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Position Title: Chief of Staff to the Chief Administrative Officer

Agency: Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office (OPSO)

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana

Reports To: Chief Administrative Officer

Civil Service Status: Unclassified (at-will)

Position Title: Aide to the Chief Administrative Officer

Position Description

Position Summary

The Aide to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) provides administrative, operational, and coordination support to the CAO and assists with managing activities related to external affairs and special projects within the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office (OPSO). This position supports communication, coordination, and follow-through across initiatives involving government affairs, community engagement, grants, and public- facing activities.

The Aide serves as a support resource to the CAO. The primary role of this position is to help ensure the CAO and relevant direct reports receive timely communication, meeting preparation, project tracking, and coordination support. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, professionalism, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced public sector environment.

This is a junior-level professional role intended for an individual developing experience in public administration, government operations, stakeholder engagement, or executive support.

Key Responsibilities

Executive and Administrative Support

• Assist the CAO with scheduling, meeting preparation, briefing materials, and follow-up tasks.
• Help coordinate activities and communications related to the CAO’s priorities and initiatives.
• Prepare drafts of correspondence, presentations, reports, and meeting materials.
• Track assignments, deadlines, and action items for projects within the CAO’s portfolio.
• Attend meetings and take notes or prepare summaries as requested.
• Support coordination between the CAO’s office and internal departments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in administrative support, public administration, government, nonprofit, or related professional environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard office software.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a government, public safety, nonprofit, or public sector environment.
• Experience supporting executive leadership or project coordination efforts.
• Familiarity with grants, public programs, or community engagement activities.
• Interest in public administration, government affairs, or community relations.

Core Competencies

• Professional Communication
• Organization and Time Management
• Administrative Coordination
• Attention to Detail
• Project Support
• Stakeholder Interaction
• Team Collaboration
• Problem Solving
  
• Confidentiality and Professionalism

Salary Range

Salary is commensurate with experience, with a likely range between $45,000 to $60,000 annually.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and professional workforce dedicated to public service.