Associate, Operations (East Branch) - IL/WI
About The Position
Team Rubicon (TR) is seeking an Associate, Operations (East Branch) to join TR's Programs x Domestic Operations - East Branch team. The Associate, Operations will collaboratively and cooperatively work within their team and on cross-functional teams. This will require working with competing priorities and keeping multiple stakeholders appraised of decisions. This Associate, Operations will build relationships with community partners in emergency management, VOAD and local disaster assistance organizations in Illinois (IL) and Wisconsin (WI). The Associate, Operations will also motivate and inspire coworkers, contractors, volunteer leaders, and volunteers to further Team Rubicon service delivery within assigned geographies. Every day will be a challenge, but every month brings new opportunities for an organization that is quickly becoming a household name in disaster response. This position reports to TR’s Manager, Operations (East Branch) and is hybrid based 2-3 days out of our Tactical Operations Center (TOC) in Chicago, IL.
Requirements
- 1-3 years of relevant professional experience in the military, disaster response, emergency management or first responder fields
- Proven record of personnel management experience such as recruiting, managing, training, and developing employees and volunteers
- Proficient with technology tools and in remote working for communicating and coordinating with a large network of TR staff members, Greyshirts (volunteers), and external stakeholders
Nice To Haves
- Successful past performance in leading volunteers is highly desired
Responsibilities
- Execute Team Rubicon’s strategy to enhance our ability to respond rapidly and locally to disasters.
- Develop and maintain relationships with disaster assistance organizations at the state, county, and city levels.
- Support program delivery of the leadership lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, and development of Greyshirt volunteer leaders.
- Purchasing and expenses according to the Branch budget plan and approving events in the system.
- As needed, provide EOC support and disaster response coordination across relevant agencies.
Benefits
- Flexible Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Generous holiday schedule (including a paid week off between winter holidays)
- Matching 401k contributions up to 4% with no vesting requirement
- 100% company-paid health benefits for employees and their dependents
- Professional development, leadership development and events/conferences
- Paid time off to volunteer with the non-profit of your choice
- One-week all-inclusive onboarding experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
