SAF - IS Regional Program Specialist, Mobile

About the role

The American Red Cross is seeking a Mobile SAF-IS Regional Program Specialist at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio and surrounding area. This position supports the Service to Armed Forces and International Services Division mission.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer the delivery of American Red Cross services to meet the needs of United States military members, veterans, and their families in accordance with Red Cross policies and procedures.
• Serve as the “face” of the Red Cross at assigned location, building strong relationships with military leadership, key organizations, and community leaders.
• Provide support, development, and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.
• Ensure the consistent delivery of SAF and IS U.S. services to all clients in their area.
• Manage a volunteer engagement program and cycle to enable delivery of all Red Cross programs and services on a military installation and in their local community.
• Develop and implement local needs assessment and Volunteer Program Plan.
• Recruit and train leadership volunteers to support placement and supervision of staff and programs in the delivery of SAF/IS U.S. programs and services, Training Services, Disaster Cycle Services, and providing support to Armed Forces Blood Services.
• Effectively utilize the Volunteer Connection Platform to manage, document, train, recognize and communicate with volunteers within the local footprint.
• Support both the day-to-day operations and emergency needs of the Hero Care Center as a member of the Hero Care Network Contingency Team.
• Respond to emergency, surge, and disaster situations, as needed.
• Maintain readiness by completing all trainings and requirements to maintain casework proficiency, including working shifts and participating in readiness drills.
• Engage in annual deployment familiarization program to include trainings and meetings.
• Participate in additional trainings and meetings to prepare for deployment.
• Meet strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military.
• May be required to wear military uniforms, live and work in harsh and stressful environments in conflict areas, and accompany the military on deployments.

Requirements

• A minimum of five years related experience in program management or related field.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must be able to obtain a secret security clearance and a no-fee U.S. passport.
• Worldwide mobility is a condition of employment and an essential function of this position.
• Must accept work assignments anywhere in the world, including conflict areas, where the American Red Cross is providing services to members of the military and their families.
• Must meet strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military.
• May be required to wear military uniforms, live and work in harsh and stressful environments in conflict areas, and accompany the military on deployments.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong computer skills.
• Public speaking skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in an individual or team environment.
• The ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with military culture, regulations and protocol.
• Experience with American Red Cross programs and services.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, human resources management, community organization, social or health sciences, or related field is required; or related equivalent experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must be able to obtain a secret security clearance and a no-fee U.S. passport.
• Worldwide mobility is a condition of employment and an essential function of this position.
• Must meet strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military.
• May be required to wear military uniforms, live and work in harsh and stressful environments in conflict areas, and accompany the military on deployments.

Pay

Competitive compensation and benefits.

Schedule

No relocation assistance is available for this position.