Strategic Programs Leader/Chief of Staff

Clearwater; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Clearwater seeks a Leader of Strategic Programs/COS to drive internal program and project management on behalf of the Executive Leadership Team. This role turns strategic priorities into coordinated execution, removing roadblocks and ensuring on-schedule progress across cross-functional initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in program management, strong communication, and a bias toward operational effectiveness, with expertise in Asana or Monday.com and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business/management or related field; Masters preferred.
• Proficiency with project/work-management tools (Asana, Monday.com) and MS Office.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and decision-making under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives and cross-functional programs from planning to execution.

Skills

Strategic PM

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor’s in Business/Management

Masters preferred

Tools

Asana

Monday.com

MS Office

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Leader of Strategic Programs/COS drives internal organizational program and project management on behalf of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), turning strategic priorities into coordinated, well-governed execution. This role acts as a force multiplier, enabling leaders to focus on high-priority decisions while ensuring that organizational initiatives are executed efficiently; monitors progress across cross-functional initiatives, keeps stakeholders accountable to deadlines, and removes roadblocks so leadership’s strategic agenda moves forward on schedule. The ideal candidate is a creative problem solver with a strong bias toward operational effectiveness, is comfortable using project and work-management tools to bring visibility and structure to fast-moving initiatives and is seeking to build the breadth of experience needed to advance into a leadership role.

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Initiative & Program Management

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 7+ years of experience in program/project management, consulting, business operations, or a similar cross-functional role.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with senior or executive leadership to drive strategic initiatives to completion.
• Track record of managing multiple concurrent initiatives, deadlines, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, & KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience; Masters preferred.
• Technically savvy, with proficiency in project/work-management platforms such as Asana or Monday.com, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with sound decision-making and good judgment under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and motivate stakeholders at all levels.
• Nimble business mind, focused on developing creative solutions; a resourceful problem solver who can find a path forward amid ambiguity or competing priorities.
• Demonstrated interest in, and aptitude for, advancing toward broader operational leadership.
• Proactive, creative, intuitive, and enjoys working within a high growth, results-driven organization.
• Ability to embrace Clearwater’s CLEAR core values (Commitment to Client Success, Lead with Accountability, Integrity & Collaboration, Excellence in All That We Do, Advance Colleague Success, Respect & Transparency) and culture.

The base salary range for this role is $140,000-150,000. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and paid sick time. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including applicable candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of colleagues in the role. All colleagues may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Clearwater is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. Please inform Clearwater/Redspin’s Recruiting team if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participating in the application process.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires the ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.