Executive Director
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USD 250000 - 275000
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Job Description
Executive Director
Los Angeles Firemens Relief Association
Los Angeles California
About LAFRA
Position Summary
The Executive Director (ED) is the chief administrative leader of LAFRA responsible for strategic leadership financial stewardship operational oversight and cultivating a highperforming missionaligned team. Reporting to the Board of Trustees the ED will guide the organization through a period of operational refinement and cultural alignment while ensuring exceptional delivery of services to members and their families.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Organizational Culture
- Develop and implement a clear strategic vision for LAFRAs future balancing tradition with innovation.
- Serve as a bridge between staff and the Board advocating for fairness transparency and collaboration.
- Foster a positive inclusive work culture with accountability equity and respect at the center.
- Mentor empower and coach department leaders while maintaining open lines of communication across all levels.
Operations & Financial Management
- Oversee daytoday operations ensuring efficiency policy compliance and effective delegation.
- Ensure fiscal responsibility and financial stability in collaboration with the ControllerTreasurer and Investment Committee.
- Lead budgeting forecasting and reporting and be engaged in investment and endowment strategies.
- Evaluate operational performance and implement process improvements to support sustainable growth.
Program Oversight
- Oversee administration of LAFRAs medical plan relief benefits and scholarships ensuring member satisfaction.
- Ensure program delivery aligns with LAFRAs mission and remains legally and ethically compliant.
- Monitor member needs and adjust services accordingly.
People & HR Leadership
- Lead a staffcentered culture that values respect and professional development.
- Address staff needs with fairness consistency and a commitment to team morale.
- Establish clear HR practices that promote accountability performance and transparency.
Governance & Board Relations
- Partner with the Board to advance the organizations mission and strategic goals.
- Clearly define roles between Board governance and operational .
- Proactively address communication gaps between Trustees and staff.
Priority Qualifications
- Staff supervision team leadership and organizational management.
- Proven nonprofit or public service leadership experience.
- Transparent highintegrity missionfocused leadership.
- Strong financial knowledge including investment budgeting and planning.
- Experience in healthcare benefits or pension program administration.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and organizational policy management.
Additional desirable qualities include:
- Strong interpersonal communication and diplomacy skills.
- Ability to balance operational with bigpicture strategic thinking.
- Demonstrated skill in navigating complex Board and stakeholder relationships.
- A calm composed leadership presence with emotional intelligence and maturity.
Key Challenges for the Incoming Executive Director
- Leading strategic planning and visioning for the next chapter of LAFRA.
- Recruiting and retaining top talent and boosting internal morale.
- Enhancing operational efficiency across departments.
- Building alignment between the Board and staff while promoting staff advocacy.
- Supporting LAFRAs financial future through investment knowledge and sustainable practices.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary of $250000 $275000 based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health retirement and paid leave.
- A missiondriven and supportive working environment.
Application Process
Submit a cover letter and resume to John Gravley The Moran Company. The resume should be chronological and include all professional education and experience dates of employment (month and year) position/title and organization names.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
