Local Hire (Voluntary Agency Liaison Specialist)

FEMA • Asheville, NC

454d • $59,176 - $60,403 • Onsite

About The Position

The Local Hire (Voluntary Agency Liaison Specialist) position at FEMA is a temporary role aimed at assisting with disaster response and recovery efforts in Asheville and Hickory, NC. Local hires are typically residents of the affected areas who help their communities recover from disasters. The term of employment is 120 days, with the possibility of extensions based on the needs of the disaster. This role involves coordinating disaster assistance programs, engaging with survivors, and fostering relationships with various stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery.

Requirements

• Experience coordinating and supporting the implementation of disaster recovery programs.
• Experience collaborating with voluntary organizations to coordinate volunteer support.
• Experience assisting with issues related to volunteer support and donation management during a disaster.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting regulations related to voluntary and government disaster assistance programs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in emergency management functions.
• Knowledge of FEMA programs and policies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate requests and register survivors for disaster assistance programs.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with internal and external program offices.
• Support leadership in the administration of programs and plans impacting the delivery of recovery services.
• Provide technical knowledge of agency policies and procedures to disaster survivors and external partnering agencies.
• Interact directly with disaster survivors, voluntary agencies, community-based organizations, or local government to share information and coordinate disaster services.
• Engage with survivors and local officials to identify immediate and unmet needs that can be addressed with assistance and resources available through FEMA and community partners.
• Maintain positive internal and external relationships to ensure effective communication and timely response to all requests for assistance.
• Conduct community outreach and create partnerships with local and state emergency managers, disability partners, private sector, voluntary agencies, and faith-based organizations.

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 Benefits.

What This Job Offers

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