[Remote] Chief of Staff - Finance (26-27)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. IDEA Public Schools is seeking a Chief of Staff I to assist the Chief Finance Officer in providing leadership and oversight for the organization's day-to-day functions. The role involves strategic partnership, project management, and collaboration with senior leaders to advance the organization's goals and values.ResponsibilitiesActs as strategic thought partner, confidante, and sounding board related to their respective Chief Officer’s area of workExceptional proxy represents the Chief during absencesCoordinates and interacts with senior leaders and executives, external affiliate leadership, and other external partners on a diverse range of strategic, operational, and organizational mattersDirects, plans, and implements policies and objectives of the organization or business in accordance with the CEO or Chief direction, charter, and board of directorsDirects activities of organization to plan procedures, establish responsibilities, and coordinate functions among departments and sitesPrepares and/or contributes with the preparation of reports, proposals, briefing, presentation, and responses on institutional and strategic issuesProvides principal management support resulting in the seamless functioning and management of priorities and/or special projectsAnticipates problems and are sensitive to issues that require diplomacyFunctions as extra eyes and ears by helping to navigate cross-functionally and across geographiesSkillsBachelor's Degree required (master's degree Preferred)A minimum of 8 years of experience or a combination of 8 years of experience in one or more of the following: Education, Human Capital Management, Organizational Administration or Development, Information Technology, Finance & AccountingMust have demonstrated experience in strategy, analysis, project management, and interacting/influencing senior leadersElevated level of proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and WordUnilateral leadership skillsProven experience translating data and metrics to actionDemonstrable experience managing high-profile projectsRobust written and verbal communication portfolioEmotional intelligenceA minimum of 10 years of experience or a combination of 10 years of experience in one or more of the following: Education, Human Capital Management, Organizational Administration or Development, Information Technology, Finance & AccountingPMP preferred, but not requiredBenefitsPerformance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainmentMedical, dental, and vision plansDisabilityLife insuranceParenting benefitsFlexible spending account optionsGenerous vacation timeReferral bonusesProfessional development403(b) planIDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicableCompany OverviewIDEA Public Schools believes that each child can go to college. It was founded in 2000, and is headquartered in Weslaco, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.ideapublicschools.org/.