NFIP Floodplain Management Specialist | Statewide Impact

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The State of Oklahoma is seeking a Floodplain Management Specialist to support NFIP administration across the state. The role focuses on administrative, customer service, and technical field work under FEMA NFIP rules in the Floodplain Management section of the Engineering and Planning Division.

The position covers two levels, with responsibilities including community audits, data mapping, permit reviews, and outreach activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in science or engineering.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and GIS mapping.

Responsibilities

• Assist communities with local program administration via phone, email or in-person.
• Conduct FEMA-prescribed Community Audits/Contacts for CAP-SSSE activities in Floodplain Management.
• Map and analyze data related to NFIP activities; develop reports and mapping as needed.
• Review and process development permit applications on state property.
• Review and process floodplain administrator accreditation applications and maintain database.
• Assist in developing and publishing social media campaigns related to Floodplain Management.
• Support records requests and prepare educational training sessions; travel as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

MS Office

GIS (ESRI)

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in science/engineering

Tools

GIS software (ESRI)

Job description

The State of Oklahoma is seeking a Floodplain Management Specialist to support NFIP administration across the state. The role focuses on administrative, customer service, and technical field work under FEMA NFIP rules in the Floodplain Management section of the Engineering and Planning Division.

The position covers two levels, with responsibilities including community audits, data mapping, permit reviews, and outreach activities.