FEMA - Insurance Specialist

CDM Smith; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a FEMA Insurance Specialist to join their team in Owensboro, Kentucky. This role involves inspecting damaged properties, preparing detailed appraisal reports, and collaborating with various stakeholders to support FEMA's Public Assistance grant delivery process. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. With a commitment to providing an unmatched employee experience, this opportunity allows you to contribute to meaningful projects while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of in-field experience or 2 years with a bachelor's degree required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a FEMA Badge.

Responsibilities

• Inspect damaged properties and document findings.
• Prepare detailed appraisal reports and communicate with FEMA staff.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Computer Proficiency (Word, Excel)

Stakeholder Management

Flexibility and Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CDM Smith FEMA - Insurance Specialist in Owensboro, Kentucky

Requisition ID: 40479BR

Business Unit: FSU

Job Description:

The FEMA Insurance Specialist:

1. Inspects damaged property to include all parts of the structure, taking into consideration condition, design, construction, and land value.
2. 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.
3. Prepares detailed appraisal reports. Communicates and coordinates with staff within FEMA as well as local, state, tribal and/or territorial governments.
4. May coordinate and complete basic to moderately complex site inspections to validate and record damage to assist in the FEMA Public Assistance grant delivery process.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Title: FEMA - Insurance Specialist

Group:

Employment Type: Temporary

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 years of in-field experience or 2 years of in-field expertise with a bachelor’s degree.
Domestic travel is required.

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.

Why CDM Smith?:

Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so.

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Amount of Travel Required: 100%

Assignment Category: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Skills and Abilities:

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

Pay Range Minimum: $33.60

Pay Range Maximum: $67.20

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.

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