Chief of Staff Job at ICEF Public Schools, Los Angeles, CA

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  • ICEF Public Schools
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Salary Range: Starting at $165,000, commensurate with experience

 

About ICEF

ICEF Public Schools is a nonprofit charter school network committed to educating and empowering courageous leaders who embrace their full potential for college, career, and life. Our work is rooted in five mission-aligned pillars:

  • Educating and Empowering Courageous Leaders
  • Providing a Diverse Community that Honors Each Student’s Uniqueness
  • Fostering Academic Excellence
  • Nurturing Healthy Minds
  • Inspiring Critical Thinkers

     

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Job Description

Position Summary

The Chief of Staff (CoS) serves as the right hand to the CEO—a strategic advisor, operational driver, and organizational culture-builder. The CoS will lead cross-functional collaboration, manage strategic initiatives, coordinate board governance, and represent the CEO in both internal and external matters.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership & Organizational Alignment

     
    • Drive ICEF’s strategic priorities in partnership with the CEO
    • Lead Cabinet and Leadership Team structures for high-impact collaboration
    • Develop internal systems for strategic planning, goal-tracking, and decision-making
    • Represent the CEO in key meetings and lead special initiatives

       
  • Board Governance & Development

     
    • Oversee board operations, compliance, and development
    • Prepare board materials and support fiduciary planning

       
  • External Engagement & Development

     
    • Manage CEO’s stakeholder relationships and support fundraising
    • Prepare materials for donor briefings and external advocacy

       
  • Communications & Culture

     
    • Lead internal communication systems that connect strategy to action
    • Design tools for knowledge sharing and cross-functional clarity

       

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 8+ years of progressive leadership in education, policy, consulting, or nonprofits
  • Experience working directly with senior executives or boards
  • Strategic planning, project management, and facilitation expertise
  • Strong EQ, communication skills, and cross-functional leadership
  • Demonstrated commitment to equity and anti-racism

     

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in education, public policy, organizational leadership, or related field
  • Experience in a Chief of Staff or executive leadership role
  • Charter management or K-12 leadership experience
  • Experience managing board governance and compliance
  • Change management and system design expertise
  • Knowledge of LA education and political landscape

     

Compensation & Benefits

  • Starting salary: $165,000+
  • Full health, vision, and dental coverage
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
  • Generous PTO and holiday schedule


ICEF if an equal opportunity employer

Job Tags

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