Chief of Staff

Position Overview Chief of Staff Nashville, TN | Full-Time | Executive Leadership Role Salary: 110,000K-130,000K About the Opportunity A mission-driven, community-centered healthcare organization is seeking a Chief of Staff (CoS) to serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and a key driver of enterprise alignment, execution, and organizational effectiveness. This executive will play a pivotal role in advancing an ambitious multi-year strategic roadmap taking the organization into their 2.0, ensuring that priorities translate into clear action, cross-functional coordination, and measurable outcomes. The Chief of Staff will act as a trusted advisor, integrator, and force multiplier , enabling the CEO to focus on long-term strategy, partnerships, and growth while ensuring operational excellence across the organization. Key Responsibilities Enterprise Strategy & Alignment Translate executive and board priorities into enterprise-wide plans, timelines, and decision frameworks Lead strategic planning processes and ensure alignment across divisions Drive organizational clarity through structured operating rhythms and communication CEO Partnership & Executive Advisory Serve as a strategic thought partner to the CEO Prepare briefings, presentations, and key communications Anticipate organizational needs and emerging challenges Executive Leadership Team Integration Manage leadership meeting cadence, agendas, and follow-through Strengthen collaboration, accountability, and decision discipline Foster a culture rooted in equity, clarity, and execution Governance & Board Strategy Oversee board materials, dashboards, and strategic updates Coordinate board and committee engagement Support governance effectiveness alongside the CEO and Board Chair Culture, People & Organizational Effectiveness Partner with HR to advance talent strategy and workforce planning Strengthen employee engagement, leadership development, and organizational health Embed trauma-informed, equity-centered practices across teams Align values with employee experience and performance systems Initiative & Performance Management Track and drive progress of enterprise strategic initiatives Build dashboards and reporting systems for performance visibility Lead cross-functional project reviews and risk mitigation Cross-Functional Integration Align initiatives across healthcare, operations, finance, development, and marketing Improve internal systems, communication flow, and scalability Executive Communications & Narrative Leadership Shape strategic messaging aligned with CEO voice and organizational priorities Drive internal communication rhythms that promote transparency and cohesion Strategic Readiness & Partnerships Support acquisition and partnership readiness, including due diligence and integration Ensure cultural and operational alignment during periods of change Key Competencies CEO Force Multiplier Strategic Integration & Enterprise Alignment Governance & Board Strategy Culture Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness Cross-Functional Leadership Accountability & Performance Management Executive Communication & Influence Sound Judgment & Learning Agility Executive Leadership Behaviors Align decisions to strategy Model emotionally intelligent leadership Champion equity and culture Uphold compliance and ethical standards Lead with financial discipline and transparency Center community impact and lived experience Demonstrate optimism, integrity, and clarity Qualifications Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field 8–10 years of senior leadership or executive operations experience Proven success in strategic planning, organizational integration, or governance Exceptional communication, judgment, and strategic thinking Experience in healthcare, human services, or mission-driven organizations preferred Demonstrated commitment to equity and whole-person health Able to travel 20-25% of the time Why This Role Matters This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of a high-impact organization, strengthen internal culture, and drive meaningful outcomes for the community. The Chief of Staff will be central to aligning people, strategy, and execution in service of long-term mission success #J-18808-Ljbffr Confidential