Public Assistance Technical Specialist

FEMA Public Assistance Technical Specialist

Tidal Basin has an opportunity for an experienced FEMA Public Assistance Technical Specialist. The selected candidate will deploy and work onsite at the client's location providing assistance on FEMA's Public Assistance (PA) program. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the FEMA PA grant program and will be capable of managing multiple tasks with demanding deadlines. Candidates must demonstrate a successful track record of working collaboratively with stakeholders ensuring compliance with the PA program guidelines.

Job Duties and Responsibilities include :

• Participate in the Exploratory Call and then attend and participate in the Recovery Scoping Meeting
• Schedule, attend, and participate in all Recovery Transition Meetings with applicants
• Provide programmatic and technical assistance, perform program reviews, and project analysis as required
• Development of federal grant applications (FEMA Project Worksheets) for all Categories of Work, providing review and quality assurance as to damage descriptions, scope of work, cost estimates, and general content
• Collect, analyze, organize, and summarize financial data
• Formulate large and small projects and perform validations
• Assist with preparation of change of scope requests, alternate project requests or improved project requests
• In depth understanding of FEMA's Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide
• Guide applicants through the entire grant process, with experience using Grants Portal and / or Grants Manager
• Provide project reviews for partial and final payment requests
• Participate in scheduling and conducting site inspections
• Prior experience performing financial closeout duties related to the FEMA PA Program
• Complete all required training

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