FEMA Logistic Coordinator

Cherokee CRC, LLC

Alaska

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401K plan

Flexible hours for dynamic response needs

Job summary

A government contracting company is seeking a FEMA Rapid Response Logistics Coordinator to manage scheduling, travel coordination, and deployment for disaster response operations. This role ensures high-quality deployment data and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams. Applicants should have an Associate’s degree and experience in scheduling, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position promotes a flexible work environment and requires travel. Benefits include healthcare options and a supportive workplace for veterans.

Qualifications

1 year of scheduling experience is required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
Prior administrative or federal/government experience is desirable.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage confidential information.
Strong oral and written communication, professionalism, and critical thinking.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage confidential information.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, SharePoint).
Ability to collaborate with virtual teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Typing: 45 WPM at 90% accuracy.
Indoors and outdoors; travel required up to 100%, including U.S. Territories.

Responsibilities

Create and manage efficient shift schedules and respond to workforce changes.
Support deployed professionals by identifying suitable assignments.
Maintain deployment data integrity and ensure compliance.
Support deployed professionals in identifying suitable assignments and navigating deployment processes.
Escalate staffing conflicts, sensitive issues, and high-risk situations to leadership as needed.
Collaborate with Operations and Resource Coordinators to ensure business continuity.
Maintain deployment data integrity, review compliance, and provide standard reporting (rosters, schedules, utilization, and priority staffing).
Prepare briefs, presentations, and support meetings using Microsoft Office tools.
Assist with other program functions, including project management, recruiting, credentialing, and asset management.
Work flexible hours to support case managers and respond to dynamic disaster response needs.
May perform task or site lead functions, including scheduling authority.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Strong oral and written communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Typing 45 WPM at 90% accuracy

MS Office

Calm under pressure

Confidentiality

Travel up to 100%

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Project

Microsoft SharePoint

Job description

FEMA Rapid Response Logistics Coordinator

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

The FEMA Rapid Response Logistics Coordinator supports disaster response operations for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) by managing scheduling, travel coordination, and deployment of program resources. This role ensures deployment data quality, provides staffing guidance, and supports deployed professionals in aligning assignments with their skills, goals, and preferences. The Logistics Coordinator collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to maintain continuity, optimize shift coverage, and facilitate successful deployment processes.

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Starting Salary Range: Pay commensurate with experience. Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Responsibilities

Create, optimize, and manage efficient shift schedules, adjusting for workforce scaling and absences.
Track, maintain, and report daily production hours; monitor attrition and proactively plan shift coverage.
Develop and deliver scheduling and travel coordination training materials.
Support deployed professionals in identifying suitable assignments and navigating deployment processes.
Escalate staffing conflicts, sensitive issues, and high‑risk situations to leadership as needed.
Collaborate with Operations and Resource Coordinators to ensure business continuity.
Maintain deployment data integrity, review compliance, and provide standard reporting (rosters, schedules, utilization, and priority staffing).
Prepare briefs, presentations, and support meetings using Microsoft Office tools.
Assist with other program functions, including project management, recruiting, credentialing, and asset management.
Work flexible hours to support case managers and respond to dynamic disaster response needs.
May perform task or site lead functions, including scheduling authority.
Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, Skills, and Abilities

Associate’s degree with 1 year of scheduling experience; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Prior administrative or federal/government experience preferred.
Strong oral and written communication, professionalism, and critical thinking.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage confidential information.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, SharePoint).
Ability to collaborate with virtual teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Typing: 45 WPM at 90% accuracy.
Indoors and outdoors; travel required up to 100%, including U.S. Territories.
Must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.