EP Coord - Hazard Mit Spec - Posn - EMD

Job Responsibilities

Provides assistance to state and local applicants pursuing hazard mitigation grant funding through federal Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) programs including Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). Conducts briefings and meetings with potential mitigation applicants; accepts and reviews applications; provides technical assistance to support compliance and technical merit; and prepares recommendations for action by others. Ensures accurate and timely submission of applications and documentation in required systems and databases.

Provides mitigation training and information sessions. Reviews payment/reimbursement to subgrantees based on approved project schedule, progress, and work completed. Creates and maintains financial reconciliation for assigned projects. Monitors subgrantee compliance and answers inquiries regarding policies, regulations, and other state and federal requirements. Conducts post-completion compliance inspections and resolves routine issues and problems. Provides regular updates and reports regarding project status.

Reviews project budgets, quarterly reports, deadlines, and other compliance activities. Coordinates with other staff regarding mitigation projects and plans as needed and performs other mitigation-related duties as assigned. Serves in the State Emergency Operations Center or in an affected area during actual emergencies and during exercises and drills. Performs duties under the supervision of a Hazard Mitigation Coordinator.

Bachelor’s degree. Experience in mitigation, grants, or project management preferred.

South Carolina Certified Emergency Manager certification preferred, or the employee will seek to complete within three years.

Must be able to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related emergency management program information. Must be able to establish and maintain professional relationships with internal and external personnel and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Must be computer literate. Must be able to meet security requirements to obtain and maintain access to required systems.