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ICF · 4 hours ago

Disaster Recovery Senior Public Assistance Specialist - ON CALL - US

positionBaton Rouge, LA
timePart-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level
money$45/hr - $55/hr
date5+ years exp

ICF's Disaster Management Division seeks Disaster Recovery Senior Public Assistance Specialists to join their team. This role involves providing professional support for the Public Assistance Division, assisting with program delivery and operational details to help communities recover from disasters.

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Responsibilities

Working with Federal and State Recovery Programs and Initiatives, Public Assistance and its implementing regulations with subject matter expertise
Applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of a wide variety of FEMA and Public Assistance issues and problems
Addressing strategic issues in disaster recovery operations including issues that have complex political and programmatic elements
Addressing FEMA Public Assistance policy and guidance technical issues in regard to current law and regulations
Analyze and track FEMA project worksheets and required operational data management
Support team and stakeholders with training and technical assistance
Coordinate and participate in resolution of project related issues and concerns
Optimize procedures and maintain communication and focus
Maintain and track each case as required in project report management information system
Measure performance with key metrics
Keep management team informed on issues, problems & resolutions
Superior customer service skill set, ability to listen, facilitate and negotiate problems
Expertise in area in which you are assigned. Carry out timely and accurate duties as requested
Travel as required to client recovery and ICF sites as required and requested by ICF management

Qualification

FEMA Public Assistance experienceAnalyzing FEMA project worksheetsDisaster recovery operationsMicrosoft Office SuiteCritical thinking skillsOrganizational skillsFEMA CertificationsInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsAttention to detailWork under pressure

Required

5+ years of FEMA, State or Local Public Assistance experience (see definition above) addressing operational issues in disaster recovery operations including issues that have complex programmatic element. May include PA, Hazard Mitigation, Grants
4+ years of experience personally analyzing FEMA project worksheets
Must be able and willing to travel (flight and vehicle) as required for project work with minimal notice
Must have a valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, MS Excel and computer use
High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting 'on-time' and professionally, including ability to follow directions
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to effectively plan, prioritize and manage multiple tasks and activities, independently and collaboratively
Strong written and oral communication, including interpersonal and presentation skills
Excellent critical thinking skills to help resolve project constraints and make decisions, paired with a desire to take initiative
Ability to work well under continually changing deadlines and priorities
Awareness and appreciation of applicant situations, socioeconomic backgrounds, and community dynamics

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in environmental, disaster management, construction, infrastructure, energy, finance or related area
Experience working active disasters with CDBG-DR, CDBG-MIT, 406/404-HMGP
Experience addressing strategic issues in disaster recovery operations including issues that have complex political and programmatic elements
Strong background in various types of construction
Experience addressing FEMA Public Assistance policy and guidance technical issues in regard to current law and regulations
Knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of a wide variety of grants administration issues and problems
FEMA Certifications

Company

ICF

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ICF is a global consulting and technology services provider focused on making big things possible for our clients.
dateFounded in 1969
location
Fairfax, Virginia, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
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https://www.icf.com

H1B Sponsorship

ICF has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (31)
2023 (35)
2022 (29)
2021 (31)
2020 (38)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$59M
Key Investors
New York State Department of TransportationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-02-13Grant· $29M
2021-03-15Grant· $30M
2006-09-28IPO

Leadership Team

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John Wasson
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
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James Morgan
Chief Operating Officer and EVP
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