FEMA Public Assistance Technical Specialist

Job Description

Job Description Job Description We are hiring highly motivated and experienced FEMA Public Assistance Technical Specialists to join our team of professionals working on FEMA disaster recovery projects. Applicants must have a minimum of five (5) years of FEMA Public Assistance experience, or your resume will not be considered. This is not a remote position; hires will be required to be in the field and ready to deploy. ALL FEMA experience must be listed on your resume including disaster numbers. Will accept Engineers/Architects without 5 years of FEMA experience. The ideal candidates MUST have a minimum of five (5) years of FEMA PA TAC experience in any of following positions: Engineering (Geotechnical, Electrical, Enviromental, Civil, Mechanical, Structural) PE is a plus Architect Environmental Planner (Must have knowledge and experience with NEPA and GIS) Program Delivery Manager experience Construction Inspector/Building Inspector (preferred experience for (public utilities, transportation, schools, roadways, sewer, etc.) Construction Manager Grant Managers with state or federal experience Hydrologists Geologists Wetlands Specialist/Soil Specialist Water Quality Specialist Certified Flood Plan Specialist Mitigation Specialist- (must have FEMA experience) Please include all FEMA disaster declaration (DR) numbers for each FEMA Public Assistance role on your resume. We will not accept DRs on a separate sheet of paper. f you are already on a Prime/Subcontractor roster, you will have to resign or not be deployed within six months. If you currently have a FEMA Badge, please but badge number on resume. If you are currently working with a Prime/Subcontractor, please note on resume. Please list all education on resume including dates of attendance. Responsibilities may include: Conduct site assessments and inspections of damaged infrastructure Develop Damage Description and Dimensions (DDD) in Grants Manager and provide supporting documentation for work orders Develop scopes of work and cost estimates using knowledge of FEMA, State, or Local Cost codes and other cost data Develop and implement disaster recovery plans Provide technical assistance to local government officials and community leaders Oversee the construction of disaster recovery projects. Prepare reports and documentation. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in your field from an accredited university, Must have at least five (5) years of FEMA Public Assistance experience in disaster response and recovery can include state/county disaster recovery Professional licenses and certifications (such as P.E. license, PMP, etc.) are preferred. Experience working in commercial and public facilities, including roads, bridges, water/wastewater treatment facilities, schools, and municipal buildings. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Must be a U.S. citizen Resumes must be up to date with month/date for each position Additionally, FEMA training maybe required Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include: DHS Clearance Criminal Background screening Drug Screen Badge This position is contingent upon a DHS Clearance and selection by the client. Candidates must be prepared to deploy to disaster sites for up to six (6) months at a time. Travel expenses will be reimbursed. There are no remote positions at this time. If you are unable to deploy, please do not apply. We look forward to hearing from you We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary Pay: $70,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Education: Bachelor’s (Required) High School diploma/GED with 15 years of experience for Construction Inspector/Manager) Experience: FEMA field experience in disaster response and recovery: 5 years (Required) Working in commercial and public facilities: 5 years (Required) FEMA Public Assistance: 5 years (Required) License/Certification: License in surveying, construction or FEMA Project Mgmt. (Preferred) Professional Engineering license (Preferred) Mandatory to take FEMA courses for designated position. Deployment will be delayed without taking required courses. Work Location: On the road