CANDIDATE PROFILE
POSITION TITLE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
PRIMARY LOCATION
CREATED FOR SAN PEDRO, CA
TOBERMAN NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Roles & Responsibilities
Qualifications & Compensation
Ideal Candidate
About Los Angeles
About the Search Process
Application Link
about TOberman neighborhood center
Toberman Neighborhood Center (TNC) is a community non-profit organization with $3-5 million of annual expenses, employs 50-60 individuals and maintains a large operating facility in the San Pedro Harbor area. TNC serves San Pedro, Wilmington, Harbor Gateway, Harbor City and Long Beach. TNC provides programs and services that address gang prevention and intervention for at-risk youth, family services and other community outreach to the most in need. Families are offered a variety of free services to inspire and enable change and development for a better future.
TNC after-school K-12 program provides academic resources that address student achievement, safe supervised recreational activities, and educational courses including tutoring, study skills training, and instructions on secondary school completion. TNC also promotes athletics and physical fitness for our youth through organized sports and recreational activities as well summer camps. Family Source Center (FSC) provides individual services and resources through pre-employment and employment support, housing, rental and utility assistance, GED, ESL and After School programming, computer literacy and financial literacy case management. In addition, TNC has a food pantry which provides groceries to individuals and families in need and a Thrift Store for a wide variety of low cost household items and clothing.
our mission
Toberman Neighborhood Center’s mission is to build a healthy, vibrant community by addressing the challenges that prevent youth and families from reaching their full potential through education, wellness, and supportive services.
To create a safe, empowered community where individuals and families are inspired to achieve self-sufficiency and a brighter future.
Compassion & Care, Community, Empowerment, Hope & Opportunity, Education & Growth, Dignity & Respect Unity & Service
what we do & WHO WE SERVE
Toberman Neighborhood Center’s Programs
Toberman Neighborhood Center (TNC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting at-risk youth and families through programs focused on gang prevention and intervention, education, family services, and community outreach. TNC provides after-school academic support, tutoring, sports, and recreational activities for youth, as well as employment assistance, housing support, GED and ESL classes, financial literacy, and case management services for families. TNC also operates a food pantry and thrift store to help meet essential community needs.
ADULT CLASSES
Toberman Neighborhood Center (TNC) offers a variety of Adult Education programs designed to empower individuals and strengthen families through personal and professional development. Classes include ESL, GED preparation, and technology training to help participants build essential communication, educational, and workforce skills. TNC also provides parenting and anger management classes that promote healthy relationships, emotional wellness, and positive family dynamics.
Support Services
TNC provides a wide range of supportive services, including tax preparation assistance, housing support, rental and utility aid, computer and financial literacy education, and personalized case management. These services are delivered by passionate, highly trained staff dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve greater stability and self-sufficiency.
what we do & WHO WE SERVE
College Corner
College Corner is a community-centered program that supports academic success and personal growth for students in grades 6–12 and learners of all ages. The program offers free tutoring, homework help, college and career readiness resources, technology literacy, educational field trips, and seasonal camps in a safe and welcoming environment. Through arts, fitness, and family-focused activities, College Corner empowers individuals to build confidence, develop life skills, and pursue brighter futures.
Family Source Center
TNC’s FamilySource Center provides comprehensive support services to help individuals and families achieve long-term stability and success. Services include employment and housing assistance, GED and ESL classes, after-school programs, financial literacy, tax assistance, case management, and food support.
Through a personalized, communitycentered approach, Toberman empowers families with the resources they need to thrive.
Community Violence Program
The Community Violence Prevention Program helps youth ages 10–15 avoid gang involvement and build brighter futures through personalized support and free services for youth and families. Services include mentoring, counseling, case management, sports, educational outings, and safe passage support designed to promote resilience, positive choices, and community connection.
Position Overview
The Executive Director (ED) serves as the strategic, operational, and community leader of Toberman Neighborhood Center (TNC). The ED is responsible for advancing TNC’s mission through collaborative community engagement, strong organizational leadership, sustainable fund development, operational excellence, and a healthy, people-centered organizational culture.
The Executive Director works collaboratively with the Board of Directors, staff, community partners, funders, and stakeholders to ensure TNC remains a trusted, responsive, and innovative community-based organization.
The ED must demonstrate emotional intelligence, cultural humility, transparency, accountability, and a deep commitment to serving historically underserved communities.
