What are the responsibilities and job description for the Horticulturalist (Senior) - FEMA PA position at Sol Engineering Services Llc?
SOL Engineering Services is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Horticulturalist to join our team at FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) in support of the Public Assistance (PA) Program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in horticulture, landscape architecture, or related fields, with significant experience in assessing and mitigating damage to vegetation and landscapes caused by disasters. The role will primarily focus on providing expert guidance and support to FEMA's PA Program, specifically in the restoration and enhancement of natural and cultural landscapes.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Public Assistance (PA) Experience is in high demand for deployment considerations and is required by FEMA. Experience must be 1 or more years of deployment regional, state or local level.
Here’s What You’ll Need:- Bachelor's degree in horticulture, landscape architecture, environmental science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in horticulture, with a focus on assessing and managing vegetation and landscapes.
- Strong understanding of plant biology, ecology, and landscape design principles.
- Experience conducting vegetation assessments, developing restoration plans, and implementing landscape projects.
- Knowledge of native and ornamental plant species, invasive species management, and sustainable landscaping practices.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to pass an FBI background check.
- Strong understanding of FEMA regulations, policies, and guidelines related to Public Assistance programs (e.g., PA Handbook, Stafford Act).
- Must have a clean driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
- Must have a current valid driver's license.
- Ability to mobilize within 24-48 hours, 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 of times on varying terrain.
- Flexibility to work in different locations as needed by FEMA.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
- Computer Proficiency–in this role you must be competent and fully proficient at operating a computer, finding files, editing documents in adobe and word, working with Excel spreadsheets, ability to effectively interface with applications in web browsers, working knowledge of saving, renaming, editing, organizing files and moving between iPhone and PC seamlessly.
Ideal Candidate will also have:
• Significant focus and experience in providing excellent customer service, attention to detail and must have excellent communication (writing and verbal) skills.
• Prior experience in the PA Program: Site Inspectors, Program Delivery Managers, Public Assistance Coordinator (PAC) Crew Leader, Project Specialist, Debris Specialist, Debris Monitor, FEMA-certified Trainer, Hazard Mitigation Specialist (Sections 404 and 406), or Long-Term Community Recovery Program Specialist.
• Trainings completed in Program Delivery Manager training, Site Inspector training, Public Assistance Operations I (PA Ops I), Public Assistance Operations II (PA Ops II), Project Worksheet (PW) Development, Cost Estimating Format (CEF), Debris Management/Operations, and/or 406 Hazard Mitigation.
We offer competitive salary, health benefits and paid vacation. Veterans and HUBZone residents are encouraged to apply.
SOL Engineering Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
