Manager B - Cities Readiness Initiative (Health Services)

Shelby County • Memphis, TN

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is funded by a grant for a duration of time as defined by the grantor. Works under the supervision of the manager to provide support to the regional public health emergency preparedness by ensuring federal funds are effectively directed to preparedness programs. Develops and manages the Medical Countermeasures (MCM) plan to ensure the Memphis Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) can deliver countermeasures to the entire CDC-defined population within 48 hours during public health emergencies.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience in public health and emergency preparedness, of which one (1) year of experience in programming management working with the strategic national stockpile (SNS) and Medical Countermeasures.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public health, health administration, or a closely related field; OR An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.
• Certification in the Incident Command System (ICS 100, 200, 300, 700 and 800) is required.
• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license or secure one by date of employment.
• Must have daily access to an operable automobile and meet county requirements for automobile insurance upon date of employment.
• Must be willing to carry a work cellular phone.
• Must maintain all required licenses, certifications, and training credentials throughout the duration of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Working with cities readiness initiative programs is preferred.
• Unrestricted Tennessee Medical licensed (Paramedic, RN, etc.) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages the Medical Countermeasures (MCM) plan to ensure distribution to the entire Memphis MSA population within 48 hours.
• Directs Open and Closed Points of Dispensing (POD) operations and personnel to support mass distribution to approximately 1.3 million residents.
• Leads and sustains the Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) program in alignment with CDC requirements.
• Coordinates multi-jurisdictional emergency operations and communication systems across Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi partners.
• Oversees public information strategies to deliver timely, accurate, and consistent messaging during MCM distribution events.
• Ensures security protocols are in place to safeguard personnel, facilities, and assets involved in MCM operations.
• Conducts site assessments and readiness reviews for receipt and distribution of Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) assets.
• Collaborates with internal and external partners, supports Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activities, and implements improvements based on CDC Technical Assistance Reviews.
• Oversees the SCHD PHEP Cache of equipment and supplies.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager