Disaster Assistance Programs Specialist I

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

California (MO)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

18 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Excellent CalPERS state pension plan

401(k) and 457(b) Plans

Flexible Schedules

Generous paid time off

Health, dental & vision insurance for

Career development investment

Free Parking

Electric Carport

Job summary

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is seeking a Disaster Assistance Program Specialist I to support federal and state disaster programs within the Recovery Branch.

Under supervision, you will handle grants management, public assistance, research, analysis and documentation, and act as the primary contact for closing assigned disaster projects and applications. You must meet regulatory deadlines in a demanding, changing environment.

Qualifications

Knowledge of FEMA’s Public Assistance program and funding mechanisms.
Familiarity with construction methods, building codes, and mitigation techniques.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Be accountable and responsible.
Use creativity and innovation to resolve issues.
Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and databases; willing to learn new tools.
Strong written and oral communication; ability to present information clearly.
Experience interpreting legislative documents, government codes and regulations.
Ability to follow directions, protocols and procedures.
Excellent interpersonal skills for team collaboration.
Ability to work independently and in a team.
Ability to prioritize and meet quick deadlines.
Ability to work in remote areas and makeshift offices.

Skills

PA program knowledge

FEMA familiarity

Communication skills

Accountability

Creativity and problem solving

Office software proficiency

Written and oral communication

Regulatory interpretation

Teamwork and independence

Prioritization under pressure

Remote/work in makeshift settings

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Databases

General office software

Job description

This is a 12 month Limited-Term position that may be extended up to 24 months and/or with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

Under the supervision of the Program Manager I (PM I), the Disaster Assistance Program Specialist I (DAPS I) performs average to difficult tasks relating to the provision of federal and state disaster assistance within the Cal OES Recovery Branch. Works within various programs including grants management, public assistance, research, analysis and documentation, and administration pursuant to the federal Public Assistance Disaster Grant, federal Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG), California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) grants, and other grant programs. Works on assignments related to open state and federal disasters and emergency declarations and is the primary point of contact for closing assigned disaster projects and/or applications. Function in a demanding and changing environment, which requires the DAPS I to act with great independence while effectively maintaining a routine workload and also regularly responding to short term tasks. Required to meet regulatory and internal deadlines on all assignments.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Department Information:

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.

The Recovery Directorate is responsible for managing disaster recovery and providing assistance to local governments, special districts, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, businesses and agricultural communities impacted by disasters. The Recovery Directorate ensures state and federal support are provided in an efficient and timely manner throughout the recovery process.

The Recovery Directorate is comprised of three sections — Recovery Operations, Hazard Mitigation, and Interagency Recovery Coordination. Recovery personnel are responsible for assisting in the management of statewide disaster recovery efforts, as well as assisting agricultural communities, businesses, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, local governments and special districts impacted by disasters.

In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.

More information may be found here:

Recovery Directorate | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov

Desirable Qualifications:

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge of FEMA’s Public Assistance (PA) Program, including eligibility criteria and funding mechanisms
Familiarity with construction methods, building codes, and mitigation techniques to strengthen infrastructure resilience
Ability to adapt to changing priorities
Possess excellent communication and interactive skills
Ability to be accountable
Uses creativity and innovation to resolve issues
Be proficient in the use of various computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications and be willing to learn new technological tools and incorporate them in daily tasks
Written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner
Have experience in analyzing and interpreting various legislative documents, government codes and regulations
Demonstrate ability to follow directions, protocols, and procedures
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multi-disciplined team environment
Perform both independently and in a cooperative team environment
Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure to meet quick deadlines
Be able to work in remote areas and makeshift office environments

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following: