Floodplain Management & CRS Specialist

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana; Louisiana; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish seeks a candidate to join the Department of Floodplain Management and Hazard Mitigation. The role covers floodplain determinations, CRS activities, and technical guidance through site visits or reviews.

Candidates must have a qualifying degree path or relevant experience; a CFM certification is preferred. A valid driver’s license and travel readiness are required; certification may be obtained during probation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with at least 12 credit hours in Hazard mitigation, Disaster Management, Public Administration, Public Policy, Coastal Science, Community Outreach, Urban Planning, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree with about 1 year of work experience in hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs.
• Associate’s degree with about 3 years of work experience in hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs.
• High school diploma or equivalent with about 5 years of work experience in hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs.
• Preference for Certification as a Floodplain Manager (CFM) from the Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM).

Responsibilities

• Prepares flood zone determinations by reviewing Flood Insurance Rate Maps and Flood Insurance Studies.
• Provides technical guidance through site visits or desktop review on mitigation methods for Jefferson Parish.
• Reviews and responds to views for floodplain projects to ensure FEMA guidelines compliance.
• Implements Community Rating System (CRS) activities and maintains CRS documentation.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license; travel requires personal vehicle and insurance; business travel reimbursed.
• Note: Obtain CFM certification prior to probation completion.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 12 credit hours in Hazard mitigation or related field

Bachelor’s degree + ~1 year work experience in hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs

Associate’s degree + ~3 years work experience in hazard/flood mitigation

High school diploma + ~5 years work experience in hazard/flood mitigation

CFM Certification (preferred)

Job description

Jefferson Parish seeks a candidate to join the Department of Floodplain Management and Hazard Mitigation. The role covers floodplain determinations, CRS activities, and technical guidance through site visits or reviews.

Candidates must have a qualifying degree path or relevant experience; a CFM certification is preferred. A valid driver’s license and travel readiness are required; certification may be obtained during probation.