CERC Program Director

Bay Area Community Resources; United States; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Wellness/mental health benefit

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

FSA (medical, dependent, transit)

Hospital indemnity

Retirement

WellHub

Employee assistance program

Wellness fair

People-centered work culture

Ability to make an impact in your社区

Job summary

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) seeks a Program Director for the California Emergency Response Corps (CERC). The role guides mission delivery, plans approach with staff, recruits and supervises ACMs and staff, deploys teams, and collaborates with BACR, California Volunteers, and partner agencies.

The position is full-time, exempt, hybrid in the San Francisco Bay Area with some travel across California and meetings in El Cerrito; salary range is $95,000–$103,000 depending on qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of broad experience in managing and developing programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with other community agencies.
• Ability to work independently while remaining engaged in a strong, mutually respectful team.
• Clear, friendly and professional public speaking manner.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Willingness to work weekends and/or evenings.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Access) and Salesforce.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize.
• Must have their own vehicle and provide car insurance.

Responsibilities

• Guide CERC to fulfill its mission through strategic planning with staff.
• Recruitment, selection and retention of ACMs and staff.
• Deployment planning and supervision of ACMs and deployments.
• Develop and maintain relationships with partner agencies and BACR/ CV.
• Prepare and submit reports and funding proposals to government agencies, BACR, and other funders.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Excellent writing skills

Willingness to work weekends/evenings

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in nonprofit management / related field

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Access)

Job description

Job Description: Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) operates the California Emergency Response Corps (CERC), an AmeriCorps program designed to strengthen emergency preparedness and disaster response capacity in vulnerable communities throughout California. CERC engages 70 full-time AmeriCorps Members who serve with partner organizations across the state. Members help communities prepare for emergencies by providing preparedness education, information, and resources, while also remaining ready to deploy when disasters occur. Each year, CERC aims to reach approximately 20,000 individuals with emergency preparedness resources, support response efforts for at least five disasters, and engage 300 community volunteers in service alongside local partner agencies. CERC Members play an important role in building more prepared and resilient communities while providing critical support to Californians before, during, and after emergencies and disasters.

Reports to: Executive Director of National Service Programs

Salary Range: $95,000-$103,000 annual salary, depending on qualifications & experience

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Location: Hybrid - San Francisco Bay Area. Can work remotely, but spontaneous travel will be required throughout California and for occasional meetings in the BACR office in El Cerrito, CA.

Benefits

• Medical
• wellness/mental health benefit
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• FSA (medical, dependent, transit)
• hospital indemnity
• retirement
• WellHub
• employee assistance program
• wellness fair
• people-centered work culture
• ability to make an impact in your community through mission-driven work

Time off

• Include vacation, sick, 15 holidays, parental and medical leave policy, and mental health days

Growth

• Include conference opportunities, regular training opportunities, and professional development week

Roles and Responsibilities

Strategic Planning The Program Director is responsible for guiding CERC to fulfill its mission in the best way possible by working with the staff to form plans of approach for various challenges. Some of the areas where this planning is needed are: Recruitment, Selection and Retention of ACMs Recruitment and Selection of Staff Expansion/Reduction of the program Deployments Training for Staff and ACM’s CERC’s relationship with BACR and California Volunteers (CV) Improvement of internal processes and procedures (e.g. Salesforce development)

Agency Partner and Other Relationships

The Program Director has a lead role in developing and maintaining relationships with CERC partners and other Community Based Organizations. These responsibilities include: Recruiting new and potential Partner Agencies Planning events with partner agencies (e.g. site supervisor orientation) Quarterly site visits with Project Coordinators When necessary, act as mediator when issues arise between agencies and ACMs or agencies and the program Participating in BACR Leaders Group Streamlining communication between BACR, CERC, and CV

Contracts/Development

The Program Director is responsible for all regular reports and all funding proposals to Government Agencies, BACR, and other organizations and foundations that provide funding to CERC.

