Public Assistance Technical Specialist

Summary

Join Tidal Basin's growing team of FEMA Public Assistance Technical Specialists! This temporary position involves on-site deployment to assist clients with FEMA's Public Assistance program. You will manage multiple tasks, meet demanding deadlines, and collaborate with stakeholders. A strong understanding of the FEMA PA grant program and experience with the Grants Portal/Grants Manager are essential. This episodic work may require extended periods of on-site deployment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in this field and a commitment to integrity.

Requirements

• High proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite applications, and ability to quickly learn new computer software, programs, or tools, and utilize various video conferencing tools
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be self-motivated, responsible, and confident with a commitment to integrity
• Must possess high attention to detail, be very organized and able to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Must have a proficient understanding of concepts from applicant intake through project and subrecipient closeout
• Experience working with Federal, State and Local Governments on the PA program
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience working in the FEMA Public Assistance grant program

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Exploratory Call and then attend and participate in the Recovery Scoping Meeting
• Schedule, attend, and participate in all Recovery Transition Meetings with applicants
• Provide programmatic and technical assistance, perform program reviews, and project analysis as required
• Development of federal grant applications (FEMA Project Worksheets) for all Categories of Work, providing review and quality assurance to damage descriptions, scope of work, cost estimates, and general content
• Collect, analyze, organize, and summarize financial data
• Formulate large and small projects and perform validations
• Assist with preparation of change of scope requests, alternate project requests or improved project requests
• In depth understanding of FEMA’s Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide
• Guide applicants through the entire grant process, with experience using Grants Portal and/or Grants Manager
• Provide project reviews for partial and final payment requests
• Participate in scheduling and conducting site inspections
• Prior experience performing financial closeout duties related to the FEMA PA Program
• Complete all required training
• Work may be required onsite at the client’s designated location

Preferred Qualifications

• Project management or personnel/team management experience
• A bachelor’s degree