Chief of Oval Office Operations

Salary: $145,000

At the threshold of the Oval Office stands the Director, who coordinates the President’s schedule, oversees major White House events—from speeches to state visits—and acts as a crucial connector among the President, staff, and key offices.

This pivotal role, compensating $145,000, acts as the President’s access point, evidencing its significance with a salary 40% higher than its predecessor’s. Perhaps the high-stress nature that has seen five individuals fill the position under the current administration reflects this.