Regional Disaster Officer
Quick answer
The American Red Cross is hiring a Regional Disaster Officer for the Central & South Texas Region, paying $125,760.00 - $138,300.00, to lead disaster services, strategy development, and operational readiness.
- Role
- Regional Disaster Officer
- Organization
- American Red Cross
- Location
- Central & South Texas Region
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $125,760.00 - $138,300.00
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The American Red Cross is seeking a Regional Disaster Officer to lead disaster services, strategy development, and operational readiness in the Central & South Texas Region.
What you'll do
- Serve as the region’s senior leader and thought leader in emergency services, disaster policy, disaster operations, preparedness, recovery, and community resilience.
- Lead the development, communication, and execution of a comprehensive regional disaster services strategy.
- Ensure that the region is prepared to execute a comprehensive and coordinated disaster response.
- Develop, engage, and support disaster volunteers.
- Mobilize communities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies.
- Ensure strong coordination and communication with municipal, county, state, and federal government partners.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum of 10 years of related experience.
- Experience leading through other leaders, including directors or senior managers.
- Demonstrated ability to build strong teams, develop leaders, coach performance, create accountability, delegate effectively, and empower employees to make sound decisions.
- Proven experience managing complex programs, multiple workstreams, competing priorities, budgets, timelines, risks, stakeholders, and performance measures.
- Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, facilitation, and public speaking skills.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, Dental Vision plans, Health Spending Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, PTO, Holidays, 401K with 6% match, Paid Family Leave, Employee Assistance, Disability and Insurance, Short + Long Term, Service Awards and recognition
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in the Central & South Texas Region.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is $125,760.00 - $138,300.00.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree, 10+ years of related experience, and demonstrated leadership and strategic planning capabilities.
How do I apply?
Apply now on the American Red Cross website.
Is the job remote?
The job location is not specified, but travel is required.
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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