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Flexible Schedule
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San Jose, CA 95111
Counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and Monterey Description: Manage media inquiries at assigned Red Cross service delivery site, including requests for client and/or volunteer interviews in coordination with the on-call PA officer. Respond on scene 24/7 to help provide PA support for incidents that meet PA triggers Greet the media, who are on-site covering the disaster, and provide them with timely, accurate information about Red Cross services being provided and available to victims. Excellent public speaking skills; strong writing skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational skills and attention to details Access to cell/mobile phone Valid driver’s license, access to personal vehicle and a good driving record The hours of commitment vary as disaster events are unpredictable and often happen in waves Media experience preferred Ideal for anyone: Opportunity to use communications expertise in service to a nonprofit organization Develop and practice media relations and public speaking skills Increase knowledge of Red Cross Ability to enter the DS HR system (the National Disaster Team) as a trained public affairs volunteer and travel to disaster relief operations beyond the chapter.
Date Posted: 2025-06-23
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Flexible Schedule
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Millbrae, CA 94010
Recruiting in San Mateo County *Key Responsibilities * Participate on team responsible for the execution of the logistics program within the region. * Support vehicle tracking, acquisition of materials, facilities, and warehousing. * Additional duties as assigned, which could include: o Maintaining a list of all fleet vehicles o Ensuring routine maintenance is completed on all vehicles o Maintaining service records relating to vehicles o Ordering supplies o Facility inspections o Local procurement o Storing supplies *Time Commitment Approximate # of hours per week or month Varies depending on regional projects and priorities. *Qualifications Required Qualifications: * Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities. * Good organizational skills, responsible and punctual. * Ability to participate and contribute in regular meetings. * Ability to work independently and within a team. * Demonstrates active listening skills. * Ability to implement Standards and Procedures and follow associated job tools including reporting requirements. * Ability to complete assigned tasks. * Ability to place orders for goods and services. * Familiarity with proper moving of materials in a warehouse. * Ability to learn how to in identify, organize, plan & allocate resources. * Familiarity with or working knowledge of shipping, receiving and storing material.
Date Posted: 2025-04-28
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Flexible Schedule
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San Jose, CA 95134
Looking for volunteers to support in: Santa Clara County Save lives and prevent injury by providing leadership and/or support to Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) team members by supporting the Prepare with Pedro program. The 30-45-minute presentation provides emergency preparedness education to youth in grades K-2 (ages 4-7) in school classrooms and other settings by following Pedro the Penguin as he learns how to be prepared and take action during an emergency. Team member roles include either being a presenter, presentation assistant, administrative support, or presenter trainer. Team member roles include either being a presenter, presentation assistant, administrative support, or presenter trainer. Each volunteer is able to choose their preferred role and responsibilities will vary with each role. Presenter Responsibilities: * Conduct Prepare with Pedro presentations given to youth in schools and community settings * Successfully complete the Basic Instructor Fundamentals for Youth, Module 1, Module 2 teach-back, and Module 3 assessment * May assist with community outreach to schedule presentations at sites (optional) * May assist in reaching key groups within the region, such as support to military families, at risk youth, etc. (optional) * May mentor new presenters to help the region build a team of experienced youth preparedness presenters. (optional) * Work as a team with the Team Lead and other volunteers and employees to build Prepare with Pedro in the region * Ensure all reporting data for each presentation given is collected and given to regional staff in a timely manner * Other duties as agreed to between the presenter and the Team Lead Presentation Assistant Responsibilities: * Support Prepare with Pedro Presenter in schools and community settings while they deliver the presentation. * Handing out and collecting materials from students; helping with classroom management; grading quizzes; working with individual students during the activities; assisting with other duties as requested by the presenter. * May be asked to help complete the reports for the presentation site(s). * Successfully complete any Curriculum-Specific Courses * May assist with community outreach to schedule presentations at sites (optional). * May assist in reaching key groups within the region, such as support to military families, at risk youth, etc. (optional). * May mentor new presentation assistants to help the region build a team of experienced youth preparedness volunteers (optional). * Work as a team with the Team Lead and other volunteers and employees to build Prepare with Pedro in the region. * Other duties as agreed to with the presenter and the Team Lead. Administrative Support Responsibilities: * Providing EDGE Learning Management System administrative support (where possible)
Date Posted: 2025-06-25
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Flexible Schedule
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San Jose, CA 95111
Available in: San Mateo and Santa Clara county Meet with Latino communities within the chapter boundaries with a focus on increasing access, trust, and information while performing core community engagement activities: community meetings, neighborhood canvassing, neighborhood services, partnerships, and neighborhood recruitment. Share information about Red Cross services available to diverse groups through a preferred community language. Latino Engagement Team Members work with the chapter’s Community Disaster Program Manager and will coordinate with other disaster teams based out of the chapter (DAT, health, mental health, SAF, preparedness). * Requires cultural competency, knowledge of the Red Cross, and a willingness to be the face of the Red Cross in the community. Time Commitment: 1-5 hours per week
Date Posted: 2025-06-04
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Flexible Schedule
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Burlingame, CA 94010
Recruiting in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties Position Description Information *Key Responsibilities This position is responsible for tasks assigned by the specific Disaster Workforce Engagement Team program lead: * Support the annual workforce engagement goals, RDO objectives, and regional/chapter plan for volunteer engagement through participation in meetings and projects. * Projects and participation will be assigned according to the area of interest: onboarding/placement, deployment, training, recognition and appreciation, leadership development, Volunteer Connection/profile management and/or engagement. * Projects may include but are not limited to conducting volunteer interviews, updating profiles in Volunteer Connection, recognition, analyzing reports/data, scheduling volunteers, etc. *Time Commitment 2-3 hours/week * Available during business hours. * Not recommended for those with a short time period for commitment (e.g. on summer break or on a short sabbatical). *Qualifications Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities. Ability to: * follow and implement requests received from supervisor with little or no supervision. * adapt to change, negotiate compromise, and tolerate ambiguity. * build effective relationships with others who can help with work related goals. * be sensitive in human interactions to diversity inclusiveness.
Date Posted: 2025-06-04
