FEMA Region VII Multiple Disasters Support - Environmental Historic Preservation (EHP) Specialists and Engineers (BENCH SUPPORT)
About the position At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. As a result of storms, flooding, and tornados across the Midwest, namely Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska, FEMA is seeking support from CCPRS for a new Task Order to aid in recovery efforts under our PA TAC V contract. If you want to join a company committed to you and your success, invest your technical expertise with us and support FEMA on this new Task Order. We're seeking Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, and Soil/Geotechnical Engineers, as well as Hydrologists, Environmental Planners, Biologists, Archeologists, Certified Floodplain Managers, Project Managers with Environment and Historic Preservation expertise, and Architectural Historians to deploy to Kansas City, Missouri and West Des Moines, Iowa to support FEMA in providing services to their applicants. You'll help deliver the Public Assistance grant process (from applicant assignment to exit briefing) for applicants in the states of Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. You could write Project Worksheets (PWs) for the purposes of determining project eligibility, scopes of work and estimating costs to repair or replace a facility or structure in order to restore it to its pre-disaster design. We'll lean on you to provide technical, cost estimating, and disaster recovery and/or management services while supporting technical professionals. You'll be a key member of the team in assisting project managers or PDMG's in major segments of moderate to complex projects or tasks, and independently conducting projects involving the evaluation of disaster-affected locations. Bring your technical expertise and passion for FEMA disaster recovery work, and we'll empower you to restore and improve communities across these Midwest states. Responsibilities • Support FEMA in providing services to applicants in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. • Deliver the Public Assistance grant process from applicant assignment to exit briefing. • Write Project Worksheets (PWs) for determining project eligibility, scopes of work, and estimating costs. • Provide technical, cost estimating, and disaster recovery and/or management services. • Assist project managers or PDMG's in major segments of moderate to complex projects or tasks. • Conduct projects involving the evaluation of disaster-affected locations. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Archaeology, Historical Architecture, History, Environmental Science, or related field. • A minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience with professional licensure (for engineers) OR 10 years of relevant engineering experience in their field of expertise. • Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to pass a Department of Homeland Security 'Public Trust' level background check. • 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 180-day assignment in Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, or Nebraska. • Ability to work well across multiple teams and meet critical deadlines. • Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time on varying terrain. • Flexibility to work in different locations as needed by FEMA. • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite. • Computer proficiency in operating a computer, finding files, editing documents, working with Excel spreadsheets, and navigating the internet for research purposes. Nice-to-haves • Professional PE License for Engineers. • 15 plus years of relevant experience as an archaeologist, architectural historian, historical architect, and/or NEPA Specialist for EHPs. • Archaeologists and Architectural Historians meeting the professional standards outlined by the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Standards and Guidelines. • Significant focus and experience in providing excellent customer service, attention to detail, and excellent communication 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, 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. • Proficiency in FEMA's Grants Manager program. Benefits • Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. • 401(k) plan. • Ability to purchase company stock at a discount. • Deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. • PTO based upon number of hours worked. • Merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock for certain roles. Apply tot his job