Space Telescope Science Institute
Chief of Staff
Space Telescope Science Institute, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
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The Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) is seeking a Chief of Staff to provide support to the Director by managing the delivery of high-priority specific and Institute-wide initiatives, ensuring seamless communications amongst a variety of audiences, and building connections across STScI and with its stakeholders. This position will require majority on-site presence, reporting to the STScI headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland. Learn about STScI Missions (https://www.stsci.edu/what-we-do)The Chief of Staff is pivotal in fostering a positive, collaborative, and productive environment through interactions with both internal and external stakeholders. This role requires excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills, and the ability to monitor a diverse and complex portfolio of activities.Responsibilities:Planning and Strategy:
Collaborate with senior leadership on behalf of the Director to prioritize and execute strategic Institute initiatives. Oversee Directors' initiatives and work with stakeholders to ensure successful, timely outcomes.Decision-Making:
Provide insights and recommendations to the Director in support of the decision-making processes. Monitor and report on institute-wide and multi-mission issues to the Director and senior management. Act as a trusted advisor, offering objective perspectives on key issues.Communication:
Serve as a liaison to ensure communications between Missions, Divisions, and Senior Leadership are effective and focused. Communicate objectives and strategic initiatives clearly and effectively to a variety of audiences.Executive Support:
Anticipate needs and provide support to ensure the Director is knowledgeable of current topics. Support the preparation of presentations and materials for board meetings, conferences, and all hands meetings.Hiring and Management:
Establish standards and procedures for hiring and managing administrative personnel & communications manager supporting the Director’s Office. Foster a positive and productive work environment.Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or other technical fields. Advanced degree is preferred. 8+ years of experience in a senior management role, preferably as a Chief of Staff or similar role. Experience in an academic, science, or engineering organization preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Leadership Skills:
Recognized as a leader through current or past experience in leadership positions requiring initiative, independent judgment, and sound decision-making.Problem Solving:
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify solutions to complex issues.Organizational Skills:
Detail oriented; Able to effectively prioritize and execute competing tasks and projects.Communication:
Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on controversial or complex topics to a variety of audiences.Interpersonal Skills:
Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships within the Institute, with AURA and oversight entities, with NASA, and with other outside entities.Compensation is commensurate with education and experience. Position offers comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance. Salary range is $95-120K. Explore the Benefits! (https://www.stsci.edu/opportunities/benefits)Applicants should submit the following materials in a single PDF file: a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Candidates should take advantage of the cover letter to describe their particular interest and how your experience could support success as Chief of Staff.Please ONLY use this link to apply:
https://stsci.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/81575Applications received by November 15, 2024, will receive full consideration.Inquiries can be sent to
careers@stsci.eduThe diversity of the STScI staff enhances the dynamic and collegial atmosphere of our community and reflects our commitment to inclusivity in the broadest sense. Accordingly, women, minorities, veterans, and disabled individuals are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
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The Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) is seeking a Chief of Staff to provide support to the Director by managing the delivery of high-priority specific and Institute-wide initiatives, ensuring seamless communications amongst a variety of audiences, and building connections across STScI and with its stakeholders. This position will require majority on-site presence, reporting to the STScI headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland. Learn about STScI Missions (https://www.stsci.edu/what-we-do)The Chief of Staff is pivotal in fostering a positive, collaborative, and productive environment through interactions with both internal and external stakeholders. This role requires excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills, and the ability to monitor a diverse and complex portfolio of activities.Responsibilities:Planning and Strategy:
Collaborate with senior leadership on behalf of the Director to prioritize and execute strategic Institute initiatives. Oversee Directors' initiatives and work with stakeholders to ensure successful, timely outcomes.Decision-Making:
Provide insights and recommendations to the Director in support of the decision-making processes. Monitor and report on institute-wide and multi-mission issues to the Director and senior management. Act as a trusted advisor, offering objective perspectives on key issues.Communication:
Serve as a liaison to ensure communications between Missions, Divisions, and Senior Leadership are effective and focused. Communicate objectives and strategic initiatives clearly and effectively to a variety of audiences.Executive Support:
Anticipate needs and provide support to ensure the Director is knowledgeable of current topics. Support the preparation of presentations and materials for board meetings, conferences, and all hands meetings.Hiring and Management:
Establish standards and procedures for hiring and managing administrative personnel & communications manager supporting the Director’s Office. Foster a positive and productive work environment.Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or other technical fields. Advanced degree is preferred. 8+ years of experience in a senior management role, preferably as a Chief of Staff or similar role. Experience in an academic, science, or engineering organization preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Leadership Skills:
Recognized as a leader through current or past experience in leadership positions requiring initiative, independent judgment, and sound decision-making.Problem Solving:
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify solutions to complex issues.Organizational Skills:
Detail oriented; Able to effectively prioritize and execute competing tasks and projects.Communication:
Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on controversial or complex topics to a variety of audiences.Interpersonal Skills:
Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships within the Institute, with AURA and oversight entities, with NASA, and with other outside entities.Compensation is commensurate with education and experience. Position offers comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance. Salary range is $95-120K. Explore the Benefits! (https://www.stsci.edu/opportunities/benefits)Applicants should submit the following materials in a single PDF file: a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Candidates should take advantage of the cover letter to describe their particular interest and how your experience could support success as Chief of Staff.Please ONLY use this link to apply:
https://stsci.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/81575Applications received by November 15, 2024, will receive full consideration.Inquiries can be sent to
careers@stsci.eduThe diversity of the STScI staff enhances the dynamic and collegial atmosphere of our community and reflects our commitment to inclusivity in the broadest sense. Accordingly, women, minorities, veterans, and disabled individuals are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
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