Job Summary
The Executive Director provides leadership for the Safe Food Certifications subsidiary, overseeing its operations, financial results, and strategic direction. This role ensures the organization maintains accreditation requirements while building a strong team and advancing sustainable, profitable growth. The Executive Director drives operational improvements that support business performance and uphold the subsidiary’s food safety certification standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead the subsidiary’s overall operations and guide its strategic direction.
- Oversee financial performance and pursue profitable growth.
- Ensure compliance with accreditation requirements and applicable standards.
- Manage personnel and support effective team performance.
- Identify and implement operational improvements to strengthen efficiency and results.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or a related field.
- At least seven years of experience in food safety certification.
- A minimum of five years of management experience.
- Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17065 and GFSI-recognized standards.
DFA of California provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
