FEMA - Insurance Specialist

CDM Smith; Cedar Rapids (IA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a FEMA - Insurance Specialist to inspect damaged properties and prepare appraisal reports. This temporary position involves 100% travel and requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with in-field experience. Candidates must be U.S. citizens, able to communicate effectively, and adapt quickly to changing conditions. The role offers a competitive pay range of $33.60 to $67.20 per hour.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 years of in-field experience or 2 years with a bachelor's degree.
• Domestic travel is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Inspect damaged properties and document findings.
• Prepare detailed appraisal reports.
• Coordinate inspections to validate and record damage.

Skills

U.S. citizenship requirement

High competency with computers

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Ability to adapt quickly

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Title: FEMA - Insurance Specialist

Requisition ID: 40479BR

Business Unit: FSU

Location: United States - Nationwide

Employment Type: Temporary

Responsibilities

• Inspects damaged property to include all parts of the structure, considering condition, design, construction, and land value.
• Photographs interior and exterior components and all areas of the property to document findings. Verifies legal descriptions in public records and uses comparable methods to determine value.
• Prepares detailed appraisal reports. Communicates and coordinates with staff within FEMA as well as local, state, tribal and/or territorial governments.
• May coordinate and complete basic to moderately complex site inspections to validate and record damage to assist in the FEMAPublic Assistance grant delivery process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: HS Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of in-field experience or 2 years of in-field experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• Domestic travel is required.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a FEMA Badge, which includes a background investigation for a Public Trust position.
• High competency with the use of computers and computing software (Word, Excel).
• Demonstrates good organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and process a large volume of requests.
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and remain flexible.

Other Details

• EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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• Other Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide
• Assignment Category: Fulltime-Temporary
• Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
• Pay Range: Minimum $33.60, Maximum $67.20
• Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
• Work Location Options: Successful candidate will be required to work in office and field locations as needed.
• Driver's License Requirements: An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks and drug testing as applicable. Timing and specifics vary by country and position.

Travel: 100%

Position Status: Evergreen candidate pool for PA TAC V opportunities; not currently open.

Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.