Disaster Recovery Director jobs in West Des Moines, IA

Iowa Disaster Human Resource Council (IDHRC) Executive Director Opening

$72,800-$80,000/yr. DOE

Hybrid Position - Must reside in Iowa. Primarily remote (home office) position, with regular travel to the Des Moines area. Will travel as needed for events, meetings, training, etc.

Essential Work Includes:

• Provide leadership in developing organizational, program, and financial plans with the Board of Directors and implement plans and policies.
• Fiscally responsible for managing the IDHRC's resources within budget and grant guidelines ensuring compliance and accurate reporting.
• Develop annual budget, plan and implement fundraising activities to ensure fiscal sustainability of organization.
• Execute disaster response protocols when activated by the board or designee.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships across non-profit, private and public sectors.
• Increase visibility and enhance IDHRC’s image and reputation through active involvement in emergency management meetings, activities and exercises.

Performance Expectations:

• Lead IDHRC in a collaborative and cooperative manner that supports and advances the organization’s mission.
• Display a high level of initiative, effort, attention to detail and commitment to the goals of the organization.
• Demonstrate independent, efficient project management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple and evolving priorities.
• Develop and implement effective communication strategies to ensure Board, members, partners and other stakeholders remain informed and engaged.
• Maintain professional competence, knowledge & skills necessary to effectively perform duties of position; seek out professional development & training.

Competencies Required:

• Knowledge & experience with effective fundraising & grant writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively & build trust across sectors & diverse groups of people.
• Self-directed and mission driven, with a commitment to growing the success of IDHRC.
• Three to five years senior non-profit management experience.
• Three years of experience in disaster preparedness, response or recovery coordination.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field a plus; relevant experience may be considered.
• Ability to respond to work needs outside of normal business hours during disasters.

Remote Position: Must reside in Iowa, with ability to travel within state
*Residence within 1 hour radius of Des Moines, IA preferred

TO APPLY: Email cover letter & resume to contact@idhrc.org

*Applicants must successfully pass pre-employment drug & criminal background screening. EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• grant writing: 2 years (Preferred)
• Nonprofit management: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Johnston, IA 50131: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Johnston, IA 50131