Chief of Staff

Pay, Perks, and Benefits

• The Chief of Staff position offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications, experience, and the scope of the role. IALR provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance.

• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan options; paid time off and holidays; and access to professional development opportunities. IALR is committed to creating an environment where employees are supported, empowered, and able to focus on advancing the organization’s mission and long-term impact.

• This is an onsite role based in Danville, Virginia.

How You Will Help the Team

As Chief of Staff, you will serve as a trusted strategic partner to the President and a senior leader across the organization. This inward-facing role plays a critical part in advancing IALR’s mission by driving executive-level initiatives, ensuring alignment across divisions, and providing leadership continuity. You will help translate strategy into action, support effective decision-making, and strengthen organizational effectiveness.

What You Will Do

• Serve as a senior advisor and strategic partner to the President, supporting organization-wide priorities and initiatives
• Act on behalf of the President as needed, including leading meetings, making decisions, and representing IALR internally
• Provide executive-level coordination and oversight across leadership areas, ensuring alignment with IALR’s mission and strategic plan
• Lead and manage complex, cross-functional initiatives with significant organizational impact
• Support strategic planning, execution, and performance monitoring at the executive level
• Identify and implement improvements to internal processes, policies, and organizational effectiveness
• Serve as a liaison for internal and external stakeholders engaging with the executive team
• Participate in executive team discussions to identify organizational barriers and drive solutions
• Contribute to succession planning and long-term organizational stewardship