American Red Cross
Executive Director
American Red Cross, Hagerstown, Maryland, us, 21749
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?Join us - Where your Career is a Force for Good!Job Description:Why Choose Us?This position is based in Hagerstown, MD.As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity.
Work where your career is a force for good.We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!We are currently seeking a professional, innovative and enthusiastic Executive Director for our Greater Shenandoah Valley Chapter, based in Hagerstown, MD.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:This position involves very little operational responsibility. It is an external-facing, community relations position. It is a plus if the successful candidate has established connections within the community.This position is responsible for supporting region-led mission capacity building, informing the regional leadership team of community needs and perceptions, and strengthening relationships across all elements of the community by communicating the American Red Cross programs, capabilities and opportunities for community involvement. Reporting to the Regional Chief Executive Officer, the position serves as the primary liaison to the community supported by Community Volunteer Leaders and the Chapter Board. This position works alongside the volunteers and employees assigned to deliver mission fulfillment in the Region and Chapter and is a member of the Region Leadership Team.This is accomplished through the following key areas of responsibility:Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community's recognition of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community.Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals.Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission.Develops and manages community volunteer leaders to serve as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; to support mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships; and to recruit volunteers.Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission. Serves, when assigned, as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses across the nation.WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:Education:
Four-year college degree (BS/BA) in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance or non-profit administration or equivalent experience required. Prefer Master's degree in the field of community organization, public or business administration or non-profit management.Experience:
Minimum of 5 years related experience. Demonstrated ability to exercise good and timely judgment in complex situations. Demonstrated ability for strong communications and influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies. Demonstrated ability to build sustain community relationships/partnerships. Proven experience in influencing others and building relationships.Management Experience:
Minimum 1 year related management/supervisory experience preferred. Experience working in an environment requiring flexibility and managing change.Other:
Proficient with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal state and local employment laws.Skills & Abilities:
Ability to work on a team.Travel:
Travel within communities served and region, occasionally division. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required.*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).BENEFITS FOR YOU:We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.Medical, Dental Vision plansHealth Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending AccountsPTO + Holidays401K with 4% matchPaid Family LeaveEmployee AssistanceDisability and Insurance: Short + Long TermService Awards and recognitionIND123Apply 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.
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Work where your career is a force for good.We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!We are currently seeking a professional, innovative and enthusiastic Executive Director for our Greater Shenandoah Valley Chapter, based in Hagerstown, MD.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:This position involves very little operational responsibility. It is an external-facing, community relations position. It is a plus if the successful candidate has established connections within the community.This position is responsible for supporting region-led mission capacity building, informing the regional leadership team of community needs and perceptions, and strengthening relationships across all elements of the community by communicating the American Red Cross programs, capabilities and opportunities for community involvement. Reporting to the Regional Chief Executive Officer, the position serves as the primary liaison to the community supported by Community Volunteer Leaders and the Chapter Board. This position works alongside the volunteers and employees assigned to deliver mission fulfillment in the Region and Chapter and is a member of the Region Leadership Team.This is accomplished through the following key areas of responsibility:Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community's recognition of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community.Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals.Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission.Develops and manages community volunteer leaders to serve as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; to support mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships; and to recruit volunteers.Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission. Serves, when assigned, as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses across the nation.WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:Education:
Four-year college degree (BS/BA) in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance or non-profit administration or equivalent experience required. Prefer Master's degree in the field of community organization, public or business administration or non-profit management.Experience:
Minimum of 5 years related experience. Demonstrated ability to exercise good and timely judgment in complex situations. Demonstrated ability for strong communications and influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies. Demonstrated ability to build sustain community relationships/partnerships. Proven experience in influencing others and building relationships.Management Experience:
Minimum 1 year related management/supervisory experience preferred. Experience working in an environment requiring flexibility and managing change.Other:
Proficient with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal state and local employment laws.Skills & Abilities:
Ability to work on a team.Travel:
Travel within communities served and region, occasionally division. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required.*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).BENEFITS FOR YOU:We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.Medical, Dental Vision plansHealth Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending AccountsPTO + Holidays401K with 4% matchPaid Family LeaveEmployee AssistanceDisability and Insurance: Short + Long TermService Awards and recognitionIND123Apply 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.
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