Public Assistance Technical Specialist – Reservist On Call

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Collaborate on scopes of work, cost alignments, and project construction.

• Assess facility damages, including documentation and photographs in accordance with service consultation scopes.

• Manage inventory of damaged components and provide a comprehensive estimate of damages.

• Conduct cost estimation during the phases of project development and formulation.

• Implement program requirements, policies, procedures, and protocols.

• Deliver precise repair cost information to facilitate competitive estimate development.

• Perform thorough reviews of FEMA project sub-grant applications (project worksheets) for accuracy and prepare version requests.

• Assist project team members with technical interpretations and support.

• Participate in meetings with agencies and applicants to evaluate proposed recovery projects, discuss objectives, and review construction budgets as needed.

• Provide consultation on Hazard Mitigation, 428 Alternative Procedures, and other FEMA Public Assistance rules and regulations.

• Utilize knowledge of design, construction processes, zoning and building codes, and building materials.

• Develop damage component inventory and detailed damage assessments.

• Address significant and complex issues where data analysis requires consideration of intangibles.

• Apply independent judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to achieve outcomes.

• Coordinate and engage in the resolution of project-related challenges and concerns.

• Streamline procedures while maintaining effective communication and focus.

• Track and manage each case as mandated within the project report management information system.

• Evaluate performance using key metrics.

• Keep the management team updated on issues, challenges, and solutions.

• Exhibit superior customer service skills, with the ability to listen, facilitate, and negotiate solutions effectively.

• Demonstrate expertise in your assigned area, executing duties accurately and promptly as required.

• Travel as necessary to client recovery and ICF sites as directed by ICF management.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of construction experience, including 3 years in disaster recovery and grant monitoring at federal and state government levels, particularly within the FEMA Public Assistance program.

• At least 2 years of practical knowledge of RS Means, Xactimate, FEMA Cost Estimate, or equivalent web-based cost estimating software.

• Over 5 years of experience with FEMA Public Assistance programs, including Hazard Mitigation 404, 406, and Alternate and Improved Project requirements.

• Must be prepared and willing to travel (by flight and vehicle) as necessary for project work on short notice.

• A valid driver’s license is required, along with the successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Comprehensive health benefits.

• Flexible work environment.

• Travel reimbursement as per company policy.