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Public Assistance Specialist, Recovery Cadre 2025
Public Assistance Specialist, Recovery Cadre 2025AC Disaster Consulting • Baton Rouge, LA, US
Public Assistance Specialist, Recovery Cadre 2025

Public Assistance Specialist, Recovery Cadre 2025

AC Disaster Consulting • Baton Rouge, LA, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Temporary
Job description

Position Summary

Public Assistance Specialist, Recovery Cadre 2025. The 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. Immediate deployment may be required. If your interest or availability changes after applying, notify the recruiter to update your application.

Position Details

  • Job Title : Emergency Management Public Assistance Specialist (Junior, Mid, Senior levels)
  • Employment type : Temporary
  • Full Time or Part Time : Full time
  • 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
  • Base pay range : $52,000.00 / yr - $93,000.00 / yr

Compensation and Benefits

This job posting provides pay information as described by AC Disaster Consulting. Benefits : Temporary positions are not benefits eligible except as required by law.

Mission and Role

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 and will provide general recovery assistance for emergency operations. Applicants should be passionate about making a difference and support local, state, and federal jurisdictions prepare for and recover from disasters. The position will be guided by ACDC's Corporate Values Platform in all activities.

Responsibilities

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

    • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strong knowledge in FEMA categories A, B, and E
  • Experience with at least two major Disaster Recovery efforts
  • Experience in Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
  • Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal and active listening skills
  • Strong time management and written / oral communication skills
  • Customer service oriented
  • Flexible in a dynamic environment

    • Experience and Education

  • Experience : 1-7+ years of FEMA public assistance and grant experience (Junior 1-3 years, Mid 3-5, Senior 5-7)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of FEMA categories A, B, and E
  • Experience writing project worksheets (PWs) and using grants portals or similar systems
  • Experience supporting an Emergency Operations Center
  • Strong MS Excel proficiency

    • Education Preferences

  • Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management or related field preferred
  • Experience conducting preliminary damage assessments (PDAs) with Federal, State, and local officials
  • Financial compliance experience

    • Other Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Eligible to work in the United States without employer-sponsored visa
  • Must pass background and reference checks; may require client-specific checks

    • Working Conditions

  • Remote work sites with home location determined at hire; travel to client sites and deployment for extended periods
  • On-site work with clients (EOC, hospitals, debris sites, local government buildings) or field deployments; may involve adverse weather

    • Hours and Travel

  • Schedule may vary; some evenings and weekends may be required
  • Travel to on-site work is expected

    • Equal Opportunity Employer

    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 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. Reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans. Please contact Human Resources for accommodation.

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