Chief Executive Officer; Legal Services

The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County (LASPBC) seeks a dynamic and mission-driven Chief Executive Officer to lead our organization in its next phase. This role is the driving force behind LASPBC’s mission to ensure that all individuals—regardless of income, background, or circumstance—have meaningful access to civil justice. With courage, compassion, commitment, and clarity of purpose, the Chief Executive Officer guides the organization in confronting systemic inequities, empowering communities, and shaping a more just society.

This is an exciting opportunity to carry forward a proud legacy and expand the organization’s reach, voice and lasting influence in the pursuit of justice!

The Chief Executive Officer serves as the Chief Strategic Officer, guiding the organization’s vision, planning, operations, and long-term sustainability. The Chief Executive Officer provides visionary leadership while serving as the organization's principal ambassador, fundraiser, and relationship builder, cultivating the philanthropic partnerships and community support necessary to expand access to justice. The role fosters a positive organizational culture, strengthens community relations, and ensures the delivery of high-quality legal and litigation services to underserved populations.

The Chief Executive Officer collaborates with the Board of Directors, committees, staff, and external partners to advance the mission and impact of the organization. This position reports directly to the Board of Directors, and performance is evaluated on an annual basis by the Board of Directors. Work schedule varies based on organizational needs and business hours of Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with frequent evening and/or weekend requirements.

• Lead with authenticity and purpose, energizing staff, board members, and partners to pursue transformative change.
• Inspire and articulate a bold, compelling, and forward-thinking vision that reimagines access to justice and centers dignity, equity, and fairness.
• Anticipate emerging legal, political, economic and social trends affecting underserved communities and position the organization as a catalyst in the evolving landscape of civil legal advocacy.
• Promote systemic advocacy and civil justice efforts that address root causes of injustice.

• Lead the development and implementation of a clear direction grounded in community needs and long-term impact, by establishing measurable goals, and encouraging innovation and continuous learning.
• Evaluate progress and effective program delivery, while ensuring organizational adaptability in a changing legal, social, and funding landscape.
• Aim for the highest standards of legal excellence, client-centered service, and ethical practice.
• Present a holistic view of client services through the development of new initiatives and systemic reforms that provide easier access for clients.

• Cultivate a collaborative workplace rooted in mutual respect, diversity, equity, inclusion, and shared purpose.
• Maintain an environment in which staff are valued, supported, and empowered to grow professionally.
• Support, review and approve staffing goals, employee engagement, recognition, and retention initiatives.
• Collaborate with all departments to promote mentorship, upward mobility, and leadership development.
• Participate in the performance review of direct reports and in compensation package decisions.

• Coordinate a reporting structure that supports long-term health of the organization through close partnership with the Board of Directors’ Resource Development Committee, and the Chief Philanthropy…