Director, Project Management Office

Easterseals Southern California is a prominent nonprofit organization with a legacy spanning over a century. Dedicated to transforming lives, Easterseals champions inclusion and independence for individuals with disabilities. Serving more than 29,000 people annually, the organization delivers vital services such as early childhood programs, autism services, employment assistance, and independent living support. Easterseals acts as a strong advocate and educator, breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for the one-in-four Americans with disabilities. This commitment ensures that the community receives comprehensive support designed to empower, integrate, and enrich lives. Easterseals Southern California operates with a mission-driven focus in fostering environments where all individuals have equal access to the resources needed for achieving life goals and full participation in their communities. It is recognized for its dedication to quality, innovation, and compassionate care across a spectrum of essential services.

The role available is a leadership position within Easterseals Southern California's Project Management Office (PMO). This position provides development, leadership, and oversight for project managers, solution consultants, and test analysts, managing a diverse portfolio of projects aligned with the organization's mission and strategic goals. The successful candidate will take charge of standardizing project execution, giving expert guidance on project management and solution consulting practices, and ensuring projects meet their objectives through consistent tracking, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. This role also includes managing day-to-day operational aspects of the PMO and the Finance department, as well as overseeing staff management including 4-8 direct reports. The position carries a competitive salary ranging from $116,000 to $144,000 annually and requires a strategic mindset with solid expertise in project portfolio management, governance, and execution. The leader will collaborate closely with governance committees, project sponsors, and senior leadership to prioritize and evaluate project requests, validate business cases, and align efforts with organizational standards.

This pivotal role demands a seasoned professional capable of navigating complex technical and non-technical projects from initiation to successful delivery, maintaining quality control, and optimizing resource allocations. Expertise in budgeting, resource scheduling, demand management, and key performance indicator tracking post-implementation is essential. The candidate must be skilled in fostering teamwork, coaching staff, and driving continuous process improvements such as Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills will enhance the candidate’s ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and engage with both technical teams and business stakeholders effectively. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced project portfolio leader who is passionate about making a difference through impactful project delivery in a mission-driven nonprofit environment. The role guarantees a dynamic, fast-paced working atmosphere committed to operational excellence and strategic impact at Easterseals Southern California.