Mitigation & Floodplain Specialist - Emergency Management

State of South Dakota; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Dental & vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The State of South Dakota, Department of Public Safety's Office of Emergency Management in Pierre, is seeking a full-time Mitigation and Floodplain Management Specialist. The role supports local governments by reviewing floodplain ordinances, encouraging NFIP participation, and assisting with mitigation projects and grant applications.

The position also liaises with State and FEMA officials. Ideal candidates will have a four-year degree or equivalent, strong communication skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• A four-year degree or equivalent in a related field is preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of government processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with NIMS/ICS and business writing standards.

Responsibilities

• Review and provide technical assistance to communities on floodplain management ordinances.
• Outreach to NFIP communities to encourage participation and mitigation project development.
• Review mitigation plans and provide technical assistance to local governments.
• Serve as liaison between local government officials and State/FEMA officials.
• Coordinate with state and local agencies during disasters and incident responses.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical thinking

Logical thinking

MS Word

MS Excel

NIMS/ICS knowledge

Grammar & editing

Education

Four-year degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

The State of South Dakota, Department of Public Safety's Office of Emergency Management in Pierre, is seeking a full-time Mitigation and Floodplain Management Specialist. The role supports local governments by reviewing floodplain ordinances, encouraging NFIP participation, and assisting with mitigation projects and grant applications.

The position also liaises with State and FEMA officials. Ideal candidates will have a four-year degree or equivalent, strong communication skills, and the ability