Associate Project Manager – Public Assistance

Position Summary: Tidal Basin has an opportunity to hire a  full-time position in the State of Alaska to fill a Tidal Basin Public Assistance Associate Project Manager role. The selected candidate will work onsite at the designated Alaska Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Management (AK DHS&EM) office location, providing assistance and support on FEMA’s Public Assistance (PA) program, Individual Assistance (IA) Program, and 404 Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (404HMGP). The ideal candidate will develop a solid understanding of these FEMA grant programs and will be capable of managing multiple tasks with demanding deadlines. Candidates shall develop and then demonstrate a successful track record of working collaboratively with stakeholders ensuring compliance with program guidelines; both Federal and State of Alaska disaster declarations.
PA Program Job Duties and Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Help the assigned Tidal Basin Program Supervisor with identifying and establishing tasks, roles and responsibilities of Tidal Basin assigned personnel
• Help the State of Alaska Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (AK DHS&EM) personnel with both federally and/or State of Alaska disaster declarations
  
  • This shall involve using AK specific policies, guidelines, and checklists, plus working within the AK grant management database
• Develop an in-depth understanding of FEMA’s Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide
• When assigned to State of Alaska disaster grant eligible Applicants, provide solid guidance and suggestions through the entire grant process, while gaining experience using FEMA’s Grants Manager web-based platform
• Travel to in-state locations designated disaster areas and be able to stay on location for extended periods of time
• Complete all required training
• Perform other duties as assigned

IA Program Job Duties and Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Help the assigned Tidal Basin Program Supervisor with identifying and establishing tasks, roles and responsibilities of Tidal Basin assigned personnel
• Help the State of Alaska Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (AK DHS&EM) personnel with both federally and/or State of Alaska disaster declarations
  
  • This shall involve using AK specific policies, guidelines, and checklists, plus working within the AK grant management database
• Develop an in-depth understanding of conducting inspections and documenting eligible repairs based on event caused damages
• Develop an in-depth understanding of developing sound cost estimates using the provided software and/or web-based platforms
• Able to travel to in-state locations designated disaster areas and be able to stay on location for extended periods of time
• Complete all required training
• Perform other duties as assigned

404 HMGP Job Duties and Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Help the assigned Tidal Basin Program Supervisor and the assigned Lead Hazard Mitigation Technical Specialist with establishing tasks, roles and responsibilities of Tidal Basin assigned personnel
• Help the State of Alaska Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (AK DHS&EM) personnel with both federally and/or State of Alaska disaster declarations and assist DHS&EM personnel with processing grant applications received
  
  • This shall involve using AK specific policies, guidelines, and checklists, plus working within the AK grant management database
• Develop an in-depth understanding of FEMA’s Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide, especially the sections of the guide where 404 Mitigation information is provided
• Able to travel to in-state locations designated disaster areas and be able to stay on location for extended periods of time
• Complete all required training
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Competencies:

• Able to support the professional relationship between Tidal Basin and State of Alaska DHS&EM Staff
• Proficient with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite applications, and ability to quickly learn new computer software, programs, or tools, and utilize various video conferencing tools
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be self-motivated, responsible, and confident with a commitment to integrity
• Must possess high attention to detail, be very organized and able to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Must have a proficient understanding of concepts from applicant intake through project and subrecipient closeout

Education and Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree is required
• Knowledge and experience working in an emergency management field preferred
• Project management or personnel/team management experience preferred

Work Location:

• Ability to work onsite at the AK DHS&EM designated location unless approved for and assigned to in-state travel, and/or remote location.
  
  • Must be able to pass a background check to gain access to the Military Base where the AK DHS&EM office is located.
• Ability to accept assignments and deploy to areas outside of Alaska.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Upon hire, secondary employment must be disclosed and approved.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.