Field-Based Disaster Program Lead

CDM Smith; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Disaster Program Delivery Specialist to coordinate applicant data, determine eligibility and recovery priorities for FEMA projects. You will support the communication process with applicants, schedule meetings, and manage document flow through FEMA systems.

You’ll also review damage details and costs, participate in regular FEMA meetings, and assist with determinations and close-out. Domestic travel is required; U.S. citizenship and FEMA badge eligibility are needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Domestic travel is required.
• 5 years of in-field experience (2 years with a bachelor's degree).

Responsibilities

• Collects, coordinates and/or reviews applicant data to determine eligibility and priority of assignments, including audits for completeness and reviews of PDA information.
• Supports communication with applicants about status by scheduling meetings, tracking requests, and coordinating document transmittals through FEMA systems.
• Supports claims by reviewing damage details, scopes of work and costs; participates in FEMA meetings and assists with determinations and close-out briefings.
• May coordinate basic to moderately complex site inspections to validate and record damage for Public Assistance.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a FEMA Badge with background investigation for a Public Trust position.

Skills

US citizenship

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Written and oral communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Disaster Program Delivery Specialist to coordinate applicant data, determine eligibility and recovery priorities for FEMA projects. You will support the communication process with applicants, schedule meetings, and manage document flow through FEMA systems.

You’ll also review damage details and costs, participate in regular FEMA meetings, and assist with determinations and close-out. Domestic travel is required; U.S. citizenship and FEMA badge eligibility are needed.