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The TLUC Email Newsletter September 11, 2006

 

Dear Colleagues and Friends:

As you may know, Katherine Perez, the founding Executive Director of the Transportation and Land Use Collaborative, recently resigned from her position to pursue new challenges and opportunities. Katherine will continue to play a significant leadership role with TLUC through participation on its Board of Directors.

TLUC has embarked on a search for its new Executive Director.  In addition to more general outreach, TLUC is calling upon its supporters, colleagues and friends to assist in this effort.  We hope that you will circulate this letter and the attached job description to individuals you feel would be strong candidates for the position, and to organizations that may be in a position to post the announcement.

TLUC is committed to significantly improving the quality of life for people who live and work in Southern California by ensuring that there is balance between growth, economic development and environmental stewardship.

We are seeking a person with the attitude of a change agent.  As TLUC is positioned to embark upon an exciting next chapter of growth, influence and impact, we are looking for a person who grasps that Los Angeles and Southern California are at the beginning of a new era in planning and development. 

The Executive Director will provide strong leadership direction that enables TLUC to fulfill its mission. The Executive Director is responsible for the overall management, growth and development of TLUC.  The ideal candidate for the Executive Director position will satisfy the following job qualifications:

  • 5 years experience in managing an organization with a $1 million plus budget;
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement a fundraising plan;
  • Experience with philanthropic community and grant programs in land use and planning field;
  • Significant experience in local and regional land use and transportation planning;
  • Master's degree in urban planning or related field is preferred;
  • Demonstrated leadership experience;
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse group of individuals including government, policy and community leaders and donors;
  • Knowledge and expertise in public policy or legislative issues affecting transportation and land use in Southern California;
  • Public speaking and media relations experience; and
  • Creative and entrepreneurial skills and a results oriented management philosophy.

View job description » (55KB, PDF)

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:

Transportation & Land Use Collaborative
Attn: Executive Director Selection Committee
417 South Hill Street, Suite 211
Los Angeles, CA 90013

Deadline for submission is Friday October 27, 2006. 

Thank you for your interest in this extraordinary opportunity.

Sincerely,

William Cipes
Interim Executive Director
Transportation & Land Use Collaborative
417 South Hill Street, Suite 211
Los Angeles, CA 90013
p. (213) 613-0800
f. (213) 613-0200
www.tluc.net