FEMA Public Disaster Assistance Program Financial Analyst, Accountant, CPA 14360

About the position At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. We are excited to announce CCPRS won the next 5-year contract for Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contractors - PA TAC V in the West Zone! The West Zone includes Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, California, Arizona, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, Hawaii, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri. If you want to join a company committed to you and your success, invest your technical expertise with us and support FEMA in a variety of ways. Through CCPRS, Jacobs is looking for you to provide technical assistance support for FEMA disaster-related operations throughout the U.S. FEMA uses the PA TAC nationally to obtain the following financial services roles: Financial Analyst, Accountant, and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to assist state and local municipalities and public entities in developing grant applications for Federal Public Assistance funding for the repair of their infrastructure/facilities damaged by disasters (roads, bridges, hospitals, schools, water treatment facilities, parks etc.). As a part of the FEMA program, we'll lean on you to support our technical professionals and aid in various or all phases of the Public Assistance grant delivery process (from applicant assignment to exit briefing). Including the development of technical documents, cost estimating, and disaster recovery and/or management services. You'll be a key member of the team in assisting project managers or engineers in major segments of moderate to complex projects or tasks and provide reporting and management assistance for the overall efficiency of the disaster operation. We'll rely on your expertise and attention to detail to ensure compliance with overall FEMA Public Assistance policy and procedure. Responsibilities • Provide technical assistance support for FEMA disaster-related operations. • Assist state and local municipalities in developing grant applications for Federal Public Assistance funding. • Support various phases of the Public Assistance grant delivery process. • Develop technical documents and cost estimates. • Aid in disaster recovery and management services. • Assist project managers or engineers in project segments. • Provide reporting and management assistance for disaster operations. Requirements • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field of expertise. • 5 plus years of relevant experience in field of expertise and/or disaster relief. • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required for CPA role. • Must be a U.S. citizen and able to pass an FBI background check. • Clean driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check. • Current valid driver's license. • Ability to mobilize within 24-48 hours for deployment. • Commit to a minimum 90-day assignment in remote locations and disaster conditions. • Ability to work well across multiple teams and meet critical deadlines. • Ability to stand or walk for long periods on varying terrain. • Flexibility to work in different locations as needed by FEMA. • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite. • Competent in operating a computer and using various software applications. Nice-to-haves • 10 plus years of relevant experience in field of expertise and/or disaster relief. • Significant focus on providing excellent customer service. • Prior experience in the PA Program or Long-Term Community Recovery Program Specialist. • Trainings completed in Program Delivery Manager training, Public Assistance Operations I (PA Ops I), Public Assistance Operations II (PA Ops II), Project Worksheet (PW) Development, Cost Estimating Format (CEF), and/or 406 Hazard Mitigation. Benefits • Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. • 401(k) plan. • Ability to purchase company stock at a discount. • Deferred compensation plan or Executive Deferral Plan. • PTO based on number of hours worked. • Potential for merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. Apply tot his job