Director of Domestic Violence Services
LHH, Seattle, WA, United States
Director of Domestic Violence Services
Position Overview
The Director of Domestic Violence leads a comprehensive domestic violence advocacy and support program focused on survivor safety, empowerment, and long‑term stability. This role provides strategic leadership, oversees community‑based advocacy services, and ensures high‑quality, trauma‑informed support for individuals experiencing intimate partner violence. The Director manages program operations, supervises multidisciplinary staff, and represents the organization in community partnerships, collaborations, and external initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Program Vision
Lead overall program development, strategy, and implementation for domestic violence services.
Serve as the organization’s subject‑matter expert on domestic violence intervention, prevention, and survivor-centered practices.
Stay informed of emerging best practices and guide organizational participation in policy, advocacy, and statewide initiatives.
Program Oversight
Oversee day‑to‑day operations of domestic violence advocacy services, including crisis response, safety planning, systems navigation, and survivor support.
Support direct service needs as required to ensure adequate coverage.
Maintain trauma‑informed protocols and ensure adherence to regulatory, grant, and contractual requirements.
Review and approve financial assistance or related client support requests where applicable.
Manage program budgets and collaborate with internal partners on resource allocation.
Team Leadership
Supervise and mentor advocates, coordinators, and other program staff, ensuring strong performance management and professional development.
Facilitate regular team meetings, promote a collaborative culture, and ensure compliance with ongoing training requirements.
Data, Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
Oversee program evaluation frameworks, performance metrics, and reporting systems.
Use data to inform planning, measure outcomes, and support grant reporting and stakeholder communication.
Community Partnerships & External Engagement
Build and maintain relationships with community partners, coalitions, and service providers engaged in domestic violence prevention and response.
Represent the organization in local, regional, and statewide initiatives and collaborative efforts.
Support community outreach and educational efforts, including training partners, community groups, and allied professionals.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible experience within domestic violence services, including advocacy, program leadership, or systems navigation.
Expertise in trauma‑informed practices and survivor‑centered service delivery.
Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams and managing program operations.
Strong analytical, data‑driven decision-making, and program evaluation skills.
Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and community collaboration abilities.
Experience with grant management, compliance, or budget oversight preferred.
Additional Information
Hybrid or onsite expectations may vary depending on organizational needs.
Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support survivor needs or community events.
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SALARY AND BENEFITS: The pay for this position is $82,909 - $101,333 annually. Organization offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package including: 100% employer-paid premiums for employee medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, and employee assistance program. 15 annual vacation days increasing to 20 after 2 years, and generous paid sick time. Paid holidays. 5% employer contribution to 401k retirement plan (no employee contribution required). Additional benefits include: vision coverage and FSA enrollment. We value and provide opportunities for continued growth and learning for all team members. xsgimln
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Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: The pay for this position is $82,909 - $101,333 annually. Organization offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package including: 100% employer-paid premiums for employee medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, and employee assistance program. 15 annual vacation days increasing to 20 after 2 years, and generous paid sick time. Paid holidays. 5% employer contribution to 401k retirement plan (no employee contribution required). Additional benefits include: vision coverage and FSA enrollment. We value and provide opportunities for continued growth and learning for all team members. xsgimln
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements.