Director of Field Operations

TEXSAR Inc, dba Texas Search and Rescue • Full-time • San Marcos, Texas, United States • $75,000 - $90,000 / year • 2w ago

Location: Remote (Texas-based), with strong emphasis on Central Texas presence
Organization: TEXSAR (Texas Search and Rescue), a Central Texas-based 501(c)(3) non-profit
Job Type: Full-time, Salary-Exempt
Schedule: M–F 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with some evening/weekend availability
Travel: Statewide travel required; company vehicle provided for business use
Background Check: Required
Position Open Until Filled

Company Description

TEXSAR is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit first responder organization. Serving all citizens of Texas, TEXSAR deploys at the request of law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency management agencies. TEXSAR provides specialized services such as search and rescue, disaster relief, and various recovery operations, all free of charge to requesting agencies. Since 2004, TEXSAR has grown into one of the largest non-paid search and rescue organizations in Texas, deploying to all 254 counties.

Role Description

The Director of Field Operations plays a key leadership role in managing TEXSAR’s operational readiness and field response capabilities across Texas. This position provides oversight of division leadership, special teams, training, logistics, and ensures that operations align with the organization’s mission and growth strategy. The ideal candidate is a proven leader with a background in emergency management, strong organizational skills, and a deep commitment to volunteer service.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support TEXSAR’s division and field operations leadership.
Oversee operational groups: special teams, training, logistics, etc.
Ensure deployment readiness and post-deployment reporting.
Collaborate with agencies and build operational partnerships.
Contribute to strategic direction and operational policy development.
Promote compliance and high standards across operational areas.

Required Qualifications

Leadership Experience: Minimum 5 years
Emergency Management Knowledge
Strong organizational and multitasking ability
Exceptional verbal and written communication
Independent, solution-oriented, and collaborative
Budgeting experience
High ethical standards and professionalism
Willingness to complete required paid training (FEMA, WSAR, Lost Person Behavior, etc.)
Team-oriented with a service-first mindset

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing volunteers
Non-profit or mission-driven organization experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Emergency Management, or related field is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits