Appraiser Mid- FEMA PA Disaster Recovery

Solengrs; Washington (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an established engineering services provider, where your expertise in disaster recovery and public infrastructure assessment will play a critical role in supporting FEMA operations. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in communities affected by natural disasters, ensuring that federal assistance is effectively allocated and utilized. With a focus on collaboration and technical proficiency, you will engage with various stakeholders, conduct damage assessments, and navigate the complexities of FEMA regulations. If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role that combines your skills with a passion for helping others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible work locations

Veteran-friendly workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in disaster recovery and public infrastructure assessment.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess damages and determine repair costs for public infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with FEMA regulations and guidelines.

Skills

FEMA Public Assistance experience

Damage assessment

Communication skills

Microsoft Suite proficiency

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or urban planning

Professional certifications (e.g., MAI, ASA)

Tools

FEMA's Public Assistance Damage Assessment Toolkit (PA DAT)

Hazus software

Adobe

Excel

Word

Job description

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Seasonal ANCHORAGE, AK, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1233

SOL Engineering Services, LLC is an engineering and technical services provider, with over 19 years of engineering and consulting experience. Our viability comes, in part, from utilizing the diverse backgrounds of the firm’s owners and the experiences of its team of approximately 100 engineers, scientists, technical subject matter experts, and program and project managers. Our hands-on project implementation approach encompasses management, quality, and engineering principles to ensure effective management and delivery of all projects.

We are excited to announce CCPRS won the next 5-year contract for Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contract V (PA TAC V) in the West zones (e.g., Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, California, Arizona, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, Hawaii, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri). Through CCPRS, SOL Engineering Services, LLC is looking for you to provide technical support assistant for FEMA disaster related operations throughout the U.S.

SOL Engineering Services, LLC is seeking mid-level Appraisers to assess damages and determine the cost of repairs or replacement for public infrastructure and facilities following natural disasters or emergencies. Your expertise will be crucial in determining the eligibility of projects for federal assistance and ensuring compliance with FEMA regulations and guidelines. This position requires a combination of technical proficiency, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders and accurately evaluate disaster-related damages.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Public Assistance (PA) Experience is in high demand for deployment considerations and is required by FEMA. Experience must be 1 or more years of deployment regional, state or local level.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

1. Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, urban planning, or a related field. Professional certifications (e.g., MAI, ASA) are a plus.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in disaster recovery, emergency management, public infrastructure assessment, appraisal, valuation, or related field, with specific experience in FEMA Public Assistance programs.
3. Strong understanding of FEMA regulations, policies, and guidelines related to Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation programs.
4. Proficiency in conducting damage assessments, utilizing FEMA-approved methodologies and tools, such as FEMA's Public Assistance Damage Assessment Toolkit (PA DAT) and Hazus software.
5. Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to pass an FBI background check.
6. Must have a clean driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
7. Must have a current valid driver's license.
8. Ability to mobilize within 24-48 hours, commit to a minimum 90-day assignment in remote locations and disaster conditions.
9. Ability to work well across multiple teams and meet critical deadlines.
10. Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time on varying terrain.
11. Flexibility to work in different locations as needed by FEMA.
12. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
13. Computer Proficiency–in this role you must be competent and fully proficient at operating a computer, finding files, editing documents in Adobe and Word, working with Excel spreadsheets, ability to effectively interface with applications in web browsers, working knowledge of saving, renaming, editing, organizing files and moving between iPhone and PC seamlessly.

Ideal Candidate will also have:

1. Significant focus and experience in providing excellent customer service, attention to detail and must have excellent communication (writing and verbal) skills.
2. Prior experience in the PA Program: Site Inspectors, Program Delivery Managers, Public Assistance Coordinator (PAC) Crew Leader, Project Specialist, Debris Specialist, Debris Monitor, FEMA-certified Trainer, Hazard Mitigation Specialist (Sections 404 and 406), or Long-Term Community Recovery Program Specialist.
3. Trainings completed in Program Delivery Manager training, Site Inspector training, Public Assistance Operations I (PA Ops I), Public Assistance Operations II (PA Ops II), Project Worksheet (PW) Development, Cost Estimating Format (CEF), Debris Management/Operations, and/or 406 Hazard Mitigation.

Veterans and HUBZone residents are encouraged to apply.

SOL Engineering Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.