FEMA PA-TAC Public Assistance

FEMA Public Assistance TAC Position Opportunities GHD is hiring highly motivated and experienced FEMA Public Assistance Technical Specialists to of professionals working on FEMA disaster recovery projects. We 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 Govts, and Private Non-Profits by providing them with grant assistance for debris removal, life-saving emergency protective measures, and restoring public infrastructure.GHD is actively searching for highly motivated, dedicated, and experienced professionals to fill various Part-time as needed Temporary Positions. This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain/maintain/transfer a DHS Public Trust Clearance. The Public Assistance positions will be embedded within FEMA disaster locations to provide technical assistance that may include: • Conducting site visits and damage assessments of disaster-related damaged infrastructure • Collaborating with the 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 • Working with the State and local governments to come to agreement on damage descriptions, scopes of work, and cost estimates • Providing technical support and guidance on assessing damaged facilities, and grant formulation to ensure smooth delivery of the program to applicants.Qualifications • Must have 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.• To be successful in an entry level position, you will need to have a minimum of 2 years of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance (PA) experience. • Qualifications for the Mid-Level is a Bachelor’s degree and 5-10 years of FEMA PA experience. • Qualifications for theSenior level is a Bachelor’s degree and 10-15 years of FEMA PA experience. Additional desired experience and skills: • 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 MeansProfessional demeanor and customer service skills are a must Preferred Qualifications • We are looking for Professionals with skillsets in over 50 categories including: • Archaeologist Mid • ArchaeologistSenior • Architect Mid • ArchitectSenior • Architectural Historian Mid • Architectural HistorianSenior • Biologist Mid • BiologistSenior • Certified Floodplain Manager Mid • Certified Floodplain ManagerSenior • Civil Engineer Mid • Civil EngineerSenior • Coastal Engineer Mid • Coastal EngineerSenior • Construction Manager Mid • Construction ManagerSenior • Construction or Building Inspector Mid • Construction or Building InspectorSenior • EcologistSenior • Electrical Engineer Mid • Electrical EngineerSenior • Environmental EngineerSenior • Environmental Planner Mid • Environmental PlannerSenior • Estimator Mid • EstimatorSenior • General Planner Mid • General PlannerSenior • GeologistSenior • Graphic ArtistSenior • Health ScientistSenior • Historic Architect Mid • Historic ArchitectSenior • HorticulturalistSenior • Hydraulic EngineerSenior • HydrologistSenior • Industrial HygienistSenior • Management Analyst (Program Strategist) Mid • Management Analyst (Program Strategist)Senior • Mechanical Engineer Mid • Mechanical EngineerSenior • Project Manager Mid • Project ManagerSenior • Reports and Communication Specialist Mid • Reports and Communication SpecialistSenior • Sanitary EngineerSenior • Soil/Geotechnical Engineer Mid • Soil/Geotechnical EngineerSenior • Structural Engineer Mid • Structural EngineerSenior • Technical Writer Mid • Technical WriterSenior • Trainer Mid • TrainerSenior • Water Quality SpecialistSenior • Wetlands SpecialistSenior Background Investigation Must be a U.S.Citizen and able to pass a FEMA/DHS background investigationCompensation • 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. • $35.00 - $68.00 per hour Amount of Travel Required • Must be willing to temporarily relocate to a disaster site, for an extended period of time.• Rotation to place of residence reimbursed and allowed every depending on details outlined on the FEMA Task Order. Are you passionate about pursuing this position? If so, please submit your resume and cover letter via the link below. As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.• LI-JS1 Apply tot his job