Executive Director

The Organization:

Alcohol Justice prevents the proliferation of misuse of alcohol and other related drugs and reduces the harms associated with populations targeted by the alcohol industry through evidence-informed advocacy and community organizing. Since 1987 Alcohol Justice has been working to reduce the harm caused by alcohol through research and advocacy. Our projects and campaigns build and guide strong coalitions of concerned constituents to bring hope provide support and shine a bright light on evidence-based solutions to industry-driven substance misuse to reduce harm.

The Opportunity:

The Board of Directors is seeking a mission-driven visionary and operationally astute Executive Director to lead Alcohol Justice into its next era of impact. Reporting directly to the Board the Executive Director will serve as the agencys chief strategist ambassador and administrator charged with stewarding our mission advancing strategic goals and ensuring organizational excellence across all dimensions. The Executive Director will be responsible for the overall financial health and operational success of the organization including leading all staff and collaborating with the Board of Directors to determine operational strategies and ensure Alcohol Justices successful execution of its mission. This is a full-time onsite position based in San Rafael CA.

The Ideal Candidate:

A seasoned values-aligned executive who brings:

• A personable and engaging demeanor to serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization.
• Experience overseeing messaging media engagement and public campaigns to build credibility and visibility for the organizations policy positions.
• Background building and maintaining relationships with policy makers regulators and government agencies including representing the organization in hearings briefings and high-level meetings to build alliances with other advocacy groups coalitions and community organizations.
• An entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and cultivate revenue-generating opportunities build strategic partnerships and lead grant writing and proposal development efforts.
• Leadership experience in developing implementing and evaluating a strategic direction embodying Alcohol Justices mission and in addressing its position and services to its market.
• Ability to navigate the challenging environment facing a non-profit public benefit corporation that engages in advocacy and education against very powerful groups.
• Experience establishing and maintaining high level relationships with elected officials political and community leaders and individuals.
• Operational capabilities including program delivery office administration and project planning.
• Experience creating implementing monitoring and assessing organizational policies and procedures to ensure both operational efficiency and legal compliance.
• Budgeting and financial planning knowledge including active participation in fundraising grant proposals donor cultivation and major gift solicitation.
• Background in personnel management including recruiting hiring supervising and evaluating both employees and in some instances volunteers.

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university required. (Masters preferred)
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a graduate degree.
• Ten years of experience in an executive-level community-facing position.
• Ten years of nonprofit experience including experience in a multi-ethnic diverse environment.
• Demonstrated dedication to advocating for equitable opportunities and justice for communities.
• Proven ability to foster collaboration and unity in environments with individuals from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds and languages.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills as well as demonstrated skills in budget staff and program management; ability to effectively manage diverse programs and complex funding streams.
• Systems thinker who is goal-driven and a strong advocate for systems and policy change.
• Highly skilled in negotiations within the organization and with funding sources and outside partners.
• Capability to inspire trust motivation commitment and loyalty to purpose.
• Models and maintains high standards of integrity in professional and personal life.
• Must possess positive engaging and dynamic human relations skills with multi-lingual abilities in both English and Spanish.
• Capacity to develop a clear vision and plan for the future of the organization.
• Demonstrated history of active involvement in community and civic activities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related business software.
• Effective presentation written and verbal communication skills.
• Willing to work non-traditional hours and days to meet the needs of this position and the organization.
• Maintain a valid California drivers license reliable transportation adequate auto insurance as required by State law and insurability by agency carrier for those driving agency vehicles.

Compensation Information

The position offers a competitive annual salary between $140000 - $180000 plus an exceptional benefits package including medical dental vision life insurance PTO sick time and 401(k) with company match.

Application Process

• To be considered candidates must apply by 12:00 PM Friday April 3rd 2026.
• Anticipated hire date is tentatively scheduled for Monday July 6th 2026
• Apply online through Sierra HR Partners:
• For confidential inquiries contact Andres I. Magos Lead Recruiter at or at 559.388.8423

Alcohol Justice is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Experience:

Director