EP Coord I - Hazard Mit Spec - 2 Posn - EMD

State of South Carolina; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina seeks a Hazard Mitigation/Emergency Management professional to support grant funding under BRIC and HMGP. The role includes briefing applicants, reviewing applications, and providing technical assistance to ensure compliant, merit-based submissions.

The incumbent will monitor subgrantees, perform inspections, manage documentation, and prepare status reports. A Bachelor's degree and strong communication skills are essential; SC Certified Emergency Manager is preferred or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in mitigation, grants, or project management preferred.
• SC Certified Emergency Manager certification preferred or plan to complete within three years.
• Ability to interpret regulations and communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist applicants pursuing Hazard Mitigation Grant funding through HMA programs (BRIC, HMGP).
• Conduct briefings and meetings, review applications, and provide technical assistance.
• Ensure timely submission of documentation in required systems and databases.
• Monitor subgrantee compliance and perform post-completion inspections and issue resolution.
• Prepare reports and updates on project status and budgets; coordinate with staff on mitigation projects.

Skills

Grants management

Project management

Emergency management

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Provides assistance to state and local applicants pursuing hazard mitigation grant funding through federal Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) programs including Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). Conducts briefings and meetings with potential mitigation applicants; accepts and reviews applications; provides technical assistance to support compliance and technical merit; and prepares recommendations for action by others. Ensures accurate and timely submission of applications and documentation in required systems and databases. Provides mitigation training and information sessions. Reviews payment/reimbursement to subgrantees based on approved project schedule, progress, and work completed. Creates and maintains financial reconciliation for assigned projects. Monitors subgrantee compliance and answers inquiries regarding policies, regulations, and other state and federal requirements. Conducts post-completion compliance inspections and resolves routine issues and problems. Provides regular updates and reports regarding project status. Reviews project budgets, quarterly reports, deadlines, and other compliance activities. Coordinates with other staff regarding mitigation projects and plans as needed and performs other mitigation-related duties as assigned. Serves in the State Emergency Operations Center or in an affected area during actual emergencies and during exercises and drills. Performs duties under the supervision of a Hazard Mitigation Coordinator.

Bachelor’s degree. Experience in mitigation, grants, or project management preferred.

South Carolina Certified Emergency Manager certification preferred, or the employee will seek to complete within three years.

Must be able to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related emergency management program information. Must be able to establish and maintain professional relationships with internal and external personnel and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Must be computer literate. Must be able to meet security requirements to obtain and maintain access to required systems. Applicants indicating college credit, degree(s) or specialized training on the application must provide an official copy of transcripts as verification of credentials. Note: Applicants indicating college credit, degree(s) or specialized training on the application shall provide an official copy of transcripts upon notification of selection for hire. This serves as verification of credentials listed on the application.