Supervisory Civil Engineer

Federal Emergency Management Agency

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

Remote

USD 117,000 - 152,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Federal Emergency Management Agency in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a Supervisory Civil Engineer to lead teams and oversee contractor-driven flood risk analyses for floodplain mapping, dams and levees. You will coordinate with regional offices and stakeholders to advance FEMA flood risk programs, align with policies, and ensure quality in technical deliverables.

The role emphasizes program management, grants and contracting duties within the DHS mission and may require extensive travel and irregular

Qualifications

Experience leading staff and projects managing contractors in support of engineering analyses.
Ability to oversee complex floodplain mapping, dams and levees projects.
Experience coordinating with regional offices and stakeholders on flood risk studies.

Responsibilities

Lead staff in managing and overseeing highly technical and complex projects for floodplain mapping, dams and levees.
Recommend technical direction and coordinate with Regional Project Officers in flood risk studies and mapping.
Review work submitted by regional partners for technical adequacy and conformance with FEMA policies.
Collaborate with Federal, State, Tribal and local agencies on flood hazard information; participate in grants administration and contracting.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Contractor management

Flood risk analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Department: Department of Homeland Security

This position is located in Philadelphia, PA. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience leading teams and projects managing contractors in support of engineering analyses in the development of flood risk products related to floodplain mapping, dams and levees in support of FEMA flood risk analysis and mapping programs.

Key Responsibilities

What will I do in this position if hired? In this position, you will perform program and engineering work in support of the National Flood Insurance Program and Mitigation Division goals to reduce or eliminate long-term risks to people and property from hazards and their effects.

Typical assignments include: Leading staff in managing and overseeing highly technical and complex projects for floodplain mapping, dams and levees Recommending technical direction and coordinating with other Regional Project Officers in conducting flood risk studies and mapping. Reviewing completed work submitted by Regional mapping partners for technical adequacy of results and to determine conformance with FEMA policies, procedures, and methods.

Collaborating with Federal Agencies, State Agencies, Tribes, local governments and other stakeholders in the development and review of flood hazard information. Serving in grants administration and contracting functions, including Contracting Officer's Technical Representative. What else do I need to know? At FEMA, our mission is to help people before, during and after disasters, and every employee at FEMA has a role in emergency management.

Every FEMA employee has regular and recurring emergency management responsibilities, though not every position requires routine deployment to disaster sites. All positions are subject to recall around the clock for emergency management operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description.

Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically austere and operationally challenging conditions.

Requirements & Education

Positive Education Requirement: This position has a positive education requirement, as outlined in the "requirements" section. You must submit a copy of your transcripts (unofficial are acceptable) with your online application. Once selected and prior to appointment, applicants must provide official college transcripts.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.

DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $117284 – $152471/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.