Chief of Staff to the Chief Administrative Officer

Who you are

You are an experienced professional with a strong background in operations and strategy, ready to partner with the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to drive operational excellence across HR, Legal, Strategic Procurement, Workplace, Internal Events, and Talent Enablement. You thrive in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment and are known for your exceptional communication skills and AI-savvy problem-solving abilities. You understand the importance of streamlining high-impact initiatives and optimizing operating rhythms to ensure that the CAO can focus on shaping policies and programs that empower the organization.

You have a proven track record of implementing strategies that enhance organizational performance and foster collaboration across various functions. Your ability to navigate complex challenges and drive results makes you an invaluable asset to the leadership team. You are passionate about learning how great companies grow and scale, and you are eager to contribute to a culture of performance and innovation.

Desirable

Experience in public sector organizations or familiarity with ERP solutions would be a plus. You are comfortable working with diverse teams and have a knack for identifying opportunities for improvement and driving change.

What you'll do

In this role, you will serve as the strategic partner to the CAO, ensuring that operational initiatives align with the organization's goals. You will be responsible for streamlining processes and enhancing communication across departments to facilitate effective decision-making. Your role will involve collaborating with various teams to implement best practices and optimize workflows, ensuring that the CAO can focus on high-level strategic initiatives.

You will lead high-impact projects that require cross-functional collaboration, leveraging your expertise to drive operational improvements and enhance organizational effectiveness. Your ability to analyze data and provide insights will be crucial in shaping policies and programs that empower employees and protect the organization.

You will also play a key role in fostering a culture of performance, where every employee is encouraged to contribute ideas and take action to improve the organization. Your leadership will help create an environment where innovation thrives, and employees feel valued and recognized for their contributions.

What we offer

OpenGov offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on the organization and the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where excellent performance is recognized and rewarded. You will have the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about driving change in the public sector.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. Join us in our mission to power more effective and accountable government, and help us shape the future of public service.

This role provides a unique opportunity to learn about the intersection of technology and public administration, and how multiple functions within an organization work together to achieve common goals.