Organizing, Staffing and Operating the Governor’s Office

Abstract

Before inauguration, the governor-elect must assemble a staff to help lead and manage his or her administration. Staff also will be responsible for providing personal support for the governor and managing a number of operating functions internal to governors’ offices. Although most governors face political and budgetary constraints on the size of their offices, generally they have significant latitude in establishing the office structure and operating procedures as well as selecting individuals who will staff the office.