How to hire a Disaster Recovery Manager

How to hire a disaster recovery manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step disaster recovery manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a disaster recovery manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new disaster recovery manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your disaster recovery manager job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a disaster recovery manager for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect disaster recovery manager also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list presents disaster recovery manager salaries for various positions.

   Type Of Disaster Recovery Manager	Description	Hourly Rate
   Disaster Recovery Manager		$22-60
   Business Continuity Analyst	Business Continuity Analysts are risk and security management specialists who make ready the companies for the incident of disasters or blackouts in which company information could be ruined. They determine possible risks and reduction as well as create, test, and execute recovery plans... Show More	$27-50
   Risk Assessment Analyst	A risk assessment analyst conducts extensive assessments to identify potential operational risks and recommend strategies to prevent them, thereby avoiding financial losses and optimizing an organization's workflow. Although the extent of their responsibilities depends on their place or industry of employment, it usually includes coordinating with different departments to gather and analyze data, suggesting budgets and guidelines, identifying the strengths and weaknesses of current operations, and implementing solutions against problem areas, all while adhering to the company's policies and regulations.	$25-47

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common Skills:

   • Infrastructure
   • Business Continuity
   • Project Management
   • Business Impact Analysis
   • Impact Analysis
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Recovery Procedures
   • Recovery Programs
   • Disaster Recovery
   • Risk Assessments
   • Recovery Strategies
   • Recovery Efforts
   • Business Functions
   • ITIL

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   Responsibilities:

   • Work include managing sub-contractors, FEMA compliance, scheduling, and equipment logistics post disaster during clean-up activities.
   • Develop corporate BCM policy, roadmaps, and documentation templates.
   • Work with FEMA and local leaders to secure accesses to the affected areas quickly after the disaster end.
   • Administer infrastructure equipment and projects relate to data center networks.
   • Liaise with application and infrastructure support teams globally to understand and communicate business unit requirements.
   • Participate in annual DISA audit of enterprise information systems contingency plans for continuity of mission essential system resiliency.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your disaster recovery manager job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A disaster recovery manager salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, disaster recovery managers' average salary in colorado is 35% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level disaster recovery managers earn 62% less than senior-level disaster recovery managers.
   • Certifications. A disaster recovery manager with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a disaster recovery manager's salary.

   Average disaster recovery manager salary

   $77,230yearly

   $37.13 hourly rate

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   Entry-level disaster recovery manager salary

   $47,000 yearly salary

   Updated July 1, 2025

4. Writing a Disaster Recovery Manager Job Description

   A good disaster recovery manager job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a disaster recovery manager job description:

   Disaster Recovery Manager job description example

   Are you passionate about addressing social justice and sustainability? If so, our service-minded AmeriCorps team needs your help!
   
   Climate change is here, increasing the size and frequency of natural disasters and displacing over 15 million people each year. Hurricanes like Ida, Harvey, Maria, and Katrina disproportionately affect underresourced communities, whose road to recovery often takes years. SBP is dedicated to shrinking the time between disaster and recovery, work that includes helping individual homeowners and communities rebuild after a disaster.
   
   Take a gap year with us! Over the course of 10 months, you can help us rebuild homes, repair lives, and fortify families from reaching their breaking point. As an SBP AmeriCorps member, you can choose to directly assist in our construction and disaster deployment efforts, or choose to play a crucial role in coordinating services to disaster survivors.
   
   New Orleans and Houston members may also serve in SBP's in addition to working with home repair clients. The Opportunity Housing Program provides affordable, storm-resilient, energy-efficient homes for sale and rent to lower-income residents, to help them build resilience before disaster strikes. AmeriCorps members will gain valuable experience in how to redevelop neighborhoods and build housing that is affordable and resilient.
   Where can you choose to serve?
   New Orleans, Louisiana Lake Charles, Louisiana Houston, Texas San Juan, Puerto Rico - Spanish language competency required
   What positions are available?
   As a , you will rebuild, construct, and fortify the homes of disaster survivors. You will learn and master many phases of construction, and lead, mentor, and coach volunteers as they assist with your rebuilding efforts. You will learn sustainability and energy efficiency techniques that help homes better withstand future storms. No construction experience is necessary. As a , you will recruit and coordinate volunteer visits. You will welcome volunteer groups, talk to them about the impact of their service, and empower individuals to join us in being part of the solution! As a , you will streamline SBP's warehouse and delivery system operations and make daily deliveries of supplies to our service sites. By prioritizing efficiency and ensuring our sites have the materials they need, you will actively help SBP reduce the time to bring disaster-impacted families back home. As a , you will play a fundamental role in maintaining the momentum of our operations by overseeing the construction progress of our client's homes. You will be involved from start to finish, whether securing proper permits for each site, designing subcontractor schedules, or monitoring overall site progress. As a , you will be our clients' main point of contact through their time with SBP. Client Services Coordinators serve as a liaison for disaster survivors, offering them support by assessing needs, providing referrals, and guiding the application and construction process. Your work will fortify these members of our community from reaching their breaking points. As a , you will embody SBP's dedication to timely response, deploying to disaster-impacted communities following the immediate impact of natural disasters. When not on deployment, you will serve as Project Leads supporting recovery in your community. This role is only available at the New Orleans and Houston operating sites.
   COVID-19 Safety Statement: SBP requires COVID-19 vaccinations for all team members. SBP team members closely interact with vulnerable populations. As such, we have an obligation to ensure that no team member poses a direct threat to the health or safety of our clients, themselves, or others in the workplace. All vaccinated team members will be required to submit photocopies of the front and back of their vaccination cards prior to onboarding with SBP.
   
   SBP AmeriCorps Benefits:
   Monthly stipend of $2,100 Free individual Cigna health insurance A housing stipend of $175/month for AmeriCorps alumni Relocation reimbursement of up to $500 for eligible members of $6,495 (Can be used as tuition assistance and/or for repaying qualified student loans and is awarded upon successful completion of a 10-month term of service) Student loan forbearance for qualified loans Free Mental Health, Financial, and Legal support through the Member Assistance Program
   When would you start?
   We have rolling start dates throughout the year! Submit your application now and one of our recruiters can talk to you about upcoming start dates.
   Want to learn more?
   Watch video to hear how we are helping prevent people from reaching their breaking point. Watch this video to learn
   
   As an AmeriCorps member serving with SBP, you will be part of the growing national service movement. You will receive professional development with a dynamic social-impact organization that is pioneering a new model for disaster recovery to support people, especially those who are most vulnerable to the effects of climate change. If you're committed to learning, have a strong work ethic, and enjoy working with volunteers, we want you on our team!
   
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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right disaster recovery manager for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your disaster recovery manager job on Zippia to find and recruit disaster recovery manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with disaster recovery manager candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new disaster recovery manager

   Once you have selected a candidate for the disaster recovery manager position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new disaster recovery manager first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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