FEMA Mitigation Specialist - New York

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Safework specializes in providing all aspects of construction management, project management, safety management and construction inspection. From the beginning of a project to the very end the Safework professionals are committed to the success of each project on which we work.

Our employees are the key to our success in providing professional services. What they contribute to our projects and to the company is much more than just doing a "job." In return we are committed to providing our employees with a great place to give their talents, an inclusive environment, and projects that make a difference in the lives of others.

Essential Job Duties:

• Provide client-facing technical consulting on program compliance, policy, and procedures.
• Manage projects, as needed, using company standard project management principles.
• Review projects to identify and develop hazard mitigation proposals.
• Perform visits to site inspections to identify possible mitigation measures.
• Coordinate with various staff and State Officers.
• Provide guidance on the FEMA Sections 404, 406, BRIC, FMA, and PDM Hazard Mitigation Programs as well as the HUD CDBG-MIT program.
• Assist technical team with development and review of benefit cost analysis.
• Advise on grant and sub-grant applications to ensure to maximize mitigation participation and funding.
• Optimize procedures and maintains communication and focus.
• Maintain and track cases assigned and provides input where necessary in the data management information system.
• Review project work sheets to ensure appropriate mitigation measures are included.
• Possess an excellent customer service skill set and ability to listen and facilitate work through completion.
• Collaborate with the Mitigation Director to provide direction for the mitigation program.
• Provide direction on increasing efficiency and consistency in mitigation projects utilizing best practices.
• Provide oversight on mitigation staff on assigned projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in mitigation at FEMA, State, Local Level, or private consulting.
• Prior leadership experience of mitigation programs and mitigation team.
• Knowledge of Federal and State Mitigation programs and initiatives, including HMGP, BRIC, FMA, and CDBG-MIT.
• Knowledge and experience with engineering principles and practices as they relate to HM programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects in a changing work environment.
• Able to work independently and / or on a team.
• Strong organizational and research skills.
• Comfortable interacting with clients and client stakeholders.
• Proficient computer skills: including MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat.

BE CHALLENGED, BE INSPIRED.

With Safework, you'll play a part in solving complex technical challenges with innovative, sustainable, and dependable solutions. If you're a driven professional looking to build your skills while building a better world, you could be a great fit for Safework.

GROW PROFESSIONALLY

We recognize that our employees are the most valuable asset of the company, so Safework makes an investment in human resources and technologies. We assist employees in developing successful career goals as we believe positive and confident employees are a key source of competitive advantage for Safework in the marketplace.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS

Wherever you are in your career - just starting out or a seasoned professional - your benefits represent an important part of your overall compensation. Safework is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Safework is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. We prohibit unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, and medical conditions including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This includes unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone having any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. Safework, Inc. is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Safework, Inc. operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Safework, including supervisors and co-workers.

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Pay Range

Position
FEMA Hazard Mitigation Director

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt

Location
New York

About the Organization

This position is currently accepting applications.