Chief of Staff to FVP/COO

Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia

The Chief of Staff to the First Vice President (FVP) is a strategic partner and advisor, supporting the FVP in both Bank and Federal Reserve System (System) roles. This position facilitates the flow of information between the FVP and senior leadership, ensuring timely and effective communication and decision-making. Responsibilities include translating the FVP’s vision into actionable plans, managing executive office responsibilities, and overseeing an executive assistant. The Chief of Staff also supports and may serve key roles on System committees and their respective projects. They provide counsel for leadership decisions and monitor initiatives to keep the FVP informed of relevant developments. Strong executive acumen, organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate across senior leaders are essential, along with demonstrated experience in people and project management within a complex governance structure

Executive Office Management

In alignment with the FVP’s objectives and Bank initiatives, facilitates the successful execution of Bank and System efforts. Identifies dependencies and collaborates with key stakeholders to make notable advancements in progress.

 

Translates the FVP’s vision into actionable plans and initiatives.  

 

Assists in managing the FVP’s priorities, supporting key decision-making processes and sharing information with key parties as needed.

 

Facilitates the flow of information to and from both the FVP and key stakeholders to ensure that information is optimally directed through the organization and matters are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner.

 

Manages and directs an executive assistant.

 

Conducts a range of analytical, advisory, and reporting activities in support of the Office of the First Vice President.

 

System Leadership

Serves in key roles in support of System groups including but not limited to the Conference of First Vice Presidents (CFVP) and Administrative Committee, resulting from FVP leadership or participation.

 

Requires an acute degree of organization, collaboration, attention to detail, and adherence to established governance principles and practices. Responsibilities may include preparing and maintaining records and actions, developing agendas, serving as a central point of contact for committee members and supporting overall committee objectives.

 

Provides advice and counsel to the FVP in connection with leadership roles in System Committees.

 

Project Leadership

Monitors a range of Bank and System-wide initiatives being led by others and briefs the FVP on the status of open issues and new developments of relevance. May lead Bank and/or System initiatives as needed.

 

Fulfills job duties and responsibilities in conformance with sound safety practices.

 

Subordinates: 

Direct: 1 (Executive Assistant)

Indirect: 0

 

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred).

At least 8 years of progressive work experience.

People management and project management experience.

Familiarity with Ban policies and/or operating in a complex governance structure.

 

Knowledge and Skills:

• Executive level business acumen, decision-making, and leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and analytical skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including experience preparing written reports, presentations, briefings, and executive-level recommendations.
• Superior initiative and ability to work independently under significant time pressure.
• Strong record of exceptional business judgment, flexibility and integrity.
• Foresight to anticipate and respond to rapidly evolving needs and competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new issues quickly, to identify and draw effectively upon the knowledge of experts, and to brief others on key issues and concerns.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively coordinate lead and/or contribute to working groups composed of Bank and System senior leaders.
• Highly skilled in building individual and team capabilities and holding people accountable for their performance and development.

 

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel both within and outside the Third District, including some overnight travel.

Full time

Regular

Yes

Executive Family Group

First (United States of America)

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