for the recruitment, promotion, and tenure of faculty. As provost, he worked closely with MIT's deans to establish academic priorities, and with other members of the Institute's senior team to manage financial planning and research support RPI mission and Quick facts RPI, founded in 1824 for the application of science to the common purposes of life, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is the first technological research university in the United States. Today, it is recognized as a premier university, noted for its robust and holistic learning community that connects creativity with science and technology. RPI is dedicated to inventing for the future, from shaping the scientists, engineers, technologists, architects, and entrepreneurs who will define what's next for humanity, to research that bridges disciplines to deal with the world's toughest problems. » 7,064 enrolled students (academic year '22-'23; 5,823 undergraduates; 1,164 graduates) » Approx. 470 FTE faculty » Operating budget: approx. $442M » Offer more than 140 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across five schools as well as programs and certificates for working professionals For more information about RPI visit . View RPI's College Tour video at Position Profile Key Relationships Reports to: President Reporting functions: » Administrative Services (which comprises Environmental Health and Safety, Public Safety, » Real Estate and Facilities Management) » Information Technology » Human Resources Other key relationships: » Board of Trustees » Other members of the President's Cabinet » Academic and Student leadership abilities » Office of Research » External stakeholders (local community/government leaders and industry leaders) Key Responsibilities »Strategic planning and execution . In conjunction with the president and rest of university leadership abilities, shapes the development and review of long-term organizational plans and other operational requirements in the realm of technology, people and risk. »Administrative oversight. supervises administrative services (which comprises environmental health and safety, facilities management, public safety), information technology, and human resources. »Operational excellence . Promotes and leads an environment that continually seeks effectiveness, efficiency, quality and focus on all operations and support functions. »Culture . Works collaboratively to ensure that RPI is forward-looking as it anticipates emerging issues, champion initiatives and pursues operational excellence. Provides leadership abilities that encourages transparency, mutual respect and open debate. »Performance evaluation and Communication . Establishes metrics and benchmarks to assess administrative performance and communicates transparently with stakeholders to foster trust and confidence. Ideal practice »Senior leadership abilities and Organizational Management Over 15 years of practice providing leadership abilities and serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership abilities and stakeholders in a complex, multi-faceted organization, preferably within higher education and/or the nonprofit or public sector. »Change Orientation Demonstrated success in leading a significant organizational transformation that required influence and change management. »Operational Excellence and Innovation Demonstrated success in superviseing organizational operations, driving performance improvements, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, efficiency and innovation. »Team leadership abilities and Constituent Management practice in leading a diverse team across multiple functional areas and proven track record of fostering a high-performing workforce. Critical leadership abilities Capabilities Leading Change » Design and implement effective change management plans to support organizational transformation, including modernizing processes and systems, and ensuring adoption of these new initiatives. » Take personal ownership for advancing significant organizational and technology change and communicate a new direction or change with a clear rationale and/or sense of urgency. » Collaborate with University leadership abilities and key stakeholders to identify impacts of change and develop strategies to gain alignment, manage expectations, and secure buy-in. » Foster a culture that embraces change by championing innovation, encouraging feedback, and supporting continuous improvement across teams. Collaborating and Influencing » Achieve trusted colleague and advisor status with academic and administrative leadership abilities across the University. » Engage others in open dialogue and adapt influence approach to different stakeholders in ways that address their interests or concerns. » Ensure interdepartmental collaboration and partnership to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiencies. » Represent the University to external stakeholders, including industry and community leaders. Operational and Strategic leadership abilities » Collaborate closely with University leadership abilities on the execution and implementation of a strategic plan. » Guide change management initiatives, driving innovation to achieve greater operational efficiencies and sustainable growth. » Develop and implement long-term strategies for administrative functions, including administrative services (environmental health and safety, facilities management, public safety), information technology, and human resources. » Establish metrics and benchmarks to track the progress and effectiveness of change initiatives through feedback and reporting, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure prosperous results. OTHER PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS » An exceptional influencer. » Growth mindset. » Highly analytical. » Energetic, forward-thinking, and creative. » Trustworthy with high ethical standards. » practice serving in a mentor capacity. Driving Incidental driving possible, but not required Starting income/Rate Expected hiring range: $400,000 - $450,000 Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate's income will be determined located on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate's qualifications, practice, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer's good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting. The Search Process Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is assisted in this process by Spencer Stuart. The search committee welcomes comments, nominations, or expressions of interest; to contact the committee, please send an email with any supporting materials to the confidential email address Email address: RPICAO@SpencerStuart.com. Total Compensation and Benefits Information Rensselaer's Total Compensation Program is designed to provide reliable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit . Rensselaer is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer's work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, discapability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. Skills:
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