Business Operations Coordinator
Company: American Red Cross
Location: Merrillville
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
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Candidate Home.By joining the American Red Cross you will touch
millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the
human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's
largest humanitarian network?**** As a condition of employment with
American Red Cross, you are required to provide proof that you are
fully vaccinated for COVID 19 or qualify for an exemption, except
in states where it is prohibited by law. Accordingly, employment is
conditioned on providing proof of vaccination or having an approved
exemption prior to starting employment **** Join us-Where your
Career is a Force for Good!Job Description:Why Choose Us?
As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the
American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need
throughout the United States and, in association with other Red
Cross networks, throughout the world. We depend on the many
generous contributions of time, blood, and money from the American
public to support our lifesaving services and programs. At the
American Red Cross, you will enjoy a collaborative work culture
committed to the diversity of our people, programs, and services.
If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this
excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for
good.At the American Red Cross, you have a direct impact on a
meaningful mission. When you join our team, you can help save lives
every day. You'll be part of a like-minded team that shares a
passion for making a difference and a work environment that
supports growth, learning, and succeeding.We are currently seeking
a Full-Time Fleet and Facilities Business Operations Coordinator-
This position is based out of our Indianapolis Office-Indiana
(Merrillville IN).What You'll Do: Reporting to the Chief Operating
Officer, the Business Operations Coordinator's primary focus will
be fleet and facility maintenance coordination. Other duties
include transactional support for the finance, operational and
administrative functions of the Region, including local vendor
relationships.Responsibilities:
1. Facilities/Asset Management Support: Ensures preventive
maintenance and repairs are completed within budget and appropriate
system is used to pay vendors. Develops and maintains relationships
with vendors supporting each physical location. Obtains proposals
for potential new vendors. Is liaison with other sectors for shared
facilities/assets.2. Fleet Management Support: Maintains fleet
inventory records. Ensures appropriate and timely maintenance.
Files and maintains insurance claims and follow up with
estimates/repairs. Is liaison with Fleet Management in other
sectors.3. Financial Administrative Support: Provides
administrative budget support including expense coding.4.
Operations SOPs: Provides input/support on development, maintenance
and distribution of regional SOP Manual. Provides training to
ensure consistent processes/procedures related to operations
functions throughout the Region.5. Volunteer Coordination: Works
closely with volunteers to recruit, engage and steward volunteer's
experience. Will have direct reporting relationships with
volunteers. Volunteers are used in all aspects of Operations.What
We Need From You: Qualifications:Education:Associate degree in
Accounting, Business or Public Administration required. Applicable
experience may be applied towards education requirement but must be
in addition to years' experience required below.Experience: Minimum
2 years' financial or facilities administrative support experience
in community organizations, government agencies, non-profit
organizations or business. Experience working effectively with
volunteers and board members. Experience in coordinating finance
and administrative functions including information systems and
facilities.
Skills and Abilities: Ability to plan, prioritize and organize work
to maximize team performance and meet customer expectations.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to work with attention
to detail. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to create
and maintain collaborative work relationships within the
organization and with external stakeholders. Other: Proficient with
MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong knowledge of federal, state and local employment
laws.Travel:Travel is required throughout the Region.Some
out-of-region travel may also be required.Essential
Functions/Physical Requirements:
Must be good verbal and written communicator. Must have very good
home-based internet connectivity. Depending on work assignment, may
require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other
locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift,
carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 20 pounds. Requires
good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity,
including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard,
operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility
is essential.May include sitting for long periods of time, driving
a vehicle and working under challenging conditions.
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Work Conditions:
Work is performed indoors with some potential for exposure to
safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief
work. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences
throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system.
Because the Red Cross is a disaster response organization, staff
may be asked to be on 24-hour call during period of major
disaster.What's In It For You?We take care of you, while you take
care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our
team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive
benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources
and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross
to advance the learn.
Commitment to Your Health & Safety-COVID-19:
The American Red Cross requires all new hires be vaccinated against
COVID-19 as a condition of employment. This means that all
individuals working for the organization must be fully vaccinated
against COVID-19 by the start of their employment OR have begun the
vaccination process prior to their start date. Upon being offered a
position, individuals will be required to submit proof of
vaccination. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or
religious reasons, you may qualify for an exemption. If seeking an
exemption, you will be required to submit documentation and your
request must be approved prior to hire.Diversity, Equity &
Inclusion
The American Red Cross aspires to be an organization fully
committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion by creating and
maintaining a diverse, high-performing workforce of employees and
volunteers who reflect all communities we serve; by cultivating a
collaborative, inclusive and respectful work environment that
empowers all contributors; and by leveraging diverse partnerships -
all of which helps to ensure culturally competent service delivery
supported by effective community leadership and engagement. The Red
Cross supports a variety of cultural groups for employees and
volunteers. From our Latino Resource Group, Umoja, Asian American &
Pacific Islanders, and Red Cross Pride, to the Ability Network,
Veterans+ and our Women's Resource Group, these networks provide
connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns
and opinions.Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the
opportunity to make a difference every day.The American Red Cross
is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion,
national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any
other characteristic protected by law.
Interested in Volunteering?Life's emergencies don't stop, and
neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than
90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human
suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position
that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and
talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their
time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission.Visit
redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our
most-needed volunteer positions.To view the EEOC Summary of Rights,
click here: Summary of Rights
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