The developer of ChatGPT, OpenAI, recently put up a job posting, offering an annual salary of $555,000 along with equity incentives to attract a 'Head of Preparedness'. This role, situated within the safety systems team, is charged with evaluating and mitigating potential systemic risks associated with AI in domains like mental health, cybersecurity, and biosecurity. These risks encompass issues such as job displacement, the spread of misinformation, and the malicious use of AI technology. OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, characterized this position as crucial to the company's mission, with the responsibility of 'aiding the world in navigating the potential adverse effects of AI.' However, he also acknowledged that the job comes with enormous challenges, as the individual in this role will be required to immediately tackle intricate risk - related problems. The relatively short tenures of several previous executives who held this position serve as an indirect indication of the numerous obstacles the role entails, including technological uncertainties, public opinion pressures, and governance complexities.