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The Chief Of Staff (CoS) will be a motivated and adaptable individual who will ensure the Senior Executive can execute against defined priorities. The CoS will act as a strategic advisor, a problem solver, a communicator, and a facilitator for the organization. This individual will help the Senior Executive identify the areas where they must direct their focus and help streamline activities. The Chief Of Staff also partners closely with the Executive Assistant to strategically manage the leader's time and help determine fit with the priorities.
The Chief Of Staff has a vital and influential role that supports the leader and the organization in achieving their goals and objectives. The CoS is also a leader of leaders, who helps to foster a culture of collaboration, excellence, and innovation within the organization.
The job responsibilities of a CoS may vary depending on the size, type, and culture of the organization, as well as the preferences and needs of the leader. However, some common responsibilities include:
Proven track record of success in an operational role where executive priorities are translated into actionable plans that can be tracked.
Executive presence and excellent communication skills.
Ability to navigate complex stakeholder management situations.
Attention to detail across a broad range of contexts and topics.
Experience with Business Operations and Planning, Business Transformation and/or Management Consulting is a plus.
The ideal candidate will have 5+ years' experience in a similar role with a Bachelor's degree.
Advanced Powerpoint, Excel and Word skills.
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.
Location Based Pay Ranges
$149,084 - $198,779 in these states: AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, WI, WV, and WY.
$156,539 - $208,718 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.
$163,993 - $218,657 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA.
Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives, and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.
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Requisition #: 339728
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Disclaimer
The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.
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Application Deadline
10/08/2025