American Red Cross
Wichita, Kansas
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? **** As a condition of employment with American Red Cross, you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID 19 or qualify for an exemption, except in states where it is prohibited by law. Accordingly, employment is conditioned on providing proof of vaccination or having an approved exemption prior to starting employment **** Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: Join the American Red Cross Team-Where your career is a force for good! No experience needed – we train! Pay: Starting rate $15.52 Benefits: 401 (K) with employer match Excellent Health/Dental/Vision insurance Paid time off & holidays Paid Family Leave (where applicable) Career Advancement Opportunities About this Role As a Blood Collections Staff member, you’ll use your compassion and healthcare and/or customer service skills to collect lifesaving blood donations from our volunteer donors and ensure they have the best experience possible. Your driving experience will assist us with transporting equipment and setting up at the collection sites throughout the local community. The Red Cross offers paid phlebotomy training with the ability to grow your healthcare skills and career within the nation’s top humanitarian organization. To learn more about being a phlebotomist, watch this short video: rdcrss.org/lifesavingrole Responsibilities Take the time to personally connect with donors – listen to their stories and help them understand the value of their donation Contribute to a friendly and fun environment. Team up with your co-workers to keep our donors coming back again and again Be detailed oriented all day, every day, to ensure that the blood you collect meets goals, regulatory requirements and can be safely transfused To best meet the needs of our donors and community, Blood Collection Staff work a variable schedule including early mornings, late nights, weekends and holidays The aforementioned responsibilities of the Blood Collection Staff describe the general nature and level of work and are not an exhaustive list Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required Customer service experience and effective verbal communication skills are required Ability to work a variable schedule including early mornings, late nights, weekends and holidays. Overnight travel may be required A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required. Experience driving larger vehicles preferred. Basic computer skills required Physical requirements may include the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., occasionally physically assisting donors experiencing an adverse reaction, as well as pushing or pulling heavy weights up and down ramps and stairs (potentially up to 250 lbs. in weight and with up to 75-degree angles). Physical requirements may be performed in adverse weather conditions. Ability to load and unload vehicles with or without reasonable accommodations. DOT certification may be required in some locations. If required, must pass applicable DOT physical and related requirements and be able to possess or obtain a medical certification of at least one-year duration. The American Red Cross requires all new hires be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, except in states where it is prohibited by law. This means that all individuals working for the organization must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or seek an exemption. You can visit https://www.cdc.gov/ for more information regarding the COVID-19 vaccine. Upon being offered a position, individuals will be required to submit proof of vaccination. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or religious reasons, you may qualify for an exemption. If seeking an exemption, you will be required to submit documentation at the time of offer and your request must be approved prior to hire. Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? **** As a condition of employment with American Red Cross, you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID 19 or qualify for an exemption, except in states where it is prohibited by law. Accordingly, employment is conditioned on providing proof of vaccination or having an approved exemption prior to starting employment **** Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: Join the American Red Cross Team-Where your career is a force for good! No experience needed – we train! Pay: Starting rate $15.52 Benefits: 401 (K) with employer match Excellent Health/Dental/Vision insurance Paid time off & holidays Paid Family Leave (where applicable) Career Advancement Opportunities About this Role As a Blood Collections Staff member, you’ll use your compassion and healthcare and/or customer service skills to collect lifesaving blood donations from our volunteer donors and ensure they have the best experience possible. Your driving experience will assist us with transporting equipment and setting up at the collection sites throughout the local community. The Red Cross offers paid phlebotomy training with the ability to grow your healthcare skills and career within the nation’s top humanitarian organization. To learn more about being a phlebotomist, watch this short video: rdcrss.org/lifesavingrole Responsibilities Take the time to personally connect with donors – listen to their stories and help them understand the value of their donation Contribute to a friendly and fun environment. Team up with your co-workers to keep our donors coming back again and again Be detailed oriented all day, every day, to ensure that the blood you collect meets goals, regulatory requirements and can be safely transfused To best meet the needs of our donors and community, Blood Collection Staff work a variable schedule including early mornings, late nights, weekends and holidays The aforementioned responsibilities of the Blood Collection Staff describe the general nature and level of work and are not