Chief of Staff

$85,000 - $90,000/Yr

Usrowing - West Windsor Township, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - West Windsor Township, NJ

About the position

USRowing is seeking a highly organized and strategic Chief of Staff (COS) to work closely with the CEO in this newly created role. The COS will support the CEO on priority tasks, manage communications, drive cross-functional projects, and oversee organizational processes. This role is essential for ensuring that key initiatives move forward across all departments and will involve representing the CEO in key meetings and communications.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the CEO to prioritize key initiatives.
• Field and manage a large volume of communications for the CEO.
• Oversee projects across departments to ensure alignment with USRowing's objectives.
• Lead the organization's Monthly Operating Review and manage the OKR process.
• Represent the CEO in meetings and respond to stakeholders as necessary.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to manage communication and organize meetings.
• Manage a fractional administrative assistant responsible for calendar and travel management.

Requirements

• 5+ years in a leadership, operations, or Chief of Staff role within a complex, mission-driven organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience driving high-level initiatives across departments, ensuring coordination and alignment.
• Commitment to quality output, attention to detail, and representation of USRowing.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adjust to shifting priorities quickly.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in sports administration or working with national governing bodies.
• Knowledge of rowing, or a strong passion for athletics and sports governance.
• Experience with OKRs or performance management systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $85,000 - $90,000 per year.
• Remote work flexibility.
• Opportunity to work in a mission-driven organization focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion.