FIELD COORDINATOR - PRIVATE PROPERTY DEBRIS REMOVAL

AmeriCorps St. Louis•St. Louis, MO

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Field Coordinator, PPDR is integral to the AmeriCorps private property debris removal to support residents impacted by the May 16 tornado in St. Louis City. The Field Coordinator, PPDR will have responsibilities for training, coordination, and leadership to ensure a positive and safe experience for crew members. The Field Coordinator, PPDR must have the ability to assist in personnel management, equipment maintenance, and training delivery in technical and personal development skills. Both office and field operations are required by this position and a flexible schedule is a necessity.

Requirements

1-3 years experience with direct oversight of field work and team leadership
Ability to problem-solve and respond competently to situations associated with managing young adults
Working knowledge of disaster response, debris removal and chainsaw use
Initiative to act independently with minimal supervision
Maintain clean and insurable driving record & valid driver’s license
Must pass criminal history background checks

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in coaching and facilitating training
S-212 B or Level 2 Faller certification, or 2 years professional chainsaw use
First Aid / CPR certification
Prior AmeriCorps or service program experience
Professional written/verbal communication skills
Flexibility, adaptability, and capacity to work in a fluid, changing work environment
Bachelor’s Degree

Responsibilities

Ensure project quality by providing oversight to PPDR crew(s) in the field
Provide technical expertise, guidance, and correction to crew members
Communicate directly with disasters survivors for weekly worksite scheduling
Model risk management procedures in the field to create a safe environment
Monitor safety / medical incidents and field and respond to emergency situations
Maintain partnerships with community and project partners through regular project reporting and meeting participation
Monitor and maintain overall program policy compliance as it relates to ACSTL guidelines
Provide encouragement, support, and supervision to crew leads
Observe crew members to ensure adherence to quality standards, policies and procedures, and provide timely and relevant coaching and/or resources as needed
Contribute to HR documentation including performance feedback, discipline, timekeeping, etc.
Manage database entry for accurate work order status reporting
Oversee and maintain supply inventory, tool cache and vehicle use
Approve crew member timesheets for payroll
Work within an established program budget; manage credit cards, receipts, and financial reporting.