Mission Empowering individuals to achieve dignity and economic independence through sustainable employment. Vision Thriving communities with hope and economic opportunity for all. Since 1931, JVS SoCal has empowered individuals with the skills, training, resources, and compassionate support they need to secure a better life. Founded in the midst of the Great Depression, JVS SoCal began with a single desk in a Bunker Hill office in downtown Los Angeles, serving job seekers who were struggling to survive amid overt workplace discrimination. Nine decades later, the agency is a recognized regional leader in the field of workforce development, offering a broad range of innovative programs to tens of thousands of individuals each year and advocating on issues of public policy that impact the people JVS SoCal serves. Today, more than 240 skilled and dedicated JVS SoCal staff members deliver services from over 20 sites throughout Los Angeles County and surrounding areas, assisting tens of thousands of clients each year through career training, veteran services, immigrants and refugees, scholarships, job centers, women empowerment, and disability services. Though the immediate goal of JVS SoCal is to assist people to move from unemployment or chronic underemployment to a living wage, the long-term effect is that they are able to contribute to their communities, helping to stimulate and grow the local economy. To learn more about JVS SoCal, please visit https://www.jvs-socal.org. The Opportunity JVS SoCal seeks a visionary, forward-thinking leader with an entrepreneurial spirit for their next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO provides leadership and direction in fulfilling and advancing JVS SoCal’s mission. The CEO is responsible for leading the organization in the achievement of its operational and strategic goals, including the success of the organization’s donor development, fiscal management, program operations, board relations, talent management, government relations, and administration. The CEO will oversee a complex organization with a $28 million annual budget, 80% of which currently originates from government funding. As JVS SoCal has achieved many parts of its strategic plan, and achieved its goals of becoming a stronger, financially sustainable organization, the new CEO will partner with the Board to chart the course for leading all future growth. Also, the CEO needs to identify opportunities for JVS to lessen its dependence on government contracts, expand philanthropy, and grow non-governmental businesses (e.g., social enterprises and commercial relationships). Major responsibilities include but are not limited to: Setting Organizational Vision, Strategy, Direction, and Structure Works with the Board and Executive Committee to update, develop, and implement the organization’s mission and vision Defines the strategic direction based on changes in the market, leveraging available internal and external resources Manages the agency’s overall operations while providing leadership and strategy to drive favorable client outcomes and revenue surplus Government Programs Meets weekly with Vice Presidents of Programs to review contract compliance, staffing, outcomes, and opportunities Philanthropy Works with the Board and development staff to increase public and private partnerships by building long-term relationships with the Board of Directors, local government leaders, and key donors based on the agency’s strategic initiatives Solicits gifts from major donors Actively participates in and attends all Board Development Committee meetings Meets with new and promising prospective donors to build the donor base Fiscal Management Oversees the development of budgets, and identifies and implements cost-effective ways to deliver state-of-the-art programs Oversees the preparation and management of the annual budget, including expense management Monitors appropriate financial compliance, reporting, and auditing activities to ensure the financial integrity and viability of JVS SoCal Identifies ways to reduce expenses and increase revenues that are consistent with the organization’s mission Reviews monthly financial statements and ensures the Board is regularly informed on the financial status of JVS SoCal Operations/Administration Oversees the administrative aspects of the organization to ensure operational legal and regulatory compliance In partnership with the Chief Administrative Officer, reviews and addresses all matters related to operations, including Information Technology, Human Resources, and union negotiations Oversees labor relations, including regular communication with union leadership; conflict resolution with union members; and negotiation of benefits, wages, and other union members’ rights Identifies, develops, and executes organizational goals Ensures the availability of information technology resources Fosters an effective, diverse, and inclusive work environment for JVS SoCal’s employees Marketing and Communications Promotes understanding of JVS SoCal’s mission internally and externally Works closely with MarCom leadership to clearly (1) define and set the strategy for the agency’s brand, communications, and targeted marketing for growth, and (2) develop and expand the agency’s community and market footprint, including updating