Team Rubicon (TR) is seeking a Director, Operations (East Branch) to join TR’s Programs x Domestic Ops – East Branch team! The Director, Operations will be a leader focused on balancing daily execution, long-term team development and organizational strategy. This will require a detailed understanding of all operational functions within the Operations teams and team-level functions within all branches. The Director, Operations will provide a clear strategic vision, develop and gain buy-in for cross-departmental strategic initiatives, and help execute Team Rubicon's Veteran-led disaster response operations in their assigned geographic area of our East 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’s Vice President, Operations and can be based remote anywhere within Pennsylvania (PA), New York (NY), New Jersey (NJ), Virginia (VA), North Carolina (NC), Georgia (GA), Florida (FL), Michigan (MI), Ohio (OH), or Texas (TX).  

Duties:

• Maximize impact in delivery of Team Rubicon's services.
• Inspire, lead, and manage a growing team of full-time employees and Greyshirts (volunteers).
• Build influence and rapport with strategic governmental and non-governmental partners.
• Foster an award-winning culture of inclusiveness and diversity.
• Take ownership of the annual budget for training, engagement, and operations.
• Develop team performance goals and administer performance management.
• Drive leadership engagement to mobilize, inspire and engage Greyshirts volunteers and Greyshirt Volunteer Leaders to increase participation in disaster response efforts.
• Innovate disaster response, constantly seeking ways to improve operational support.
• As needed, provide EOC support and disaster response coordination across relevant agencies.

Education and Background:

• 10-15 years of relevant professional experience in the disaster response, emergency management, military, or first responder fields
• Proven record of personnel management experience such as leading teams, developing staff for leadership roles, and promoting a positive and inclusive work environment
• Proficient with technology tools and in remote working for communicating and coordinating with a large 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 position and can be based out of the following locations: Pennsylvania (PA), New York (NY), New Jersey (NJ), Virginia (VA), North Carolina (NC), Georgia (GA), Florida (FL), Michigan (MI), Ohio (OH), or Texas (TX) 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 30% non-local travel to support broader organizational activities focused within the assigned territory

Job Type: 

• Full-time; salary, exempt

Pay Range:  

• $97,527.00 - $145,459.31 per year

The hiring range reflects where in the range we most likely intend to hire for this role. Additionally, compensation within that range can vary for several reasons including market conditions, cost of living, skills/capabilities, experience, etc.

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 
• Change 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.