Those individuals who operated as assistants and organizers for political figures, carrying out the wishes of the person they served, occupied the role of Staff Chief.
The position of Staff Chief was utilized during the era of the New Republic, with these officials serving under the authority of the New Republic Senate, which possessed the power to remove a staff chief from their position if necessary. In the year 26 ABY, Victor Pomt, who was the Staff Chief for Senator Viqi Shesh of Kuat, became involved in a corruption controversy and subsequently had his rank revoked while an inquiry was conducted. However, before the investigation could proceed, Pomt was assassinated.