Chief of Staff
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
At a Glance
Chief of Staff earns an average of $118,560/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 7–8.3 years. Top skills: Management, Leadership, Research.
$118,560/yr
Bachelor's degree
7–8.3 years
6
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Chief Executives
Median Wage
$206,420/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.3%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (10)
Project Management
Business Planning
Finance
Business Operations
Business Priorities
Travel Arrangements
Setting Appointments
Functional Knowledge
Restructuring (Business)
Performance Metric
Common Skills (19)
Management
Leadership
Research
Planning
Communication
Prioritization
Influencing Skills
Verbal Communication Skills
Presentations
Budgeting
Coordinating
Analytical Skills
Computer Literacy
Ideation
Forecasting
Multitasking
Certifications (1)
FINRA Series 7 (General Securities Representative)
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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~$150,324/yr
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~$109,200/yr
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