Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) Specialist, Mobile

American Red Cross; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 53,100 - 56,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

PTO starting at 15 days a year

11 paid holidays

401(k) with up to 6% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Short-term and Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

American Red Cross is seeking a Mobile SAF-IS Regional Program Specialist based in Oklahoma City to manage services for military members and their families. You will be responsible for building strong community relationships, overseeing volunteers, and implementing outreach strategies.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree along with five years of related experience. Applicants must meet strict medical and security clearances, and be prepared for worldwide assignments.

Excellent benefits include medical plans, PTO, and a 401(k) with matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of related experience in program management or related field.
• Must have strong knowledge of American Red Cross programs and military regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of services to military members and families.
• Build relationships with military leadership and community organizations.
• Supervise volunteer Service Delivery staff.
• Develop outreach strategies for International Services U.S. programs.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Public speaking

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to balance multiple priorities

Familiarity with military culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

Job Title: Mobile SAF-IS Regional Program Specialist

Location: Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma (and surrounding area)

Pay: $53,100 - $56,664 per annum

Job Summary

Manage and administer the delivery of American Red Cross services to United States military members, veterans, and their families in accordance with Red Cross policies and procedures. Support the delivery of International Services programs and services. Provide support, development, and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with military leadership, key organizations, and community leaders.
• Develop and implement local needs assessment and Volunteer Program Plan and recruit and train leadership volunteers.
• Provide supervision of volunteer Service Delivery staff and coordinate services to military treatment facilities and VA hospitals.
• Ensure community outreach, special events and projects for SAF/IS U.S. initiatives, and support services to military families.
• Develop outreach strategies for International Services U.S. programs and monitor program outcomes and metrics.
• Manage budgets, expenditures, and financial reporting to support all programs and services.

Mobile Position Requirements

Requires deployment for 6 months at a time, approximately once every 18–24 months to any military base worldwide. Must meet strict medical and security clearances. Must be U.S. citizenship and obtain a secret security clearance and no‑fee U.S. passport. Must accept work assignments worldwide including conflict areas, maintain medical and physical requirements, and may be required to wear military uniforms.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, human resources management, community organization, social or health sciences, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Minimum five years of related experience in program management or related field.
• Skills: Strong computer skills, public speaking, written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, ability to balance multiple priorities, familiarity with military culture, regulations, protocol, and experience with American Red Cross programs.

Work Conditions

• Must perform ordinary ambulatory tasks, stand, walk, lift up to 20 pounds, use keyboard, operate equipment, read technical information.
• May require sitting for long periods, driving, and working under challenging conditions.
• Work indoors with potential exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work.
• May travel for meetings and conferences; may be on 24‑hour call during periods of major disaster.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO starting at 15 days a year
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) with up to 6% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Short‑term and Long‑term disability and insurance
• Service awards and recognition

Equal Employment Opportunity

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local and state Fair Chance ordinances.