Chief Program Officer

About the Organization Los Angeles Mission exists to provide help, hope and opportunity to men, women, and children in need. We offer services to those in love, by offering hope, mercy, and compassion. Our organization exhibits strong Christian discipleship, equipping, and training, and we help people overcome addictions through prayer, medical treatment, and deep, abiding, healthy relationships. We are at work in the community assisting people in overcoming homelessness with personal healing, educational assistance, housing, and employment. Job Details Job Title: Chief Program Officer Department: Executive Office Reports To: Chief Executive Officer FLSA Status: Regular, Full Time, Exempt Pay Transparency: $175,000 - $205,000 Location: Los Angeles, CA Summary The Chief Program Officer (CPO) position requires the ability to work in a strong Christian environment and demonstrate Christian commitment, attitude, and standard of conduct in all job duties and responsibilities. The CPO serves as a senior executive leader providing strategic oversight to Ministry and Program departments of Los Angeles Mission (LAM). This role involves overseeing a growing team of over 20 employees and is responsible for the development and cultivation of program leadership and staff. The CPO manages all governmental contracts, maintains relationships with key leaders and supporters, and represents the organization to the public and other constituents to ensure programs thrive in support of LAM participants. Strategic Focus Break the cycle of homelessness and poverty for people who come to LAM for help. Stabilize people in a safe and spiritual environment. Connect people to solutions and support along their journey. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Leadership and Management Provide strategic leadership and oversight to all program teams and departments. Establish and communicate a vision for programs, cultivating staff to uphold that vision. Design, implement, and monitor program performance standards. Develop policies and operational standards, creating training opportunities for professional growth. Analyze and assess program results based on data to course‑correct when necessary. Financial and Compliance Oversee program funding and stewardship strategies in collaboration with the Leadership. Coordinate with the Development and Community Engagement Department on public and private grant applications and potential funding opportunities. Collaborate with the President, CEO, Chief Operations and Administration Officer and Accounting Department to develop program‑specific and annual department budgets. Partner with Operations, Safety, and Compliance to ensure all sites meet code and regulatory requirements. Position Requirements Qualifications Education and/or Experience A bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Services or a related field from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a functionally equivalent institution of higher education. Advanced degree preferred. Minimum of 5 years of high‑level leadership success in developing social service programs, including contract administration, fiscal management, and strategic planning for a comparable‑size organization. Minimum of five (5) years of Senior Leadership experience in recovery programs and social services emphasizing homeless services and/or training. And/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Skills Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to mentor direct reports. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. High attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Ability to design training programs and represent the organization publicly at various events. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite or related software. Spanish speaking preferred. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Los Angeles Mission Inc