Chief Executive Officer Full-time NEW

The President & Chief Executive Officer of Jewish Family Service Agency (JFSA) will lead a highly respected, nonsectarian human services organization serving people of all backgrounds throughout Southern Nevada. Founded in 1977, JFSA has grown to now serve more than 25,000 individuals per year through programs addressing food insecurity, emergency assistance, behavioral health, senior services, care navigation, Holocaust survivor support, homelessness, adoption, breast cancer support, and other critical needs.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will provide strategic and operational
leadership for an organization with an approximately $8.5 million annual budget, while strengthening financial sustainability, organizational effectiveness, and community impact. The CEO will guide JFSA through its next chapter, ensuring programs remain responsive to the evolving needs of Southern Nevada and resources are used effectively.

Key priorities include developing a new strategic plan; evaluating and strengthening the service portfolio; diversifying revenue; and strengthening financial sustainability.

• The CEO will build on JFSA’s demonstrated strength in government grants and public-sector partnerships, expanding funding opportunities while maintaining strong relationships, grant compliance, and program outcomes.
• The CEO will also leverage deep community roots in Southern Nevada to cultivate and strengthen relationships with major donors, foundations, corporations, and community partners to expand philanthropic support and visibility.
• The CEO will foster a strong organizational culture, develop and retain talented staff, and strengthen accountability and performance. As JFSA’s chief ambassador, the CEO will partner with the Board to strengthen governance, deepen relationships across the Southern Nevada community, including the Jewish community, and position JFSA for continued growth and impact.

The Position
JFSA seeks a seasoned, collaborative CEO with a demonstrated record of relationship building, fundraising, financial leadership, and a deep commitment to human services. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will provide strategic and operational leadership for JFSA, supporting and developing a talented professional team while ensuring that the organization’s programs continue to respond effectively to the evolving needs of Southern Nevada.

The CEO will serve as JFSA’s chief ambassador, building and strengthening relationships with donors, government and foundation funders, community partners, and civic and Jewish leaders.

The CEO will also enhance JFSA’s visibility and position as a trusted resource for people of all backgrounds, strengthening the agency’s presence and impact throughout the Jewish and broader Southern Nevada communities.

Immediate Priorities:

• Facility Development: Lead planning and implementation of facility improvements that create a welcoming, functional, and effective environment for staff, clients, and community partners.
• Talent & Culture: Engage staff, build trust, strengthen the leadership team, and ensure the organizational structure and culture support JFSA’s mission and future growth. Review and streamline hiring and onboarding processes to acquire and maintain exceptional staff.

• Donor, Funder & Community Relationships: Strengthen relationships with major donors, foundations, corporations, government funders, and community partners. Expand JFSA’s visibility and impact across Southern Nevada.
• Board Governance & Leadership Development: Partner with the Board Chair and Board to strengthen governance, clarify roles, and align leadership around strategic priorities. Recruit and engage new lay leaders to serve on committees, creating a pipeline of future Board members and community leaders.
• Revenue Diversification: Strengthen and diversify revenue across government grants, philanthropy, foundations, corporate partnerships, and other sustainable sources. Identify new funding opportunities and anticipate changes in funding.
• Community Leadership: Serve as a visible ambassador for JFSA, building strong relationships across the Southern Nevada community, including the Jewish community, and positioning JFSA as a leading human-services organization.
• Strategic Direction & Programs: Lead the development and implementation of a new strategic plan that establishes a clear vision and priorities for JFSA’s future. Assess programs based on community need, impact, financial sustainability, and organizational capacity.

Role Overview

Strategic Leadership & Governance — 25%

• Strategic Leadership: Lead implementation of JFSA’s strategic plan, monitor progress, and adjust priorities to meet evolving community needs.
• Culture & Talent: Foster a collaborative, transparent culture that attracts, develops, and retains strong staff and leadership.
• Community Leadership & Partnerships: Serve as a visible leader in the Southern Nevada community, including the Jewish community, building partnerships that expand JFSA’s reach and impact.
• Financial Stewardship: Ensure sound financial planning, budgeting, and oversight while balancing sustainability with the needs of JFSA’s programs and clients.
• Board Partnership & Sustainability: Work closely with the Board on governance, innovation, and strategic, financial, and operational planning to ensure JFSA’s long-term strength and sustainability.

Program Excellence & Organizational Effectiveness, including Facility Oversight — 25%

• Program & Operational Leadership: Oversee JFSA’s programs and operations, ensuring effective leadership, staffing, financial management, compliance, performance, and quality service delivery.
• Program Sustainability: Regularly assess programs based on community needs, impact, demand, and resources to strengthen, expand, streamline, or discontinue services and maximize JFSA’s impact across Southern Nevada.
• Facility Oversight: Oversee facility renovation and expansion, as well as facility management, maintenance, and improvements to ensure a safe, welcoming, functional, and effective environment for staff, clients, and community partners.

Fundraising & Resource Development — 25%

• Resource Development: Lead a diversified fundraising strategy supporting programs, operations, facilities, and an endowment for long-term sustainability, with a strong focus on private philanthropy and government grants.
• Donor Development: Strengthen relationships with current and the next generation of supporters.
• Revenue Growth: Partner with the Board and Development team to expand support from foundations, government agencies, corporations, community partners, and individual donors.
• Innovation & Sustainability: Identify new revenue opportunities and use data, outcomes, and compelling stories to demonstrate JFSA’s impact and strengthen community investment.
• Strategic Financial Planning: Work with the Board and Senior Leadership team to align fundraising, financial, and operational strategies with JFSA’s long-term goals and sustainability.

Community Engagement & Partnerships — 25%

• Community Visibility: Increase awareness of JFSA’s services and impact across the Southern Nevada community, including the Jewish community.
• Adaptability & Growth: Anticipate changing community needs and emerging challenges, encouraging innovation and adapting services to meet them.
• Community Reach: Identify and engage underserved and emerging populations while supporting staff in developing responsive solutions.
• Strategic Partnerships: Strengthen relationships with major funders, government partners, community organizations, and Jewish and civic leaders to expand collaboration, support, and impact.

The Leader We Seek for our CEO position will possess:

• Visionary Leadership – Articulates a compelling vision for JFSA’s future and inspires and motivates staff, Board members, donors, and community partners to advance it.
• Strategic Thinking – Anticipates the evolving needs of Southern Nevada and translates opportunities and challenges into clear, actionable strategies.
• Resourcefulness – Effectively secures and manages financial, human, and community resources to maximize JFSA’s impact.
• Organizational Leadership – Navigates complex organizational, community, funding, and stakeholder environments with sound judgment and integrity. Is honest and compassionate.
• Collaboration – Builds authentic partnerships across the Southern Nevada community, including the Jewish community, working effectively toward shared goals.
• Communication – Communicates clearly and authentically with diverse audiences, including staff, clients, Board members, donors, and government and community partners. Is approachable and empathetic.

Additional Qualification

• Mission-Driven Leadership: Demonstrated success leading a nonprofit or humanservices organization with diverse programs, teams, and community needs.
• Financial & Business Acumen: Proven ability to strengthen financial sustainability, manage resources, drive growth, and expand organizational capacity.
• Fundraising & Resource Development: Track record of cultivating major donors, foundations, government funders, corporate partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Organizational Effectiveness: Experience evaluating programs, developing talent, diversifying revenue, and aligning resources with strategic priorities. Has a clear knowledge of the areas served.
• Community Engagement: Strong understanding of and connections within the Southern Nevada community, with the ability to build relationships across diverse sectors and populations.
• Understanding of the Southern Nevada community, including the Jewish Community: Familiarity and comfort with the Jewish community, its institutions, values, and traditions, combined with an appreciation for JFSA’s nonsectarian mission and a demonstrated ability to collaborate with organizations and community partners across Southern Nevada.

Timeline and Next Steps

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The Organization

Jewish Family Service Agency (JFSA) strengthens lives and enhances our diverse community by providing exceptional and transformational human services. For nearly 50 years, Jewish Family Service Agency has provided social services to individuals and families of all faiths. Services include an adoption program, a breast cancer support program, care management, counseling, educational assessment and supportive services, emergency financial assistance, a food pantry, Second Step Homeless Program, and a wide range of support for older adults, including the Las Vegas Senior Lifeline, Foster Grandparents, a Senior Companion program, Nevada Care Connect, Veteran Care Connection, and support for Holocaust Survivors; each with the goals of independence and dignity. JFSA offers these services regardless of income. For more information, please go to https://www.JFSALV.org.

The City

Las Vegas offers a unique blend of vibrant entertainment, outdoor recreation, and a unique sense of community. Residents enjoy a relatively affordable cost of living compared with many major metropolitan areas, while having access to world-class restaurants, year-round entertainment, and a growing number of professional sports teams. Las Vegas is surrounded by stunning desert landscapes, including Red Rock Canyon and nearby Lake Mead, providing abundant opportunities for hiking, biking, boating, and other outdoor activities. Las Vegas also has a growing arts and cultural scene, with museums, theaters, galleries, music venues, and festivals that bring the community together. With expanding job opportunities, no state income tax, a diverse population, and a wide range of neighborhoods and amenities, Las Vegas offers an appealing quality of life.

The Southern Nevada Jewish Community

Las Vegas’ vibrant Jewish community offers a welcoming and well-connected environment for Jewish families, including numerous synagogues representing a range of denominations, as well as Jewish educational options that begin with early childhood programs for infants and continue through day school and other learning opportunities. An engaged local Jewish federation, Jewish Nevada, helps to create a vibrant Jewish ecosystem that supports individuals and families at every stage of life while fostering a strong sense of community and belonging. Southern Nevada also hosts an active ADL, AIPAC, JCC, and Friendship Circle.