Special Assistant to the Chairman’s Office (Administrative)

Join us and make a difference in global investor protection.

Who We Are

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), a nonprofit organization established by Congress, oversees the audits of public companies and SEC-registered brokers and dealers to protect investors and to further the public interest in the preparation of independent, accurate, and informative audit reports.

Our investor protection mission is focused on modernizing audit standards, enhancing audit inspections, and strengthening enforcement of PCAOB rules and standards and other related laws and rules. People are at the heart of our mission at the PCAOB.  As we carry out that mission, we strive to uphold the highest standards in audit quality with investors’ families, savings, and futures in mind. 

We are hiring mission-driven professionals interested in a career with purpose, competitive benefit offerings, and work-life flexibility. If you are interested in working with a group of talented professionals to protect investors and drive audit quality and innovation while adhering to the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct, join us.

What We Offer

At the PCAOB, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package with a focus on the health and financial well-being of our valued team members. Some of the features of our comprehensive Total Rewards package include:

• Compensation – We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation programs and provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range, based on data-driven market analysis, for each job posting. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role in Washington, DC (Headquarters) is $ 77,600/year - $112,400/year. Team members may also be eligible for performance-based discretionary awards.

• Work Location – Staff will be assigned to the Washington, DC (Headquarters) office or another office as approved by the PCAOB.

• Generous paid time off – Up to 6 weeks annually, in addition to 12 federal holidays, and 2 floating holidays and a year-end break December 28 – 31, 2026.

• Highly competitive 401(k) match and savings options – Immediate vesting and contributions matched dollar for dollar, up to 7 percent of eligible compensation. Roth in-plan conversion available. 

• Comprehensive and competitive health benefit offerings – Medical, dental, and vision plans

• Supportive paid family leave benefits – Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave and up to 8 weeks paid caregiver leave

• Life insurance benefits – Basic life and AD&D insurance provided; supplemental insurance also available

• Education benefits – PCAOB staff qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. We also offer staff college tuition assistance and college coach program support.

• Well-being and family resources – Mental health and well-being resources, paid volunteer time, emergency child/adult dependent back-up care services, family-forming assistance, discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program (EAP), health advocate program, and more  

• Commuter benefits – Tax-free employer subsidy and pretax employee deductions 

Position Summary

The PCAOB seeks a full-time, regular Special Assistant to provide executive and operational support to the Chairman, and members of the Chairman’s Office, including the Chief of Staff, Special Counsel, and Special Advisers. The role coordinates executive priorities, Board activities, stakeholder engagements, and special projects; prepares briefings and communications; and manages the day-to-day operations of the Chairman’s Office. Success requires executive support experience, strong writing and organizational skills, initiative, diplomacy, and sound judgment to anticipate needs, manage competing priorities, and ensure timely follow-through while safeguarding confidential information and supporting the PCAOB’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Chairman, and members of the Chairman’s Office, including the Chief of Staff, Special Counsel, and Special Advisers on priorities and commitments; track decisions, deadlines, and action items, and flag issues requiring attention.

• Prepare concise research, analyses, briefings, and talking points to support executive decisions and readiness for meetings, engagements, and emerging issues.

• Serve as a central coordination point for the Chairman’s Office, facilitating communication and follow-through with Board members, PCAOB leadership and staff, SEC staff, audit firms, audit committee members, and other stakeholders.

• Manage special projects and cross-functional initiatives, developing plans, coordinating contributions across divisions and offices, and monitoring progress through completion.

• Coordinate Board meetings and related sessions with the Board Secretary and relevant staff, including agendas, materials, records, technology, logistics, and administrative support for Board members.

• Plan and coordinate meetings, retreats, events, and external engagements aligned with the PCAOB’s mission, including speakers, invitations, venues, vendors, technology, and on-site logistics.

• Manage calendars, prioritize requests, anticipate scheduling conflicts, and coordinate appointments, travel, and expenses.

• Draft, edit, and proofread correspondence, reports, presentations, and other executive communications for accuracy, clarity, and alignment on voice and priorities.

• Handle highly sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment; maintain confidential files, records, and internal SharePoint resources.

• Coordinate day-to-day office administration, including visitors, timekeeping, approvals, reports, budgets, supplies, and vendor contracts; improve workflows and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.

• At least seven years of progressively responsible experience supporting senior executives or boards, including administrative support, project coordination, and event planning; equivalent experience considered.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex calendars, Board and executive meetings, travel, and external engagements in support of the PCAOB Chairman, and members of the Chairman’s Office, including the Chief of Staff, Special Counsel, and Special Advisers priorities.

• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize information into concise executive briefings, correspondence, and presentations.

• Professionalism, diplomacy, and strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with Board members, PCAOB leadership and staff, SEC staff, and other external stakeholders.

• Sound judgment, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information and sensitive matters in the Chairman’s Office, consistent with the PCAOB’s mission and values.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate needs, manage competing priorities independently, coordinate across offices, and ensure accurate, timely follow-through as demands change.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint to prepare executive materials, coordinate work, and track commitments.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All PCAOB employees are entitled to equal opportunity and a professional work environment, free of discrimination and harassment. A workplace free of discrimination and harassment is fundamental to professional success and to the PCAOB's mission. The PCAOB will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.