Chief of Staff Department: Office of the President Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Position Summary The Chief of Staff provides strategic and operational support to the CEO and executive team, ensuring the effective management of organizational priorities and initiatives. This role acts as a bridge between the CEO, senior leadership, and staff, coordinating cross-functional projects, monitoring organizational performance, and facilitating decision-making. The Chief of Staff ensures that the CEO can focus on high-level strategy, external relationships, and organizational growth.
Key Responsibilities: Executive Support & Strategic Planning
Support the CEO in managing organizational priorities, initiatives, and projects.
Coordinate and track progress on strategic plans, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and goals.
Conduct research and analysis to inform strategic decisions.
Operational Coordination
Serve as a liaison between the CEO, senior leadership, staff, and Board members.
Facilitate cross-departmental communication and collaboration to achieve organizational objectives.
Monitor and report on operational performance, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
Support planning and execution of key events, meetings, and organizational initiatives.
Stakeholder Relations
Support engagement with external partners, funders, and community stakeholders.
Team Leadership & Development
Mentor and support staff on organizational processes and project management.
Lead or participate in special projects as assigned by the CEO.
Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
Other Duties
Attend and represent the CEO at meetings, events, and public functions as needed.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the CEO to meet organizational priorities.
Work Environment & Requirements
Regular presence at the Clubhouse during program hours, with some evening or weekend activities as needed.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk frequently throughout the day.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Must pass a background check and fingerprint verification.
Disclaimer This job description outlines the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not an exhaustive list. Responsibilities may be revised as organizational needs evolve.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Oakland, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Executive Assistant Skills unmatched
Health Insuranceunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Operational Strategyunmatched
Operational Supportunmatched
Organizational Development/Managementunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
Process Managementunmatched
Project Trackingunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relationsunmatched
Research Skillsunmatched
Risk Analysisunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
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