an exhaustive list Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required Customer service experience and effective verbal communication skills are required Ability to work a variable schedule including early mornings, late nights, weekends and holidays. Overnight travel may be required A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required. Experience driving larger vehicles preferred. Basic computer skills required Physical requirements may include the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., occasionally physically assisting donors experiencing an adverse reaction, as well as pushing or pulling heavy weights up and down ramps and stairs (potentially up to 250 lbs. in weight and with up to 75-degree angles). Physical requirements may be performed in adverse weather conditions. Ability to load and unload vehicles with or without reasonable accommodations. DOT certification may be required in some locations. If required, must pass applicable DOT physical and related requirements and be able to possess or obtain a medical certification of at least one-year duration. The American Red Cross requires all new hires be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, except in states where it is prohibited by law. This means that all individuals working for the organization must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or seek an exemption. You can visit https://www.cdc.gov/ for more information regarding the COVID-19 vaccine. Upon being offered a position, individuals will be required to submit proof of vaccination. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or religious reasons, you may qualify for an exemption. If seeking an exemption, you will be required to submit documentation at the time of offer and your request must be approved prior to hire. Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
American Red Cross
Wichita, Kansas
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? **** As a condition of employment with American Red Cross, you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID 19 or qualify for an exemption, except in states where it is prohibited by law. Accordingly, employment is conditioned on providing proof of vaccination or having an approved exemption prior to starting employment **** Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: Regional Donor Services Executive - Kansas Oklahoma Region NOTE: This is NOT a work from home opportunity. The location preference for this opportunity is Wichita, KS. There is some flexibility with location, and the selected candidate must live within a reasonable commuting distance to an office location within the Kansas Oklahoma region. Leads Donor Services activities at the regional level to accomplish goals and objectives. Works in a collaborative fashion on project teams at all levels and leads change management initiatives. Develops and implements plans and projects to support low cost producer strategy, focusing on efficiency of operations, including resource utilization, improving the donor and sponsor experience, and achieving assigned production targets. Develops strategy for retention of sponsor accounts and donors. Oversees management team responsible for donor recruitment and blood collections while partnering with direct to donor, patient services, and fixed site executives to achieve cost-effective collections. Demonstrates and manages highly collaborative teams focused on achieving the organization’s objectives. Sets up staff to be successful in achieving assigned targets as well as having a rewarding and balanced work experience. Interacts with executives inside and outside the Red Cross. Maintains community relations and advances the Red Cross brand. For use in Regions with annual unit goals at or above 130,000. Performs all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. Provides support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Responsibilities 1. Has overall responsibility for development and execution of the region’s operational plan. Focuses on the expansion of efficient collections, the reduction of waste and inefficiencies, continuous improvements in quality, and improving donor and sponsor satisfaction. 2. Ensure the execution of effective recruitment plans and account oversight which supports achievement of system and patient need. Monitors and improves operational activities. Ensures the adoption and implementation of system improvements in recruitment and drive management operations. 3. Oversight of multiple department functional managers and/or additional regional functional areas to ensure achievement of annual collection goals in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible. Develop departmental supervisors and other collection and Donor Recruitment staff in accordance with personnel policies and bargaining unit contracts, including performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and employment decisions, to enhance success of operation, promote teamwork and minimize turnover. 4. Develop, implement and monitor process improvement/quality improvement initiatives and staff training protocols. Ensure timely implementation and compliance with American Red Cross directives, Federal, State and local regulatory requirements. Documentation of training and regulatory communications is accurate and timely. 5. Partners with the Chapter Regional Executive to solicit community and volunteer involvement to integrate Red Cross activities in the community. Working together, the Regional Executives are the “face of Red Cross” in the community. 6. Monitors budgets, forecasts and operational results and takes appropriate actions to achieve the low-cost producer strategy. 7. Maintains a mid and long-term perspective, and links current activities to long term plans. Has ability to adjust to changes in strategy and effectively execute and communicate same to staff. Effective change leader. 