Chief of Staff Position Descriptions

The chief of staff works under an executive and manages multiple projects.

A chief of staff works under an executive employed by a government agency, hospital, private foundation, or nonprofit organization. The high profile position requires attention to detail, program development, staff supervision, and impeccable writing skills.

Compliance

The Chief of Staff ensures that an organization remains compliant with law and regulations. Compliance duties include keeping accurate records and documentation.

Staff Relations

The Chief of Staff assists the executive in the review of staff issues and meets with staff members to enforce policies and procedures.

Policy Development

Suggesting policy changes and assisting in the development of new policies, are both job functions of the Chief of Staff.

Project Management

Meeting with both project managers and project staff and accurately documenting project progression is a duty of the Chief of Staff.

Oversees Budget

The Chief of Staff is responsible for monitoring large budgets. Examples of the type of budgets include office, equipment and supply and project finances.

Community Involvement

Working directly with members of the community, the Chief of Staff has a responsibility to answer questions and to provide accurate information pertaining to organization in question.

References

• Chief of Staff Job Description: Essential Duties