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As Chief of Staff to the COO, you will lead special projects, prepare key engagements, act as a stand-in, and elevate insights on operations. You will be a trusted advisor ensuring that the COO can operate at peak effectiveness.
Location: Remote with occasional travel.
Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Required Experience: At least eight years of experience in executive level positions driving successful strategic initiatives and making critical business decisions. At least ten years of experience with government contracting, and at least ten years of experience with Veterans Benefits processing.
Description
The Chief of Staff is a behind-the-scenes leader, the crucial torch bearer guiding an organization’s day-to-day rhythm. With a blend of sharp leadership and keen problem-solving skills, they navigate the company maze with unwavering precision. From strategic decision-making to minute operational details, the chief of staff role combines comprehensive vision with a detail-oriented approach, making it a pivotal function for the organization.
Responsibilities
• Teaming up with top-tier executives to chalk out and prioritize strategic business moves.
• Guiding department heads with expert advice to enhance overall team efficiency.
• Keeping meetings focused and planning and coordinating them effectively.
• Setting key performance indicators to measure and improve team performance.
• Providing hands-on support to transform ideas into reality and monitor their progress.
• Acting on behalf of the CEO to answer inquiries.
• Steering strategic business initiatives from genesis to fruition.
• Pinpointing and addressing core issues within business processes.
• Presenting the CEO and other senior leaders with detailed company operations analysis.
• Evaluating risk factors when making critical business decisions.
• Completing special projects and initiatives with skillful oversight and support.
• Leading meetings and workshops with meticulous planning and coordination.
• Identifying areas of improvement across the organization and making actionable recommendations.
Requirements
• At least 8 years of experience in executive level positions driving successful strategic initiatives and making critical business decisions.
• At least ten years of experience with government contracting, and at least ten years of experience with Veterans Benefits processing.
About Pingwind
PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA HUBZone Certified with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com
Our benefits include:
· Paid Federal Holidays
· Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options
· 401k with matching
· Paid vacation and sick leave
· Continuing education assistance
· Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
· Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources
Veterans are encouraged to apply
PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.
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