Disaster Response Program Lead

The American National Red Cross; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Health Spending Accounts

PTO

Holidays

401K with match

Paid Family Leave

Job summary

The American Red Cross seeks a Community Disaster Program Manager to supervise disaster services in an assigned area and lead staff and volunteers in readiness, response, and recovery activities.

You will work with partners to prepare communities, coordinate government relationships, and deploy to disaster operations annually as needed. A bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience.
• 1 year of lead or supervisory experience.
• A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the implementation of disaster services programming in the assigned geographic area.
• Lead and supervise staff and volunteer teams responsible for preparedness, response, and recovery within the region.
• Coordinate government partnerships and community collaborations to support disaster operations.
• Deploy to disaster relief operations at least once per year as part of regional readiness.
• Serve as the local Red Cross disaster subject matter expert to maximize community engagement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Partnership management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The American Red Cross seeks a Community Disaster Program Manager to supervise disaster services in an assigned area and lead staff and volunteers in readiness, response, and recovery activities.

You will work with partners to prepare communities, coordinate government relationships, and deploy to disaster operations annually as needed. A bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of related experience are required.