September 11, 2024

GHD

Wichita

TEMPORARY & PART TIME

FEMA PA-TAC Public Assistance

FEMA Public Assistance TAC Position Opportunities
GHD is hiring highly motivated and experienced FEMA Public Assistance Technical Specialists to join our team 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 the Senior 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 Means

Preferred Qualifications

We are looking for Professionals with skillsets in over 50 categories including:
Archaeologist Mid
Archaeologist Senior
Architect Mid
Architect Senior
Architectural Historian Mid
Architectural Historian Senior
Biologist Mid
Biologist Senior
Certified Floodplain Manager Mid
Certified Floodplain Manager Senior
Civil Engineer Mid
Civil Engineer Senior
Coastal Engineer Mid
Coastal Engineer Senior
Construction Manager Mid
Construction Manager Senior
Construction or Building Inspector Mid
Construction or Building Inspector Senior
Ecologist Senior
Electrical Engineer Mid
Electrical Engineer Senior
Environmental Engineer Senior
Environmental Planner Mid
Environmental Planner Senior
Estimator Mid
Estimator Senior
General Planner Mid
General Planner Senior
Geologist Senior
Graphic Artist Senior
Health Scientist Senior
Historic Architect Mid
Historic Architect Senior
Horticulturalist Senior
Hydraulic Engineer Senior
Hydrologist Senior
Industrial Hygienist Senior
Management Analyst (Program Strategist) Mid
Management Analyst (Program Strategist) Senior
Mechanical Engineer Mid
Mechanical Engineer Senior
Project Manager Mid
Project Manager Senior
Reports and Communication Specialist Mid
Reports and Communication Specialist Senior
Sanitary Engineer Senior
Soil/Geotechnical Engineer Mid
Soil/Geotechnical Engineer Senior
Structural Engineer Mid
Structural Engineer Senior
Technical Writer Mid
Technical Writer Senior
Trainer Mid
Trainer Senior
Water Quality Specialist Senior
Wetlands Specialist Senior

Background Investigation
Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to pass a FEMA/DHS background investigation
Compensation

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.

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.

Hourly Salary Rate $21-$89 Depending on Location and Experience
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.