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The role oversees the inventory and readiness of the Disaster Portable Morgue Unit, or
DPMU, coordinates training sessions, develops operational protocols, provides logistical
support during deployments, and maintains a state of 24/7 readiness funded by an
extramural grant.
Logistics - Oversee the routine inventory, maintenance, and resupply of the Disaster Portable Morgue Unit, or
DPMU, cache, ensuring equipment is operational, compliant with safety standards, and deployment
ready. Marshals equipment including procurement, inventory management, warehouse organization,
vehicle storage and maintenance options, transportation load planning for both activations and training
exercises. During deployment (PRN), in consultation with local authorities, duties shall include initial scene response and evaluation of personnel and equipment required for: processing of the scene, establishing temporary morgue operations and support of the forensic units within the morgue, establishing a Victim Information Center (VIC) to receive reports of missing persons, and managing responder administration. Evaluates locations for facility sizes, layout, accessibility, and support infrastructure. Supervises and administers the FEMORS Disaster Portable Morgue Unit (DPMU) to include site set-up, inventory, cache maintenance,
and disaster response. Distributes equipment as needed for Administrative Command Post, field recovery
operations, the morgue, the VIC, and the MIC
Strategic Communications Planning and Management
Coordinates with command staff to execute annual training sessions to enhance team preparedness,
develops maintains and performs annual reviews of internal protocols and quality assurance (Field
Operations Guide - FOG), reviews new applicant submissions to offer advice on FEMORS classification
options, and provide hands-on instruction on equipment use and safety
Develop and maintain internal protocols and quality assurance (Field Operations Guide - FOG). Develop
and manage training manuals and handouts.
Coordinates with command staff to provide input for completion of annual status reports and deliverable
reports in sustainment, management, and training. Assists with internal monitoring of all aspects of
Administration
Monitors compliance with University of Florida, DOH, and OSHA regulations. Negotiates with vendors and
follows proper bid 'solicitation procedures’. Researches equipment and stays abreast of the latest
technology and updates.
Performs educational outreach to local emergency operations centers and District Medical Examiners to
educate them on the activities of FEMORS and how to become involved or request assistance. Maintains
Go-team response, 24-7 on-call readiness.
Promotes the FEMORS program in educational opportunities to relevant audiences. Create and distribute
targeted marketing content to promote FEMORS team membership. Channels may include, but are not
limited to, mail, e-mail, social media, signage, events, open houses, and presentations.
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