FEMA PA-TAC (Public Assistance) Specialist
π Role Overview & Responsibilities
ATCS's Emergency Management Services group is growing! We are seeking qualified professionals join our team supporting Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contracts in ZONE 1 (which extends from along the Atlantic Coast to the Gulf Coast including 19 states and the District of Columbia). Previous FEMA Public Assistance (PA) experience is required. Qualified candidates must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance, which includes a moderate background investigation.
These roles will work closely with FEMA and government officials to provide disaster assistance for the repair, replacement, and restoration of disaster-damaged, public owned facilities. Responsibilities could include, but are not limited to: site damage inspections, cost estimate and scope of work development, exploratory calls and recovery scoping meetings, project reviews and validation, review and determination of hazard mitigation requirements, and environmental & historic preservation reviews and guidance.
The Public Assistance Program also encourages protection of these damaged facilities from future events by providing assistance for hazard mitigation measures during the recovery process.
Weβre looking for experienced and qualified personnel for the following positions:
Costing SpecialistsQuality Assurance SpecialistsInsurance SpecialistsAccountantsCPAsDocument Validation SpecialistsTechnical SpecialistsCivil EngineersConstruction ManagersEnvironmental & Historic Preservation SpecialistsArchaeologistsAppraisersProgram Delivery Managers (PDMG)
Basic Qualifications
Must be a US Citizen per contract requirementsPrevious experience with Grants Manager/Grants PortalAbility to obtain a Public Trust clearance which involves a Moderate Background Investigation with fingerprint and credit checksMust possess an undergraduate degree with additional professional experienceMust be willing to be deployed on assignment (usually 6-12+ months) to work in Zone 1Must be able to withstand physical requirements of the position, including site visits and any other physical demands of the position.
ATCS, PLC is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ATCS, PLC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact Caitlin Crockett, MBA, SPHR at ccrockett@atcsplc.com.
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