Job Description

Overview

Join to apply for the Chief Operating Officer, HSH & Chief Program Officer, HSH role at Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources .

This is an unclassified executive-level opportunity to join the Los Angeles County Department of Homeless Services and Housing (HSH) leadership team. The roles will serve as key advisors to the Director and play a critical role in shaping strategy, leading operations, and advancing equity-focused solutions across the County.

The Opportunity

The Los Angeles County Department of Homeless Services and Housing (HSH) is recruiting for two executive-level (unclassified) positions. These roles will serve as key advisors to the Director and will shape strategy, lead operations, and advance equity-focused solutions across the County.

Base pay range

$235,440.00/yr - $366,158.00/yr

Salary: $235,440 to $366,158 annually, plus excellent benefits

Responsibilities

Chief Operating Officer, HSH

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead core internal operations to ensure accountability, efficiency, and transparency across the department. This position's responsibilities include:
• Oversight of administrative, fiscal, HR, IT, facilities, procurement, and contracting functions
• Development of internal controls, performance management systems, and financial accountability tools
• Strategic allocation of resources across divisions to ensure operational excellence
• Implementation of systems and policies that increase transparency and support data-driven decision making

Chief Program Officer, HSH

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction and executive oversight of HSHs programmatic operations and service delivery. This position's responsibilities include:
• Leading design, delivery, and evaluation of all housing and homelessness programs
• Managing service portfolios including outreach, interim and permanent housing, clinical and supportive services, enriched care, and benefits assistance
• Coordinating closely with health, justice, and social service systems to align and integrate care
• Championing equity-centered and evidence-based strategies to improve client outcomes

Key Responsibilities for Both Positions

• Serve as Acting Director in the Directors absence, with full authority over operations or programs
• Represent HSH before the Board of Supervisors, elected officials, advocacy organizations, media, and community partners
• Implement performance management systems to improve outcomes and ensure accountability
• Provide leadership and coaching to division heads and senior managers
• Help drive organizational transformation to better serve people experiencing homelessness

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Work, Urban Planning, Public Policy, or a related field
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible executive experience managing major divisions or programs in housing, homelessness, or human services
• Proven ability to lead organizational transformation, manage diverse funding sources, and deliver measurable outcomes.
• A valid California Class C drivers license or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed.
• Advanced degree in Public Administration, Social Work, Urban Planning, Public Policy, or related field
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale housing or homelessness initiatives in diverse urban or countywide systems
• Expertise in fiscal and contracts management, resource alignment, and compliance
• Experience working with elected officials, community partners, and advocacy organizations
• Strong public presence and ability to represent HSH in high-profile forums
• Deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive service delivery
• Defined benefit retirement plan
• 14.5% monthly MegaFlex contribution for benefits
• 401(k) and 457 plans with potential County match
• 13 paid holidays, annual leave, and non-elective days

How to Apply

This is an unclassified position. Interested individuals submit your letter of interest and resume online:

The County of Los Angeles is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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