School in the Square · 7 hours ago
SY 26-27 Chief of Staff
12 Sherman Ave, New York, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $170K/yr
7+ years expSchool in the Square is a mission-driven organization focused on supporting educational growth in Washington Heights and Inwood. They are seeking a Chief of Staff to lead the Central Office, ensuring effective execution of organizational-wide initiatives that align with their values of clarity, cohesion, collaboration, and accountability.
Primary/Secondary Education
Responsibilities
Strategic partner with the Executive Director on the planning, executing, and progressing organization-wide initiatives with clarity, cohesion, collaboration and accountability - including organizational advancement opportunities and risk management
Coordinates and facilitates translating organizational-wide priorities and initiatives into collaborative student-centered, mission-driven action across the organization
Build a culture of cross-functional collaboration and transparency by ensuring alignment, clarity and accountability on organizational-wide initiatives
Establish and implement accountability structures and systems to support Central Office leadership team effectiveness
Anticipate the needs of the Executive Director by preparing materials and data to make strategic recommendations to avert anticipated organizational risks
Establish adult culture systems and training to ensure School in the Square relationships are mission-aligned and effective to achieve clarity, cohesion, collaboration and accountability
Qualification
Required
At least 7 years of relevant professional experience
Proven experience in strategy, operations, consulting, or program management in mission-driven organizations
A graduate of a Bachelor's Degree, an Advanced Degree preferred
Experience working directly with senior executives
Familiarity with change management and organizational design
Experience supporting boards or governance bodies
Strategic thinker who has a proven track record of resolving complex problems anchored in a high level of integrity and judgment
Highly organized, conscientious and execution oriented, including exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable and successful in navigating ambiguity and complexity
Collaborative mindset where they use strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills to actively partner with peers and stakeholders to share ideas and listen to diverse perspectives to align on and make decisions
Deep alignment with organizational values and mission
Benefits
A 401K program with a 6% organizational match
93% coverage of healthcare coverage
Longevity bonus
Generous paid time off
A supportive work environment
Company
School in the Square
Our mission: We engage, educate and empower our students to respond mindfully and creatively to life’s opportunities and challenges.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Cynthia Carrion
Chief Programs and Engagement Officer
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