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Public Assistance Specialist, Recovery Cadre 2025
Public Assistance Specialist, Recovery Cadre 2025AC Disaster Consulting • Atlanta, GA, US
Public Assistance Specialist, Recovery Cadre 2025

Public Assistance Specialist, Recovery Cadre 2025

AC Disaster Consulting • Atlanta, GA, US
27 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

This job posting is to establish a CADRE of Recovery Public Assistance Specialist candidates who can be ready to deploy across the US as needs arise. As opportunities arise, immediate deployment may be required. If you choose to apply and your interest or availability requirements change, please notify us to we can update your application. Thank you!

Introduction :

We are a leading, national consulting firm that provides compassionate, full-spectrum emergency management services including planning and preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation services to the public and private sectors before, during and after a natural disaster or catastrophic event.

Our mission is to provide compassionate consulting services to local, state, federal, and industry clients, active in disaster response, recovery, and preparedness. We will be on time, on target, and on budget with the services aligned to the evolving threats and hazards facing our nation.

The position will be guided by ACDC’s Corporate Values Platform in all activities.

Position Summary :

  • Job Title : Emergency Management Public Assistance Specialist (Junior, Mid, Senior levels)
  • Full Time or Part Time : Full time
  • Temporary / Seasonal / Regular : Temporary
  • Compensation : $25-65 / hour depending on location & job level
  • Travel / Location : On-site in various areas of the country as needed , with up to 100% travel required. Must be able to travel / deploy for extended time period. Preference may be given to candidates local to the worksite areas.

Benefits Summary : Temporary positions are not benefits eligible except as required by law.

Mission of Role / Position Summary :

Be part of a team of knowledgeable, compassionate, and helpful allies for our clients. The Public Assistance Specialist for the disaster Recovery division will play an integral part of helping citizens and communities recover from natural disasters. In addition, this role will be providing general recover assistance for emergency operations. Applicants should be passionate about making a difference in the world, and interested in supporting local, state, and federal jurisdictions prepare for and recover from disasters.

Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities :

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions :

  • Provides technical assistance and expertise help clients through the recovery process.
  • Maintains a complete understanding of all applicable Public Assistance policies, requirements, and evaluation protocols.
  • Analyze and evaluate selected project applications, supporting documentation and inspection reports for accuracy and compliance with applicable FEMA policies and procedures.
  • Ensures quality, completeness, and on-time delivery of all assigned tasks.
  • Utilizes grant portal system to track and evaluate client information.
  • Maintains and utilized knowledge of procurement and contracting requirements.
  • Works through all phases of the grant lifecycle.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

  • Strong knowledge in categories A, B, and E
  • Experience with at least two major Disaster Recovery efforts.
  • Experience working and supporting in an Emergency Operations Center.
  • Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal and active listening skills.
  • Strong time management skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Customer service oriented Technical Skills.
  • The ability to be flexible in a dynamic environment and outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
  • Supervisory Responsibilities :

    This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

    Expected Hours of Work :

    Schedule may vary. Work on evenings and weekends may be required. Dependability and punctuality are paramount.

    Travel Requirements :

  • Travel to onsite work is expected for this position.
  • Must be willing to travel and deploy to client sites for extended periods of time.
  • Physical Demands :

  • Mobility required on-site with clients.
  • Sitting or standing for hours at a time.
  • Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time if needed.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. throughout the day and as needed.
  • Working Environment :

  • Emergency management consultants may work in an office or home environment or be deployed to the field which may require working outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
  • Work may be on-site with clients ex : EOC, hospital, debris sites or local government buildings.
  • All AC Disaster Consulting (ACDC) positions are remote work site positions with the home location agreed upon at time of hire.
  • If the remote work site locations change, ACDC Human Resources must be made aware, and leadership needs to approve any site changes for business registration and payroll tax purposes.
  • Requirements

    Experience / Education Required :

  • 1-7+ years of FEMA public assistance and grant experience (Junior-level : 1-3 years, Mid-level 3-5 years, Senior-level 5-7 years)
  • Demonstrated practical knowledge of categories A, B, and E
  • Demonstrated experience in at least 2 major disaster recovery efforts
  • Demonstrated experience writing project worksheets (PWs)
  • Demonstrated experience using database software to work with project eligibility, scope of work, and estimating costs to repair or replace facility or structure to it's pre-disaster design
  • Experience working in and supporting an Emergency Operations Center
  • Experience with grants portal, EMMIE, or any state specific grants systems
  • Strong proficiency in MS Excel
  • Experience / Education Preferred :

  • A Bachelors degree in Emergency Management or other relevant field is preferred.
  • Experience conducting preliminary damage assessments (PDAs in the field with Federal, State, and local officials
  • Financial compliance experience
  • Additional Qualifications :

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsored visa is required. We are not able to employ those located outside of the US.
  • Must pass company and any applicable client background check and reference check upon offer of employment.
  • Benefits

    Temporary positions are not benefits eligible except where required by law.

    EEO Statement

    AC Disaster Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

    This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AC Disaster Consulting will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic.

    Please redact or remove information that identifies applicant's age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at (or graduation from) an educational institution from the resume or other application documents prior to submitting the application.

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