Job Descrip�on
Posi�on: Execu�ve Director
Department: Execu�ve
Reports To: Board of Directors

The Execu�ve Director of the LGBTQ Center Long Beach provides vision, leadership, mo�va�on,
inspira�on, and direc�on to the organiza�on's staff and volunteers. The Execu�ve Director is responsible
for ensuring the efficient and successful opera�on of the Center including execu�on of Board of
Directors' strategic vision, the fulfillment of contractual obliga�ons, and the prac�ce of sound fiscal
management. This posi�on is responsible for proposing policy direc�on and furthering the strategic
direc�on, goals and mission of the Center.

The Execu�ve Director will advise and make recommenda�ons to the Board of Directors with respect to
Center programs and policies and facilitate the implementa�on of Center programs and projects. The
Execu�ve Director is the Center's senior representa�ve and must exhibit excellent communica�on and
highly developed interpersonal skills. The successful candidate for this posi�on will be a self-mo�vated,
visionary leader desirous of crea�ng services, opportuni�es, and community for the LGBTQ people of the
greater Long Beach and surrounding areas. The Execu�ve Director makes independent opera�ng
decisions and develops procedures within policy guidelines set by the Board.

Organiza�on

One in Long Beach, Inc., DBA The LGBTQ Center Long Beach, has been an incorporated 501(c)(3)
charitable organiza�on since 1980.

The Center Long Beach serves over 25,000 people a year and offers an array of programs and services.
These include support groups youth services, legal assistance, employment referrals, mental health
referrals, cultural and social ac�vi�es, and HIV preven�on/tes�ng, STI tes�ng and support.

The agency's projected budget for 2024 is in excess of $3,500,000 and comes from government,
founda�ons, corpora�ons, and individuals.

Primary Du�es and Responsibili�es

Management

• Work in close partnership with the Board of Directors to develop and execute the Board's

• Supervise Center staff and ensure compliance with Center policies and procedures.
• Create an equitable, inclusive, and diverse environment and ensure staff exhibits these values in

program execu�on.

The LGBTQ Center Long Beach | 2017 E. Fourth Street, Long Beach, CA 90814 | Phone 562.434.4455

• Plan, supervise, develop, and coordinate the ac�vi�es of management staff to meet the Center’s

• Develop and execute an annual fund development plan.
• Provide for necessary management development, succession, and con�ngency planning of all

basis to protect the assets of the organiza�on (i.e.: proper property insurance, property
director’s insurance, proper copy righ�ng of materials etc.).

Communica�ons and Public Rela�ons

• Effec�vely communicate the Center's vision, organiza�onal mission and needs to the

• Represent the Center at all events where the Center is a partner, or the Center is the recipient of

• Con�nually raise the profile of the Center in the community through Center signage, adver�sing,

Fund Development

• Work in partnership with the Board of Directors to provide strategic vision and develop workable

• Oversee the planning, execu�on, and review of all fundraising efforts including all campaigns,

• Ac�vely iden�fy, solicit, and cul�vate rela�onships with major donors and corporate and

• Ensure that proper procedures are in place and followed in order to recognize and acknowledge

• Ensure that overall funding goals and budget are in line with the mission of the Center and meet

• With the Director of Development, if applicable, and the chief opera�ng officer, develop an

The LGBTQ Center Long Beach | 2017 E. Fourth Street, Long Beach, CA 90814 | Phone 562.434.4455

Qualifica�ons and Experience

Management

• A proven record of successful organiza�onal management, preferably in a non-profit

• Ability to act independently without direc�on or guidance as required.
• Experience developing and implemen�ng short- and long-term strategic planning.
• Ability to evaluate program effec�veness, fund development goals and financial procedures and

in equity, inclusion and diversity in the workplace.

Communica�ons and Public Rela�ons

• Excellent writen, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effec�vely convey the Center's mission, objec�ves, and needs to a broad audience.

Fund Development

• A demonstrated record of financial resource development including, but not limited to,

Educa�on, Training and Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years senior management experience, preferably in a non-profit environment;

Compensa�on

• Salary Range between $135,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on experience.
• Other benefits include (medical, vision, dental, vaca�on, holidays, 401K)
• Op�onal benefits include (cri�cal life/illness and legal insurance)

The LGBTQ Center Long Beach is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color and persons
with disabili�es are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your resume and leter of interest (including specific job accomplishments and references)
to: board@centerlb.org

The LGBTQ Center Long Beach | 2017 E. Fourth Street, Long Beach, CA 90814 | Phone 562.434.4455

ONE IN LONG BEACH, INC
dba THE LGBTQ CENTER LONG BEACH

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

The LGBTQ Center Long Beach (The Center) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
discriminate, exclude, or otherwise deny employment and/or advancement opportunities to any
qualified candidate based on age, ancestry, color, disability/handicap, gender, gender identity/
expression, national origin, place of birth, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and/or any other
characteristic(s) protected under local, state, or federals laws in any of its employment practices
and activities. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to any of these
characteristics.

INSTRUCTIONS:
Please complete all fields. Incomplete information could disqualify you from consideration.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and this application to the Board of Directors at
board@centerlb.org.

PART I: CANDIDATE’S INFORMATION
Name: Date:

Pronouns (Optional):

Address:

City: State: Zip code:

Phone: Email:

PART II: PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT WITH THE CENTER
Have you ever been employed by The Center? Yes No
DATE(S): FROM: TO:
WHAT WAS YOUR ROLE?
WHO WAS YOUR STAFF SUPERVISOR?

PART III: PREVIOUS VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE WITH THE CENTER
Have you ever volunteered at The Center? Yes No
DATE(S): One time FROM: TO:

WHAT WAS YOUR ROLE?
WHO WAS YOUR STAFF SUPERVISOR?

PART IV: SERVICES FROM THE CENTER
Have you ever received any services at/from The Center? Yes No
DATE(S): One time FROM: TO:

PART V: AVAILABILITY
For which position are you applying?

What type of work are you seeking? Full time Part-time Temporary
On what date can you start?

Please use the spaces below to write which days and hours you are available for work.
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If needed, can you work overtime? Yes No

PART VI: EDUCATION
Please circle the highest grade completed: 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Institution’s Name City/State Years Graduation
Completed Date Diploma/Degree

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PART VII: JOB RELATED SKILLS
Language skills: Are you fluent (speak, write, read) in any other language other
than English? If so, please describe below. Yes No

Please list any other skills, licenses, or certificates that may be job related or that you feel would
be of value to this job and The Center.

Have you read the job description? Yes No
Do you understand the requirements of the job? Yes No

PART VIII: EMPLOYMENT HISTORY I am still working for this employer May we contact employer? Yes No
Employer’s Name

City/State Phone

Position/Job Title Supervisor’s Name

Dates of Employment From: To:

Duties/Responsibilities

Reason for leaving

The LGBTQ Center Long Beach

Employer’s Name

City/State Phone

Position/Job Title Supervisor’s Name

Dates of Employment From: To:

Duties/Responsibilities

Reason for leaving

Employer’s Name

City/State Phone

Position/Job Title Supervisor’s Name

Dates of Employment From: To:

Duties/Responsibilities

Reason for leaving

The LGBTQ Center Long Beach

PART IX: PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration
for employment establishes any obligation for The Center to hire me. If I am hired, I understand
that either The Center or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or
without prior notice. I understand that no representative of The Center has the authority to make
any assurance to the contrary.

I attest with my signature below that I have given The Center true and complete information on
this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize The Center to contact
references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is
untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for
denial of employment or immediate dismissal.

Signature Date

The LGBTQ Center Long Beach