Disaster Recovery Public Assistance Technical Specialists - Reservist On Call - Remote US

ICF International, Inc.

Job Overview

Location

4 Locations

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• Serve as a Disaster Recovery Public Assistance Technical Specialist on an on-call basis, supporting FEMA Public Assistance (PA) programs following presidential disaster declarations.
• Evaluate facility damages using photographs, documentation, and site assessments to determine eligibility for federal grant funding.
• Prepare detailed damage component inventories and cost estimates for damaged public infrastructure and nonprofit facilities.
• Apply FEMA Public Assistance policies, procedures, and regulations—including Hazard Mitigation 404, 406, and Alternate Procedures—to assess project eligibility and funding requirements.
• Review and validate FEMA project worksheets (sub-grant applications) for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with federal guidelines.
• Provide technical guidance and interpretation to sub-recipients, state agencies, and ICF project teams on grant administration and repair cost methodologies.
• Collaborate with senior specialists and project managers to develop cost alignments, build recovery projects, and ensure accurate budgeting for disaster recovery efforts.
• Conduct site visits and attend meetings with applicants and government agencies to assess recovery needs, discuss project objectives, and align construction budgets.
• Utilize RS Means, Xactimate, FEMA Cost Estimate, or similar web-based cost estimation software to generate accurate and defensible repair cost analyses.
• Maintain detailed records of all cases in the project report management information system and track performance using key metrics.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders through written reports, presentations, and verbal briefings, ensuring timely and professional documentation.
• Exercise independent judgment in evaluating complex, intangible issues related to disaster recovery, construction, zoning, building codes, and materials.
• Travel frequently and with minimal notice to disaster recovery sites, client offices, and ICF locations across the United States.
• Ensure compliance with Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) requirements and maintain a valid driver’s license for field assignments.
• Optimize recovery procedures, resolve project-related issues, and keep management informed of emerging problems and resolutions.
• Demonstrate superior customer service, active listening, negotiation, and facilitation skills when engaging with diverse applicants and communities.
• Apply knowledge of construction practices, design standards, and infrastructure systems to support accurate damage assessments and repair planning.
• Work under dynamic deadlines and shifting priorities while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail in all deliverables.
• Maintain awareness of socioeconomic and community dynamics affecting disaster recovery outcomes.

🎯 Requirements

• 3+ years of construction experience, including 3+ years working in disaster recovery and grant monitoring through federal and state government programs with emphasis on FEMA Public Assistance.
• 2+ years of working knowledge of RS Means, Xactimate, FEMA Cost Estimate, or applicable web-based cost estimator software.
• 5+ years of experience with FEMA Public Assistance programs, including Hazard Mitigation 404, 406, Alternate and Improved Project requirements.
• Must be able and willing to travel (flight and vehicle) as required for project work with minimal notice.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Excel, and computer use.

🏖️ Benefits

• Flexible on-call employment structure with the freedom to accept or decline work assignments.
• Opportunity to work on concurrent projects outside of ICF, provided no conflict of interest exists.
• Hourly pay range of $25–$40 per hour based on experience and location match.
• Annual salary equivalency range of $60,967–$103,643 based on full-time employment.
• Participation in ICF’s equal opportunity employment practices and reasonable accommodation programs.
• Access to professional development and collaboration with a multidisciplinary disaster management team.

Skills & Technologies

Onsite

$25-40/hr

Degree Required

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About ICF International, Inc.

Global advisory and technology services provider delivering strategy, analytics, and digital transformation to government and commercial clients. Core capabilities span energy, environment, health, education, and cybersecurity, integrating data science, policy expertise, and implementation support. Founded in 1969, publicly traded on NASDAQ as ICFI, with 9,000+ employees across more than 80 offices worldwide.

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