Medical Reserve Corp; MRC Coordinator

Position: Medical Reserve Corp (MRC) Coordinator
Title:

Medical Reserve Corp (MRC) Coordinator

State Role

Title:

Prog Admin Specialist I

Hiring Range: $53,500-$58,300

Pay Band: 4

Agency:
Virginia Department of Health

Location:

NORFOLK HQ

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

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Bold and catalytic, the Norfolk Department of Public Health (NDPH) is transforming the health landscape of our community through groundbreaking initiatives and strategic partnerships. We are committed to fostering a culture of radical collaboration, excellence, inclusivity, and resilience. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where your skills and passion can make a catalytic impact.

If you are ready to contribute to meaningful change and be part of a forward-thinking organization, NDPH is the place for you.

Job Duties

The Norfolk Health Department is seeking an MRC Coordinator who can 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, determines appropriate service role and need for volunteers in planned events. Supervises the training, performance, scheduling and utilization of volunteers.

Serves as a liaison between operations, administration and other staff and volunteers to assure optimum use of resources. Prepares reports and performs some general administrative tasks. May manage and monitor grants applications and disbursements/deliverables to assure sufficient funds and services are available to support program commitments. Represents the MRC at local and regional planning and coalition meetings.

This is a restricted position, which is solely funded by the (PHEP). The availability of funding is scheduled for review June 30th annually, and periodically thereafter. Continued employment is contingent on the continued availability of funds.

The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.

Minimum Qualifications

* 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.

* Knowledge and experience in use of computers and computer applications; skilled in internet, email and Microsoft Office.

Additional Considerations

* Experience at any level of government or private sector in emergency preparedness, volunteer recruitment and management strongly preferred.

* Prior experience in public health, outreach, health education, or related field preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service's Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.

VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and…