Service to the Armed Forces Specialist (SAF), Mobile

Job Description: 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. 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. Relationship Management and Community Outreach : Serves as the "face" of the Red Cross at assigned location. Builds strong relationships with military leadership, key organizations, and community leaders. Cultivates relationships and partnerships with external constituents in the local community, including government organizations, corporate partners, civic organizations, and other community charitable and nonprofit agencies to further the mission of the Red Cross. Outreach includes command meetings, education briefings, presentations, or information sessions. Builds community presence through enhancing marketing opportunities with local Armed Forces Network, utilization of social media platforms, and leveraging local base advertising opportunities to spread the Red Cross mission and service. Volunteer Management : Manages 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. Manages volunteers who will be the primary resource to administer the delivery of American Red Cross services. Develop and implement local needs assessment and Volunteer Program Plan through utilizing process established by Volunteer Resources. 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. Service Delivery Management : Ensures the consistent delivery of SAF and IS U.S. services to all clients in their area. Provides supervision of volunteer service delivery staff. Coordinates services to military treatment facilities and VA hospitals through rehabilitation programs, material assistance, resiliency training and morale items and support. Ensures community outreach, including command meetings and education briefings, presentations, or workshops. Ensures a strong military community outreach program and implementation of special events and projects in support of SAF/IS U.S. initiatives. Manages support services to military members and their families to include family follow-up information and referrals, and other related services. Provides support for the emergency communications center with local information, as appropriate. Develops outreach strategies aimed at promoting International Services U.S. programs to the community and ensuring the local community is aware of what programs and services are available. Financial and Reporting Management : Develops and manages budgets and expenditures to ensure programs are operating within budget to support all programs and services. Monitors and reports on the outcomes and results of programs and services to ensure organizational accountability and makes recommendations for continuous improvement to ensure metrics are consistently met. What you need to succeed: Education: 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. Experience: Minimum five years related experience in program management or related field. Managerial Experience: n/a. Skills and Abilities: Requires strong computer skills. Public speaking skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing are required. Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in an individual or team environment. The ability to balance multiple priorities is essential. Familiarity with military culture, regulations and protocol is strongly desired. Experience with American Red Cross programs and services is strongly desired. Work Conditions: Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate light to medium weights of up to 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle, and working under challenging conditions. Work is performed indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. Staff may be asked to be on 24‑hour call during periods of major disaster. For Mobile Positions Only (Domestic and Overseas settings) Some positions are designated as "Mobile" and subject to unique job requirements. SAF Mobile Staff perform the same basic job responsibilities as non-mobile staff in regions. In addition to those responsibilities, this special workforce is required to deploy on short term temporary assignments, serving alongside military members who are deployed to designated theatres of operation anywhere in the world. Mobile staff must be ready to deploy whenever called upon, and must meet and maintain specific medical and other readiness requirements. Requirements unique to mobile positions include the following. 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. Complete all trainings and requirements to maintain casework proficiency, including working shifts and participating in readiness drills. Respond to emergency, surge, and disaster situations, as needed. To maintain readiness, staff must: Maintain all medical and security requirements. Engage in annual deployment familiarization program to include trainings and meetings. When activated to deploy, participate in additional trainings and meetings to prepare for deployment. Mobility Requirements 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. Must meet strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military. May be required to wear military uniforms, and live and work in harsh and stressful environments in conflict areas. Periodically accompanies the military on deployments. What will give you the competitive edge: Ideal candidates have a passion for supporting military members with the physical stamina and emotional capacity to live and work alongside deployed military members in harsh climates and difficult environments. SAF/IS employees are servant leaders supporting deployed military personnel through difficult situations. Candidates thrive on service and teamwork and must be adaptable with the ability to manage through ambiguity engaging others in problem solving complex issues. Core Competencies Adaptability: Adjust quickly to new situations and tackle challenges. Independent Problem Solving: Handle high-pressure situations by engaging the right people and delivering actionable solutions. Teamwork: Collaborate with team members, volunteers, and military personnel to achieve SAF/IS mission. Servant Leader: Lead by putting others and the mission first and supporting military personnel in uncomfortable situations. Benefits for you: Medical, Dental, Vision plans. Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts. PTO: Starting at 15 days a year, based on type of job and tenure. Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprising six core holidays and five floating holidays. 401K with up to 6% match. Paid Family Leave. Employee Assistance. Disability and Insurance: Short & Long Term. Service awards and recognition. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: 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 may be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state and local fair‑chance ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr