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Community Disaster Program Specialist Jobs in Michigan

Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan

Program Specialist

Saginaw, MI

$18.36/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Program Specialist will work closely with the Program Team, regional leadership, and regional ... Participate in activities within the community to further the understanding and advancement of Girl ...

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Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan

Program Specialist

Ann Arbor, MI

$18.36/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Program Specialist will work closely with the Program Team, regional leadership, and regional ... Participate in activities within the community to further the understanding and advancement of Girl ...

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University of Michigan

Program Specialist

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$53K - $66K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan is a diverse learning community grounded in ... Program Specialist provides functional coordination over work assignments for a specific content ...

The Salvation Army

Youth Program Specialist

Marquette, MI · On-site

  • Life

  • PTO

Opportunities to discover and practice love for God, neighbors and extended community. Involve ... Whether you're supporting those in need, assisting with disaster relief, or working in areas like ...

MSUFCU

Disaster Recovery Specialist

East Lansing, MI · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensure the DR program meets regulatory requirements and industry best practices (including NCUA ... e.g., Disaster Recovery Certified Specialist (DRCS)) required; OR a minimum of 3 years of ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for community disaster program specialist in Michigan is $59,279.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Disaster Program Specialist vs Community Emergency Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Disaster Program SpecialistCommunity Emergency Coordinator
Required CredentialsTypically requires emergency management certifications, relevant degrees, and experience in disaster responseOften requires similar certifications, emergency management training, and community outreach experience
Work EnvironmentWorks with government agencies, non-profits, and community organizations during disaster preparedness and responseCoordinates local emergency efforts, liaises with agencies, and manages community safety initiatives
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by government agencies, NGOs, and disaster response organizationsCommonly employed by local government, emergency management offices, and community organizations

The Community Disaster Program Specialist and Community Emergency Coordinator roles share similar credentials, work environments, and industry usage. Both focus on disaster preparedness and response, often collaborating with government and community groups. The main difference lies in their specific responsibilities: the Specialist often handles program development and planning, while the Coordinator manages on-the-ground emergency operations and community outreach.

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Program Specialist

Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan

Saginaw, MI

$18.36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

The Program Specialist will work closely with the Program Team, regional leadership, and regional team to develop and promote Girl Scout programs. The Program Specialist will oversee programs in the Ann Arbor region and Saginaw region and will be required to travel to outlying areas to confirm program is delivered throughout all areas of the jurisdiction. The Program Specialist will also report to regional managers of their assigned region, and actively participate in all activities, events, and programs throughout Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan (GSHOM).
Essential Functions
  • Office will be located in the Ann Arbor or Saginaw Regional Center.
  • Working with the Program Department, the Program Specialist will help to increase girl participation in programming and facilitate programs for the Ann Arbor and Saginaw regions.
  • Participate in activities within the community to further the understanding and advancement of Girl Scouting.
  • Coordinate, develop, and cultivate collaborative relationships with local facilities/ organizations to offer high quality programs of interest to girls that meet council goals and objectives.
  • Coordinate planning, organizing, facilitating, implementing, and working closely with research and evaluation team to evaluate girl program activities.
  • Develop and implement progressive girl programming.
  • Plan, organize, and hire staff for Ann Arbor Summer Day Camp, and serve as camp director.
  • Oversee Ann Arbor Summer Day Camp program and staff.
  • Work with the Ann Arbor and Saginaw regional teams to ensure that community spaces are kept clean and organized.
  • Involve girls in the planning and implementation of programming and educational activities.
  • Manage girl recognition, including all communications and training/information sessions.
  • Recruit, train, and coordinate Highest Awards Committee members.
  • Coordinate and implement higher awards and graduating senior recognition ceremony, including partnering with the Communications Department on the Highest Awards Book.
  • Plan, coordinate, and collaborate with other departments to meet mutual priorities.
  • Assist with the preparation of annual budget projections for programs/activities and monitor budgets.
  • Participate as a member of the regional team by assisting team members in other departments to accomplish GSHOM goals.
  • Create and maintain a positive environment that fosters respectful, meaningful, and effective interaction among all people, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation and expression, disability, marital status, height, weight or any other characteristic protected by law.
  • Willing to become a member of Girl Scouts of USA annually.
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Competencies
  • Mission Driven
  • Educational Background
  • Organizational Skills
  • Youth Development
  • Customer Focus
  • Open and Collaborative Communication
  • Teamwork Orientation
  • Conflict Management
  • Flexibility
  • Professionalism
  • Positive Mindset and Attitude
Travel
This position requires up to 50% travel. Must have own transportation, valid driver’s license with a good record. The ability to travel council wide. Frequent travel within the council to various meeting locations with staff and volunteers.
Travel is primarily during the business day and evening/weekend hours. Some overnight travel may be expected.
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field
  • Knowledge of Girl Scout program highly desired
  • Prior non-profit experience preferred
  • Experience with creating educational programs, budgets and timelines
  • Educational background preferred
Work Schedule
· This is a full-time/non-exempt position and will work up to 40 hours per week. May be required to work more hours as needed.
· Will work a variable schedule each week depending upon need.
· Position requires candidates to work many evenings and weekends.
Work Environment
Operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and a point of sale system. Will work at various programming and training sites including outside vendors and camp properties.
Benefits
· Medical, Dental, Vision
· Employer Paid Life and Disability
· Voluntary Life
· Flexible Spending Account
· 403(b)
· Employee Assistance Program
· Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holiday Pay
· Mileage reimbursement
Organizational Values
  • Integrity: Our People are hardworking, honest, effective communicators, and take responsibility for actions and outcomes, even when no one’s watching.
  • Positive Mindset amp; Attitude: Our People choose to perceive and react through a lens of empathy, enthusiasm, curiosity, and helpfulness while being passionate, solution-oriented, service-minded, and driving towards goals.
  • Unquestionable Excellence: Our People actively take initiative to fulfill our mission and are willing to work hard to bring our vision to life through resilience, determination, inspiration, personal growth and continuous learning.
  • Mission Driven: Our People are inclusive and care deeply about girl development. In partnership with stakeholders throughout the organization, they utilize strategic planning and patience to move strategy and the mission forward.
  • Collaborative Changemaker: Our People are intentionally present and forward thinkers dedicated to inspiring others and sharing skills through mentoring, service leadership, practicing radical candor, taking risks, intentional youth development, who are open to change and feedback.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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