Humanagency

Chief of Staff to the Founder

San Diego · Exec · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$25k-$30kDetected 8 days ago

Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationPublic Speaking

About the role

We are seeking an exceptional Chief of Staff to serve as a force multiplier to our founder, Brendan Lind.
Rather than being hired for a predetermined set of tasks, you will be brought on to solve complex, evolving challenges.
Success in this role requires self-direction, proactive value creation, and the ability to thrive without constant oversight.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end execution of founder-level special projects and organizational initiatives, from scoping and planning through delivery and measurement
Maintain focus and accountability across the founder's portfolio of priorities
Prepare high-quality executive materials (strategy briefs, decision memos, board materials, organizational roadmaps) that drive alignment and enable confident decision-making
Serve as a strategic thought partner to the founder, pressure-testing ideas, surfacing options and trade-offs, and ensuring initiatives align with company strategy and capacity
Build and continuously improve the internal operating systems that allow Human Agency to scale: hiring infrastructure, resource allocation processes, team capacity planning, and cross-functional coordination mechanisms
Design and implement hiring systems that support our 25-30+ person growth target in 2026 without overwhelming the existing team, including interview frameworks, candidate evaluation rubrics, and onboarding processes
Own resource allocation and capacity planning across the organization, ensuring the right people are working on the right priorities at the right time, and that no one is stretched unsustainably thin
Establish organizational rhythms that create alignment without bureaucracy: leadership meeting cadences, decision-making frameworks, communication protocols, and reporting structures
design and implement solutions that increase organizational velocity while maintaining quality
Maintain focus and accountability across the founder's portfolio of priorities; proactively identify conflicts, dependencies, and risks before they become problems

Requirements

Experience & Skills
5-7+ years in high-performing environments such as Chief of Staff roles, strategic operations, management consulting, venture capital/private equity, business development, or startup leadership positions
High proficiency with modern collaboration tools (Google Workspace, Asana/Notion, Slack) and intermediate to advanced comfort with AI-powered productivity tools
you can synthesize complex information into clear, actionable briefs for different audiences

Nice to have

Systems builder, not just task executor, you think about sustainable processes, not one-off solutions
High agency and bias for action, you see what needs to happen and make it happen without waiting for permission
Calm under pressure with excellent judgment about when to escalate vs. solve independently
Ego-free collaborator who earns trust through delivery, not title or authority
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
an advanced degree in a relevant field is a plus
proven success driving business development in B2B environments
exposure to board-level strategy and operations

Compensation

$25k-$30k

Benefits

Partner with the founder to translate priorities, initiatives, and strategic vision into sequenced plans with clear owners, timelines, and success metrics

Company info

Occasional (10-25%) for company offsites, key events, and leadership meetings

Equal opportunity

Human Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We value diverse backgrounds and strive to build an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed and empowered.
Equal Opportunity Commitment

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