Deputy Director, Operations (East Branch)

Team Rubicon (TR) is seeking a Deputy Director, Operations (East Branch) to join TR’s Programs x Domestic Operations – East Branch team! The Deputy Director, Operations will lead a motivated team of managers and associates. This requires a detailed understanding of all operational functions within the Operations department. The Deputy Director, Operations will implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization, build cross-team collaboration to achieve those goals, and drive the delivery of Team Rubicon’s services 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 Director, Operations (East Branch) and is based out of Illinois (IL), Wisconsin (WI), Michigan (MI), Indiana (IN), Ohio (OH), Kentucky (KY), Tennessee (TN), North Carolina (NC), South Carolina (SC), Virginia (VA), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Louisiana (LA), or Texas (TX). 

General Duties:

Ensure the safe, efficient, and impactful delivery of Team Rubicon services.

Ensure the development and maintenance of rapport and influence with external stakeholders.

Develop team performance goals and objectives while mentoring direct reports and managers on performance management.

Assist with planning and budgeting in accordance with approved training, engagement, and operational tempo.

Oversee purchasing and expenses in accordance with the National budget.

Oversee and assess efforts to recruit, engage and train Greyshirts and Greyshirt leaders in accordance with organizational objectives.

As needed, provide EOC support and disaster response coordination across relevant agencies.

Education and Background:

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 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 within Major Metro Areas: Illinois (IL), Wisconsin (WI), Michigan (MI), Indiana (IN), Ohio (OH), Kentucky (KY), Tennessee (TN), North Carolina (NC), South Carolina (SC), Virginia (VA), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Louisiana (LA), 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 25% non-local travel to support broader organizational activities focused within the assigned territory 

Job Type: 

Full-time; salary, exempt

Pay Range:  

$90,631.16 - $135,174.32 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 

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.