Program Administrator 1/Trainee1/Trainee 2

About This Role

Administer federal disaster assistance grants and provide oversight for infrastructure repair and mitigation efforts. Coordinate assessments of damaged areas and guide various organizations on recovery program objectives and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for federal disaster assistance grants to repair and replace infrastructure
• Coordinate assessments of damaged areas following emergencies and disasters
• Understand federal regulations, policy, and guidelines related to disaster assistance programs
• Provide direct guidance to state agencies, local governments, and not-for-profit organizations on Recovery program objectives
• Draft project narratives, identify expenses and review for eligibility and accuracy for reimbursement
• Develop and deliver training and presentations on Recovery programs
• Establish and monitor FEMA program deadlines and reporting requirements
• Communicate regularly with FEMA, state, local, voluntary, not-for-profit organizations, and staff
• Support and staff active Disaster Assistance Centers and Federal/State Joint Field Offices
• Serve as a lead State Recovery program representative or in other leadership roles during active disasters

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of qualifying experience in grant program administration, disaster recovery, or damage assessment
• Valid Driver’s License

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of qualifying experience in federal, state or locally funded grant programs administration, disaster mitigation/recovery projects, processing grant project payments, damage assessment, or planning and coordinating disaster recovery programs