Associate Program Director - ESP

Job Description

Job Description

Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc. is one of the largest human services providers in California that operates a variety of programs to serve the poor and strives to find permanent solutions to crisis situations by offering clients the tools and resources needed to achieve greater self-reliance and stability in their lives.

The Associate Program Director will assist the ESP Director in the administration, management and quality assurance of all ESP programs and assists in development and procurement of new services and funding.

Primary responsibilities :

• Collaborate closely with the Program Director to support effective program oversight and continuity of services.
• Assume responsibility for overall program operations in the absence of the Program Director.
• Serve as a liaison with community partners, governmental agencies, and regional stakeholders to foster collaboration and compliance.
• Supervise program staff and ensure accurate maintenance of program records in accordance with established standards, policies, and best practices.
• Support the Program Director in program development and operations, including staff retention initiatives, grant applications, contract implementation, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and day-to-day program management.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local contracts, regulations, and funding requirements across assigned programs.
• Coordinate and facilitate staff training and professional development to promote competency, accountability, and service excellence.
• Lead Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives to enhance service delivery and ensure alignment with the Agency’s mission and strategic goals.
• Provide direct ESP services as needed to support program deliverables and ensure contractual outcomes are met.
• Assist with planning and execution of special events and fundraising activities.
• Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity to the diverse cultural, social, and socioeconomic backgrounds of the client population.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications :

The ideal candidate must possess organizational intelligence and be able to implement the systems necessary to achieve the goals of the program.