Regional Disaster Response Manager

American Red Cross; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

American Red Cross in California is seeking a Disaster Action Team Manager to lead and develop volunteer teams responsible for local preparedness, response, and client care management. You will collaborate with community partners to build readiness and coordinate disaster relief efforts.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of related experience, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to deploy regionally up to 50% of the time; 4 counties in the LA region are covered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience leading volunteer teams for social services.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop diverse volunteer teams across disaster cycle services.
• Coordinate with regional program management to execute disaster readiness and response plans.
• Engage communities and partners to mobilize resources for preparedness, response, and recovery.
• Manage relationships in a matrix environment with internal partners and volunteers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

American Red Cross in California is seeking a Disaster Action Team Manager to lead and develop volunteer teams responsible for local preparedness, response, and client care management. You will collaborate with community partners to build readiness and coordinate disaster relief efforts.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of related experience, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to deploy regionally up to 50% of the time; 4 counties in the LA region are covered.