FEMA - Program Delivery Specialist
Listed on 2026-01-03
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Government
Environmental/ Urban Planning
Overview
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Requisition :
40509
Business Unit:
FSU
The Disaster Program Delivery Specialist:
The Disaster Program Delivery Specialist responsibilities include collecting, coordinating and/or reviewing applicant data to determine eligibility and priority of assignments, including audits for completeness, reviewing information gathered during the Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA), completing exploratory calls to gather information from applicants, and understanding 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 applicants on FEMA’s requests. Coordinates transmittal of documents through FEMA’s Consolidated Resource Centers using 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 regarding eligibility. 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.
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Job Title:
FEMA - Program Delivery Specialist
Group:
WAF Field Mod Fringe
Employment Type:
Temporary
Responsibilities- Collects, coordinates and/or reviews applicant data to determine eligibility and priority of assignments.
- Audits for completeness, reviews information gathered during PDA, conducts exploratory calls, and understands applicants' projects and recovery priorities.
- Manages communication with applicants about status, schedules regular meetings, and tracks FEMA requests.
- Coordinates document transmittal through FEMA’s Consolidated Resource Centers and schedules site inspections with relevant leaders; identifies when technical expertise is needed.
- Supports the claims process by reviewing and validating damage details, scopes of work, and costs; participates in FEMA meetings and may evaluate claims for eligibility.
- Assists with Determination Memo development and communicates final determinations during close out; conducts exit briefings.
- Performs other duties as required and may coordinate/complete basic to moderately complex site inspections for the Public Assistance program.
- 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).
- Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a FEMA Badge (background investigation for a Public Trust position).
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