Chief of Staff

Description

Chief of Staff

Permanent

Executive

Union of Concerned Scientists

Remote - MA or DC

Bargaining Unit Position : No

Our Organization

The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is an independent nonprofit that puts rigorous, independent science into action, developing solutions and advocating for a healthy, safe, and just future. We envision a peaceful, healthy, and just world where science serves people and the planet by guiding policy decisions, reducing risks, and improving lives.

For over five decades, we have been working as scientists, engineers, economists, advocates, and everyday people to create and advocate for innovative, practical solutions to some of our planet's most pressing problems-from combating global warming and developing sustainable ways to feed, power, and transport ourselves, to fighting disinformation, advancing racial equity, and reducing the threat of nuclear war. Values informing our work include :

• Science in the service of people and the planet.
• Justice and Equity for people of all races and incomes-now, and for future generations.
• Courage to take principled, science-based stands in the public arena.
• Integrity to always examine evidence critically, openly, and honestly.
• Democracy to promote a voice for all in government decisions.
• Action inspiring and mobilizing people to build a healthier, safer, and more just world.

The Position

Under the supervision of UCS's President, strategically coordinates information flow and decision-making at the Executive Team (ET) level and provides strategic support to the President and the Board. Specifically, the Chief of Staff coordinates and supports the executive team and leadership team's efforts and organizational decision-making to ensure the right people are acting on the right priorities at the right time. The Chief of Staff exhibits an instinct for "seeing around the corner" to anticipate and address issues before they emerge, while ensuring the appropriate delegation of responsibilities to relevant Executive Team members and Program Directors. The Chief of Staff supports and provides policy and legislative guidance to the UCS President to ensure she is focusing on the highest-priority activities for UCS, and supports her in integrating UCS's scientific expertise, so she is well-prepared for her interactions with key external stakeholders. The Chief of Staff serves as the primary liaison to the Board, supporting their regular meetings. The Chief of Staff oversees the administrative and operational staff, as well as the budget, of the Executive Department.

Responsibilities

EXECUTIVE TEAM & DECISION-MAKING COORDINATION

PRESIDENTIAL SUPPORT & POLITICAL GUIDANCE

BOARD SUPPORT

INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS

COORDINATES EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT RESOURCES

LEADERSHIP

Supervisory Responsibilities

Oversees a small team (e.g., 2-4) of Executive Department Staff who provide support to the President, other Executive Team members, and organizational initiatives and priorities.

Budget Authority

Oversee Executive Department budget, with authority to negotiate contracts with vendors / providers / consultants in support of organizational initiatives and priorities.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

Physical Requirements

Hours

Regular office hours, with frequent nights and weekend hours in connection with urgent events or critical deadlines. Position requires the person to be accessible via email / telephone / text outside of office hours when urgent issues arise.

Travel

Occasional travel to support the President's meetings (e.g., with coalitions or policy makers). Occasional travel to support in-person Executive Team, Leadership Team, program, and / or staff retreats (estimated 5-10 overnights per year) and in-person Board meetings (estimated 2 days for 2 of 3 Board meetings each year).

UCS is an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to diversify its staff. We're dedicated to broadening opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. We're also committed to building an inclusive workplace culture where talented people of widely diverse backgrounds can thrive. We believe the inclusion of culturally diverse perspectives will improve our work and produce better societal and environmental outcomes for all, including historically disenfranchised communities.

Benefits

Details

This is a full-time remote position based near UCS's Washington, DC or Cambridge, MA office. For those who meet all position requirements, the salary is $174,493.95. UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment.

Information about the organization is available at http : / / www.ucsusa.org .

Comparable training and / or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate.

More About the Team

Our team is made up of a dedicated group of researchers, scientists, communicators, campaigners, and advocates from wide-ranging backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and a collaborative and supportive work environment where all staff can thrive. We continually strive to create an environment which is a welcoming place for the LGBTQ+ community, people of color, parents, empty-nesters, and people with a wide variety of interests and backgrounds.

To Apply

We know there are great candidates who won't check all these boxes, and we also know you might bring important skills that we haven't considered. If that's you, don't hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself. Please upload a cover letter and resume. In the cover letter, please confirm that the listed salary meets your expectations. Upload materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls, please.

This position is NOT in the bargaining unit.

Covid Mandate for New Hires

For in office roles, UCS employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees are considered fully vaccinated as defined by the CDC. All new hires who will be reporting to an office location must provide notice of their vaccination status and vaccination documentation, on or before their first day of work. For all others, UCS strongly encourages full vaccinations among its employees, up to and including booster shots, even if working remotely.

All new employees must comply with the mandatory vaccination requirements outlined in UCS policies as soon as practicable. Union of Concerned Scientists will notify candidates for employment of the requirements of this policy before the start of employment.

Deadline : Until filled.