OPS - FEMORS Logistics Coordinator

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

The FEMORS Logistics Coordinator oversees the inventory and readiness of the Disaster Portable Morgue Unit (DPMU), coordinates training, develops operational protocols, and provides logistical support during deployments. The position maintains 24/7 readiness and is funded by an extramural grant. The coordinator manages routine inventory, maintenance, and resupply of the DPMU cache, ensuring equipment is operational, compliant with safety standards, and deployment-ready. Responsibilities include procurement, inventory management, warehouse organization, vehicle storage and maintenance options, and transportation load planning for activations and training exercises. During deployments, in consultation with local authorities, the coordinator supports initial scene response and evaluates personnel and equipment needs; supports scene processing, temporary morgue operations and forensic units, a Victim Information Center (VIC), and responder administration; evaluates facilities; supervises and administers the DPMU; and distributes equipment to command, field recovery, morgue, VIC, and MIC operations. The role coordinates annual training with command staff, develops and reviews internal protocols and quality assurance materials (Field Operations Guide), reviews applicant submissions and advises on FEMORS classifications, and provides hands-on instruction on equipment use and safety. It also develops training manuals and handouts and contributes to annual status and deliverable reports covering sustainment, management, and training. Administrative duties include monitoring compliance with University of Florida, DOH, and OSHA regulations; negotiating with vendors and following bid solicitation procedures; researching equipment and technology; conducting educational outreach to emergency operations centers and District Medical Examiners; maintaining 24/7 go-team readiness; promoting FEMORS through educational opportunities; and creating and distributing targeted marketing content to support team membership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in administration and mechanical aptitude.
Must upload a cover letter and resume to be considered.

Responsibilities

Oversee routine inventory, maintenance, and resupply of the DPMU cache, ensuring equipment is operational, safety-compliant, and deployment-ready.
Manage equipment procurement, inventory, warehouse organization, vehicle storage and maintenance options, and transportation load planning for activations and training exercises.
Provide logistical support during deployments, including initial scene response and evaluation of personnel and equipment needs in consultation with local authorities.
Support scene processing, temporary morgue operations and forensic units, Victim Information Center operations, and responder administration during deployments.
Evaluate potential facilities for size, layout, accessibility, and support infrastructure.
Supervise and administer the DPMU, including site setup, inventory, cache maintenance, and disaster response.
Distribute equipment to the Administrative Command Post, field recovery operations, morgue, VIC, and MIC as needed.
Coordinate annual training sessions with command staff and provide hands-on instruction on equipment use and safety.
Develop, maintain, and annually review internal protocols and quality assurance materials, including the Field Operations Guide.
Review new applicant submissions and advise on FEMORS classification options.
Develop and manage training manuals and handouts.
Contribute to annual status reports and deliverable reports related to sustainment, management, and training.
Monitor compliance with University of Florida, DOH, and OSHA regulations.
Negotiate with vendors and follow bid solicitation procedures.
Research equipment and stay informed about technology and updates.
Conduct educational outreach to local emergency operations centers and District Medical Examiners about FEMORS activities and how to become involved or request assistance.
Maintain 24/7 go-team response readiness.
Promote FEMORS through educational opportunities and create and distribute targeted marketing content to promote team membership.