Job description
Team Rubicon (TR) is seeking a Deputy Director, Mission Support (Resources) to join TR’s Programs x Mission Support team! The Deputy Director, Mission Support (Resources) will lead a motivated team of managers and associates and requires a detailed understanding of all operational functions within the Operations department including Logistics and Mobilization. The Deputy Director, Mission Support, will implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization, foster cross-team collaboration to achieve those goals, and drive the delivery of Team Rubicon’s services in their assigned functions within the Mission Support Branch.
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’sDirector, Mission Support and is based in Atlanta, GA.
Duties:
- Oversee the personnel mobilization process and logistical resources for domestic and international operations.
- Manage the Logistics and Mobilization Teams, including full-time, leased employees, and Greyshirt volunteers, across the Team Rubicon Operations Department.
- Ensure safe, efficient, and impactful delivery of Team Rubicon services.
- Ensure the development and maintenance of rapport with internal and external stakeholders.
- Develop team performance goals and objectives while coaching direct reports and managers on performance management.
- Assist with planning and budgeting for operational needs based on the department’s projections.
- Ensure that purchases, expenses, and records are in accordance with the Operations Department budget and comply with legal requirements.
- Oversee tracking, procurement, and distribution of volunteer resources, equipment, and supplies.
- Oversee the maintenance and management processes for fleet vehicles and equipment.
- Manage and continuously improve the mobilization and logistics process in ways that facilitate scaling of execution without sacrificing accuracy and accountability.
- Facilitate collaboration with various teams to identify inefficiencies, develop solutions, and communicate decisions.
- Collect and analyze trends that inform decisions and refine processes to improve the Greyshirt Volunteer Experience.
- Manage databases to ensure the information is accurate, consistent, and accessible to essential personnel.
- Support the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during activations.
Emergency Operations Support Duties
- Ensure the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) facilities are maintained and prepared for activation.
- Serve as a key member of the Emergency Operations Team (EOT) during disaster situations.
- Assume a designated position within the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and perform all duties assigned by the EOC leadership.
- Participate in the activation, operation, and deactivation of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), ensuring effective coordination of responses.
Disaster Response Coordination Duties
- Assist in developing and implementing disaster response strategies to ensure resources are deployed efficiently.
- Facilitate communication between functional support, field operations, the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), and external stakeholders.
Education and Background:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 7-10 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 an extensive network of TR staff members, Greyshirts (volunteers), and external stakeholders
- Successful past performance in leading volunteers is highly desired
Special Requirements:
- This is a full-time; REMOTE / HYBRID position based out of Atlanta, GA and provides a flexible & non-traditional work schedule (relocation expenses not provided)
- Evening and weekend schedule supporting leadership meetings, video conferences, events, and operations
- Local Travel: Reliable transportation is required. The person filling this position will be expected to travel within their local area to support ongoing efforts
- Other Travel: At least 25% non-local travel to support broader organizational activities.
Job Type:
- Full-time; salary, exempt
Pay Range:
- $87,145.60 - $148,543.20 per year
Cultural Values:
- Mission First, Greyshirts Always: Anyone joining TR must understand that our mission to provide disaster response comes first
- Step Into The Arena: TR needs leaders who aren’t afraid to dare to be great
- Everyone Has A Role Know It: Ability to successfully navigate a fast-paced, high-growth environment and solve problems in the face of ambiguity
- GSD: We are entrepreneurial, resourceful, and determined no matter how chaotic the situation
- C hange Your Socks: We take care of ourselves and each other so we are best equipped to serve those in greatest need
- Adults Only: Every team member is an adult until proven otherwise
- Your Mother’s A Donor: Every leader must be committed to fiduciary responsibility, transparency, and financial stewardship
Perks of the Team:
- 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
Learn more about Team Rubicon:
- Website: Team Rubicon USA
- LinkedIn: Team Rubicon
- Facebook: Team Rubicon
- X: @TeamRubicon
- YouTube: Team Rubicon
- Instagram: @teamrubicon
- Threads: @teamrubicon
- TikTok: @teamrubicon
Team Rubicon is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to not only including but actively seeking out a diversity of lifestyles, experiences, perspectives, and voices in order to foster inclusion, growth, and innovation. Your candidacy will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
