Based in Pasadena, Union Station is the leading agency serving individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness, exiting homelessness or on the brink of homelessness across Northeast Los Angeles and the San Gabriel Valley (SPA 3). The four pillars of our work —outreach and intake, interim housing, permanent housing, and community integration – encompass a broad spectrum of services that provide those we serve with the targeted and comprehensive care they need. Union Station utilizes a Housing First approach in all we do and incorporates harm reduction and trauma-informed care, among other evidence-based practices, across all programs. We have grown to be one of the pre-eminent homeless services agencies in the San Gabriel Valley and Los Angeles County with an operating budget of $38 million and 300 staff members working to permanently house individuals and families.

For additional information, please visit https://unionstationhs.org/.

THE POSITION

Union Station is seeking a visionary, strategic, impact-oriented, and mission-driven leader as its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The CEO provides strategic direction and overall leadership by articulating vision, strengthening culture, setting goals, and empowering the executive management team, while working collaboratively with the Board of Directors. The CEO is responsible for overseeing financial management, fundraising, fostering a positive work environment, building partnerships, and advocating for the needs of the people served by Union Station.

QUALIFICATIONS

History of excellence in senior leadership positions, ideally in complex nonprofit human service organizations

Demonstrated success in fundraising, program development, and board relations.

Experience in deploying financial resources wisely and managing fiscal responsibilities of a complex organization with a large asset base.

Proven ability to manage organizational growth and infrastructure to increase impact.

Strong understanding and belief in Union Station’s mission – housing first, harm reductio, and trauma-informed care.

Servant leader to all, recognizing the humanity and struggles of those without stable shelter.

Inspire a culture of inclusivity and generosity, promoting equity and compassion.

Knowledgeable about homelessness issues in Los Angeles County and committed to best practices.

An advanced degree in social work, human services management, public administration, nonprofit management, business administration, or a related field is preferred. However, a demonstrated successful history serving in a senior leadership position of a similar organization will be considered of equivalent value to a degree.