Chief of Staff
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Job Description
Reporting to the Executive Director the Chief of Staff is a critical member of KIPP Baltimores senior leadership team working crossfunctionally as an organizational leader to bring KIPP Baltimore into its next chapter of growth and innovation. KIPP Baltimores Chief of Staff manages functions critical to the regions success including finance HR risk and our KIPP Forward program.
This is an ideal opportunity for seasoned professionals with a track record of building systems in organizations that have moved from startup to longterm sustainability. The incoming KIPP Baltimore Chief of Staff is people and communityoriented in their approach to ensuring KIPP Baltimores schools families and teams have the resources to thrive.
Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Partnership:
As a member of the senior leadership team act as a thought partner to the Executive Director helping to shape the organizations strategic priorities and ensuring alignment across teams.
Assist in the development and of strategic plans and organizational goals ensuring they are achieved efficiently and effectively.
Serve as an ambassador for the Executive Director in internal and external meetings and support the coordination of key events or stakeholders.
Act as a liaison between the Executive Director and senior leadership team ensuring clear communication alignment and smooth of key initiatives.
Direct the planning and implementation of special initiatives such as new programs policy changes or school expansion efforts.
CrossFunctional Operational Support:
Design and facilitate crossfunctional team meetings to ensure effective collaboration and accountability across all departments.
Streamline internal processes and workflows to increase efficiency and manage daytoday operations to ensure optimal functioning across the organization.
Work closely with the leadership team to identify and address operational challenges or bottlenecks.
Oversee management of key data and reporting ensuring key metrics are tracked reviewed and utilized in decisionmaking.
Finance HR and Risk Leadership:
Develop and execute the strategic financial vision for KIPP Baltimore.
Oversee strategic financial planning that reflects educational priorities and sustainability.
Partner with the Executive Director to develop and execute a growth strategy for a new schools model for Baltimore schools while maintaining the financial health of the organization through the lens of facility acquisition and financing.
Supervise organizationwide accounting practices to ensure continuous compliance in all aspects of financial reporting.
Lead regionwide management of insurance and other risk management strategies.
Direct the preparation of reports to meet the compliance needs of government agencies grants and bank covenants.
Manage HR & Finance staff responsible for payroll accounts payable and receivable bank reconciliations and petty cash.
Support Principals and School Operations Leaders with the training tools and supervision needed to effectively manage schoollevel financial operations.
Support strong grant management.
Supervise the management of human resource functions (benefits administration onboarding employee relations compliance outplacement counseling exit interviews etc..
Direct the implementation of strong performance management systems that result in consistent feedback coaching and development of staff.
Board Support:
Lead the preparation of materials for Board meetings including drafting and gathering reports synthesizing key information and ensuring proper followup.
Serve as a key resource for Board members and help facilitate communication between the Board and senior leadership.
Staff Leadership and Development:
Manage Regional Operations Manager and Director of KIPP Forward serving as coach and accountability partner fostering a culture of professional development and growth.
Promote organizational values and lead by example to cultivate an inclusive and supportive work environment.
Qualifications :
Education & Experience:
A bachelors degree in education business or a related field (Masters degree preferred).
At least 57 years of experience in a leadership role preferably in education nonprofit or public sector settings.
Proven experience in project management operational efficiency and crossfunctional team leadership.
Skills & Attributes:
Strong strategic thinker with the ability to prioritize problemsolve and execute at a high level.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences.
High level of emotional intelligence and ability to navigate complex relationships.
A commitment to KIPPs mission and values and a deep understanding of the challenges facing underserved communities.
Additional Information :
KIPP Baltimore Compensation & Benefits
At KIPP Baltimore we are committed to providing competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that supports the wellbeing and growth of our employees.
Salary Range: $145K $165K (based on experience and qualifications)
Our benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
Medical dental and vision insurance options
Employerpaid life insurance shortterm and longterm disability coverage
Access to mental health resources and employee assistance programs (EAP)
Time Off & Leave
Paid Time Off (PTO) plus scheduled school breaks
Paid parental leave
Retirement & Financial Benefits
401(k) retirement plan with a 4 employer match that requires no vesting period
Additional Perks
Bonusly employee recognition program
Access to discounts and wellness perks through our benefits providers
A strong missiondriven culture
For more information about this position please contact Hilarie Yoffe Recruitment Manager at or
Statement of NonDiscrimination: KIPP Baltimore is committed to the ideal of diversity in its student body and in its faculty and staff. KIPP Baltimore does not discriminate on the basis of race color gender disability age religion sexual orientation nationality or ethnicity. We are strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
