FEMA - Program Delivery Specialist

CDM Smith; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a FEMA - Program Delivery Specialist to manage applicant data and validate claims. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma and five years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include supporting communication with applicants and ensuring the accuracy of performance details. This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a FEMA Badge.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a FEMA Badge.
• 5 years of in-field experience (or 2 years with a bachelor's degree).

Responsibilities

• Collect and review applicant data for eligibility.
• Support communication with the applicant regarding their status.
• Validate and record damage for claims process.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Written and oral communication skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

40509BR

Requisition ID: 40509BR

Business Unit: FSU

Job Title: FEMA - Program Delivery Specialist

The Disaster Program Delivery Specialist:

• Collects, coordinates and/or reviews applicant data to determine eligibility and priority of assignments to include but not limited to: audits for completeness, reviews information gathered during the Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) for assigned applicants, completes exploratory calls to gather information from applicants, and understands each applicant’s projects and recovery priorities.
• Supports the communication process with the applicant about their status by scheduling regular meetings, tracking and following up with the applicants on FEMA’s requests. Coordinates transmittal of documents through FEMA’s Consolidated Resource Centers utilizing a web-based tool, schedules site inspections with the applicants and Site Inspector Task Force Leader and identifies when technical expertise may be needed throughout the program delivery process.
• Supports the claims process by reviewing and validating damage details, scopes of work, and costs with the applicant. Participates in regular FEMA meetings by providing updates on work status and may evaluate claims and make recommendations to FEMA as to whether the claim is eligible. Assists with the development of the Determination Memo and communicating final determinations to the applicants during close out. Conducts an exit briefing with the applicant. Performs other duties as required.
• May coordinate and complete basic to moderately complex site inspections to validate and record damage to assist in the FEMA Public Assistance grant delivery process.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain a FEMA Badge, which includes a background investigation for a Public Trust position.

Location

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Work Location Options: Successful candidate will be required to work in office and field locations as needed.

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Temporary

Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Travel: 100%

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Domestic travel is required.
• 5 years of in-field experience (2 years of in-field experience with a bachelor’s degree).

Skills and Abilities

• Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a FEMA Badge, which includes a background investigation for a Public Trust position.
• Demonstrates good organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Good attention to detail and customer service skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and remain flexible.

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Pay Range Minimum: $27.30

Pay Range Maximum: $48.30

Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Driver's License Requirements: An appropriate and valid driver’s license is required.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks and may conduct drug testing for designated positions as described. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment. Please review for specifics if relevant to your region.

Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

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