| Primary responsibilities: to serve as a special liaison between the Office of the President and other offices in the university; to assist in overseeing the several external affairs units that report to the Office of the President with the goal of maintaining a high level of coordination and communication across these units; to serve as the President’s special assistant in handling grievances and other personnel appeals; to coordinate the work of several special task forces and committees that advise the President (e.g., Disabilities Task Force, Campus Climate Survey Task Force, U.S.News & World Report Ranking Committee); to oversee the development of printed and web promotional materials; and to coordinate special university projects and events, such as the university’s 150th anniversary celebration and activities associated with athletic events, such as the Capital Classic basketball games in Des Moines, football bowl games, and NCAA tournament appearances. |
