Executive Director -California Peace Officers Association

About the position Serves as the Chief Executive Officer, providing leadership, vision, and oversight for operations, programs, and special projects of the association ensuring alignment with the mission, bylaws, laws and regulations, and the goals and objectives as established by the Board of Directors. View a complete job summary online Responsibilities • Provide overall leadership and direction to staff, contractors, and volunteers. • Develop and execute the annual operating budget and long -term financial plan. • Liaise with the Board of Directors; prepare agendas, reports, and recommendations. • Lead strategic planning processes and ensure execution of adopted goals. • Maintain compliance with California labor law, nonprofit regulations, and federal reporting. • Represent CPOA with stakeholders: members, partners, and policymakers. • Liaise with legislative advocate and coalition partners to share CPOA policy positions. • Supervise training, events, and sponsorship opportunities. • Supervise membership, marketing, communications, and component relations. • Process payroll, oversee accounting, and participate in marketing and social media. • Ensure proper administration of Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 100 operations. • Serve as CEO/ED for subsidiary and/or related organizations. Requirements • BA (MA a plus) in nonprofit management, business, public administration, or related field. • Minimum 3 -5 years of progressively responsible association leadership. • Demonstrated track record in board relations and governance. • CAE (Certified Association Executive) or equivalent such as IOM or RCE. Benefits • health, dental, life, and vision insurance with partial employee contribution • 401K retirement plan with employer match • paid vacation, sick leave, and 12 holidays per year • professional development allowance (certifications and conferences) • paid family leave and short -term disability per California law Apply tot his job

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