Deploys onsite in Hawaii to support FEMA Public Assistance programs. Conducts damage assessments, site inspections, recovery meetings, grant application and Project Worksheet development, financial analysis, project validation, payment reviews, change requests, applicant guidance, and closeout activities. Ensures compliance with FEMA policies while coordinating with government stakeholders. Fieldwork may involve outdoor disaster areas, extended standing and walking, off-road transportation, small aircraft, and limited lodging.
THIS IS A TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Deployed position to the state of Hawaii.
Position Summary
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
Required Education and Experience:
Field Work/Physical Demands:
Field Work associated with the PA Technical Specialist position requires the following:
Job Description Disclaimer:
This position description incorporates the job's core responsibilities. It recognizes that other related duties not specifically mentioned might also be performed and that not all responsibilities may be carried out depending on operational needs.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Upon hire, secondary employment and other employment restrictions must be disclosed and approved.
Tidal Basin Holdco, LLC, and its subsidiaries and affiliated companies, are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Deployed position to the state of Hawaii.
Position Summary
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
- Contribute and complete Site Inspections and Preliminary Damage Assessments as needed.
- 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 the preparation of change of scope requests, alternate project requests or improved project requests.
- 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.
- Follow all safety guidelines in performance of work activities.
- Complete all required training.
- Must work onsite at the client’s designated location
- High proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite applications, and ability to quickly learn new computer software, programs, and utilize various video conferencing tools.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Possess an in-depth understanding of FEMA’s Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide.
- Must be self-motivated, responsible, and confident with a commitment to integrity.
- Must be detail oriented, very organized, and able to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Must have a proficient understanding of concepts from applicant intake through project and subrecipient closeout.
- Experience working with Federal, State and Local Governments on the PA program
Required Education and Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience working in the FEMA Public Assistance grant program.
- Project management or personnel/team management experience preferred.
- Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Enhanced background screening may be required by the client.
Field Work/Physical Demands:
Field Work associated with the PA Technical Specialist position requires the following:
- Must be able to perform work for extended periods/durations of time in outdoor weather conditions.
- Must be able to walk/stand extended periods and negotiate terrain impacted by natural disasters.
- May require bending and stretching.
- Must be able to travel on small aircraft, ATV’s and off-road vehicles or other modes of transportation.
- Weight limitations on aircraft may be a possibility.
- Modified lodging and accommodations may be required given limited availability of traditional lodging.
Job Description Disclaimer:
This position description incorporates the job's core responsibilities. It recognizes that other related duties not specifically mentioned might also be performed and that not all responsibilities may be carried out depending on operational needs.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Upon hire, secondary employment and other employment restrictions must be disclosed and approved.
Tidal Basin Holdco, LLC, and its subsidiaries and affiliated companies, are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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