Local Hire (HM Grants Specialist)

FEMA • Tallahassee, FL

449d • $40,560 - $40,560

About The Position

The Local Hire (HM Grants Specialist) position at FEMA is a temporary role focused on assisting with disaster response and recovery efforts in Tallahassee, FL. Local hires are typically local residents who contribute to the recovery of their community by performing various emergency management functions, including grant application support and project management. The term of employment is 120 days, with the possibility of extensions based on disaster needs.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation.
• Selective service registration is required for males born after 12/31/59.
• High school graduate or possess a GED is required.
• Minimum age of eighteen years is required.
• Experience in writing, reviewing, or providing guidance related to federal grants.
• Experience in creating presentation materials.

Responsibilities

• Conducting, coordinating, and performing due diligence for hazard mitigation grant applications from project development to closeout.
• Providing guidance and assisting in developing complete and eligible grant applications that meet regulatory requirements.
• Gathering application data required for expedited processing by various FEMA teams.
• Conducting project Scope, Budget, and Period of Performance reviews and generating requests for information.

Benefits

• Health insurance for individual or family coverage with a 75% employer contribution.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Ability to earn 4 hours of paid Sick Leave per pay period.
• Holiday pay.
• Worker's Compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: High school or GED