Strategic Chief of Staff to External Affairs

New York City Department of Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

New York City Department of Education is seeking a Chief of Staff to the Chief of External Affairs. The role supports project management, cross-functional coordination, and executive-level staff planning across External Affairs to advance citywide educational priorities.

The position requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders across government, community groups, and school communities. Reports to the Chief of External Affairs.

Qualifications

• A Baccalaureate degree is required in a relevant field.
• Experience in public administration or education administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary support, project leader, and manager handling matters of organizational importance for the Chief of External Affairs.
• Directs, facilitates, and supports team members in meeting operational goals and objectives.
• Supports organized, timely follow-up and communication with key external stakeholders.
• Plans strategic projects with External Affairs leadership to ensure priority initiatives are executed.
• Oversees cross-team coordination and interagency collaboration to align External Affairs activities.

Education

Baccalaureate degree in public administration, business administration, education administration, personnel administration, management or

Job description

New York City Department of Education is seeking a Chief of Staff to the Chief of External Affairs. The role supports project management, cross-functional coordination, and executive-level staff planning across External Affairs to advance citywide educational priorities.

The position requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders across government, community groups, and school communities. Reports to the Chief of External Affairs.