Interim Council Chief of Staff

$155,242 - $259,250/Yr

City Of Richmond Va - Richmond, VA

Full-time - Senior

Richmond, VA

1,001-5,000 employees

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Interim Council Chief of Staff for the City of Richmond is a senior leadership role responsible for managing and coordinating the activities and priorities of the City Council. This position serves as a primary advisor to council members, ensuring efficient operations, strategic alignment, and successful implementation of council initiatives. The Chief of Staff will oversee council staff, manage communication, and act as a liaison between the council, government agencies, and the public, requiring strong leadership and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with council members to develop, implement, and monitor strategic priorities and policies.
• Drive key initiatives and projects in alignment with the council's goals and ensure timely progress.
• Provide strategic counsel to council members on policy matters, legislative initiatives, and emerging issues.
• Act as a representative of the council at various public forums, meetings, and events as needed.
• Lead, manage, and mentor council staff, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.
• Oversee the hiring, training, and performance management of council staff to ensure high-quality support for council operations.
• Allocate and manage staff resources to ensure effective support across council initiatives and departments.
• Direct and conduct policy research and analysis to inform council decisions and legislative actions.
• Prepare briefing materials, reports, and policy recommendations for council members.
• Coordinate with external policy experts, stakeholders, and agencies to gather information and insights.
• Oversee day-to-day council operations, including budgeting, resource allocation, and administrative functions.
• Ensure the council's compliance with all legal, ethical, and procedural standards.
• Implement processes to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness across the council's functions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the council, government agencies, community groups, and the public.
• Manage internal and external communications, including press releases, social media, and public statements, to promote transparency and engagement.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, fostering collaboration and mutual understanding.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in business administration, public administration, finance or a related field.
• Ten years of progressively responsible related experience that includes significant management experience.
• Extensive experience in providing leadership, strategic planning, human resources, budgeting, problem solving, policy development and other related support functions.
• A Master's Degree is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local codes, ordinances, and laws pertaining to the functions and roles of City Council and its appointees.
• Experience with financial management and related electronic databases and software applications.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral program
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Language Incentive
• Tuition Assistance Program