Job Title: UT EDS&SE Field Representative

FLSA Status: Part Time - non-exempt 
Reports to: Assistant Director of Emergency Disaster Services & Service Extension

Schedule: 8:30AM – 5:00PM, 3 Days
Supervises: N/A

Rate of Pay: $29/ hour

Closing Date: 1/24/2025

Benefits: Standard; Part-Time, Non-Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following:

Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire; sick time accrual is pro-rated for part-time hours.) Vacation benefit – 10 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0385 hours for each hour worked, excluding overtime (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment; vacation accrual is pro-rated for part time hours.) Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service) with at least 21 hours worked per week. 

Function

Under the direction of the Assistant EDS/SE Director, the UT EDS/SE Field Rep will support EDS/SE personnel, SE Units, and is responsible for assisting in preparedness, response, and recovery activities that affect the Intermountain Division and its services and programs. The position also conducts emergency management training relevant to the Intermountain Division. Finally, this position ensures that Service Extension carries out the mission in every assigned zip code of the Intermountain Division.

Duties and Responsibilities

General Supervise, develop, and train EDS/SE team (employees and volunteers) in assigned region; Provide monthly report to Assistant EDS/SE Director about activities; Review income and expenses against budgets and address significant variances; Work collaboratively with community organizations; Connect with community leaders and systems; Submit to the Assistant EDS/SE Director a monthly travel plan Account for all travel expenditures and submit timely expense reports. Work with all TSA units and programs to develop EDS capacity and strengthen SE partnerships. Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) Support EDS activities with the Assistant EDS/SE Director Participate in and/or conduct trainings and exercises for EDS workers and with emergency management partners as assigned; Represent TSA in VOADs and other pertinent non-profit emergency management networks as assigned; Represent TSA as a public speaker, emergency management trainer, and/or conference panelist as assigned; Attend seminars, conferences, and workshops on related topics, as requested; With approval, deploy to national/international disasters to support Salvation Army emergency efforts. Service Extension Manage and direct the Service Units on their daily operations as assigned; Visit assigned Service Units periodically as needed; Form new Service Units when there is a need/desire for TSA presence; Analyze communities, volunteers, and programs and recommend changes and develop strategies; Formulate program ideas and initial program proposals in support of assigned Service Units as need determines; Assist service unit communities in times of disaster by assessing community needs, making recommendations to CFC for appropriate financial assistance, liaison with local media and other agencies, and providing on-scene support, giving leadership and guidance as directed; Advise Service Extension Unit Committees of official Salvation Army policy and assure their compliance; Assist with and initiate and direct special events and community drives.

 

Service Extension (Continued) Coordinate the Service Extension Christmas Red Kettle campaign to include recruitment and retention of volunteers and paid staff as approved; Assist Service Unit leadership in volunteer recruitment, retention, and recognition efforts; Help Service Units recruit campers and help arrange transportation to and from camp. Secure speaking engagements at service clubs, civic groups, and religious and charitable organizations in assigned areas; Assist Service Units in completing required statistical and financial reports; Conduct an annual inventory of Service Extension equipment and report to DHQ Finance; Work with the Divisional Grant Writer and the Units to make sure we are maintaining the grant and in compliance; Coordinate all Salvation Army public relations and information activities in assigned Service Unit areas with Development staff; Perform other duties related to this position as needed or assigned.

Education, Experience, Skills, Qualifications

Education/Experience High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s Degree (preferred) in Emergency Management, Nonprofit Management, or a related field; One year or more of EDS/Emergency Management experience, preferred; One year or more of logistics/warehousing experience, preferred; Skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Computer literate in Microsoft suite Supervisory experience and the ability to motivate others Qualifications The capability to work with minimal supervision Must be able to travel Must be willing to drive/operate large vehicles and equipment – All necessary training would be provided Driving A minimum age of 21 and possession of a valid in-state driver’s license is required. An MVR will be processed every year in accordance with The Salvation Army’s policies. Background Check Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check that is processed in accordance with The Salvation Army’s policies.

Physical Requirements

 Ability to maneuver. Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead. Ability to operate telephone. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to access and produce information from the computer. Ability to understand written information.

Physical Requirements 

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.