FEMA Senior Manager, Public Assistance and Recovery - Remote (US)
About the position Responsibilities • Manage and oversee federally funded disaster recovery and mitigation projects throughout the U.S., ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery. • Collaborate with various stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, and partner organizations, to enhance program effectiveness. • Develop and implement strategic plans that align with project goals and client needs while identifying areas for growth and improvement. • Monitor project progress, performance metrics, and compliance with regulations, adjusting as necessary to ensure success. • Facilitate communication and reporting to clients and team members, maintaining transparency and fostering a collaborative work environment. • Maintain a complete understanding of all applicable program policies, requirements, procedures, guidelines; and shall possess knowledge of regulatory and statutory compliance requirements for the FEMA Public Assistance Program as well as other federal and state funding sources. • Ensure all program participants, including subrecipients, vendors, and stakeholders are aware of any policy changes. • Lead, coordinate and evaluate performance of employees directly assigned to oversight. • Able and willing to travel for program/project needs assigned to support clients, stakeholders and ICF work. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Emergency Management, or a related field. • 5+ years of program/project management experience in disaster recovery or funding strategies (FEMA PA, IA, CDBG), preferably with federal or state programs. • 10+ years of experience in disaster and/or emergency management working with federal, state and local governments. • Willingness and ability to travel as needed for ICF program/project needs. • Must have a valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check. Nice-to-haves • Master's degree. • Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP). • Familiarity with emergency planning, mitigation planning and using grants management systems. Apply tot his job