Tidal Basin Group · 4 months ago
Public Assistance Technical Specialist
Anchorage, AK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expTidal Basin Group is seeking an experienced FEMA Public Assistance Technical Specialist to provide onsite assistance for FEMA’s Public Assistance program. The role involves managing multiple tasks, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with program guidelines while providing technical and programmatic support.
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Responsibilities
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
Must work onsite at the client’s designated location
Qualification
Required
Solid understanding of the FEMA PA grant program
Capable of managing multiple tasks with demanding deadlines
Successful track record of working collaboratively with stakeholders ensuring compliance with the PA program guidelines
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
Must work onsite at the client's designated location
High proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite applications
Ability to quickly learn new computer software, programs, or tools, and utilize various video conferencing tools
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated, responsible, and confident with a commitment to integrity
High attention to detail, very organized and able to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines
Proficient understanding of concepts from applicant intake through project and subrecipient closeout
Experience working with Federal, State and Local Governments on the PA program
Minimum of 3 years of professional experience working in the FEMA Public Assistance grant program
Preferred
Project management or personnel/team management experience
A bachelor's degree
Company
Tidal Basin Group
An industry-leading program management consulting firm that provides integrated technology, resilience, and emergency management solutions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-08-22Acquired
Leadership Team
Stephen T. Surace, CPA
President and Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Yonce
VP, Chief Operating Officer, Tidal Basin Enterprise Solutions
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