FEMA Public Assistance Technical Specialist

4 days ago

Atlanta, Georgia, United States GHD Full time
FEMA Public Assistance Technical Specialist

GHD is seeking highly motivated and experienced professionals to join our team of experts working on FEMA disaster recovery projects. As a FEMA Public Assistance Technical Specialist, you will provide technical assistance to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in support of its mission as a sub-prime contractor to the Public Assistance (PA) Program.

The PA program supports the recovery efforts of States, Counties, Municipalities, Tribal Governments, and Private Non-Profits by providing them with grant assistance for debris removal, life-saving emergency protective measures, and restoring public infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct site visits and damage assessments of disaster-related damaged infrastructure
  • Collaborate with State and local governments to develop detailed damage descriptions, scopes of work (SOW) and cost estimates for restoration of damaged infrastructure and for cost-effective hazard mitigation measures
  • Work with State and local governments to come to agreement on damage descriptions, scopes of work, and cost estimates
  • Provide technical support and guidance on assessing damaged facilities, and grant formulation to ensure smooth delivery of the program to applicants
Requirements:
  • Expert level proficiency in various computer-based program applications such as MS Excel, MS Word, Adobe, MS Office, and Google Earth
  • Ability and experience in conducting in-person and virtual meetings using digital conference platforms such as MS Teams and Zoom
  • Ability to mobilize within 24-48 hours
  • Must be able to commit a minimum of 45-90 days, with total length of a deployment to be a 6mo - 1yr+ assignment in remote locations and in disaster conditions
  • Ability to professionally interact with Public Entities/FEMA Applicants, Grant Recipients, and other disaster recovery stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Working knowledge of the FEMA Public Assistance Program/Policy Guide v4
  • Trained in the "New" PA delivery model with web-based Grants Manager Experience
  • FEMA PA field deployment experience preferred
  • Active FEMA badge preferred
  • Working knowledge of FEMA's Cost Estimating Format (CEF) and RS Means

GHD offers aggressive compensation based on credentials, experience, and degrees. Compensation is dependent upon educational and professional background, experience, and to-be-decided classification and skill level, per FEMA contractual guidelines. Per diem (food and lodging) and rapid reimbursement at GSA rates apply to all staff living greater than 50 miles from duty station.

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