Executive Director

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Executive Director—Long Beach Campus

Long Beach, CA | Full-Time | Exempt $100,000 - $120,000

Lead with heart, serve with purpose. Join to empower homeless and at-risk veterans rebuild their lives.

Are you a seasoned mission-driven leader committed to ensuring that every veteran and their family has access to safe housing and quality support services? Do you thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments, where your ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and develop strong community partnerships can make a meaningful impact?

— the nation’s largest nonprofit dedicated to preventing and ending veteran homelessness — is seeking a dynamic Executive Director to lead our inaugural site and champion our mission on the ground.

About

At , we believe all veterans deserve the opportunity to live with dignity and independence. Through housing, mental health services, case management, and workforce development, we help homeless and at-risk veterans rebuild their lives. Our staff is diverse, our mission is bold, and our commitment is unwavering.

The Opportunity

As Executive Director, you’ll oversee all site operations, programs, and services that support veterans and their families in transitioning from homelessness to permanent housing and self-sufficiency. Reporting directly to the National Director of Executive Leadership, you will lead a dedicated team of professionals in delivering a wide range of integrated services while building impactful community relationships and ensuring compliance with federal grants and funding requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity for a results-oriented leader with a strong background in program oversight, staff management, operational excellence and fundraising.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide visionary and day-to-day leadership for a multidisciplinary team serving veterans with complex needs.
• Ensure high-quality, trauma-informed services that promote housing stability, mental wellness, and economic independence.
• Manage site operations and fiscal performance, including oversight of a multi-million-dollar budget.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional development.
• Cultivate strong partnerships with the VA, local government, community organizations, landlords, and donors.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and grant requirements, including HMIS and federal audits.
• Champion fundraising and community engagement efforts in partnership with our national Development and Communications team.
• Lead and support staff in creating a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace aligned with ’ values.

The Ideal Candidate

You have demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex programs, ideally serving veterans, individuals experiencing homelessness, or populations with behavioral health needs. You are fiscally savvy, outcome-oriented, and a strong communicator who builds trust across diverse stakeholders.

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Qualifications

Qualifications

Note : The position will initially carry the title of Program Director during the required training and onboarding phase. Title will transition to Executive Director within 3–9 months.

Why Join VETS?

At , you’re not just taking a job—you’re joining a movement. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a mission-driven culture where your leadership will shape the future of veteran services in your community.

Ready to lead with heart, strategy, and purpose? Apply today and make a lasting difference in the lives of those who served.