Hazard Mitigation Project Officer - Emergency Management

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland's Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) seeks a diligent, detail-oriented individual to support hazard mitigation and resilience projects. The role involves coordinating with local jurisdictions, providing technical assistance, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.

This on-call, 24/7 position may require 12-hour shifts and extended periods of work during emergencies, contributing to Maryland's preparedness and recovery efforts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years of administrative staff or professional work.
• Grant administration and project coordination experience preferred.
• Experience with hazard mitigation or emergency management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Maryland local jurisdictions to solicit, review, submit, and monitor hazard mitigation projects through pre-award, implementation, closeout, and post-award.
• Provide technical assistance to develop and update local and State hazard mitigation plans.
• Compile and ensure accuracy of subrecipient quarterly progress reports and reporting requirements.
• Monitor grant-funded mitigation projects, conduct site visits, verify reimbursements, and ensure compliance with 2 CFR 200 and grant rules.
• Conduct educational outreach to inform stakeholders on mitigation best practices, risk reduction, and resilience.
• Support policy and strategy development to advance mitigation efforts.
• May support other related MDEM programs and duties; tied to federal grant funding and federal/non-disaster programs.

Skills

Grant administration

Project management

Hazard mitigation

Communication

Writing skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree substitution

Master's degree substitution

Job description

The State of Maryland's Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) seeks a diligent, detail-oriented individual to support hazard mitigation and resilience projects. The role involves coordinating with local jurisdictions, providing technical assistance, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.

This on-call, 24/7 position may require 12-hour shifts and extended periods of work during emergencies, contributing to Maryland's preparedness and recovery efforts.