Health Scientist (Senior) - FEMA PA

SOL ENGINEERING SERVICES, LLC; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider is seeking a Senior Health Scientist with expertise in public health and disaster recovery. The ideal candidate will provide technical support to FEMA's PA Program, assess health issues after disasters, and contribute to recovery efforts across various catastrophic events. Experience with FEMA regulations and a strong background in ecological assessment are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in ecological assessment or natural resource management.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to pass an FBI background check.
• Strong understanding of FEMA regulations and guidelines related to PA programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance and support to FEMA's PA Program.
• Assess health-related concerns post-disaster.
• Lead disaster recovery projects involving hurricanes and floods.

Skills

Disaster Recovery

Epidemiology

Environmental Health

Technical Support

Community Resilience Enhancement

Education

Master's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SOL Engineering Services, LLC is an engineering and technical services provider with over 19 years of experience. Our team of approximately 100 engineers, scientists, technical subject matter experts, and project managers ensures effective project management and delivery, maintaining high-quality, responsive services across the United States.

We are pleased to announce that CCPRS has won a 5-year contract for the Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contract V (PA TAC V) in the West zones, including states such as Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, California, Arizona, and others. Through CCPRS, SOL Engineering Services, LLC seeks a technical support assistant to aid FEMA disaster-related operations nationwide. FEMA utilizes PA TAC to source various professional services, including environment/planning, engineering, construction management, project management, and financial analysis, to assist public entities in securing federal aid for disaster recovery.

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Senior Health Scientist with a strong background in public health, epidemiology, environmental health, or related fields, especially with disaster response and recovery experience. The role involves providing expert guidance and technical support to FEMA's PA Program, assessing health-related concerns post-disaster, and leading our disaster recovery team in projects involving hurricanes, floods, and other catastrophic events. This position offers an excellent opportunity to apply ecological expertise to disaster recovery, environmental considerations in rebuilding, and community resilience enhancement. Candidates with FEMA experience or related fields, currently residing in listed areas or available for deployment, are encouraged to apply.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Public Assistance (PA) experience is highly in demand for deployment and is a FEMA requirement, with at least 1 year of deployment experience at regional, state, or local levels.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years in ecological assessment, natural resource management, or environmental consulting, with disaster recovery and FEMA Public Assistance experience.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to pass an FBI background check.
• Strong understanding of FEMA regulations and guidelines related to PA programs.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and ability to pass MVR check.
• Ability to mobilize within 24-48 hours and commit to a minimum 90-day remote deployment.
• Ability to work across teams, meet deadlines, and work on varying terrain.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer skills, including document editing and web applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in providing excellent customer service, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.
• Experience with the PA Program, including roles such as Site Inspector, Program Delivery Manager, or FEMA-certified Trainer.
• Completed relevant FEMA training courses.

Veterans and HUBZone residents are encouraged to apply. SOL Engineering Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.