Remote FEMA Compliance Specialist | Public Assistance

AC Disaster Consulting

Memphis (TN)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 44,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

AC Disaster Consulting (ACDC) is seeking a Public Assistance Compliance Specialist to conduct project-level validation of FEMA PA work across multiple disaster categories. This remote role requires up to 25% travel to onsite TN locations, with hourly compensation of $26-$32.

Responsibilities include reviewing project worksheets, ensuring eligibility, and supporting appeals and inquiries. The position emphasizes strong knowledge of FEMA PA categories A, B, and E, plus experience in disaster

Qualifications

Minimum 3-5 years of FEMA public assistance accounting/auditing experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of FEMA PA categories A, B, and E.
Experience with at least 2 major disaster recovery efforts.
Experience writing project worksheets (PWs).
Experience with Emergency Operations Center (EOC) support.
Proficiency in MS Excel.

Responsibilities

Validate FEMA PA work across A–G, focusing on emergency and permanent work.
Review PWs, RFIs, and supporting docs for completeness and eligibility.
Evaluate applicant procurement files against 2 CFR 200 and FEMA PA policy; document deficiencies.
Perform insurance reviews, duplication of benefits analysis, and force-account documentation.
Identify compliance risks and propose risk-mitigating actions.
Support appeals and inquiries with policy citations and organized exhibits.
Track validation metrics for weekly Project Management reporting.
Contribute to closeout SOP and QA across a multi-disaster portfolio.
Coordinate with applicants, TEMA, FEMA, and internal leadership.