Position Summary
The Chief of Staff serves as a senior advisor and strategic partner to the President & CEO and executive leadership team. They oversee the operational effectiveness of key departments and external-facing initiatives central to San Francisco Travel’s mission. This role has direct oversight of the Human Resources and Membership departments, Public Policy and Government Affairs, and the San Francisco Travel Board of Directors, the Tourism Improvement District (TID), and the San Francisco Travel Foundation Board. The Chief of Staff leads the operations of the Executive Committee, drives strategic alignment across divisions, and supports board engagement and advocacy.
What You’ll Be Doing
Executive & Departmental Leadership
Board Governance & Engagement
Public Policy, Advocacy & Government Affairs
External Representation & Stakeholder Engagement
Strategic Plan Execution
Administrative Leadership
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Personal Attributes
Skills and Abilities
Compensation
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
San Francisco Travel’s headquarters is located in the heart of the financial district boasting 360° views of the city. The work environment is fast-pasted, dynamic, as well as fun and rewarding. As the official Destination Marketing Organization, employees truly feel part of the city, taking care in their work, knowing it is contributing to the economic development of San Francisco.
While promoting one of the greatest cities in the world, we have plenty more to offer
• Generous vacation policy. You’ll get more than the typical 10 days.
• San Francisco Travel is in the office four days a week with the option of one work from home day per week.
• Aside from all the national holidays that San Francisco Travel observes, you get a day off for your birthday that you can use any time of the year.
• You get a pension. We will contribute and help you prepare for your future.
• Premium healthcare plans.
• Cell phone credit. We’ll subsidize the cost of your phone plan.
• Monthly commuter allowance.
Why Join Us
San Francisco Travel Association offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. As part of our team, you will play a key role in promoting San Francisco and supporting the tourism industry in one of the world’s most vibrant cities.
If you think you are the right candidate for this position, please email us the following as attachments
1. Cover letter (no more than a page, telling us why you’re the right person for this role)
2. Detailed resume of your relevant experience – note that a resume sent without a creative
and functionally informative cover letter will only minimally be considered.
3. Future income requirements and/or expectations.
Send to the following email address: careers@sftravel.com
San Francisco Travel Association is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and
inclusion in the workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
To learn more about us, check out our website –
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