CEO Strategy & Execution Chief of Staff

Lindblad-Expeditions; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel benefits

Voyage of Discovery trips

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Long‑Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Commuter Benefit

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Lindblad Expeditions seeks a Chief of Staff to partner with the CEO and ELT, translating strategy into action across the enterprise. The role leads cross‑functional initiatives, shapes executive communications, and drives organizational effectiveness.

You will own the executive operating cadence, align priorities, and shepherd high‑impact projects from problem framing to delivery. The position requires strategic thinking, governance experience, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
• 8–12+ years in strategy, operations, or management roles.
• Experience partnering with C‑suite executives on enterprise initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage ambiguous problems and drive execution.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise CEO and ELT; translate strategy into execution.
• Lead cross‑functional initiatives with measurable outcomes.
• Shape Board materials and prepare executive communications.
• Manage enterprise operating cadence and strategic priorities.
• Foster ELT culture, leadership effectiveness, and organizational growth.

Skills

Executive presence

Strategic thinking

Cross‑functional leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Lindblad Expeditions seeks a Chief of Staff to partner with the CEO and ELT, translating strategy into action across the enterprise. The role leads cross‑functional initiatives, shapes executive communications, and drives organizational effectiveness.

You will own the executive operating cadence, align priorities, and shepherd high‑impact projects from problem framing to delivery. The position requires strategic thinking, governance experience, and strong communication.