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Chief of Staff

Los Angeles

ABOUT GOODR

We create and sell $25 active sunglasses for anyone. No slip, no bounce, all polarized, all fun. Interested in joining our team? Keep reading.

OUR VALUES: We have two core values: Fun & Authenticity.

  • FUN = Being sh*tty isn’t fun. Agreed? Taking pride in your work, finding joy in being GREAT, and celebrating wins… and losses. Now, that’s fun!
  • AUTHENTICITY = Focusing on being authentic over being liked. (Next-level guru stuff. Count it.)

LEADERSHIP: We expect our leaders to be guiding lights for their teams. To support that, we provide leadership courses to sharpen their leadership abilities, including an in-house leadership coach.

Fun Fact: We do not allow email to be sent internally. Carrier pigeons only. JK, we use Slack.

AUTONOMY: We practice autonomy, empowerment, and accountability so that every team member can be in control of their own life.

  • ONSITE POSITION: We can’t do this without you… here. You’ll spend 5 days per week (Monday - Friday) in our cozy indoor jungle office that we call “The Lagoon”.
  • PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: We have an all-company learning program so that we’re constantly leveling up our skills.

SUSTAINABILITY: We think Earth’s pretty rad. That’s why we take action wherever possible to limit our impact on the planet.

  • 1% FOR THE PLANET MEMBER: 1% of goodr’s annual sales go directly to environmental organizations.
  • CARBON NEUTRAL: In 2019, goodr became a 100% carbon neutral company.

Fun Fact: Each year we create limited-edition sunglasses made from 100% recycled materials called “These Shades are Trash.” Check out a pair and join the movement!


ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you the type of person who can spot inefficiencies from a mile away? Does the thought of overseeing high-priority projects that require cross-functional collaboration bring you immense EUPHORIA? (The feeling, not the Zendaya TV show. Well, actually, the show too, if you’re into teen angst…)

Sound like you? Then you’re probably the Chief of Staff we’ve been looking for! This role will serve as a consultant and operational partner to senior leadership, providing oversight, coordination, and alignment across teams and initiatives. You’ll act as the ultimate behind-the-scenes operator, ensuring everyone from the newbie to the CEO knows their next move.

Please note: This role is required to be in the office Monday through Friday from 9:00am - 5:00pm.

RESPONSIBILITIES

LEADERSHIP

  • Lead by example by consistently living into goodr’s values of Fun and Authenticity 
  • Be a culture carrier by leaning into our three fundamentals of communication, professionalism, and vision
  • Hold monthly one-on-ones with each team member to build upon their role duties and hold everyone accountable
  • Ask clear questions, increase everyone’s knowledge, and empower the team so that we can get the best out of every person in your department
  • Give consistent, continuous feedback and challenge your flock to perpetually grow so they become the best version of themselves
  • Own your team’s budget and ensure its accuracy
  • Use imagination and wisdom to set team goals and communicate them clearly
  • Challenge the status quo ALWAYS - the phrase “this is how we’ve always done it” is banned here at goodr, so don’t be afraid to push out of your comfort zone and encourage your team to do the same

ROLE SPECIFIC

  • Support the CEO in setting and executing on the overall vision and strategy of the organization
  • Ensure smooth communication between the CEO,  executive team and other departments, serving as a liaison to keep everyone informed and aligned
  • Conduct research, prepare reports, and analyze data to support decision-making and drive organizational performance 
  • Working closely with the CEO to identify and prioritize opportunities for growth and innovation, and developing and implementing plans to capture those opportunities
  • Coordinating cross-functional projects and initiatives, ensuring that they are aligned with the overall goals of the company
  • Represent the CEO in various internal and external meetings, events, and engagements, serving as a primary point of contact for all stakeholders
  • Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
  • Manage the CEO's schedule and priorities, including meetings, appointments, and travel, in partnership with the CEO’s Executive Assistant
  • Guide teams of professionals, including one direct report, to drive results and achieve key objectives
  • Indicate inefficiencies and streamline internal processes to improve workflow, communication, and decision-making across the organization
  • Identify potential risks and assist in crisis management that require executive attention, coordinating efforts to resolve issues swiftly
  • Travel with the CEO as needed to various locations across the U.S. and globe
  • Wrangle unicorns and tend to the octopus garden
  • This role is part of the Office of the CEO team and will report directly to the CEO
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

ABOUT THE IDEAL CANDIDATE 

  • May or may not have a degree...we don’t care (bonus points for Basset Hound Science or Dinosaur Law)
  • Loves everything above
  • Asks a lot of questions 
  • 7+ years of senior leadership experience as chief of staff or similar leadership role
  • CPG background preferred
  • Master of strategic planning, resource optimization, and fostering a culture of operational excellence
  • Top tier communication skills is a MUST
  • Demonstrate a high level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism with sensitive and confidential information
  • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
  • A rockstar problem solver who can coordinate multiple departments and hold teams accountable
  • Highly analytical with an ability pull out insights and present key metrics to stakeholders
  • Strong working knowledge of Asana is a BIG plus
  • Dependable with the willingness to take the initiative to work collaboratively and with a sense of urgency
  • Loves the work more than a paycheck 
  • Loves to create order out of chaos
  • Is happy to give away credit to their team 
  • Loves getting and giving feedback 
  • Is into personal growth
  • Thinks Fun is being great (not partying) 
  • Is proactive and an independent problem solver! (Can you google a question?)

WHAT YOU GET

  • A role at a company that is going to the moon
  • The opportunity to show up every day and have fun
  • The ability to learn and grow as a person
  • Paid vacation (we encourage you to take time off!)
  • Paycheck... obviously. Salary range: $145k - $180k, final number dependent on experience
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • 401(K) with company matching
  • Financial Wellness Counseling
  • Sunglasses. Duh.

**No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position.

 

NEXT STEPS

Here's what we expect the hiring process for this role to be, should all go well with your candidacy. This entire process is expected to take 10 weeks to complete and you'd be expected to start on a specific date.

1. Application

2. Fill out a form with basic questions

3. 20 minute virtual introductory interview with HR team member

4. 20 minute virtual culture interview with HR team member

5. 30 min virtual interview with hiring manager

6. 20 min virtual interviews with various leaders and peers

7. 45 minute in-person assignment and presentation with group panel

8. Final interview with CEO

9. Offer!

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