Public Assistance Specialists, Recovery Cadre

Emergency Management Public Assistance Specialist

AC Disaster Consulting (ACDC) offers full-spectrum emergency management services to public and private clients. Our experienced professionals have been a part of the growth and modernization of emergency management for nearly 30 years, proudly supporting programs for some of the most challenging natural disasters and catastrophic events under our mission of staying competent, caring, and connected.

Driven by compassion. Defined by expertise. Strengthened by collaboration. We empower communities to improve disaster outcomes and build lasting resilience.

In the true spirit of emergency management – ACDC seeks to solve crises, both for the communities and individuals affected by disasters as well as for the clients we serve. Our team brings a whole community approach, compassionate guidance and decades of hands-on experience to best embody our core values: competent, caring, and connected.

These positions will be guided by ACDC's Corporate Values Platform in all activities.

Positions are contingent upon work availability, client requirements, and/or client approval. Ability to deploy anywhere in the US with 24-48 hours notice required. Your application is to become part of our cadre list and does not constitute a guaranteed job offer. If you choose to apply and your interest or availability requirements change, please notify us so we can update your application.

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Job Title:

Emergency Management Public Assistance Specialist (Junior, Mid, Senior levels)

Full Time or Part Time:
Full time

Temporary/Seasonal/Regular:
Temporary

Compensation: $23-65/hour depending on location & job level

Travel/

Location:

On-site in various areas of the country as needed, with up to 100% travel required. Preference may be given to candidates local to the worksite areas.

Be part of a team of knowledgeable, compassionate, and helpful allies for our clients. The Public Assistance Specialist for the disaster Recovery division will play an integral part of helping citizens and communities recover from natural disasters. In addition, this role will be providing general recover assistance for emergency operations. Applicants should be passionate about making a difference in the world, and interested in supporting local, state, and federal jurisdictions prepare for and recover from disasters.

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

• Provides technical assistance and expertise help clients through the recovery process.
• Maintains a complete understanding of all applicable Public Assistance policies, requirements, and evaluation protocols.
• Analyze and evaluate selected project applications, supporting documentation and inspection reports for accuracy and compliance with applicable FEMA policies and procedures.
• Ensures quality, completeness, and on-time delivery of all assigned tasks.
• Utilizes grant portal system to track and evaluate client information.
• Maintains and utilized knowledge of procurement and contracting requirements.
• Works through all phases of the grant lifecycle.

Strong knowledge in categories A, B, and E

Experience with at least two major Disaster Recovery efforts.

Experience working and supporting in an Emergency Operations Center.

Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Strong interpersonal and active listening skills.

Strong time management skills.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Customer service oriented Technical Skills.

The ability to be flexible in a dynamic environment and outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Schedule may vary. Work on evenings and weekends may be required. Dependability and punctuality are paramount.

Travel to onsite work is expected for this position.

Must be willing to travel and deploy to client sites for extended periods of time.

Mobility required on-site with clients.

Sitting or standing for hours at a time.

Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time if needed.

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. throughout the day and as needed.

Emergency management consultants may work in an…