Regional Director

The Latin American Youth Center (LAYC) is seeking a strong programmatic, financial, and operational leader to serve as Regional Director. Reporting to the CEO, the Regional Director will oversee innovative, high-quality programming for youth and families.

The Regional Director will center youth and families in decision-making, recognizing young people as assets and actively incorporating their voices and community perspectives into program development and implementation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to LAYC’s values of dignity, self-determination, inclusiveness, youth empowerment, and community, and bring an understanding of the experiences and challenges facing the communities LAYC serves.

This individual will be equally comfortable representing LAYC with funders, philanthropists, county and state leaders, and community partners as engaging directly with youth, families, and staff. They will be a relationship-centered leader who combines strategic vision with operational excellence, builds and develops high-performing teams, and fosters collaboration across departments and diverse stakeholder groups.

The successful candidate will bring sound judgment, curiosity, and objectivity to complex situations, thoughtfully consider multiple perspectives, and translate challenges into practical solutions that strengthen organizational effectiveness and advance meaningful community impact.

JOIN US AND SUPPORT YOUTH TO LIVE, WORK, AND STUDY WITH DIGNITY, HOPE, AND JOY!

Latin American Youth Center’s (LAYC) mission is to empower youth to achieve a successful transition to adulthood, through comprehensive and innovative programs that address youths’ social, academic, and career needs. To achieve this mission, LAYC provides services and opportunities to approximately 4,000 individuals annually to support academic achievement, promote healthy behavior, and guide youth towards successful adulthood. 

We believe in a future where all youth pursue their dreams, reach their goals and acquire the skills and self-confidence to live a life of purpose, connection, contribution and joy. 

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

In addition to a friendly work environment, we are pleased to offer the following benefits to our employees.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with prescription coverage.
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Voluntary long-term disability and supplemental life insurance
• Matching 401(k) program beginning at hire
• 3 weeks paid vacation leave per year; PTO is accrued, increasing to 4 weeks with tenure.
• 12 paid holidays per year, 12 days paid sick leave per year and 4 wellness days. Sick and wellness days are
• prorated during your first year based on your start date, then available in full in subsequent years.
• Eight weeks paid parental leave, including adoption and foster care.
• Health club discounts
• One to two days per week of telework for most positions (eligible after first 60 days).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Program Strategy and Organizational Leadership
• Provide strategic leadership to advance LAYC's mission, goals, and organizational priorities.
• Partner with the CEO and senior leadership team to strengthen program strategy, organizational effectiveness, and long-term impact.
• Guide the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of program models aligned with positive youth development principles and community needs.
• Advise executive leadership on programmatic opportunities, challenges, and emerging trends.

Financial and Grants Stewardship

• Lead budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation in partnership with the CFO and Department Directors.
• Oversee grant and contract performance, ensuring compliance with funding, reporting, and contractual requirements.
• Monitor financial performance and program outcomes to support sustainability, accountability, and strategic decision-making.
• Ensure leaders effectively manage budgets, grants, and program deliverables.

External Relations and Organizational Advancement

• Serve as a strategic liaison to the Board of Directors and support board engagement on programmatic priorities.
• Partner with the CEO to strengthen relationships with funders, government agencies, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Support fundraising, grant development, advocacy, and external communications efforts that advance LAYC's mission and growth.
• Represent LAYC externally and champion organizational priorities across key constituencies.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Master's degree in public policy, social work, nonprofit management, business administration, or a related field.
• Ten or more years of progressive leadership experience, including supervision of senior leaders, management of multimillion-dollar budgets, and oversight of complex programs or organizational divisions.
• Demonstrated success managing diverse funding streams, including government grants, contracts, and private funding, while ensuring fiscal accountability, compliance, and program performance.
• Proven ability to develop high-performing teams, strengthen leadership capacity, and lead organizations through growth, change, and complex challenges.
• Experience overseeing organizational operations, systems, facilities, and cross-functional functions in a multi-site environment.
• Experience leading collective impact initiatives, cross-sector partnerships, or community-based efforts that improve outcomes for children, youth, and families.
• Demonstrated commitment to achieving measurable results in diverse communities.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strategic, collaborative, and results-oriented leader committed to youth development and organizational excellence.
• Strong financial, operational, and business acumen.
• Exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Knowledge of youth development, education, nonprofit systems, and public policy.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and effective engagement with diverse communities.

Additional Requirements

• Availability for occasional evening and weekend commitments.
• Successful completion of required background and child protection clearances.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 10 lbs. Requires the ability to travel locally, regionally, and occasionally, nationally.

LAYC/MMYC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities without regard to age, race, color, pregnancy, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or status within any other protected group.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter and resume.