Community Disaster Program Manager
Quick answer
The American Red Cross is hiring a mid-level Community Disaster Program Manager for in-office regional work to lead disaster cycle services, manage volunteer teams, and coordinate community readiness and response efforts.
- Role
- Community Disaster Program Manager
- Organization
- American Red Cross
- Location
- Assigned geographic area/region
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The American Red Cross is seeking a Community Disaster Program Manager to lead volunteer-led disaster cycle services and mobilize community partnerships within an assigned geographic area. This role involves building disaster readiness, coordinating disaster relief operations, and cultivating strong relationships with diverse community leaders. The position requires a candidate who can thrive in a matrix management environment and effectively support a team of volunteers. Success is measured by the ability to enhance community resiliency and ensure the effective execution of disaster response strategies.
What you'll do
- Lead and support diverse volunteer teams in disaster cycle services programming.
- Develop and cultivate disaster leadership volunteers to meet readiness and response goals.
- Engage local partners and organizations to increase access to disaster services.
- Initiate and coordinate disaster relief operations in alignment with organizational standards.
- Act as the subject matter expert to maximize Red Cross presence in assigned communities.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience building and leading volunteer teams in social services.
- Valid Driver’s License and a clean MVR.
- Proven record of collaboration with diverse community demographics.
- Ability to work outside of regular duty hours, including nights and weekends.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, Dental, Vision plans, Health and Flexible Spending Accounts, 15+ days of PTO, 11 paid holidays, 401K with 6% match, Paid Family Leave, Employee Assistance Program, and Disability/Insurance coverage.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is an in-office/field-based role where employees are expected to work daily within their assigned geographic area to mobilize communities and support volunteers.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must have at least a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), a minimum of 5 years in volunteer management or social services, and a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should apply through the American Red Cross online career portal using Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox.
How to apply
Apply directly on American Red Cross's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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