Deputy Chief of Staff to the Mayor - City

PAY AND FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS:

Pay Range:  517

Hourly Rate:  $37.61 - $57.53

FLSA Status:  Exempt

The normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above. A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant and/or the City’s step placement policy.

APPLICATION, HIRING, AND BACKGROUND

• When completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions.  These application questions are based on the Job Requirements for the position.
• Completion of the application questions is required.
• Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked.
• Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume, sufficient to demonstrate qualifications for the position.
• Applicants may upload only two attachments.  Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, DD214 or NGB Form 22, transcripts, etc.  Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one field for upload.
• Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided.
• Each application submission is reviewed independently.

For detailed information about the City’s hiring and background processes, check out the:  Quick Guide to Hiring and Background Checks

If you have questions, check out the:  Frequently Asked Questions

TOTAL REWARDS

At the City of Oklahoma City, our Total Rewards package is designed to honor your service, fuel your growth, and support every part of your life.  We offer:

• Competitive pay
• An average of $22,000 annually contributed toward your benefits and retirement
• A comprehensive package designed to support your health and wellness, financial security, work-life balance, and personal and professional growth and development

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JOB SUMMARY

This job is located in the Office of the Mayor and is under the direct supervision of the Mayor's Chief of Staff. The Deputy Chief of Staff to the Mayor provides high-level administrative, operational, and strategic support to the Mayor and Chief of Staff to the Mayor. This role ensures the Mayor is prepared, effective, and positioned to advance key priorities while supporting the day-to-day operations of a fast-paced, politically dynamic office environment with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensuring the Mayor’s effectiveness across engagements by overseeing event strategy and logistics, preparing comprehensive briefings, and providing on-site support, including photography and transportation as needed.
• Leading constituent and community engagement efforts, ensuring timely responses to inquiries, advancing proactive outreach, and overseeing proclamation and citation requests.