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Tradition Capital Bank

Risk Management Director

Edina, MN · On-site

$90K - $140K/yr

This role supervises risk management staff and is directly accountable for the design, execution ... Business Continuity Planning & Disaster Recovery (Direct Accountability): Own and maintain the Bank ...

Abaxis

Head of Technology Risk Management

Parsippany, NJ

$164K - $266K/yr

... as needed. * Assist the Legal and Procurement teams with periodic updates to the Third-Party ... Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity: * Oversees the planning, execution, and escalation of IT ...

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Civix

Disaster Case Manager

Kaufman, TX

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Case Management positions will be located on-site within several areas of Texas. Some travel to satellite locations to assist homeowners may be required and mileage to those locations will be ...

Civix Consulting Group

Disaster Case Manager

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

Case Management positions will be located on-site within several areas of Texas. Some travel to satellite locations to assist homeowners may be required and mileage to those locations will be ...

Civix Consulting Group

Disaster Case Manager

Kaufman, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Case Management positions will be located on-site within several areas of Texas. Some travel to satellite locations to assist homeowners may be required and mileage to those locations will be ...

Civix

Disaster Case Manager

Kaufman, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Case Management positions will be located on-site within several areas of Texas. Some travel to satellite locations to assist homeowners may be required and mileage to those locations will be ...

Civix

Disaster Case Manager

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

Case Management positions will be located on-site within several areas of Texas. Some travel to satellite locations to assist homeowners may be required and mileage to those locations will be ...

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How much do assistant disaster risk management jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant disaster risk management in the United States is $48,396.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $48,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Disaster Risk Management professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Disaster Risk Management professional, you need a background in environmental science, emergency management, or a related field, often supported by relevant degrees or certifications. Familiarity with GIS software, risk assessment tools, and incident management systems is typically required. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills help individuals excel in coordinating preparedness and response activities. These skills and competencies enable effective disaster risk reduction, timely response, and improved community resilience.

What are some common challenges faced by an Assistant Disaster Risk Management professional, and how can they be addressed?

Assistant Disaster Risk Management professionals often encounter challenges such as coordinating with multiple stakeholders, managing time-sensitive tasks during emergencies, and ensuring clear communication across departments. Navigating these challenges requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Building solid relationships with local agencies and ongoing training in emergency protocols can help address these issues and ensure effective disaster response and preparedness.

What does an Assistant Disaster Risk Management do?

An Assistant Disaster Risk Management professional supports the planning, implementation, and evaluation of disaster risk reduction and emergency response initiatives. They assist in assessing hazards, coordinating preparedness activities, and helping communities mitigate potential risks from natural or human-made disasters. Their responsibilities often include data collection, training support, and collaboration with local agencies to ensure effective disaster response and recovery. They play a key role in strengthening community resilience and ensuring safety measures are in place before, during, and after emergencies.

What is the difference between Assistant Disaster Risk Management vs Assistant Emergency Response Coordinator?

AspectAssistant Disaster Risk ManagementAssistant Emergency Response Coordinator
Primary FocusPrevention, mitigation, and preparedness for disastersImmediate response and coordination during emergencies
Required CredentialsCertifications in disaster management, risk assessmentCertifications in emergency response, first aid
Work EnvironmentPlanning offices, community outreach, risk analysis sitesOn-site emergency scenes, coordination centers
Industry UsageGovernment agencies, NGOs, disaster management firmsEmergency services, fire departments, hospitals

While both roles support disaster-related efforts, Assistant Disaster Risk Management focuses on proactive planning and risk reduction, whereas Assistant Emergency Response Coordinator handles immediate response efforts during crises. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Disaster Risk Management job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 93% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,396 per year, or $23.3 per hour.
Lead Disaster Risk Management Specialist

Lead Disaster Risk Management Specialist

The World Bank Group

Washington, DC • On-site

Other

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? Working at the World Bank provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank consists of two entities - the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA). It is a global development cooperative owned by 189 member countries. As the largest development bank in the world, the World Bank provides loans, guarantees, risk management products, and advisory services to middle-income and creditworthy low-income countries, and coordinates responses to regional and global challenges. For more information, please visit www.worldbank.org.

