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Engineer – Coastal Engineer FEMA PA TAC Temporary

Summary:

Tidal Basin seeks a Coastal Engineer for its Federal Disaster Recovery Cadre to support FEMA’s Public Assistance Program. This travel-intensive, temporary position plays a key role in aiding coastal recovery projects after natural or man-made disasters across the United States.

Responsibilities:

  • Deploy as a Technical Specialist to provide expertise on coastal recovery projects.

  • Serve as a Site Inspector to inspect permanent facilities and document damage extent.

  • Measure facilities using standard measuring tools such as tape measures, measuring wheels, and laser levels.

  • Complete Site Inspection Reports and capture Essential Elements of Information (EEI).

  • Serve as a PDMG (Program Delivery Manager) and manage diverse stakeholders.

  • Facilitate in-person and remote meetings and review documents for program compliance.

  • Explain the PA Program and translate complex policies into layman’s terms.

  • Deploy as a Cost Estimator to estimate rebuilding or replacement costs for damaged facilities.

  • Deploy as a 406 Mitigation Specialist to advise on mitigation strategies, prepare cost estimates, perform Benefit Cost Analysis (BCA), and write 406 Mitigation proposals.

Requirements:

  • Skilled in Coastal Engineering.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and TEAMS.

  • Proficient in using measuring tools such as tape measures, measuring wheels, and laser measures.

  • Must have a laptop and cell phone.

  • Must know or be able to learn Grants Manager, GoogleEarth Pro, and other FEMA systems.

  • Must know or be able to learn how to create a Firmette or Flood Map.

  • Must be able to learn time and expense tracking systems.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

  • Ability to follow directions and work in challenging conditions.

  • All candidates must pass FEMA security, Grants Manager, and PDMG or Site Inspector training.

  • Mid-Level: 5+ years’ experience as a Coastal Engineer.

  • Mid-Level: Undergraduate degree in Civil or Coastal Engineering with relevant coursework.

  • Mid-Level: P.E. license is a plus (not required).

  • Senior-Level: 10+ years’ experience as a Coastal Engineer.

  • Senior-Level: Undergraduate or higher degree in Civil or Coastal Engineering.

  • Senior-Level: P.E. license from any state required.

  • Senior-Level: 2–3 FEMA PA deployments or 2 years’ experience on 1 FEMA PA deployment preferred.

  • Prior experience with FEMA Public Assistance is preferred but not required.

  • Working knowledge of Grants Manager or ability to learn.

Benefits:

  • Part of a specialized disaster recovery team with national impact.

  • Travel expenses covered; lodging may be provided up to a year.

  • Work from various locations including disaster sites, home, or FEMA facilities.

  • Opportunity to gain FEMA clearance and badge.

  • Equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, orientation, or veteran status.

  • Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

  • Secondary employment must be disclosed and approved upon hire.

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