Disaster Logistics Specialist — Emergency Ops & Staging

Federal Emergency Management Agency; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking a Logistics Management Specialist (CORE) to support disaster operations and day-to-day missions. You will plan, coordinate, and evaluate logistics actions, advise on policy interpretation, and ensure accurate records and reporting across staging, receiving, and distribution of life-sustaining commodities.

The role emphasizes flexibility for recall, irregular hours, and travel to emergency sites, with full-time employment under the Stafford

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics planning and operations in emergency contexts.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies across complex scenarios.
• Strong customer service mindset and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience with records management and documentation control.

Responsibilities

• Participate in staging operations and ensure timely distribution of life-sustaining commodities.
• Provide outstanding customer service to stakeholders and maintain regionally interchangeable processes.
• Set up and break down staging areas; assist in After-Action Reports and update procedures.
• Maintain records including receiving/shipping, fleet, and closeout documentation.
• Coordinate retrograde of trailers and commodities with internal offices and field staff.

Skills

Logistics management

Policy interpretation

Customer service

Recordkeeping

Job description

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking a Logistics Management Specialist (CORE) to support disaster operations and day-to-day missions. You will plan, coordinate, and evaluate logistics actions, advise on policy interpretation, and ensure accurate records and reporting across staging, receiving, and distribution of life-sustaining commodities.

The role emphasizes flexibility for recall, irregular hours, and travel to emergency sites, with full-time employment under the Stafford