RMOCC Assistant Director

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an RMOCC Assistant Director to support the RMOCC Director in daily coordination, program administration, and operational readiness across Kentucky’s Regional Medical Operations Coordination Center.

The role works closely with hospitals, EMS agencies, healthcare systems, and public health partners to optimize patient movement, enhance situational awareness, and ensure readiness for routine and emergency operations.

Qualifications

• BA required.
• 5 yrs related experience.
• Preferred: experience with healthcare coordination centers and emergency operations centers.

Responsibilities

• Support daily coordination activities for Kentucky’s Regional Medical Operations Coordination Center.
• Engage stakeholders including hospitals, EMS, and public health departments to improve coordination.
• Assist in maintaining readiness for routine and emergency operations.

Education

BA

Job description

Job Title

RMOCC Assistant Director

Requisition Number

RE56260

Department Name

7H85T:SURGERY-TRAUMA & ACUTE CARE

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

48

Salary Range

$64,210-105,914/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods,

Shift

M-F 8a-5p with after hours and weekends as required.

Job Summary

The Assistant RMOCC Manager supports the RMOCC Director in the development, implementation, and operation of Kentucky’s Regional Medical Operations Coordination Center. This position serves as a key operational leader responsible for daily coordination activities, stakeholder engagement, implementation of communication and coordination technologies, program administration, and operational readiness activities.

The Assistant RMOCC Manager works closely with hospitals, EMS agencies, healthcare systems, public health departments, and emergency management partners to support healthcare coordination, optimize patient movement, and improve situational awareness across the Commonwealth. The position serves as the Director’s designee when needed and assists in maintaining readiness for both routine and emergency operations.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

N/A

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Experience with healthcare coordination centers, transfer centers, command centers, or emergency operations centers. Experience implementing healthcare technology platforms. Experience managing grant-funded programs. Experience working with rural healthcare organizations. Knowledge of healthcare preparedness and response programs. Experience leading multi-stakeholder initiatives.

Deadline to Apply

11/05/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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