What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reports and Communications Specialist Senior - FEMA PA position at Sol Engineering Services Llc?
SOL Engineering Services, LLC is an engineering and technical services provider, with over 19 years of engineering and consulting experience. Our viability comes, in part, from utilizing the diverse backgrounds of the firm’s owners and the experiences of its team of approximately 100 engineers, scientists, technical subject matter experts, and program and project managers. Our hands-on project implementation approach encompasses management, quality, and engineering principles to ensure effective management and delivery of all projects. SOL’s reputation and keys to success are built on providing high quality, responsive engineering and related technical services while maintaining professional commitments and ensuring that full satisfaction is given to our clients throughout the United States.
SOL Engineering Services is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Reports and Communication Specialist 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 writing, editing, and communications, with significant experience in preparing reports, documents, and other communications materials related to disaster response and recovery efforts.
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.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, write, and edit a wide range of reports, documents, and publications related to FEMA's PA Program, including project worksheets, technical memoranda, briefing materials, and presentations. Ensure that content is clear, concise, accurate, and consistent with FEMA's guidelines and standards.
- Analyze data and information collected from various sources to support the preparation of reports and communications materials. Use data visualization tools and techniques to present complex information in a clear and compelling manner.
Here’s What You’ll Need:
- Master's degree in communications, journalism, English, public relations, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in writing, editing, and communications, preferably in the context of emergency management or disaster response.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and other relevant software applications.
- 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 a competitive salary, health benefits, and paid vacation. Veterans and HUBZone residents are encouraged to apply.
SOL Engineering Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
