Job Description

ABOUT US

Do you have a passion for higher education? Do you want to make a positive impact on the college admissions process? Our staff help to remove barriers and encourage students to forge their path to a better future. Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1000 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application. 

If you are an experienced professional in program management, strategic communications, or strategic support at the C-suite level and want to be part of a mission-driven non-profit that uses innovative technology to advance the college admission process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for a Chief of Staff to CEO.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chief of Staff to the CEO provides complex confidential support and strategic guidance to the Chief Executive Officer and oversees the executive office and its budget. 

Additionally, this individual will provide ongoing support to the CEO for internal and external meetings; conduct background research on relevant topics and meeting participants; provide executive briefings, draft agendas, create presentations; and provide strategic guidance to the CEO and senior team. This individual will also capture and track key action items and coordinate with stakeholders to manage items, ensuring follow-through. 

These duties and functions will require confidentiality, initiative, tact, sound decision-making, Independent judgment, and the ability to escalate serious or unique problems to higher levels. 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

This role requires:

• Candidates must live in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Higher Education, Non-Profit Management, or relevant field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 12+ years of experience in program management, strategic communications, or strategic support at the C-suite level. 
• 10+ years of leadership experience.
• Experience with or knowledge of the higher education admissions landscape. 
• A deep knowledge of postsecondary education and the issues facing the college admissions and enrollment landscape.
• Ability to exercise initiative, independent judgment, and advanced project management skills in a wide range of work situations often involving highly sensitive and confidential information in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Solution-centered problem-solver with exceptional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to analyze and synthesize complex data and information succinctly.
• Proven ability to work effectively with senior executives, Board members, legal counsel, and the general public.
• Effective team player who can work collaboratively, meet challenges, and advance the organization's mission.
• Able to anticipate and fulfill the business needs of executive leadership and proactively propose constructive, mission-oriented solutions to obstacles.
• Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups at all organizational levels; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High critical thinking and analytical skills to bring successful resolution to high-impact, complex, and/or cross-departmental problems.
• Ability to anticipate and fulfill the business needs of the CEO and senior leadership.
• Positive, collaborative, professional demeanor at all times with extraordinary relationship-building skills, tact, and diplomacy with staff, board members, and external stakeholders.
• High degree of emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and tact.
• Experience drafting executive talking points, memorandums, and correspondence.
• Reliably meets deadlines, delivers results, and focuses efforts on meeting or exceeding expectations.
• A good sense of humor and a willingness to embrace a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.  

The ideal candidate will possess:

• An advanced degree
• A passion for higher education is a plus. 

PAY RANGE

Target hiring salary range $215,000 - $238,000

Benefits

Common App is a virtual first environment. We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive salary and an extensive benefits package including: 

• Work-Life balance

  • Virtual-first office
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Seven company-wide holidays
  • Nine floating holidays*
  • Sick leave
  • Monthly mental health day

*floating holidays prorated depending on start date

• Virtual-first support

  • Choice of PC of MAC laptop
  • May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset
  • One-time office set-up stipend
  • Monthly remote work stipend
  • Monthly mobile stipend

• Financial security

  • Market-based salaries

  • Performance-based bonus

  • 403(b) retirement plan

    • 5% company contribution
    • additional 5% company match
    • 3-year vesting schedule
    • Participation may begin immediately

• Health & wellness

  • Choice of two health insurance plans

    • Health Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
    • Medical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection

  • Vision insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Insurance coverage begins on the date of hire

  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

  • Maven virtual clinic for women’s and family health

  • Company provided life and ad&d insurance

  • Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents

  • Company provided short and long-term disability insurance

• Career development

  • Budgeted annual funds for professional development
  • Growth opportunities within the company

• Additional perks

  • Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program
  • Mutual of Omaha will preparation services
  • Mutual of Omaha travel assistance
  • Payroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws
  • 1Password family account

We work to maintain the best possible environment for our staff, where people can learn and grow. We strive to provide a diverse, collaborative, team-oriented, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

HOW DO I APPLY

To apply for this opportunity, send your resume and cover letter with salary expectations.

PROTECTING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION:

During the recruiting process, please note that Common App will never:

• Provide a job offer without an interview
• Ask for payment to process documents, purchase equipment or for any other reason
• Request banking or credit card information
• Direct you to third-party services to obtain visas or other documentation

As we work alongside you through our recruitment process, please remain alert and never provide financial information or payment to anyone claiming to offer a job opportunity.

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