Individual Assistance EOC Coordinator

Introduction:

We are a leading, national consulting firm that provides compassionate, full-spectrum emergency management services including planning and preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation services to the public and private sectors before, during and after a natural disaster or catastrophic event.

Our mission is to provide compassionate consulting services to local, state, federal, and industry clients, active in disaster response, recovery, and preparedness. We will be on time, on target, and on budget with the services aligned to the evolving threats and hazards facing our nation.

The position will be guided by ACDC’s Corporate Values Platform in all activities.

Position Summary:

Job Title: Individual Assistance Branch Chief

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Temporary/Seasonal/Regular: Temporary

Compensation: $50-$55/hour

Travel/Location: On-site Frankfurt KY required

Mission of Role/Position Summary:

Join AC Disaster Consulting as an IA Branch Chief and become a vital part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to emergency management. At AC Disaster Consulting, we pride ourselves on cultivating an inclusive work culture that empowers professional growth through training and hands-on experience. Our mission encompasses developing competent leaders in the field of emergency management, fostering meaningful connections with our clients, and giving back to the communities we serve. With core values of being competent, caring, and connected, we are committed to building and maintaining a thriving workforce where our employees feel valued and engaged. As a full-spectrum emergency management firm, we provide essential planning, response, recovery, and mitigation services to both public and private sectors affected by natural disasters and catastrophic events. If you're seeking to be part of an extraordinary company culture in a position that offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply for the IA Branch Chief position and help shape the future of emergency management with us!

Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate Individual Assistance (IA) programs during disaster recovery efforts.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with public and private entities to facilitate resource sharing.
• Ensuring timely and effective delivery of FEMA IA programs, including Housing Assistance, Other Needs Assistance (ONA), and Crisis Counseling.
• Acting as the primary state liaison with FEMA, local agencies, and voluntary organizations to streamline assistance efforts.
• Overseeing the opening, staffing, and operation of Disaster Recovery Centers, where survivors can apply for aid and access resources.
• Ensuring the effective implementation of FEMA’s Disaster Case Mgmt Program, working with case management agencies to support long-term recovery for disaster survivors.
• Identifying gaps in services and coordinating additional resources to meet survivors’ unmet needs.
• Ensuring that all IA programs are executed in compliance with federal and state regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven experience managing teams and leading projects related to disaster assistance programs.
• Strong understanding of federal disaster assistance guidelines and regulations, particularly the IA program.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze data and reports for program improvement and evaluation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in high-pressure situations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May have lead responsibilities within projects or small teams depending on function with senior level support.

Expected Hours of Work:

Schedule may vary. Work on evenings and weekends may be required. Dependability and punctuality are paramount.

Travel Requirements:

• This position is on site.
• Must be willing to travel and deploy to client sites for extended periods of time.

Physical Demands:

• Mobility required on-site with clients.
• Sitting or standing for hours at a time.
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time if needed.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. repetitively throughout the day and as needed.

Working Environment:

• Emergency management personnel may work in an office or home environment or be deployed to the field which may require working outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• Work may be on-site with clients ex: EOC, hospital, debris sites or local government buildings.
• All AC Disaster Consulting (ACDC) positions are remote work site positions with the home location agreed upon at time of hire.
• If the remote work site locations change, ACDC Human Resources must be made aware, and leadership needs to approve any site changes for business registration and payroll tax purposes.

Experience/Education Required:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in emergency management or disaster recovery and Individual Assistance.
• Minimum 5 years Disaster Recovery Center operations.

Experience/Education Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in emergency management, public administration, or a related field preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsored visa is required. We are not able to employ those located outside of the US.
• Must pass company and any applicable client background check and reference check upon offer of employment.

No benefits available for this temporary role.

AC Disaster Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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