Program Director

Overview POSITION TITLE: Program Director REPORTS TO: Senior Director, Programs SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May take on future supervision responsibilities LOCATION: Los Angeles, California Grade/Class: Grade G, Exempt, PSA-Eligible ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913 to protect the Jewish people, ADL works to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and secure justice and fair treatment to all. In the face of rising antisemitism and extremism, we protect, advocate, and educate, through a mix of programs and services using the latest innovations and technology, andseekto create a world without hate. More at POSITION SUMMARY: The Program Director, implements ADL's education initiatives, enhances volunteer engagement, and fosters partnerships within the field division. This roleworks collaborativelywith team members to ensure the successful delivery of educational programs and resources, supports volunteer leaders, and contributes to the development of strategic partnerships. The Program Directorrequiresstrong communicationskills, a passion for community engagement, and a commitment to ADL's mission. Responsibilities PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Program Implementation: Assistin the deployment of ADL's educational programs and resources in schools, communities, and organizations. Support the implementation of K-12 programsandfacilitatedantisemitism programs. Deploy ADL programs and resources through partnership networks VolunteerLeadership andEngagement : Collaborate with theregionalteamsto activate and support volunteer leaders asactivists,advocates,and ambassadors for ADL’s mission. Supportleadership engagement within the division andregionsandfoster a positive and inclusive volunteer culture. Identifyand prioritize opportunities for leaders to contribute to the region/divisioninitiatives and goals. Support GLI and other volunteerengagementinitiatives. Partnership Support: Support efforts toidentifyand cultivatestrategic partnerships to enhance program reach and impact. Analyzethe divisional Jewish community landscapeand strategically deploy resourcesinsupportofinitiatives for Jewish community engagement and partnerships. Build andmaintainstrong relationships with Jewish community organizations, with a particular emphasis on Federations, foster collaboration, resource sharing, and community cohesion. Network with other advocacy leadership development program organizations andlead on developing partnership opportunities Program Evaluation and Improvement : Participate in evaluating program effectiveness andimpact. Work with colleagues toidentifyopportunities for continuous improvement. Team Collaboration: Collaborate with team members to ensure alignment with ADL’s mission and organizational objectives. Contribute to a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth. Support and consult on incidentresponseas needed. May take on future people-management responsibilities—including team leadership and direct supervision—as the function expands. Resource Management: Support the management of program resources to ensure cost-effective operations. Assistinidentifyingfunding opportunities to support program growth. Qualifications Skills: Solid, professional communication skills. Passion for community engagement. Commitment to ADL’s mission. Attributes: Committed to contributing to a culture where everyone thrives Collaborativeteam-player. Creative and innovative; takes initiative. Results-oriented – a problem solver (versus a problem identifier) Excels in dynamic environments that require adaptability Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Energized by ADL’s mission and work Work Experience: The ideal candidatehas several years of experience in education,programsand/or community engagement. Demonstrable leadership experience is a plus. Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experiencerequired. Work Environment: ADL is a hybrid environment; this role will require 3 days in the office. Compensation: This position has a salary range of$90,000 to $100,000. This salary range is reflective of a position based in (Los Angeles, California). Please note that actual salaries arecommensuratewith experience and reflect the budget for a given position, and since ADL has a location-based compensation structure, there may be a different range for candidates in other locations.For an overview of our total rewards package, please visit ADL aims to create a working environment where every employee can thrive professionally.Our mission-driven work is bestaccomplishedin an environment that supports belonging. ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of all races, religions, nationalities, genders, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply. ADL is an equalopportunityemployer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local laws. ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities areprovidedreasonable accommodations toparticipatein the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to requestan accommodationto support the interview process, please contact the People & Culture department at View email address on click.appcast.io. ADL willconsider foremployment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable State, Local, and Federal laws. The information in this job descriptionindicatesthe general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed tocontain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities,qualificationsandobjectivesrequired of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr