Medical Reserve Corp; MRC Coordinator

Title:

Medical Reserve Corp (MRC) Coordinator

State Role

Title:

Prog Admin Specialist I

Paying Range: $52,327.00 - $58,082.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Virginia Department of Health

Location: CHESTERFIELD HQ

Agency Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of Virginians. The VDH is made up of a statewide Central Office in Richmond and 33 local health districts. The Chesterfield Health District provides public health services to the residents of Chesterfield County, Powhatan County, and the City of Colonial Heights.

The Chesterfield Health District is seeking an MRC Coordinator who will provide program oversight by contacting volunteers, work unit staff, other agencies and organizations to recruit volunteers and inform work unit staff of services needed. In coordination with program and district leadership and community partners, the Coordinator determines appropriate service role and need for volunteers in planned events.

The MRC Coordinator duties include, but are not limited to, managing and reporting volunteer Return on Investment (ROI) metrics on a quarterly and annual basis; ensuring compliance with all ASPR and CDC reporting requirements; implementing recruitment strategies to expand and diversify the volunteer workforce so it reflects the demographics of the communities served; supporting regional MRC initiatives and partnerships; developing and expanding educational programs that enhance community disaster readiness;

supporting the Local Healthcare Emergency Coordination (LHEC) program through the development and management of Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD) initiatives; coordinating training opportunities through governmental and non-governmental partners, including FEMA, TEEX; facilitating in-house and partner-led trainings for volunteers and community members, such as fit testing and Psychological First Aid.

The Coordinator collaborates with all district departments to identify opportunities for volunteer engagement and support, ensuring MRC resources are effectively utilized to enhance district operations and public health initiatives. In partnership with the Public Information Officer (PIO), the Coordinator assists with managing social media platforms, maintaining online and written content, and contributing to communication and outreach efforts that strengthen the visibility and impact of the MRC program.

The Coordinator is responsible for developing and maintaining redundant communication systems, annually reviewing and updating the district's MRC Handbook and supporting training materials. The Coordinator may be deployed during public health emergencies to provide leadership, coordination, and support for MRC volunteers engaged in emergency response and recovery activities.

The position is a restricted appointment; continued employment is contingent upon the availability of grant or non-general funds. Funding is scheduled for annually (9/30/2027) and thereafter.

The Virginia Department of Health offers 13 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan), sick, family/personal, and annual leave.

• Experience in 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 in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a diverse constituency
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office, Internet, and email

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

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics.