FEMA Programs Consultant — Disaster Recovery & Compliance

EisnerAmper; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EisnerAmper in Minneapolis seeks a Staff Consultant - FEMA to support FEMA-funded programs within the Government Services Practice. You will work on compliance, financial management, and closeout of disaster projects, coordinating with state and local agencies.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year experience in FEMA-funded recovery programs and a public policy/administration background, with strong MS Office skills and readiness for travel.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in state/local disaster recovery programs administering FEMA funds.
• Knowledge of FEMA disaster programs, related statutes, regulations and policies; experience with compliance/financial functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Public Safety, Emergency Management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in maintaining compliance with FEMA regulations and 2 CFR 200; assess audit readiness and gaps.
• Assist in expediting complex closeout of multiple open disasters.
• Support client financial management and accounting functions, including time and cost units and cost tracking.
• Apply knowledge to determine method of program implementation.
• Ensure timely development of all client deliverables.
• Engage in business development: identify funding opportunities and submit proposals.
• May require extended hours or travel to different offices or client locations.

Skills

FEMA familiarity

Regulations & compliance

Project accounting

Client support

Education

Bachelor's in Public Policy/Administration/Disaster Management

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

AI tools familiarity ( Claude, Copilot, ChatGPT )

Job description

EisnerAmper in Minneapolis seeks a Staff Consultant - FEMA to support FEMA-funded programs within the Government Services Practice. You will work on compliance, financial management, and closeout of disaster projects, coordinating with state and local agencies.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year experience in FEMA-funded recovery programs and a public policy/administration background, with strong MS Office skills and readiness for travel.