Senior Residential Hazard Mitigation Subject Matter Expert (California)

102 ICF Incorporated, LLC; California; Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF's Disaster Management division seeks a Residential Hazard Mitigation SME to support FEMA HMA planning and projects in California following wildfire and wind events. The SME will identify residential mitigation strategies to reduce risk from wildfires, wind, ice storms, and severe weather.

The ideal candidate has a proven FEMA HMA track record and will coordinate across agencies to optimize grant resources and deliver compliant, high-quality work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field.
• 5+ years of FEMA HMA project experience.
• Familiarity with emergency planning and mitigation planning.
• Willingness to travel across California.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an expert in FEMA HMA grant programs and advise clients on large-scale mitigation projects.
• Assess risks and identify vulnerabilities in homes and communities to wildfires and related hazards.
• Develop strategies to reduce risk, including building codes and retrofitting measures.
• Identify and secure funding for mitigation projects.
• Implement public education and outreach, explaining complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Lead stakeholder engagement with local, state, and federal agencies, NGOs, and industry.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and emergency managers to implement mitigation projects.

Skills

FEMA HMA expert

Grant programs

Risk assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Grants management systems

Job description

ICF's Disaster Management division seeks a Residential Hazard Mitigation Subject Matter Expert (SME) who will support FEMA HMA planning and projects in California following the recent wildfire and straight-line wind events. This SME will be focused on identifying residential property mitigation strategies to reduce the risk to homes and property from natural hazards including wildfires, wind, ice storms, and severe weather. The ideal candidate will be a proven FEMA HMA Subject Matter Expert with a track record of superior execution and growth and will be responsible for ensuring that programs are positioned to optimize disaster grant resource allocation, build strong solutions to impacted areas, and provide strong risk management. This position represents an exceptional opportunity to join an expert team to facilitate change and help make a lasting difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as an expert in FEMA HMA grant programs and advise local government and private non-profit clients on large-scale mitigation projects.
• Assess risks and identify vulnerabilities in homes and communities to wildfires and other related hazards.
• Developing strategies to reduce risk, such as building codes, retrofitting structures, and community-wide resilience plans.
• Identify and secure funding for mitigation projects.
• Implement ongoing public education and outreach programs, including clearly explaining complex technical concepts to various audiences, including homeowners and community members.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and coordination with local, state, and federal agency representatives, community-based organizations, industry, and non-profits to achieve common mitigation goals.
• Coordinate with other professionals, including engineers, contractors, and emergency managers, to implement mitigation projects.
• Monitor project execution to ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to FEMA programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years of FEMA HMA project experience including program start-up through implementation and closeout
• Familiarity with emergency planning, mitigation planning, and using grants management systems
• Experience coordinating with residential property owners to develop mitigation strategies and support the implementation of retrofitting measures
• Demonstrated success managing complex cross-functional teams to achieve high levels of production, meet tight deadlines, and deliver compliant, quality work products.
• Based in Southern California with a willingness to travel across the state as necessary

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Master's or higher-level degree in a related field.
• Experience securing federal grants of $50 million or greater.
• Knowledge of California-specific building codes and hazard mitigation priorities
• Familiarity with FEMA Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA) tool and methodology.

Professional Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, emotional intelligence, critical thinking skills, and integrity and ethics
• Team player with the demonstrated ability to build organizational capability, motivate teaming partners/staff to ensure high levels of engagement, and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project Management Software)

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we are not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pay Range

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $98,187.00 - $166,919.00

Location

California Remote Office (CA99)

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Work Authorization and Sponsorship

All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF. Candidates who currently hold valid work authorization may be considered for a change of employer petition, subject to company policy and applicable immigration requirements.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

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About ICF

ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com.