Global Disaster Response Deployment Technician

The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Health insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reduction

Job summary

The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc. is seeking a Deployment Technician for its Operation Blessing disaster-relief team in Virginia Beach, VA.

The role involves hands-on field work, leading volunteers, coordinating logistics, and ensuring equipment is ready for deployment at a moment's notice. Ideal candidates have leadership and problem-solving skills, experience in harsh environments, and the stamina to work long hours, including international deployments.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in high-pressure environments.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Hands-on carpentry or construction related experience is a plus.
• Proven project management and logistics abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including media interviews.
• Ability to work with a diverse team of staff, volunteers and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Support disaster response from preparation to recovery and coordinate logistics.
• Lead, train, and coordinate volunteers in field operations.
• Maintain resources and equipment for rapid deployment in challenging conditions.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Carpentry/handy skills

Project management

Communication

Logistics

Self-motivation

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc. is seeking a Deployment Technician for its Operation Blessing disaster-relief team in Virginia Beach, VA.

The role involves hands-on field work, leading volunteers, coordinating logistics, and ensuring equipment is ready for deployment at a moment's notice. Ideal candidates have leadership and problem-solving skills, experience in harsh environments, and the stamina to work long hours, including international deployments.