Be a part of Richmond history! Pogo Park is creating Contra Costa County’s first Community Resilience Center (CRC) in the Iron Triangle – a hub that helps residents prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies.
Position Summary:
As the Emergency Preparedness Manager, you’ll connect with residents, lead trainings, organize events, and help our community get ready for emergencies. No prior experience needed – we’ll train you!
About the CRC:
Pogo Park received a $10 million state grant to transform Harbour Hall at Harbour-8 Park into a hub that supports residents before, during, and after emergencies – offering supplies, shelter, charging stations, and more.
About Pogo Park:
Founded in 2007, Pogo Park is a Richmond-based nonprofit that transforms neglected parks into vibrant public spaces where children play and neighbors gather.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead community outreach and engagement
Plan and host trainings, workshops, and events
Coordinate logistics for programs and meetings
Collaborate with the CRC team to meet project goals
Qualifications:
Experience in community organizing or outreach
Confident public speaker and facilitator
Friendly, organized, and community-minded
Able to work occasional nights/weekends
(Preferred) Bilingual in English/Spanish; Richmond ties a plus!
Details:
Full-time (40 hrs/week), $28–$34/hour
Location: Richmond, CA
Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life, 401K, PTO, paid holidays
Reports to: CRC Program Director
To Apply:
Send resume + cover letter to hr@pogopark.org.
Applications accepted until filled.
Pogo Park is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
