Disaster Recovery Field Specialist — 100% Travel

CDM Smith; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Disaster Program Delivery Specialist in the United States to coordinate applicant data, determine eligibility, and support the FEMA Public Assistance process. You will schedule meetings, validate damage, and help prepare determinations throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires extensive field activity, travel, and collaboration with site inspectors and the FEMA team to ensure timely, accurate outcomes for applicants.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Domestic travel is required.
• 5 years of in-field experience (2 years of in-field experience with a bachelor’s degree).

Responsibilities

• Collects, coordinates and/or reviews applicant data to determine eligibility and priority of assignments.
• Supports communication with applicants about status by scheduling regular meetings.
• Coordinates transmittal of documents and schedules site inspections.
• Reviews and validates damage details, scopes of work and costs with applicants.
• Participates in FEMA meetings and may evaluate claims for eligibility.
• Assists with the development of the Determination Memo and communicates final determinations.
• Conducts an exit briefing with the applicant.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Written and oral communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

5 years in-field experience (2 years with a bachelor’s degree)

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Disaster Program Delivery Specialist in the United States to coordinate applicant data, determine eligibility, and support the FEMA Public Assistance process. You will schedule meetings, validate damage, and help prepare determinations throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires extensive field activity, travel, and collaboration with site inspectors and the FEMA team to ensure timely, accurate outcomes for applicants.