Infrastructure Vertical

The WBG Infrastructure Vertical provides public and private solutions to operational teams and clients across the WBG to produce scalable impact. Its mandate is to deliver knowledge for impact to support the WBG to achieve its goals in support of our mission and specifically: providing guidance on creating more and better jobs by: (i) supporting foundational infrastructure and human capital, (ii) policy environment, and (iii) enabling and mobilizing private sector capital. With 60 years of experience, the WBG is poised to support the sector becoming an engine of growth and jobs through improving policies and governance, foundational infrastructure and private sector investments. The WBG lending in the sector is expected to grow substantially. The Infrastructure VPU's objectives in driving outcomes include replicating and scaling effective solutions, enhancing thought leadership and innovation, and delivering timely knowledge to client teams.   For more information: https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/infrastructure
 
The Disaster Management, Solutions & Impact Unit (KIUSD) supports low and middle-income countries to understand, manage, and reduce their risks from natural hazards and climate change. Within KIUSD, the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR) umbrella trust fund is a global partnership that helps low- and middle-income countries better understand and reduce their vulnerability to natural hazards and climate change. GFDRR supports analytics and technical assistance to governments in the most vulnerable countries and communities where it will have the greatest positive impact. As a donor-funded program, GFDRR consults regularly with donors and actively strives to maintain and develop new partnerships for increased impact. For more information: https://www.gfdrr.org/en

About the Position

The KIUSD is recruiting a Lead Disaster Risk Management Specialist to support the strategic and technical direction of the Unit's work and services on Disaster Risk Analytics, including but not limited to: 1) rapid post-disaster damage assessments, 2) hazard exposure modeling of the built environment, 3) quantification of disaster risk, and 4) economics of resilience. The Lead Disaster Risk Management Specialist will mentor and coach other staff and support the Practice Manager and broader unit leadership team in developing and cultivating relationships with internal and external clients, supporting task teams across the range of corporate, operational, and technical tasks related with Disaster Risk Analytics. The Lead Disaster Risk Management Specialist will be based in Washington D.C and reporting to the KIUSD Practice Manager. The Lead DRM Specialist is expected to demonstrate the highest collaborative competencies, working with colleagues across the range of technical areas within the unit and, equally importantly, from other Global Practices and Bank corporate units. 

Roles and Responsibilities

Specific tasks include:

Provide analytical guidance and leadership for the Urban, Subnational Finance, Tourism & Disaster Management Global Department and KIUSD staff, including supporting countries in their disaster risk management efforts to provide better evidence-based decision-making tools, knowledge and information. 
Mentor and guide teams in all aspects related to Disaster Risk Analytics design and knowledge service delivery to task teams in the regions, including but not limited to rapid post disaster assessments, and the development of country and sector-based disaster risk profiles. 
Lead/initiate/participate in developing tools and databases to better understand and track various aspects of the exposure of the built environment to natural hazards. In addition to developing tools and scalable methods to quantify value of physical assets at the national and city level as well as for different sectors.
Lead/initiate/participate in documenting the benefits of resilience to disaster and climate-related risks interventions and policies and the possible synergies and tradeoffs that resilience interventions entertain with other public objectives (poverty reduction, welfare).
Collaborate and engage with internal partners to identify cooperation opportunities and leverage financial and intellectual resources to complement KIUSD resources.
Engage with external political, donor, and technical partners representing KIUSD and when applicable the Bank.
Represent Urban, Subnational Finance, Tourism & Disaster Management Global Department in all aspects of disaster risk analytics, including by contributing to corporate, regional, and department level initiatives when requested and representing the Bank in events, as needed.

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