Fiscal Management

The Program Director is also responsible for making sure the program as a whole does not exceed its budget. On a day-to-day basis this means the Program Director is responsible for: Approving expenses/purchases Approving staff time sheets Salary review Deployment Management and Supervision The Program Director is responsible for responding to all deployment requests from California Volunteers. This includes budget management; program coordinator and ACM assignments; and managing relationships with requesting partners. The Program Director is responsible for deployment supervision, which will require spontaneous travel for on the ground supervision.

Management

The Program Director is the Supervisor for all CERC Staff and directly supervises the following positions: Project Coordinators AmeriCorps Members Identify needs and responsibilities of Project Coordinators and provide necessary support, coaching and supervision. This includes, but is not limited to: Regular Check-ins with all Project Coordinators Observe and give feedback to Project Coordinators regarding Team days, Trainings, and other facets of their job and overall job performance Conduct performance evaluations for Project Coordinators Act as an Advocate/Problem Solver for Project Coordinators in issues involving ACM’s, CERC and BACR Leadership, and Agency Partners Responsible for reviewing and auditing ACM files Make sure that Project Coordinators fulfill their responsibilities, both those that are part of their job description and any other responsibilities they may have taken on Help Project Coordinators to work effectively by working with them to establish clear and specific steps toward fulfilling their goals, and following up on those steps Keep secure files with necessary paperwork for each Project Coordinator When possible, provide training and professional development opportunities

Organizational Requirements

All CERC staff have certain responsibilities which are necessary to be an effective part of the CERC team. The Program Director is responsible for: Approving (signing) BACR paperwork for Staff (expense reports, check requests, staff time sheets, etc.) Timely submission of paperwork as deemed necessary by BACR Taking the lead in strategic planning and visioning for CERC as a whole Attendance & participation in Staff and Corps Member Trainings and Events Willingness to take on additional responsibilities when necessary and feasible

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of broad experience in managing and developing programs
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with other community agencies
• Ability to work independently while remaining engaged in a strong, mutually respectful team
• Clear, friendly and professional public speaking manner
• Excellent writing skills
• Willingness to work weekends and/or evenings
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Access) and Salesforce
• Ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize.
• Must have their own vehicle and provide car insurance.

Personal Characteristics

The Director should embody the following personal characteristics: Have a passion for service Good judgment and consensus-building skills Self-confidence Inspiring, creative, and compassionate Diplomatic and tactful High ethical standards Values diversity Sense of humor

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or related field.

About Us

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area. We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year. BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.

Visit our website at www.bacr.org. Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location. ARE YOU EXTRAORDINARY? We put people at the center of everything we do. With a diversity of backgrounds, ideas, opinions, and life experiences we hire individuals within the community who are passionate about making a difference. When you join BACR, you join a team with leaders, doers, and big thinkers, who are committed to giving back to their community. Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and celebrates our diversity and looks to expand and build it constantly. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, where there are opportunities for all, everyone feels like they belong, and different perspectives are valued. No matter what your experience is - you CAN make a difference! Thank you for your interest in a career at BACR! BACR staff make a lasting impact across California, serving tens of thousands of children, youth, and families every day. BACR staff continue to create meaningful change in every community we serve. We continually witness the strength and resilience of the individuals and families we serve who are often those most adversely impacted by systemic racism, poverty, and inequitable access to resources and opportunities. BACR has remained steadfast to our mission: We work in the heart of our communities to foster generational change. We are grateful for the opportunity to support communities throughout the Bay Area, promoting resilience, health and justice and to our dedicated staff who serve those communities with compassion, passion, creativity and talent.

Compassion – We approach all we do with a caring heart and a people-centered mindset. Curiosity – We challenge ourselves to learn, stretch, grow, and innovate. Humility – We acknowledge our own limits and actively appreciate others’ perspectives and lived experiences. Integrity – We value and respect the trust given to us by our communities. We operate with honesty, accountability, and consistency. Joy – We lead with gratitude, sprinkle in humor, and lift each other’s spirits.