The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable of flood hazards and other risks that could impact Region 10, understanding of mitigation concepts, ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, and ability to assess information based on defined Flood Mitigation Assistance program criteria. This position starts at a salary of $92,123 (GS-12).  Apply for this exciting opportunity to become a member of the Region 10 team within FEMA.View common definitions of terms found in this announcement. 

Duties

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation. DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters. We achieve these vital missions through a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• Selective Service registration required.
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card.
• Please review "Other Information" section for additional key requirements.

Qualifications

The qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of this announcement. You qualify for this position at the GS-12 level (starting salary $92,123) if you possess the following:  One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-XX) in the Federal Service.  This experience may have been gained in the federal government, a state or local government, a non-profit organization, the private sector, or as a volunteer; however, your resume must clearly describe at least one year of specialized experience.  Specialized experience for this position includes:  Evaluating or managing major administrative aspects, such as funding or grants, of mission oriented programs like Hazard Mitigation Assistance (i.e. Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grants (PDMG), Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA), Building Resilient Infrastructure Communities (BRIC), etc.); and, Providing technical assistance and outreach to states and local communities regarding the Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) program; and, Using Hazard Mitigation Assistance program guidance and tools; and, Creating or evaluating cost-benefit analysis. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. NOTE: Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/YY to MM/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume. For a brief video on How to Create a Federal Resume, click here.Current or former FEMA Reservists/DAE employees: To accurately credit your experience for these intermittent positions, make sure to list the dates (from MM/YY to MM/YY) of each deployment, along with the job title and specific duties you were responsible for during each deployment.  Failure to provide this information may result in disqualification.The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees.  If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. 

Contacts

• Address FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, District of Columbia 20472 United States
• Name: Vonda Sparks
• Phone: 202-812-7961
• Email: [email protected]