This is a remote Regional Volunteer Services Officer position.

Job Summary: Oversee efforts and activities of volunteer programs and services to ensure availability of sufficient numbers of volunteers to meet operational needs and meet objectives. Strengthens and grows programs and services that will meet the operational needs within resource constraints. Directs and oversees the work assignments and performance of staff and volunteers. Implements and executes strategy, manages processes, cultivates relationships and ensures coordinated outreach and partnerships within the American Red Cross organization and external constituents. Serves as a subject-matter-expert (SME) for assigned area(s) of responsibility. Lead multiple programs/services (i.e. volunteer recruitment and engagement) for a division or lead a single program/service (i.e. volunteer engagement or recruitment) at a national scale. Oversees implementation for large-scale single programs/services or multiple smaller-scale programs/services. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. Must be able to come into the office 5 days a week

Responsibilities: Develop, implement and execute strategy within area of responsibility to advance volunteer services. Oversee risk management issues specific to volunteer services. Lead and empower a team to implement and execute streamlined, flexible, effective programs, activities, systems and processes. Ensure goals are set, monitored and realized including attainment of national standards. Responsible for the management of volunteer and paid staff including, but not limited to, hiring, training, coaching, evaluating and managing performance to ensure a well-qualified team and to enhance operational success. Design and monitor effective metrics. Collect data and present key performance indicators and updates to management. Build relationships and collaborate with internal partners, staff, volunteers, community, and external organizations. Work with internal partners to implement strategies for strengthening the Red Cross brand, ensure communication and a consistent experience for volunteers across all lines of service. Serve as a resource to volunteers and internal partners and lead efforts to maximize involvement, efficiency and institutionalization of volunteer support. Ensure that strategic partnerships are maximized to support relevant lines of service throughout the organization.

 Lead project/program implementations.

 May have budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for grant coordination duties in contract-funded programs.

Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree required. Experience: Minimum 5 years of related experience. Management Experience: Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or management experience. Skills & Abilities: Excellent organizational skills and ability to effectively implement programs. Ability to work on a team. Ability to handle multiple priorities effectively, assimilate information quickly, analyze problems and implement solutions appropriately. Ability to work independently while developing and motivating a functioning team as well as have excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with all levels of staff, volunteers and donors. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including training, presentation and negotiating skills. Travel: May involve travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet and maintain a drug-free and smoke-free workplace