The Executive Director will prioritize strengthening organizational infrastructure, staff development and retention, strategic planning, youth and family engagement, financial sustainability, trauma-informed leadership practices, and operational consistency while preserving TNC’s longstanding reputation and community trust.
First Year GOALS & OBJECTIVES
Organizational Strategy/Strategic Planning
Operations and Infrastructure
Board Recruiting and Development
Growth in Unrestricted Funding
Strengthening Organizational Culture
Greater Community Engagement, Awareness, and Advocacy
New Donor Relationships
Lead a clear, future-focused strategy with the Board and leadership team, aligning priorities, goals, and impact.
Strengthen operations and systems to support effective programs, growth, and long-term sustainability.
Partner with the Board to build an engaged, high-performing, mission-driven governance team.
Grow unrestricted funding through diverse revenue strategies and strong financial stewardship.
Foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that supports accountability, growth, and leadership at every level.
roles & responsibilities
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP & Board Relations
Leads the collaborative development of a multi-year strategic plan with Board members, staff, and key stakeholders, establishing measurable goals, organizational priorities, and accountability measures to guide TNC’s longterm success.
Positions TNC as a central community hub through collaborative partnerships with schools, nonprofits, civic organizations, and community stakeholders. Builds organizational alignment through communication, transparency, and collaboration across all programs and departments.
Supports prevention-focused, long-term community impact strategies, particularly in youth development, family stability, intervention services, and mental health support.
Maintains strong, collaborative relationships with the Board of Directors through regular communication regarding organizational operations, strategic priorities, and financial health.
Prepares for and actively participates in Board and committee meetings while supporting Board development and recruitment efforts aligned with the organization’s mission and governance goals.
Staff Leadership & Operational Efficiency
Oversees day-to-day operations, staffing, organizational systems, and policy implementation.
Ensures compliance with employment laws, grant requirements, operational standards, and organizational policies.
Maintains operational efficiency and organizational accountability.
Addresses facility and infrastructure needs to ensure safe, functional, and welcoming spaces for staff, youth, and families.
Strengthens internal systems and operational consistency across departments.
roles & responsibilities
Financial Management and Fund Development
Oversees preparation and management of the annual operating budget.
Ensures sound fiscal stewardship, transparency, compliance, and long-range financial planning.
Develops diversified revenue strategies to increase unrestricted funding and long-term sustainability.
Builds professionalized fundraising systems, donor stewardship practices, and accountability structures.
Strengthens relationships with major donors, foundations, corporations, and government partners.
Collaborates with the Board and leadership team to expand fundraising capacity and community investment.
Identifies new funding opportunities to sustain and grow youth, mental health, intervention, and family support programming.
Program Management and Community Engagement
Supports youth-centered programming and family engagement initiatives that reinforce TNC as a trusted community hub and safe space.
Demonstrates understanding of intervention, youth development, and community-based direct service work.
Experience leading government relations and external affairs initiatives to build strategic partnerships, advance policy goals, and enhance organizational impact.
Strengthens and expands partnerships supporting mental health, workforce development, education, violence prevention, and family stabilization.
Supports culturally responsive and trauma-informed programming.
Invests in outreach, marketing, and community visibility to strengthen awareness and participation.
Maintains a visible and active presence within the communities TNC serves.
compensation & benefits qualifications
Minimum of ten years of responsible executive experience, including a proven record of success.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. nonprofit management, business administration, sociology, or a related discipline).
Experience working within community-based organizations, youth development programs, intervention services, mental health programming, or related direct service environments strongly preferred.
Knowledge of trauma-informed, equity-focused, and community-centered leadership practices highly desirable.
Demonstrated ability to build collaborative teams, develop staff, strengthen organizational culture, and implement systems-based leadership approaches. Experience with managing the day-to-day operations of nonprofit organizations. Experience integrating equity-centered practices into leadership, organizational culture, decision-making, and programmatic or operational strategies.
Experience managing government contracts and cultivating strategic partnerships with public agencies, community-based organizations, and other stakeholders, including ensuring compliance, maintaining strong relationships, and advancing organizational goals through collaboration.
Experience in building revenue and increasing philanthropic support.
Familiarity with the San Pedro, Wilmington, Harbor Area, and surrounding communities preferred.
Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Deep commitment to the mission and core values of Toberman Neighborhood Center.
The salary range is $140,000 to $165,000 based on experience. Toberman Neighborhood Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision plus PTO.
Toberman Neighborhood Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. Toberman promotes equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. In doing so, we comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations to ensure an equal employment opportunity for everyone. We don’t discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, military service obligation, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. Our policies and personnel practices are intended to ensure that all of us are treated equally with regard to recruiting, hiring, and advancement, and our decisions on employment are made to further the principle of equal employment opportunities for employees.
the ideal candidate
The ideal candidate for the next Executive Director of Toberman Neighborhood Center is a mission-driven, strategic leader with a deep commitment to community empowerment, equity, and improving outcomes for children, youth, and families. They bring a forward-thinking mindset and the ability to translate vision into measurable impact while strengthening the systems and structures needed to sustain growth.
This leader excels at building strong operations, aligning programs, teams, and resources to meet evolving community needs. They foster an inclusive, collaborative culture rooted in accountability and continuous learning, empowering staff and stakeholders to thrive.
A skilled partner to the Board of Directors, the ideal candidate strengthens governance practices, supports board engagement and recruitment, and brings a thoughtful approach to organizational sustainability and risk management. An accomplished fundraiser, they have a proven ability to grow unrestricted funding, diversify revenue streams, and build lasting relationships with donors and community partners.
A dynamic and authentic communicator, the next ED elevates awareness of Toberman’s work and builds meaningful relationships across San Pedro and the broader Los Angeles region. Grounded in integrity and driven by impact, they will guide Toberman into its next chapter as a trusted and enduring community anchor.
ABOUT THE harbor REGION
San Pedro, a coastal community within the city of Los Angeles, sits at the southern tip of the Palos Verdes Peninsula and serves as a gateway to the Port of Los Angeles, one of the busiest ports in the world. Known for its maritime heritage, San Pedro combines industrial roots with a vibrant cultural and recreational scene, featuring attractions such as the LA Waterfront, Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, Point Fermin Park, and the Korean Friendship Bell. Its historic neighborhoods and diverse population reflect generations of immigrant communities, particularly Croatian and Italian families connected to the fishing industry.
The surrounding Harbor Area communities, including Wilmington, Harbor Gateway, Harbor City, and parts of the South Bay, share similar working-class histories shaped by the port, logistics industries, and immigrant labor communities. Many residents face economic challenges, including housing instability, limited access to healthcare and educational resources, and environmental impacts tied to industrial activity. At the same time, these neighborhoods are defined by strong community ties, cultural pride, and resilience.
In recent years, San Pedro and the broader Harbor region have seen revitalization efforts focused on tourism, local business growth, and waterfront access while preserving the character of long-standing communities. Together, these neighborhoods offer a welcoming, community-centered environment grounded in diversity, local pride, and a strong sense of continuity.
Envision Consulting has been retained by Toberman Neighborhood Center to conduct the search for their incoming Executive Director. We follow a comprehensive and structured approach that begins with a needs assessment to understand the organization's position and culture We source candidates using various strategies, such as leveraging networks, industryspecific databases, and targeted research. Our evaluations are designed to assess qualifications, experience, cultural fit, and leadership potential.
After two stages of interviews with Envision, we work with the organization's search committee to select the individuals they wish to meet and then curate that interview experience. We support the final selection process, including negotiation and offer formulation and offer onboarding support to ensure a smooth leadership transition with a oneyear guarantee. To ensure candidate success, we offer ten (10) hours of executive coaching throughout the first year of employment.
Toberman Neighborhood Center s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status recognized by federal, state or local law with respect to employment opportunities
search team for TOBERMAN Neighborhood Center
Envision Consulting is a minority-owned firm specializing in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration, and executive leadership transitions With offices in Denver, Lexington, New York, and Los Angeles, our partners and consultants are former executive leaders within nonprofit organizations who are truly inspired by our collective power to lift up the communities we serve Our broad spectrum of services helps increase revenues, expand awareness and strengthen service delivery to the clients who need us the most. Learn more at www.envisionnonprofit.com.
MELISSA MONTOYA DIRECTOR OF SEARCH SERVICES
ALLISON FULLER MANAGING PARTNER
MATT KAMIN MANAGING PARTNER
JESSIE STEGNER ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
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