8. Displays leadership by recognizing, rewarding and motivating staff as part of organization’s ongoing efforts to reduce turnover and increase staff engagement. Communicates vision and linkages to promote understanding. Establishes and monitors performance objectives, develops direct reports and teams, delegates responsibility, and maintains trust and accountability. ------------------------- Scope: Establishes policies appropriate for the function. Interprets and recommends modifications to company-wide policies and practices. ------------------------- Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree preferred. Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in a dynamic, multi-task operational environment with budget responsibility or a profit and loss focus. Experience working in matrix environment and demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate across functions lines required. Healthcare or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience preferred. Management Experience: Minimum of 7 years management experience required. Skills and Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to work on a team. Must demonstrate ability to attract, motivate, and retain staff. Ability to build effective teams and lead with managerial courage. Ability to manage processes effectively. Business acumen and customer focus. Strong problem-solving ability. Travel: May involve travel. * Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). ------------------------- Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. *LI-MM1 IND123 Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? **** As a condition of employment with American Red Cross, you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID 19 or qualify for an exemption, except in states where it is prohibited by law. Accordingly, employment is conditioned on providing proof of vaccination or having an approved exemption prior to starting employment **** Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: Regional Donor Services Executive - Kansas Oklahoma Region NOTE: This is NOT a work from home opportunity. The location preference for this opportunity is Wichita, KS. There is some flexibility with location, and the selected candidate must live within a reasonable commuting distance to an office location within the Kansas Oklahoma region. Leads Donor Services activities at the regional level to accomplish goals and objectives. Works in a collaborative fashion on project teams at all levels and leads change management initiatives. Develops and implements plans and projects to support low cost producer strategy, focusing on efficiency of operations, including resource utilization, improving the donor and sponsor experience, and achieving assigned production targets. Develops strategy for retention of sponsor accounts and donors. Oversees management team responsible for donor recruitment and blood collections while partnering with direct to donor, patient services, and fixed site executives to achieve cost-effective collections. Demonstrates and manages highly collaborative teams focused on achieving the organization’s objectives. Sets up staff to be successful in achieving assigned targets as well as having a rewarding and balanced work experience. Interacts with executives inside and outside the Red Cross. Maintains community relations and advances the Red Cross brand. For use in Regions with annual unit goals at or above 130,000. Performs all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. Provides support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Responsibilities 1. Has overall responsibility for development and execution of the region’s operational plan. Focuses on the expansion of efficient collections, the reduction of waste and inefficiencies, continuous improvements in quality, and improving donor and sponsor satisfaction. 2. Ensure the execution of effective recruitment plans and account oversight which supports achievement of system and patient need. Monitors and improves operational activities. Ensures the adoption and implementation of system improvements in recruitment and drive management operations. 3. Oversight of multiple department functional managers and/or additional regional functional areas to ensure achievement of annual collection goals in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible. Develop departmental supervisors and other collection and Donor Recruitment staff in accordance with personnel policies and bargaining unit contracts, including performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and employment decisions, to enhance success of operation, promote teamwork and minimize turnover. 4. Develop, implement and monitor process improvement/quality improvement initiatives and staff training protocols. Ensure timely implementation and compliance with American Red Cross directives, Federal, State and local regulatory requirements. Documentation of training and regulatory communications is accurate and timely. 5. Partners with the Chapter Regional Executive to solicit community and volunteer involvement to integrate Red Cross activities in the community. Working together, the Regional Executives are the “face of Red Cross” in the community. 6. Monitors budgets, forecasts and operational results and takes appropriate actions to achieve the low-cost producer strategy. 7. Maintains a mid and long-term perspective, and links current activities to long term plans. Has ability to adjust to changes in strategy and effectively execute and communicate same to staff. Effective change leader. 8. Displays leadership by recognizing, rewarding and motivating staff as part of organization’s ongoing efforts to reduce turnover and increase staff engagement. Communicates vision and linkages to promote understanding. Establishes and monitors performance objectives, develops direct reports and teams, delegates responsibility, and maintains trust and accountability. ------------------------- Scope: Establishes policies appropriate for the function. Interprets and recommends modifications to company-wide policies and practices. ------------------------- Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree preferred. Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in a dynamic, multi-task operational environment with budget responsibility or a profit and loss focus. Experience working in matrix environment and demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate across functions lines required. Healthcare or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience preferred. Management Experience: Minimum of 7 years management experience required. Skills and Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to work on a team. Must demonstrate ability to attract, motivate, and retain staff. Ability to build effective teams and lead with managerial courage. Ability to manage processes effectively. Business acumen and customer focus. Strong problem-solving ability. Travel: May involve travel. * Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). ------------------------- Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. *LI-MM1 IND123 Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
American Red Cross
Wichita, Kansas
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? **** As a condition of employment with American Red Cross, you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID 19 or qualify for an exemption, except in states where it is prohibited by law. Accordingly, employment is conditioned on providing proof of vaccination or having an approved exemption prior to starting employment **** Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: The Services to the Armed Forces (SAF) and International Services (IS) mission is to provide care and comfort to the members of the United States Armed Forces and their families. It is the impetus for the establishment of the American Red Cross (ARC). SAF at the Red Cross is a mixture of both tradition and innovation. ARC continues to provide traditional support to military families; serve in military and veterans hospitals, and conduct emergency communication. But, we also continually adapt our traditional services and create new programs to meet the needs of today’s military member, veterans and their families. The American Red Cross is currently seeking a full-time SAF/IS Regional Program Specialist in Wichita, KS to support the Service to Armed Forces and International Services (SAF-IS) missions throughout the state of Kansas. This position is regional, but also part of our mobile staff which requires meeting strict medical and security clearances prior to employment. In a mobile role, worldwide deployment is a condition of employment. Mobile staff members deploy for 6 months at a time approximately once every 18 months, and can be sent to any military base in the world. Job Summary The SAF-IS Regional Program Specialist assists in the delivery of American Red Cross programs and services to meet the needs of United States military members, veterans and their families in accordance with Red Cross policies and procedures, but will focused on supporting the delivery of International Services (IS) U.S. programs and services to include International Humanitarian Law (IHL), Youth Action Campaign (YAC) and Restoring Family Links (RFL). This is accomplished through managing volunteers and working with other Red Cross departments to support strong visibility for SAF/IS U.S. in the community. The RPS also serves as part of the Hero Care Center Contingency Team. Will act as the first line of supervision and support to provide casework expertise and manage volunteers and other staff members during surge situations and disaster responses. Supports Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) as necessary in accordance with the DCS COOP SAF responsibilities. Maintains deployment readiness at all times by completing medical requirements, clearance requirements and by completing ongoing training requirements to maintain proficiency with casework and relationship management. Primary Responsibilities 1. Relationship Management and Community Outreach: Serves as the “face” of the Red Cross throughout your region. 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 with the purpose of furthering the mission of the Red Cross. Outreach includes command meetings, education briefings, presentations or information sessions. Will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective command relationships during deployment. 2. Volunteer Management: Develops and implements a strategic volunteer program to engage and enable delivery of all Red Cross programs and services on a military installation. Recruits and trains volunteers in the delivery of SAF programs and services, Preparedness, Health & Safety Services, Disaster Cycle Services, and providing support to Armed Forces Blood Services, Supervises volunteer staff in their daily work responsibilities. 3. Service Delivery Management: Ensures the delivery of SAF core services to all clients within their jurisdiction. Supports other lines of ARC service to ensure the delivery of Preparedness, Health and Safety Services training, disaster preparedness and response and Red Cross Blood Services. Services may include conducting training, meetings, presentations, and workshops as well as scheduling, recruitment, marketing and providing materials and support throughout the community. 4. Hero Care Network Contingency Team: Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) during emergency situations at the SAF Hero Care Center. 