Medical Reserve Corp (MRC) Coordinator

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Chesterfield, VA

22d • $52,327 - $58,082 • Onsite

About The Position

The Chesterfield Health District of the Virginia Department of Health is seeking a Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Coordinator to provide program oversight and coordinate volunteers, staff, agencies, and community organizations. The Coordinator works with program and district leadership and community partners to determine volunteer roles and needs for planned events, and collaborates across the region to advance public health preparedness and response initiatives.

The position manages and reports volunteer Return on Investment metrics quarterly and annually, ensures compliance with ASPR and CDC reporting requirements, and implements recruitment strategies to expand and diversify the volunteer workforce. The Coordinator develops community disaster-readiness education, supports the Local Healthcare Emergency Coordination program through Community Organizations Active in Disaster initiatives, and coordinates training with governmental and nongovernmental partners. Trainings may include fit testing and Psychological First Aid.

The Coordinator works with district departments to identify volunteer opportunities and make effective use of MRC resources. In partnership with the Public Information Officer, the role supports social media, online and written content, and outreach. Other duties include maintaining redundant emergency communication systems for active volunteers, reviewing and updating the district’s MRC Handbook and training materials annually, and potentially deploying during public health emergencies to lead, coordinate, and support volunteers during response and recovery.

This is a restricted position, with funding scheduled for annual availability through September 30, 2027, and periodically thereafter. Continued employment depends on the availability of grant or non-general funds.

Requirements

• Experience coordinating and managing volunteers and community services.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation/public-speaking skills.
• Experience and ability to provide training to others.
• Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a diverse constituency.
• Knowledge and experience using computers and computer applications, including the Internet, email, and Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Prior public health and/or community outreach experience.
• Prior emergency management and/or response experience.

Responsibilities

• Contact volunteers, work unit staff, agencies, and organizations to recruit volunteers and communicate service needs.
• Coordinate with leadership and community partners to determine volunteer roles and needs for planned events.
• Manage and report volunteer Return on Investment metrics quarterly and annually.
• Ensure compliance with ASPR and CDC reporting requirements.
• Develop recruitment strategies to expand and diversify the volunteer workforce to reflect the communities served.
• Support regional MRC initiatives and partnerships that advance public health preparedness and response.
• Develop and expand educational programs that improve community disaster readiness.
• Support the Local Healthcare Emergency Coordination program by developing and managing Community Organizations Active in Disaster initiatives.
• Coordinate training opportunities through governmental and nongovernmental partners, including FEMA and TEEX.
• Facilitate trainings for volunteers and community members, including fit testing and Psychological First Aid.
• Collaborate with district departments to identify volunteer engagement opportunities and effectively use MRC resources.
• Partner with the Public Information Officer on social media, online and written content, communications, and outreach.
• Develop and maintain redundant communication systems to reach active volunteers during emergencies.
• Review and update the district’s MRC Handbook and supporting training materials annually.
• Potentially deploy during public health emergencies to lead, coordinate, and support MRC volunteers during response and recovery.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement plans, including a 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Sick, family/personal, and annual leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed