Community Disaster Program Manager
Quick answer
The American Red Cross is hiring an in-office Community Disaster Program Manager in West Chester, PA, to lead disaster response programs, volunteer teams, and community partnerships.
- Role
- Community Disaster Program Manager
- Organization
- American Red Cross
- Location
- West Chester, PA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The American Red Cross is seeking a Community Disaster Program Manager to oversee disaster services programming and lead volunteer teams in Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery Counties. This role involves managing government partnerships, mobilizing community response efforts, and ensuring regional readiness for disaster events. The position requires a hands-on approach to leadership, including the requirement to deploy to disaster relief operations outside the region at least once annually. Successful candidates will focus on building mission capacity and fostering strong community engagement.
What you'll do
- Manage and support employee and volunteer teams for disaster services programming.
- Supervise disaster cycle services activities and functional readiness within the region.
- Lead community mobilization efforts to prepare for and recover from emergencies.
- Act as the local subject matter expert to maximize community engagement.
- Initiate and coordinate disaster relief operations in alignment with organizational standards.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 3 years of related experience.
- At least 1 year of lead or supervisory experience.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to perform regional travel.
- Ability to work outside regular duty hours, including nights and weekends.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, dental, and vision plans; health and flexible spending accounts; 19 days of PTO; 11 paid holidays; 401K with 6% match; paid family leave; employee assistance program; and disability insurance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office role based in West Chester, PA, requiring daily work within the assigned geographic area of Chester, Delaware, or Montgomery County.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
Are there specific requirements regarding disaster deployments?
Yes, employees are required to deploy to disaster relief operations outside of their home region at least once per year.
What are the primary qualifications needed for this role?
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, at least 3 years of related experience, and 1 year of supervisory experience.
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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