Disaster Response Coordinator

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Disaster Response Coordinator for a mission-driven, community-based organization advancing disaster readiness and resilience. This is a hybrid position located in New Orleans, LA, with regular in-state travel required.POSITION OVERVIEW:The Disaster Response Coordinator will lead the implementation and operational scaling of a statewide disaster readiness and response model focused on community resilience. This role bridges community organizing and logistics, ensuring local sites are trained, prepared, and equipped to activate effectively during emergencies. The Coordinator will build systems, train volunteer leaders, and drive accountability across a growing network of community-based response hubs.PERKS:Competitive salary range of $90,000–$105,000Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverageOpportunity to lead impactful, mission-driven disaster response work at scaleFlexible hybrid work environment with meaningful community engagementProfessional growth through leadership development and statewide collaborationRESPONSIBILITIES:Coordinate and operationalize a statewide network of community-based disaster response sites, ensuring readiness and consistencyRecruit, train, and support volunteer leaders while building sustainable team structures and accountability systemsDevelop and maintain activation plans, training materials, and operational processes for emergency responseLead simulations, drills, and after-action reviews to continuously improve response effectivenessBuild and manage relationships with community partners, organizations, and response agenciesTrack program data, monitor site readiness, and report on progress and outcomesQUALIFICATIONS:Experience coordinating multi-site programs, operations, or community-based initiativesStrong logistics, systems-thinking, and process implementation skillsAbility to build relationships and effectively engage volunteers, partners, and stakeholdersExcellent communication, organization, and follow-through abilitiesWillingness to travel statewide and work flexible hours during emergency activationsCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:This position offers a salary range of $90,000–$105,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and organizational support for professional development.HOW TO APPLY:For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.