Associated Students AS

Applying for positions within Office of Transportation and Transformation

Position(s)

  • Chief of Staff

About the Office of Transportation and Transformation: 

The Office works to make sure students’ voices are heard and their needs are prioritized across campus. We do this by advocating for student-centered policies, planning events, sharing helpful resources, and supporting student leadership. For example, the Office helps run programs like the Grocery Shuttle and provides guidance to all eight College Councils and the Associated Students Off-Campus Senators.

We also serve as a bridge between students and the UC San Diego administration. Our team connects students with key campus departments through the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Resource Management & Planning, which includes: Transportation Services, Campus Planning, Capital Program Management, University Centers Commuter Events & Programs, Design & Development Services, Fleet Services, and Environment, Health & Safety

Above all, our mission is to strengthen communication between students and university leadership. By sharing information, coordinating outreach, and creating opportunities for dialogue, we make sure students are informed, supported, and represented in decisions that shape their campus experience.

 

Position: Chief of Staff 

Compensation: Stipend $80 per week for 33 weeks 

Hours: 15-20 hours per week 

 

Position Overview: The Chief of Staff serves as the primary support to the Associated Vice President (AVP) of Transportation & Transformation, acting as a second-in-command to ensure smooth coordination across the office. This role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and adaptability in a dynamic advocacy environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Serve as the direct deputy to the AVP, providing strategic and operational support 

  • Assist with event and project management, including planning and execution 

  • Represent the office in meetings with campus and community partners as needed

  • Build and sustain relationships with campus departments, student organizations, AS Offices, etc 

  • Foster a positive and cohesive work environment within the office 

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