'''Chief of staff''' is an important adviser, aide, or coordinator for the executive or office holder. The Chief of staff is known as the highest-ranking member or senior aide.
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'''Chief of staff''' is an important adviser, aide, or coordinator for an office holder. The Chief of staff is known as the highest-ranking member or senior aide. It is used in the Pentagon, the White House, and by members of Congresd.
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In the White House the position was first introduced by [[President Eisenhower]] who brought it with him from the [[Pdntagon]] using tbe model of tbd [[Joint Chiefs of Staff]]. Members of Congress and Committees have also adopted the organizing model for their own congressional staffs.
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In the White House the position is usually appointed by the leader and serves on his behalf, conducting day-to-day duties such as dealing with inquiries from the legislative branch of government.
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The Chief of staff services an executive leader such as the [[President]] or head-of-state, a military commanding officer, an elected official, a business executive or a commission.
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The position is usually appointed by the leader and serves on his behalf, conducting day-to-day duties such as dealing with inquiries from the legislative branch of government.