the website, user experience, greater use of social media, and targeting different demographic groups (e.g., age, ethnicity, etc.) Interfaces with other community organizations, partners, key constituent groups, government agencies, and political leaders through direct contact, and through local and state-provider associations for the purpose of enhancing the agency’s overall image in the community Attend the organization’s programs such as Strictly Business and WLN Woman to Woman Conferences Board Relations Meets weekly with the Board Chair to discuss upcoming decisions and the following topics: Financial and legal matters Major contract negotiations Donations Operations Board committee activities Implementation of new sources of revenue Strategic planning Board engagement Governance Agency culture Assists in the recruitment of new board members and their orientation Meets annually with the Board Chair and Chair of the Governance Committee to review and determine whether updates are needed to the agency’s By-laws Works with the Executive Committee and Board to ensure that Board Committees are well organized, staffed, and strategically focused Participates in monthly Executive Committee and quarterly Board meetings to inform on management’s activities, including relevant finance, staffing, funding, program successes, and other key priorities Oversees the preparation and distribution of Board and Executive Committee materials Government Relations Works with the VP of Government Relations to promote the organization’s visibility through participation and membership in community forums, civic organizations, and activities that align with the organization’s mission and vision Senior Leadership Team Leads a senior leadership team that includes a Chief Financial Officer, Chief Administrative Officer, Chief Strategic Officer, Sr. VP Philanthropy, VP Human Resources, VP Government Relations, VP Programs, VP GAIN and Refugee Services and Director of Project Management, Director of Philanthropy Planned Giving, and Director of Philanthropy Donor Groups Keeps teams motivated to exceed program expectations and budget projections Desired cHARACTERISTICS The successful candidate will possess the following characteristics: An innovative, global-thinking leader with exceptional interpersonal skills, and a genuine and compelling enthusiasm for JVS SoCal’s mission A high degree of professionalism and integrity An ability to inspire and motivate others with energy, creativity, and charisma Effective written and oral communication skills A highly responsive, motivated, resourceful, and results-oriented leader with the ability to (1) think strategically, (2) generate new ideas, (3) prioritize and implement tasks, and (4) set goals and objectives A hands-on team player and collaborative relationship-builder A demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity and recognition of the diverse nature of JVS SoCal’s community. An ability to relate and connect with diverse audiences internally and externally An authentic, trustworthy, and transparent leader who values consensus building but can also be a contrarian, challenging others to be their best and identify newer, more effective ways of managing the business A demonstrated personal passion for social justice An ability to speak credibly and persuasively about the organization’s future vision CAREER TRACK LEADING TO THIS POSITION The ideal candidate will have the following experience: A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible executive experience, including a proven record of success managing a large staff and external constituencies as well as scaling an organization Experience managing day-to-day operations, leading a senior team, and developing and managing budgets Successful experience with individual, corporate, government and foundation fundraising Exceptional financial, organizational, administrative, and verbal and written communication skills are essential and expected Strong business acumen that will enable the candidate to make strategic and effective decisions regarding the organization’s future growth Candidates from the for-profit sector are encouraged to apply Education A bachelor's degree is required; an advanced degree is preferred. COMPENSATION Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Relocation assistance, if needed, is negotiable. A comprehensive benefits package will be provided. TO APPLY Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume and compelling letter of interest via Morris & Berger’s website. Please direct inquires and nominations in confidence to: Karin Stellar, Partner kstellar@morrisberger.com Morris & Berger Telephone (818) 507-1234 Electronic submission is required. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consetetur sadipscing elitr, sed diam nonumy eirmod tempor invidunt ut labore et dolore magna aliquyam erat, sed diam voluptua. At vero eos et accusam et justo duo dolores et ea rebum. Stet clita kasd gubergren, no sea takimata sanctus est Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consetetur sadipscing elitr, sed diam nonumy eirmod tempor invidunt ut labore et dolore magna aliquyam erat, sed diam voluptua. At vero eos et accusam et justo duo dolores et ea rebum. 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