Program Manager, Wildfire Preparedness (Antelope Valley)

The Wildfire Preparedness Program Manager will co-lead the execution of a major grant in partnership with a local Antelope Valley community-based organization. This role includes strategic project management of various initiatives, such as education and targeted outreach for preparedness, home assessment, defensible space and fuel reduction. The Program Manager will provide leadership and supervision to Program Coordinators and other staff, acting as the main point of contact in the region. In addition, the Program Manager will work closely with CORE CAs Community & Environmental Equitys Area Manager to review weekly, monthly, and quarterly tasks and milestones to achieve the goals of the program.

This position may also be designated as a resource for national deployment to aid in various disaster scenarios as part of CORE's Emergency Response Team.

We require all employees to comply with our Mandatory Vaccination Policy. As a condition of employment individuals will be asked to provide proof of compliance.

Antelope Valley residents highly encouraged to apply.

Main Responsibilities :

• Lead COREs design and implementation of an upstart wildfire preparedness program in Antelope Valley
• Act as the primary liaison with the local partners, community-based organizations, and other key stakeholders.
• Guide the vision, development, and delivery of wildfire preparedness education and outreach programs, specifically aimed at the region's most vulnerable and rural populations.
• Manage relationships with a wide array of local, county and state stakeholders, fostering effective partnerships and community involvement.
• Manage the program's administrative and data support needs, ensuring compliance, data integrity, and effective tracking of key metrics and resources.
• Oversee the creation, presentation, and distribution of engaging and comprehensive wildfire preparedness educational materials and presentations.
• Guide the inventory management of tools, equipment, supplies, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of all local, state, and federal emergency alert systems, fire weather warnings, weather radar / winds and assist the community in understanding and becoming active users of these resources.
• Supervise and mentors Program Coordinators and other entry-level staff and volunteers, providing guidance, knowledge, and support.
• Other duties as assigned.

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In accordance with CA law, the expected pay range for this CA position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Clear pre-employment background check requirements, including local, state, and national criminal records checks, sex offender registries, employment, education verifications and child abuse registry check (if required by state regulations) are required post job offer and prior to employment.

Safeguarding

CORE is committed to keeping children and vulnerable individuals safe and has a Zero Tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse. Every CORE employee, consultant and volunteer is bound by COREs Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy. By applying for this position, an applicant confirms that they have not previously violated an employers safeguarding, sexual misconduct, (child) sexual exploitation and abuse, or human trafficking policy.

$77,340 - $77,340 a year

Compensation details : 77340-77340

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