Deputy Chief of Staff of Community Programs

$156,500 - $175,000/Yr

City of Boise - Boise, ID

Full-time - Senior

Boise, ID

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Deputy Chief of Staff for Community Programs is a senior leadership role within the Mayor's Office, responsible for providing strategic direction and executive oversight for key departments such as Arts and History, the Library, and Parks and Recreation. This position collaborates with various stakeholders to drive impactful community initiatives and ensures that programs are effective, inspiring, and inclusive. Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff, the Deputy Chief of Staff advises on high-profile resident-facing functions and oversees the alignment of community programs with the city's vision and operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the work of executive-level staff.
• Ensures that assigned operations and activities comply with organizational goals and objectives.
• Directs actions and results for departments and maintains control of budget authority.
• Defines and implements priority service delivery for the municipality.
• Develops and maintains relationships with key stakeholders, including employees, relevant agency partners, and elected officials.
• Identifies and integrates organizational goals and strategies based on community input, operational needs, and the city's vision.
• Ensures alignment within the community programs team.
• Collaborates and coordinates with external partners to address community needs.
• Represents the City of Boise in meetings, conferences, and public forums, fostering positive relationships with partners to enhance community impact.
• Provides oversight for Arts & History, the Library, and Parks and Recreation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, a discipline within community programs, or a closely related field.
• Ten years of progressively responsible executive-level management and/or administrative experience involving planning, organization, and execution of various work programs, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of managing mid-to-large-size organizations.
• Knowledge of financial management, public administration, effective management, and supervision.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques for maintaining effective relations among elected officials.
• Knowledge of city government organization and relevant local and state laws, regulations, and policies that affect program development and implementation.
• Ability to plan and direct the operations and activities of the city.
• Ability to problem solve and work in a fast-paced, evolving environment; identify and utilize appropriate data and analytics to guide decision-making.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in public or business administration, a discipline within community programs, political science, or a closely related field.
• Ten years of experience in executive management and administration in a large municipal government or similar public agency setting, including at least eight years managing through subordinate managers.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities