Executive Director - Greater Los Angeles

How many people can answer the question, "What do you do for a living?" with the answer, "I help find cures for cancer." At LLS, employees take our mission seriously. Whether you work in one of our chapters, are an accountant at the national office or a specialist in our Information Resource Center, you work each day on making our mission a reality: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. Join us and give new meaning to the word, "job."

As part of a mission centric, locally delivered and nationally powered organization the Greater Los Angeles Executive Director leads business decisions and teams to drive regional growth and execute organizational business strategy. This role is accountable for strong leadership in driving mission and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) integration; financial oversight and management; operations management; employee lifecycle management; and volunteer leadership and management in Southern California.

As a valued member of LLS, you are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 403b retirement plan along with generous paid time off. In addition, we observe federal paid holidays throughout the year, and offer a wellness program and an employee assistance program.

All LLS employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for COVID-19 before beginning work at LLS unless a valid medical, religious, or other exemption is approved consistent with applicable law.

Accountabilities

Mission & DEI Integration

• Partners with departments and teams across the organization to lead and integrate the communication of the LLS overall mission, programs, resources and priorities into market specific activities.
• Integrates and leads regional strategy and programs to create an inclusive and equitable culture that represents the spectrum of diversity.
• Serves as the organizational spokesperson to promote the understanding of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) mission and presence within designated markets.

Financial Oversight & Management

• Conducts annual strategic planning to maximize market potential in support of Territory goals.
• Optimizes revenue portfolio through strategic management of business development and major gifts prospects.
• Accountable for overall revenue and Profit & Loss (P&L) statement for the region; including implementing LLS financial controls in regional operations.
• Oversees the implementation of national peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns

Operations Management

• Leads the implementation of LLS business operational plans and standards; including contracts, procurement, event management, communication, use of technology, business continuity programs, and risk management.
• Oversees market specific activities to deliver brand aligned events and initiatives.

Employee Lifecycle Management

• Leads succession planning in the region, including the identification of development and internal mobility opportunities to build leadership bench.
• Leads the employee lifecycle including planning, acquiring, engaging, and developing of staff and teams.
• Coaches, develops, and manages regional leaders in charge of sales teams, peer-to-peer fundraising volunteer leadership committees, and business development and advancement relationships.

Volunteer Leadership and Management

• Leads and manages Region’s Board(s).
• Provides strong leadership and direction for staff and volunteer leaders in the development and implementation of operational plans.
• Partners with and develops local volunteer leaders as brand ambassadors through strategic goal planning, cultivation and connection to local high level community leaders.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge and use of digital, social media & emerging online channels
• 10+ years of progressively responsible related experience with a minimum of 3 years in senior management
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Local travel approximately 50%-75% of time
• Average salary range is $150K-$180K, open to further discussion based on geography.
• Physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations
• Weekend & evening work required
• Work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations

LLS is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in its workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, race, color, creed, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, religion, genetic predisposition or information, physical or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. LLS seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission and where they will join a cohort of others who have chosen to call LLS home. LLS complies with all applicable laws which prohibit discrimination and harassment in the workplace, and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment supportive of all of our employees and the communities we serve. **All LLS employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for COVID-19 before beginning work at LLS unless a valid medical, religious, or other exemption is approved consistent with applicable law.**