Mayor Stephanie M. Burke announced her appointment of Jenn Dever Wood to the role of chief of staff and policy for the city of Medford.

Burke stated, “We are thrilled to have Jenn’s vast experience in previous executive positions and her strong leadership will add value to my administration and the city.”

Dever Wood served as assistant clerk magistrate for the Middlesex Clerk of Courts; chief of staff to former Cambridge Mayor Michael Sullivan; chief of staff in the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office; and legislative aide to the insurance committee of the House of Representatives.

“I’m more excited than I can express at being asked to take on this dual responsibility for Mayor Burke and the city of Medford. This is a thrilling time for Medford, and I believe that my skill set is a perfect fit for the roles the mayor has asked me to fill,” said Wood.

Wood will begin her tenure with the city on April 4.