5. Deployment Readiness: Mobile staff are required to deploy and maintain readiness at all times. In order to maintain their annual readiness certification, the following is required: Deployment Familiarization Training on military culture and protocols, command relationships, do’s & don’ts while deployed and scenario-based situations. Advanced leadership training and advanced casework training must be completed. All trainings must be recertified annually to ensure continued readiness Once activated for deployment, staff will meet regularly with senior leadership to ensure readiness and ability to backfill OCONUS SAF-IS Mobile positions as needed. Additional training with site specific scenarios with the current staff members at their deployment location is required. Additional deployment medical requirements must be met. Must obtain a no-fee passport prior to deployment and a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) upon arrival. 6. Reporting & Admin Support: Monitors and reports on American Red Cross Service Delivery Outcomes. • Interact with customers and other teams to obtain data to document outcomes and program results to ensure organizational accountability. • Input and Evaluate Service Delivery Data for consistency completeness, accuracy, reasonableness. • Generate data reports on a scheduled and/ or periodic basis for management or local command. • Makes recommendations for continuous improvement to ensure metrics are consistently met. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, human resources management, community organization, social or health sciences, or related field; or relevant equivalent experience is required. Experience: At minimum, three years of related experience required. Management Experience: At least one year of management experience is strongly preferred. 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. Experience with American Red Cross programs and services is strongly desired. Familiarity with military culture, regulations and protocol is strongly desired. Travel: Must have a valid driver's license required Mobile staff 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 also required to deploy on short term temporary assignments, serving alongside military members who are deployed to designated theaters of operations anywhere in the world. Mobile staff must be ready to deploy whenever called upon, and to do so are required to meet and maintain specific medical and other readiness requirements. Requirements unique to mobile positions include the following: World-wide mobility is a condition of employment. It is an essential function of this position and employees must accept assignments anywhere in the world where we provide services to members of the U.S. military and their families. Mobile staff members must be US citizens and able to obtain/maintain a secret security clearance and no-fee U.S. passport. Must meet and maintain strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military and Department of Defense. Responsible for proper wear and maintenance of daily Red Cross Duty Uniform, and live and work in harsh and stressful environment in conflict areas. Periodically accompanies the military on deployments. Some station offices are in remote locations without public transportation. An interim Secret Security Clearance must be obtained if SSC is not currently held. When deployed, you may be required to work 12-hour shifts, 7 days a week. Privacy is often limited and you may have to share accommodations with co-workers, military members, etc. The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization that creates a culture of collaboration and team spirit. We offer our employee’s a competitive salary, wide range of generous benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with match; paid time off, holidays and floating holidays. Also, we encourage professional development and provide growth opportunities. IND123 *LI-POST Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? **** As a condition of employment with American Red Cross, you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID 19 or qualify for an exemption, except in states where it is prohibited by law. Accordingly, employment is conditioned on providing proof of vaccination or having an approved exemption prior to starting employment **** Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: The Services to the Armed Forces (SAF) and International Services (IS) mission is to provide care and comfort to the members of the United States Armed Forces and their families. It is the impetus for the establishment of the American Red Cross (ARC). SAF at the Red Cross is a mixture of both tradition and innovation. ARC continues to provide traditional support to military families; serve in military and veterans hospitals, and conduct emergency communication. But, we also continually adapt our traditional services and create new programs to meet the needs of today’s military member, veterans and their families. The American Red Cross is currently seeking a full-time SAF/IS Regional Program Specialist in Wichita, KS to support the Service to Armed Forces and International Services (SAF-IS) missions throughout the state of Kansas. This position is regional, but also part of our mobile staff which requires meeting strict medical and security clearances prior to employment. In a mobile role, worldwide deployment is a condition of employment. Mobile staff members deploy for 6 months at a time approximately once every 18 months, and can be sent to any military base in the world. Job Summary The SAF-IS Regional Program Specialist assists in the delivery of American Red Cross programs and services to meet the needs of United States military members, veterans and their families in accordance with Red Cross policies and procedures, but will focused on supporting the delivery of International Services (IS) U.S. programs and services to include International Humanitarian Law (IHL), Youth Action Campaign (YAC) and Restoring Family Links (RFL). This is accomplished through managing volunteers and working with other Red Cross departments to support strong visibility for SAF/IS U.S. in the community. The RPS also serves as part of the Hero Care Center Contingency Team. Will act as the first line of supervision and support to provide casework expertise and manage volunteers and other staff members during surge situations and disaster responses. Supports Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) as necessary in accordance with the DCS COOP SAF responsibilities. Maintains deployment readiness at all times by completing medical requirements, clearance requirements and by completing ongoing training requirements to maintain proficiency with casework and relationship management. Primary Responsibilities 1. Relationship Management and Community Outreach: Serves as the “face” of the Red Cross throughout your region. 