Director of Sierra Center

Children's Legacy Center•Redding, CA

1d•$95,000 - $105,000

About The Position

The Director of the Sierra Center is a seasoned, mission-driven leader responsible for implementing the overall strategic direction, operational excellence, and community integration of the Sierra Center's comprehensive service continuum - including emergency shelter, client intake services, transitional housing, crisis hotline, and legal services. This senior-level role requires a dynamic leader who can translate organizational vision into measurable program outcomes while cultivating the external relationships and funding streams necessary for long-term sustainability. The Director serves as a key organizational ambassador, working in close partnership with the Chief Program Officer, executive leadership, and the Board of Directors to advance the Sierra Center's mission and ensure the highest quality of care for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, and human trafficking.

Requirements

Demonstrated leadership presence with the ability to steward and support staff, engage boards, and represent the organization credibly in public and professional settings
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong fiscal literacy and experience managing working with multi-source program budgets
Strategic thinker with the ability to engage in long-term vision casting while managing near-term operational demands
Deep knowledge of trauma-informed, survivor-centered service models and best practices in the fields of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, and/or human trafficking
Skilled relationship-builder and networker with a genuine commitment to community collaboration
Ability to bring sustainable innovation and problem solving to areas of need
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfort with data-driven decision-making
High emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity
Bachelor’s degree in Social work, Psychology, Public Health, Nonprofit Management, or a related field required
Minimum of 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in human services, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership or program director role
Demonstrated experience with board engagement, fundraising, budget oversight, and strategic planning
Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance
Must be able to pass a livescan and background clearance

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Social work, Psychology, Public Health, Nonprofit Management, or a related field strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Partner with executive leadership to develop, implement, and continuously refine a multi-year strategic plan for the Sierra Center and its affiliated programs, ensuring alignment with organizational mission and goals.
Identify emerging trends, service gaps, and opportunities in survivor services to inform program innovation, growth, and long-term sustainability.
Establish, track, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) across all programs; use data to drive decision-making and report outcomes to internal and external stakeholders.
Prepare and present comprehensive program reports, outcome data, and strategic updates to the Board of Directors; participate in relevant board committee work.
Collaborate closely with the Development team to support fundraising strategies, including identifying, cultivating, and stewarding grants, donors, and strategic partnerships.
Maintain a strong working knowledge of local, state, and federal funding streams for trauma-informed, survivor-centered services.
Participate in fundraising events and initiatives that enhance the Sierra Center’s visibility and financial sustainability.
Develop, manage, and monitor the annual program budget in coordination with the Chief Program Officer and Finance team.
Oversee day-to-day operations of all Sierra Center programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, accreditation standards, grant requirements, internal policies, and appropriate staffing levels.
Develop, implement, and regularly evaluate policies and procedures that promote client safety, trauma-informed practice, and staff well-being.
Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of all program records, including client files, statistical data, grant reports, and documentation required for audits, fidelity reviews, and board reporting.
Provide direct supervision, coaching, and performance evaluations for assigned program staff; recruit, onboard, and retain a high-performing, mission-aligned team.
Oversee the management and engagement of program volunteers.
Partner with executive leadership to design and implement professional development opportunities that build staff capacity in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, de-escalation, and best practices.
Lead regular staff meetings and foster a team culture grounded in psychological safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Serve as a primary organizational representative and relationship-builder with community partners, including law enforcement, healthcare providers, legal systems, schools, faith communities, and other service providers.
Represent the Sierra Center on relevant coalitions, task forces, and advisory bodies at the local, regional, and state levels.
Design and lead outreach and community education initiatives that raise awareness of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, and human trafficking, positioning the Sierra Center as a trusted community resource.
Serve as a subject matter expert and thought leader both internally and within the broader regional landscape.