On-Call Disaster Recovery Lead

WSP in the U.S.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking On-Call Emergency Managers to support disaster recovery operations across multiple U.S. locations. Roles involve leading recovery activities, coordinating staff, and ensuring compliance with FEMA and other program requirements.

Candidates must be prepared for rapid deployment and extended hours during assignments. These on-call positions report to various client sites nationwide, including Texas, Florida, North Carolina, Louisiana, and more.

Qualifications

• 5+ years professional experience, including 1+ years in an Emergency Management role (Response, Recovery or related)
• Bachelor's Degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or similar/related concentration, or equivalent
• FEMA Emergency Management Institute Independent Study - Professional Development Series certification
• Travel Required - Must be able to travel to client sites as project warrants

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee disaster recovery operations for assigned clients, directing teams of specialists through all phases of recovery, including funding, documentation, and rebuilding processes.
• Deploy to Emergency Operations Centers and/or Field Staging Areas before, during, and after disasters to lead recovery operations on the ground and serve as the primary point of contact for client leadership.
• Supervise and mentor recovery staff across logistics, supply coordination, cost documentation, and resource management functions, ensuring quality and consistency of deliverables.
• Oversee the analysis and evaluation of project applications, supporting documentation, and inspection reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local recovery program requirements (including FEMA Public Assistance).
• Manage a portfolio of recovery projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring quality, completeness, staffing adequacy, and on-time delivery.

Skills

Emergency management

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Grant management systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

WSP USA is seeking On-Call Emergency Managers to support disaster recovery operations across multiple U.S. locations. Roles involve leading recovery activities, coordinating staff, and ensuring compliance with FEMA and other program requirements.

Candidates must be prepared for rapid deployment and extended hours during assignments. These on-call positions report to various client sites nationwide, including Texas, Florida, North Carolina, Louisiana, and more.