Board of Directors Member
Company: Laguna Ocean Foundation
Location: Laguna Beach
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Laguna Ocean Foundation - Board
of Directors Member Position Description (Unpaid) Overview We are
looking for an experienced professional to join our Board of
Directors. Joining Laguna Ocean Foundation’s Board presents an
opportunity to channel your expertise towards a cause that we truly
care about: ocean health. Our Directors play a pivotal role in our
organization, driving Fundraising, Programmatic, and Events efforts
and ensuring good stewardship of the organization. We are
particularly looking for someone who is passionate about the work
of Laguna Ocean Foundation, with a background in finance or legal
and experience working at a senior level, whose confidence in
reviewing and analyzing financial information will assist us to
fulfill our commitment to the nonprofit sector good governance
principles. Role & Responsibilities The Board of Directors is
responsible for the effective governance of the organization and
holds the Executive Director of Laguna Ocean Foundation, Inc to
account for Laguna Ocean Foundation’s mission and vision. As the
highest leadership body of the organization and to satisfy its
fiduciary duties, the board is responsible for: Safeguarding the
mission of the organization and understanding its collective
purpose Selecting, supporting, and evaluating the performance of
the Managing Director Strategic and organizational planning
Ensuring strong fiduciary oversight and financial management
Fundraising and resource development Approving and monitoring the
organization’s programs and services Enhancing the organization’s
public image Assessing its own performance as the governing body of
the organization Ensuring legal and ethical integrity Each
individual board member is expected to: Know the organization’s
mission, policies, programs, and needs as well as understand its
collective purpose Faithfully read and understand the
organization’s financial statements and board materials in advance
of meetings Serve as active advocates and ambassadors for the
organization Fully engage in identifying and securing the financial
resources and partnerships necessary for the organization to
advance its mission Leverage connections, networks, and resources
to develop collective action to achieve the organization’s mission
Give a meaningful personal financial donation Help identify
personal connections that can benefit the organization’s
fundraising and reputational standing, and influence public policy
Prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in board
meetings Participate fully in one or more committees as required
Engage in learning opportunities to better understand the community
we serve Respect the experiences of all who bring their voices and
lived experiences into the boardroom and the organization Ideal
Candidates We seek individuals who: Share our passion for achieving
our goals and mission. Bring extensive, recent and relevant
experience in finance, legal, fundraising, operations. Experience
analyzing, distilling and communicating key financial information
at a senior, strategic level. Knowledge of the risks organizations
face and experience with their review, assessment and overall
management. Knowledge and experience of good governance practices
in keeping with Laguna Ocean Foundation’s status as a charity and
company limited by guarantee. OR bring extensive conservation and
science experience. Time Commitment and Term of Office Directors
need to be able to give enough time to advise in relation to their
area of expertise and play a full role in wider discussions and
decision-making. The time commitment is approximately ten days a
year and includes: Monthly Board meetings – usually two hours in
duration Quarterly Committee meetings, held two to three weeks
ahead of each Board meeting – usually 1.5 hours in duration
Attendance at key Laguna Ocean Foundation events and meetings as
required Directors are appointed for an initial term of three years
and can be re-elected for a second term. After six years, Directors
may be appointed for a third term upon unanimous approval by the
full Board of Directors. Laguna Ocean Foundation is committed to
working inclusively. We aim to meet Board members’ access needs to
enable them to engage fully. Meetings are virtual and/or in-person.
The ideal candidate will be a US citizen and able to participate in
meetings scheduled in PST. In compliance with law this is an unpaid
voluntary position. Reasonable expenses may be claimed including
travel costs for attending Board, Committee and other meetings.
Please email info@lagunaoceanfoundation.org for the application
form. Please state you are emailing to apply for the "Board of
Directors Member" position. E04JI800ui41408jygq
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