Resilience and Emergency Management (REM) Specialist

AtkinsRealis USA Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities to work on diverse proj.

Structured mentorship

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an entry-level Resilience and Emergency Management Specialist in Orlando, FL. You will support public-sector clients with disaster recovery, resilience planning, and emergency management, while collaborating with a diverse team on grants management and technical analysis.

The role emphasizes documentation quality, multidisciplinary teamwork, and the use of Power BI, ArcGIS, and other tools to deliver impactful results.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in emergency management, disaster recovery, hazard mitigation, grants management, planning, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s may substitute for experience.
• Strong writing, research, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support public-sector clients through disaster recovery, hazard mitigation, resilience planning, emergency management and grants management.
• Provide technical analysis, program delivery, and stakeholder coordination to ensure quality-focused documentation.
• Leverage data visualization tools to support decision-making and project outcomes.

Skills

Strong writing

Research

Analytical

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management / related field

Tools

Power BI

ArcGIS

Adobe Acrobat

Smartsheet

Monday.com

SharePoint

FEMA grant systems

Data visualization platforms

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

Job Description Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Resilience and Emergency Management (REM) Specialist to join our Resilience and Emergency Management Team. This is an entry-level position and is based out of Orlando, FL. REM is a mission-driven, comprehensive and diverse unit of over 100 staff members within the larger company that tackles some of the toughest disaster and resilience challenges across the nation. This position supports public-sector clients through disaster recovery, hazard mitigation, resilience planning, emergency management, grants management, technical analysis, program delivery, stakeholder coordination, and quality-focused documentation.

About You

EXPERIENCE: 0–2 years of professional, internship, academic, volunteer, or project experience in emergency management, disaster recovery, hazard mitigation, grants management, planning, engineering, finance, data analysis, community engagement, or related fields.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, Planning, Public Policy, Political Science, Geography/GIS, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, Communications, or a related field. A Master’s degree may substitute for experience.

• Strong writing, research, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and familiarity with AI-enabled productivity tools, such as Microsoft Copilot.
• Ability to manage documentation, track action items, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Experience with tools such as Power BI, ArcGIS, Adobe Acrobat, Smartsheet, Monday.com, SharePoint, FEMA grant systems, or data visualization platforms is a plus.
• Familiarity with FEMA, HUD/CDBG-DR, disaster recovery, resilience, hazard mitigation, floodplain management, or emergency management programs is a plus.

PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION: None required. Certifications such as CFM, CAPM, AEM, GIS Certificate, EI/EIT, or similar credentials are a plus.

Rewards & Benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

• Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope
• Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network
• Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication
• Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network
• Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
• Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Additional Information

Expected compensation range is between $60,000 - $70,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Employment Information

Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular

Equal Opportunity / EOE

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer. EOE/Veteran/Disability Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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