AVP/VP & Deputy Chief of Staff at Federal Reserve Bank (FRB) in Dallas, Texas

Job Description:

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas promotes a strong financial system and healthy economy in the Eleventh Federal Reserve District, which includes Texas, northern Louisiana, and southern New Mexico. Through our offices in Dallas, El Paso, Houston, and San Antonio, our team of 1,300 employees works for and with the people of our district to build a strong and inclusive economy. The Dallas Fed works within the Federal Reserve System and with other public and private sector institutions to foster the safety, soundness and vitality of the United States economy and financial system.

We are one of 12 Reserve Banks that, along with the Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., constitute the Federal Reserve System, the nation’s central bank. Our mission is to serve the interests of the American people by informing and influencing our nation’s monetary policy, fostering financial stability, and delivering quality services to the United States government and the financial institutions in our region. The Federal Reserve was established by and is accountable to Congress but operates independently.

The Dallas Fed’s responsibilities are wide-ranging. We actively work with the government, financial industry, and community to conduct economic research and gather perspectives from our region to bring to national conversations about monetary policy; ensure our banking system is safe, accessible, and secure; help maintain a reliable supply of cash and support digital payments; and ensure that all people in our district have opportunities to build a bright economic future. Our success depends on actively connecting with the people and communities we serve.

Location: #LI-Hybrid

The Role:

Overview:

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas is seeking a deputy chief of staff to support the First Vice President (FVP) in carrying out their responsibilities of setting and managing the strategic priorities and operations of the Bank.  As an integral member of the Chief of Staff’s office, this role will work closely with the FVP on various local and Federal Reserve System-wide initiatives as well as contribute to the execution and monitoring of key Bank operations.

The ideal candidate is an experienced professional who has led department level and/or cross-functional teams towards executing highly visible enterprise-wide initiatives. Experience supporting senior leaders within an organization by championing key issues and representing their viewpoints in broader forums is highly desirable. An ideal candidate would demonstrate both a strategic mindset and tactical acumen. This role will report to the Chief of Staff (SVP) and may be filled as an assistant vice president or vice president depending upon experience and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide thought partnership and advise the FVP on key decisions and operational responses.  Assess the context and implications of proposed actions or decisions being considered at the local or System level.  Lead the development of recommendations for consideration by the FVP, including emerging issues, cost, risks, and potential impact to the Bank.  Such recommendations will require deep research and collaboration with various stakeholders and subject matter experts across the Bank and Federal Reserve System.


• Provide frontline support for near-term deliverables and commitments of the FVP.  Initiate action on behalf of the FVP where possible and consult the FVP for direction when needed.


• Ensure strong alignment with the president’s priorities by working with other members of the Chief of Staff Office to determine approach and prioritization of near-term deliverables.


• Manage ad hoc projects that require the sponsorship of the FVP.  Lead teams assembled from various areas across the Bank to ensure success.


• Build relationships with the Bank’s leadership to develop an understanding of key issues facing various areas of the Bank.  Assist the FVP in responding to the identified issues and marshalling the needed resources to address. 


• Partner with other internal stakeholders to manage the internal and external engagement strategy for the FVP.  Determine the scope, timing, and audiences of engagement in the communities and ensure successful execution of events where the FVP is a host, speaker, or contributor.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree is required.   Graduate degree is preferred. Can be substituted by relevant, sustained experience and a proven track record supporting senior levels of an organization.


• Minimum of 10+ years of relevant work experience.


• Experience leading cross-functional teams towards a common goal.


• Strategic thinking, program and project management skills, managerial skills, poise, and a high degree of professionalism.


• Deep interest in public service and commitment to the mission of the Federal Reserve System.


• Proven ability to work collaboratively in business teams.


• Excellent leadership and relationship management experience in complex organizations with multiple stakeholders.


• Excellent written and oral communicator. Able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.


• Leads with integrity, demonstrating honesty and respect.

Our Benefits:

We offer competitive pay and benefits including but not limited to

• Health, dental and vision insurance.


• Pension and 401K Plan with employer matching provision.


• Credit protection, financial planning, and opportunities for pre-tax savings


• Flexible Work Environment with generous vacation, federal holidays and paid time off to volunteer in the community.  


• Healthy lifestyle assistance through an on-site fitness center and subsidized cafeteria with healthy food options.


• Centrally located in Downtown Dallas with free on-site underground parking, and public transportation subsidy.


• Support with continued education.  

Notes:

This position may be filled at various levels based on candidate's qualifications as determined by the department.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S and the role is not available for sponsorship.

This position is based in Dallas. The position requires local and out-of-state travel as business needs dictate.

This position predominately requires on-site work (in the office); however, occasional remote work is allowed.

**Interested candidates please apply by May 4, 2024**

Are you ready to make a difference?

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that believes in the diversity of our people, ideas and experiences, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture that represents the communities we serve.

https://www.dallasfed.org

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Job Category

Executive

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

The Federal Reserve Banks believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.

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