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 with the purpose of furthering the mission of the Red Cross. Outreach includes command meetings, education briefings, presentations or information sessions. Will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective command relationships during deployment. 2. Volunteer Management: Develops and implements a strategic volunteer program to engage and enable delivery of all Red Cross programs and services on a military installation. Recruits and trains volunteers in the delivery of SAF programs and services, Preparedness, Health & Safety Services, Disaster Cycle Services, and providing support to Armed Forces Blood Services, Supervises volunteer staff in their daily work responsibilities. 3. Service Delivery Management: Ensures the delivery of SAF core services to all clients within their jurisdiction. Supports other lines of ARC service to ensure the delivery of Preparedness, Health and Safety Services training, disaster preparedness and response and Red Cross Blood Services. Services may include conducting training, meetings, presentations, and workshops as well as scheduling, recruitment, marketing and providing materials and support throughout the community. 4. Hero Care Network Contingency Team: Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) during emergency situations at the SAF Hero Care Center. 5. Deployment Readiness: Mobile staff are required to deploy and maintain readiness at all times. In order to maintain their annual readiness certification, the following is required: Deployment Familiarization Training on military culture and protocols, command relationships, do’s & don’ts while deployed and scenario-based situations. Advanced leadership training and advanced casework training must be completed. All trainings must be recertified annually to ensure continued readiness Once activated for deployment, staff will meet regularly with senior leadership to ensure readiness and ability to backfill OCONUS SAF-IS Mobile positions as needed. Additional training with site specific scenarios with the current staff members at their deployment location is required. Additional deployment medical requirements must be met. Must obtain a no-fee passport prior to deployment and a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) upon arrival. 6. Reporting & Admin Support: Monitors and reports on American Red Cross Service Delivery Outcomes. • Interact with customers and other teams to obtain data to document outcomes and program results to ensure organizational accountability. • Input and Evaluate Service Delivery Data for consistency completeness, accuracy, reasonableness. • Generate data reports on a scheduled and/ or periodic basis for management or local command. • Makes recommendations for continuous improvement to ensure metrics are consistently met. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, human resources management, community organization, social or health sciences, or related field; or relevant equivalent experience is required. Experience: At minimum, three years of related experience required. Management Experience: At least one year of management experience is strongly preferred. 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. Experience with American Red Cross programs and services is strongly desired. Familiarity with military culture, regulations and protocol is strongly desired. Travel: Must have a valid driver's license required Mobile staff 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 also required to deploy on short term temporary assignments, serving alongside military members who are deployed to designated theaters of operations anywhere in the world. Mobile staff must be ready to deploy whenever called upon, and to do so are required to meet and maintain specific medical and other readiness requirements. Requirements unique to mobile positions include the following: World-wide mobility is a condition of employment. It is an essential function of this position and employees must accept assignments anywhere in the world where we provide services to members of the U.S. military and their families. Mobile staff members must be US citizens and able to obtain/maintain a secret security clearance and no-fee U.S. passport. Must meet and maintain strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military and Department of Defense. Responsible for proper wear and maintenance of daily Red Cross Duty Uniform, and live and work in harsh and stressful environment in conflict areas. Periodically accompanies the military on deployments. Some station offices are in remote locations without public transportation. An interim Secret Security Clearance must be obtained if SSC is not currently held. When deployed, you may be required to work 12-hour shifts, 7 days a week. Privacy is often limited and you may have to share accommodations with co-workers, military members, etc. The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization that creates a culture of collaboration and team spirit. We offer our employee’s a competitive salary, wide range of generous benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with match; paid time off, holidays and floating holidays. Also, we encourage professional development and provide growth opportunities. IND123 *LI-POST Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
