Deputy Chief of Staff
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Houston, TX Area (Hybrid)
The Company is seeking a Deputy Chief of Staff to support the Chief of Staff and work closely with the President and senior leadership to advance institutional priorities. The role coordinates presidential engagement preparation, staffs key meetings and external engagements, and ensures commitments and decisions are followed through. It also leads sensitive special projects, supports cross-institutional initiatives, prepares briefings and decision materials, and helps surface risks and unresolved issues. The Deputy serves as the Chief of Staff’s principal backup and represents the office as delegated. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience, plus at least four years of progressively responsible experience in an executive office, strategy, public or constituent engagement, or a comparable field, including direct work with a senior executive. Required strengths include sound judgment in ambiguous situations, independent analysis, project leadership, concise written communication, discretion, and reliable follow-through. Candidates should be comfortable working with senior leaders and diverse stakeholders, and be fluent in Google Workspace and a project management platform, with the ability to use Asana independently. An advanced degree and experience in a senior executive office, presidential engagement preparation, fundraising campaigns, executive searches, or governing board support are preferred.
Functions:
- General Management
- Strategy
- Operations
About the Company
Ambitious private research university
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Age
employees
1001-5000