Chief of Staff

About the position

The Chief of Staff at Echo Canyon Public Affairs will work closely with the President to oversee the organization's day-to-day operations, drive strategic growth, and ensure alignment with the company's mission and objectives. This role involves fostering operational excellence and supporting the team in achieving measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key leader within the organization, supporting the President in achieving company goals.
• Provide guidance and support to senior directors and team members, fostering collaboration and alignment with the company's values.
• Manage daily operations, including finance, human resources, and sales, ensuring efficiency and scalability.
• Enhance internal processes and manage project systems to streamline workflows; familiarity with tools like Salesforce, ClickUp, or Trello is preferred.
• Collaborate with the President to implement strategies, procedures, and business plans that drive growth and operational success.
• Ensure operational plans are executed effectively with input and alignment from key team members.
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Provide updates on operational performance to the President and key stakeholders.
• Act as a key liaison between internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders.
• Represent the organization in discussions with bipartisan leaders and in public policy initiatives as needed.
• Apply knowledge of state political processes and public policy to support operational and strategic goals.
• Contribute to the organization's business development efforts and client-facing initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in strategic communication, political outreach, government relations, and management.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style.
• Prior experience in roles such as Second-in-Command, Chief of Staff, or Integrator.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System).
• 5+ years of experience in Public Affairs.
• Familiarity with project management tools like ClickUp.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Paid time off.