A versatile position within a dynamic nonprofit that provides community-inspired, volunteer-powered disaster relief. The position is responsible for leading groups of skilled and unskilled volunteers in smoke remediation and response projects in disaster-impacted communities.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to Project Manager
Roles reporting to position None
Approximate number of reports 0
Essential Functions
Lead teams of staff and volunteers in residential Smoke Remediation projects and offer skilled troubleshooting and technical advice on worksites.
Teach unskilled volunteers skills and techniques to perform the tasks as safely and efficiently as possible.
Train unskilled volunteers how to safely use tools (e.g., Hepa vacuum, cleaning chemicals etc.) and ensure safety protocols are followed.
Lead teams of volunteers in less technical response scopes of work such as distribution
Ensure compliance with work scope and quality standards
Communicate tasks and expectations clearly to team members, providing effective technical training and constructive feedback when necessary to ensure compliance with project safety and quality standards, tracking near misses and incidents and updating safety procedures accordingly
Maintain a clean, safe and organized work site
Maintain records of work completed including tracking material usage, volunteer hours, and scopes performed, and updating these on organizational platforms such as Salesforce and Google Drive
Positively represent the organization on base and within the community, maintaining excellent relationships with beneficiaries, community members, and other stakeholders
Perform other duties as required
Position Requirements
Education High School Diploma or equivalent.
Related Experience Experience in leading teams of volunteers in a post disaster environment. Previous All Hands and Hearts, AmeriCorps or Peace Corps experience preferred.
Special Competencies/Certifications Must have good written and oral communication skills. Needs to be well organized and able to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent tasks. Strong leadership skills with a proactive approach to identify and solve problems. Able to manage a large workload and perform in a fast paced environment. Valid driver's license required and clean driving record.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Constantly works in outdoor adverse weather conditions
Frequently moves items weighing up to 40 lbs on work site or on base
Frequently ascends/descends ladders and scaffolding
Living in communal environment
High stress situations
Compensation & Benefits
Typical starting salary is $18.25 - $19.25 USD / hour, and up to $20.00 for highly qualified candidates who have previous experience in this role.
Room & board included
Monthly R&R breaks
Travel to and from program location
Medical, vision, and dental insurance plans (US Employees)
Flex Spending Account (US Employees)
401K with safe harbor match for U.S. staff (US Employees)
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We support individuals from around the world and serve communities affected by disasters with purpose. Response, recovery, resilience and renewal are why we exist. Respect for the value of diversity, inclusion and social justice drives us forward every day. Everyone is welcome.
All Hands and Hearts 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, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic.
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