OpenAI is seeking to fill a critical 'head of preparedness' role with a salary exceeding $555,000 annually, plus equity, to manage the risks associated with advanced AI. CEO Sam Altman described the position as "stressful" and "critical" due to AI's rapid advancements, citing potential impacts on mental health and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. The role will focus on developing strategies to anticipate and mitigate severe harms from AI models, ensuring responsible development and deployment.