Disaster Recovery Public Assistance Specialist

AC Disaster Consulting; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 32,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AC Disaster Consulting is seeking an Emergency Management Public Assistance Specialist (Junior to Senior) to support clients across the United States. The role involves on-site deployment with up to 100% travel, assisting communities to recover from disasters and navigate FEMA Public Assistance programs.

Positions are temporary with potential for full-time hours, with compensation ranging from $23–$65 per hour depending on location and level.

Qualifications

• 1–7+ years of FEMA public assistance and grant experience.
• Experience in at least 2 major disaster recovery efforts.
• Experience in Emergency Operations Center (EOC) support.
• Strong MS Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and guide clients through the recovery process.
• Maintain understanding of FEMA Public Assistance policies and evaluation protocols.
• Analyze project applications, documentation, and inspection reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure quality, completeness, and on-time delivery of tasks.
• Utilize grants portal to track and evaluate client information.
• Maintain knowledge of procurement and contracting requirements.
• Support all phases of the grant lifecycle.

Skills

Emergency Management

Public Assistance

Grant management

Strong communication

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's in Emergency Management

Tools

MS Excel

EMMIE

Grants portal

Job description

AC Disaster Consulting is seeking an Emergency Management Public Assistance Specialist (Junior to Senior) to support clients across the United States. The role involves on-site deployment with up to 100% travel, assisting communities to recover from disasters and navigate FEMA Public Assistance programs.

Positions are temporary with potential for full-time hours, with compensation ranging from $23–$65 per hour depending on location and level.