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Career Opportunities at SOSC

Discover a fulfilling career that makes an impact! Your work with Special Olympics Southern California will touch the lives of thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities, from San Luis Obispo and Kern counties in the north to the U.S./Mexico border. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain and promote a talented, diverse workforce where all employees can contribute to their highest potential. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all qualified individuals to apply for open positions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, qualified disability, marital, veteran or any other legally protected status.

What We Do

Special Olympics Southern California enriches the lives of athletes with intellectual disabilities and their communities in Southern California through sports, education, and athlete health.

Attracting talented, committed employees means offering a comprehensive, competitive benefits package. And we do. It’s part of our commitment to providing a work environment where every employee can thrive — personally and professionally.

Testimonials

I am lucky to work for Special Olympics Southern California. I feel personal satisfaction and have an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of adults and children with intellectual disabilities.

Laura Mayo

Assistant Vice President, Central Division

Application Process

Please email your cover letter and resume as a PDF attachment to the email address specified with each job listed. Upon successful electronic submittal of your cover letter and resume, you will get an automated reply letting you know we have received your documents. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for our positions.

Application Information

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A valid California driver’s license and ability to meet minimum California vehicle insurance requirements and successful passing of background screening are required for each position.

Please respond only if you have the required experience and are already living in the stated region (relocation costs will not be paid).

Upon successful electronic submittal of your email of interest, a receipt confirmation will be automatically sent to you. You may have to check your spam or junk folder for this email.

President and CEO (Long Beach)

President and CEO - Long Beach

Location: Long Beach
Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC) is seeking a dynamic President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead this long established and successful organization. The SOSC CEO’s primary responsibility is to champion a powerful mission of inclusion through a world-class sports organization. This requires strategic leadership, operational management, fundraising, outreach and advocacy, all designed to bring out the best in our athletes. This passionate community includes over 38,000 athletes and their families, 80+ employees, thousands of volunteers, and our valued partners and donors. The CEO will guide and direct the program in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures set forth by Special Olympics Inc. and the SOSC Board of Directors, and report to the Board of Directors and the Board Chair.
MORE INFORMATION

To apply for this position, please email ceoopening@sosc.org.

Volunteer / Internships

Become a Volunteer

Volunteering is another way to get involved. Whatever your interests, talents, background and availability, there are volunteer opportunities for you.

Become an Intern

We offer internships to students throughout the year. Internships are available across many departments in the regional offices as well as our headquarters in Long Beach.

CONTACT US

info@sosc.org
562.502.1100
1600 Forbes Way
Suite 200
Long Beach, CA 90810

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