Oregon Field Rep.-Emergency Disaster & Service Ext.

Recruiting Opportunity Closes:  09.26.2024

Salary Wage:  $48,000.00

Hours Per Week:  40

Status:  Exempt / Full Time

Number of Positions:  1

Department:  EDS/SE

Position Title:  Emergency Disaster & Service Ext. Oregon Field Representative

 

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.  Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume and cover letter.

To apply online go to:  Oregon Field Rep.-Emergency Disaster & Service Ext.

To apply in person go to 8495 SE Monterey Ave., Happy Valley, OR 97086.  Bring a resume and cover letter and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Rashad Bauman at rashad.bauman@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (503) 794-3226.  Mr. Bauman is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

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Qualifications:

• Heart and passion for The Salvation Army’s mission. Natural ability to reflect and model the high standards of The Salvation Army as one of the world’s most distinguished human services charitable organizations.
• Proven ability to supervise, develop, and train personnel.
• Excellent strategic planning skills and experience in emergency management planning.
• Excellent interpersonal and liaison skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good health, allowing for continuous involvement in a high-stress disaster setting.
• General knowledge of The Salvation Army preferred.
• Must be comfortable attending community meetings, meeting city and county officials, and representing The Salvation Army in various groups and situations.

General Summary: 

Under the direction of the Divisional Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) & Service Extension (SE) Director, the EDS & SE Field Representative will support SE personnel and is responsible for assisting in preparedness, response, and recovery activities that affect the Cascade Division as well as its services and programs. The position also conducts emergency management training relevant to the Cascade Division. This position requires traveling throughout the division as territorial when needed.  Finally, this position ensures that Service extension carries out the mission in every assigned zip code of the Cascade Division.

Responsibilities: 

• Supervise, develop, and train EDS/SE team (employees and volunteers) in assigned region.
• Provide monthly report to EDS/SE Director about activities.
• Review income and expenses against budgets and address significant variances.
• Work collaboratively with community organizations.
• Connect with community leaders and systems.
• Submit to the EDS/SE Director a monthly travel plan
• Account for all travel expenditures and submit timely expense reports.
• Work with Corps to develop EDS capacity and strengthen SE partnerships.

Emergency Disaster Services (EDS)

• Coordinate EDS activities with EDS/SE Director
• Participate in and/or conduct trainings and exercises for EDS workers and with emergency management partners as assigned.
• Represent TSA in VOADs and other pertinent non-profit emergency management networks as assigned.
• Represent TSA as a public speaker, emergency management trainer, and/or conference panelist as assigned.
• Attending seminars, conferences, and workshops on related topics, as requested.
• With approval, deploy to national/international disasters to support Salvation Army emerg