Disaster Relief Program Manager

Samaritan's Purse; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Medical Clinic

Health insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse is seeking a Program Manager to lead the North American Disaster Relief team in Coppell, TX. You will oversee deployments, coordinate with churches and government partners, manage staff and volunteers, and ensure safety and training procedures are followed.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree plus experience, plus CDL eligibility, with strong communication and organizational skills to operate in challenging field environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university and two to three years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to obtain a Class A restricted driver's license and a valid Department of Transportation Medical card.
• Working knowledge of general construction and general chainsaw use.
• General knowledge of Excel, Word and the ability to learn in-house specialized computer applications.
• Highly effective communication skills including written and public speaking.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in difficult situations with limited resources; ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions.
• Proven ability to do the work asked of our volunteers.
• Ability to given data and statistics to determine volunteer needs, length of deployment, and forecasting completion dates.
• 12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required); if not already completed, opportunity to meet and complete requirement is available upon hire

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of the deployment; set up program; work with church partners and interact with local emergency management officials; supervise deployed staff and key volunteers; organize, train and direct general volunteers; and ensure safety and training procedures are implemented and followed.
• Serve as Incident Commander in the Incident Command System model emergency response during active deployments; assist in filling key roles such as Assistant Program Manager, Volunteer Coordinator or Office Manager based on the response dynamic.
• Maintain accurate listings and placement of all assigned disaster relief field inventory; oversee financial transactions, prepare and submit daily/monthly report of activities; hold and attend regular weekly staff meetings.
• Establish communication and foster relationships with churches, government agencies, and other relief organizations.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Work under pressure

Volunteer management

Data interpretation

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Biblical Studies 12 credit hours

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

Location: Coppell, TX, United States

Job ID: 17160

Date Posted: Oct 12, 2026

Get Involved!

What do we believe?

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work.

Please take time to review the following link as you consider working with us: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/statement-of-faith/

What is the opportunity?

Respond with Compassionate Action

We are seeking a Program Manager to join our North American Disaster Relief team in Coppell, TX. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In the role of Program Manager, you will have the opportunity to:

• Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
• Lead and oversee all aspects of the deployment. Set up program; work with church partners and interact with local emergency management officials; supervise deployed staff and key volunteers; organize, train and direct general volunteers; and ensure safety and training procedures are implemented and followed.
• Serve as Incident Commander in the Incident Command System model emergency response during active deployments; assist in filling key roles such as Assistant Program Manager, Volunteer Coordinator or Office Manager based on the response dynamic.
• Maintain accurate listings and placement of all assigned disaster relief field inventory; oversee financial transactions, prepare and submit daily/monthly report of activities; hold and attend regular weekly staff meetings.
• Establish communication and foster relationships with churches, government agencies, and other relief organizations.
• Other duties as assigned

What are the qualifications?

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university and two (2) to three (3) years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to obtain a Class A restricted driver's license and a valid Department of Transportation Medical card
• Working knowledge of general construction and general chainsaw use
• General knowledge of Excel, Word and the ability to learn in-house specialized computer applications
• Highly effective communication skills including written and public speaking
• Ability to work well under pressure and in difficult situations with limited resources; ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions
• Proven ability to do the work asked of our volunteers
• Ability to given data and statistics to determine volunteer needs, length of deployment, and forecasting completion dates
• 12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required); if not already completed, opportunity to meet and complete requirement is available upon hire

What are the benefits?

Walk in Bold Faith

Domestic Full Time

• On-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents)
• Medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Long-term and Short-term disability insurance
• Paid Family Medical Leave
• Term Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• 10 paid holidays
• 12 vacation/personal days
• 10 sick days

Type: Full Time

Department: North American Disaster Relief

Location: Coppell, TX

Travel: Up to 250 days of travel per year