Location: Reston,VA, USA
ICF is seeking a Disaster Management/FEMA Hazard Mitigation Lead to assist in managing Federal Hazard Mitigation projects. This position is Remote, United States and Puerto Rico, with the requirement to travel up to 25% annually.
This opportunity presents a great chance to assist in rebuilding communities after disasters strike. You will work closely with Subrecipients assisting them with their recovery efforts.
Salary Band Range for this opportunity: $105,000.00 to $130,000 based on match of qualifications/skills/experience/responsibilities, location, and other.
Key Responsibilities:
* Work with State counterparts in identifying mitigation opportunities.
* Assist Subrecipients with writing their 404/HMGP grant applications or 406 Hazard Mitigation Proposals.
* Build and maintain relationships with State counterparts and Subrecipients.
* Ensure that the Scope of Work is concisely written and is clearly defined.
* Ensure that budgets are thorough and accurate and fall within the FEMA guidelines of eligible activities.
* Assist Subrecipients with gathering all needed documentation to complete the grant applications and BCAs.
* Coordinate Environmental Reviews or any Environmental Documentation required with ICF's Environmental Team.
* Work closely with ICF's Benefit Cost Analysis Staff and coordinate any required Benefit Cost Analysis. Provide any documentation requested by ICF's BCA staff.
* Reviewing 404/HMGP project applications for accuracy and completeness prior to FEMA submittal; follow up with Subrecipient with any outstanding documentation needed.
* Manage and monitor grant applications to ensure project implementation is on track with project timeline in application.
* Develop Quarterly Reports.
* All administrative tasks associated with projects.
* As requested, review any Damage Description and Dimensions to identify mitigation opportunities.
* Coordinate Cost Estimates for the proposed mitigation measures with the Cost Estimating Team.
* Process projects using ICF's Disatrax program.
* Review proposed projects for any Appendix J opportunities.
* As needed, provide technical assistance to our State Counterparts and/or Subrecipients.
* Review FEMA supporting documentation in FEMA Grants Portal.
* Develop Hazard Mitigation documents, templates, and checklists.
* Conduct site visits of damaged facilities/structures, if needed.
Please provide a resume that clearly addresses the requirements, skills and responsibilities.
Must Have Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree.
* 10+ years of direct experience in FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), including hands-on FEMA 404 and 406 Grant Programs.
* 12+ years of direct experience with Benefit Cost Analysis.
* Able and willing to travel (flight/vehicle) for program needs as directed, including potential for quarterly one week-long trips. to Puerto Rico (client); up to 25% annually.
Preferred Skills/Experience: (may set candidates apart)
* An understanding of the FEMA grant process.
* Understanding of the grant life cycle.
* Knowledge of federal and state disaster management programs.
* Knowledgeable of FEMA's policies and the 44 CFR.
Professional Skills: (you bring these with you)
* Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with subrecipients and state counterparts.
* Team and consensus building skills.
* Strong organizational and grant management skills, with the ability to effectively plan, prioritize and manage multiple tasks and activities.
* Awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures, socioeconomic backgrounds, and community dynamics.
* Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
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This job is a Section 3 eligible job opportunity. We encourage applications from individuals that are low income and/or living in Public Housing.
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The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$102,285.00 - $173,884.00
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