Public Assistance Technical Specialists; Reservist On Call

Overview

ICF’s Disaster Management Division is hiring Disaster Recovery Public Assistance Technical Specialists – Reservist On Call. The position is on‑call, requires travel to client offices and disaster recovery sites across the U.S., and deployment for multi‑week assignments.

Hourly compensation ranges from $25 to $40, based on location, match to the job description, and other factors determined by the hiring team.

• Work on scopes of work, cost alignments, and building projects.
• Evaluate facility damages, documents, and photographs pursuant to scope of service consultations.
• Prepare damaged component inventory and detailed estimate of damage.
• Perform cost estimation during project development and formulation.
• Apply program requirements, policies, procedures and protocols.
• Provide accurate repair cost information to help build competitive estimates.
• Review FEMA project sub‑grant applications for completeness and prepare version requests.
• Support project team members with technical interpretations and assistance.
• Attend meetings with agencies and applicants to assess proposed recovery projects, discuss objectives and construction budget.
• Consult on Hazard Mitigation, 428 Alternative Procedures, and other FEMA Public Assistance rules and regulations.
• Apply knowledge of design, construction procedures, zoning, building codes and materials.
• Analyze complex situations or data requiring evaluation of intangibles.
• Exercise independent judgement in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• 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 the project report management information system.
• Measure performance with key metrics.
• Keep management team informed on issues, problems and resolutions.
• Deliver superior customer service, including listening, facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Execute timely and accurate duties as requested.
• Travel as required to client recovery and ICF sites, by flight or vehicle, with minimal notice.

• 3+ years of construction experience, including 3+ years working in disaster recovery and grant monitoring through federal and state levels of government with emphasis on the FEMA Public Assistance program.
• 2+ years working knowledge of RS Means, Xactimate, FEMA Cost Estimate or applicable web‑based cost estimator software.
• 5+ years of experience with FEMA Public Assistance programs, Hazard Mitigation 404, 406, Alternate and Improved Project requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and successful Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
• Willingness and ability to travel (flight and vehicle) as required for project work with minimal notice.

• 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.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to plan, prioritize and manage multiple tasks independently and collaboratively.
• Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Excellent critical‑thinking skills to 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.

• 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 with 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.

ICF is an equal‑opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable accommodations are available for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs. In all phases of the application and employment process, you may request an accommodation by emailing C