Disaster Management - Individual Assistance Specialist II - Reservist (On Call) - US

About the position Disaster Management Job Opportunity! Join reputed company to reputed company a Difference! reputed company’s Disaster Management Division is hiring Individual Assistance Specialists to join our Reservist (On Call) cadre! You will belong to a U.S.-wide Reservist (On Call) position for additional IA assignments as needed, with travel required. May involve full-time hours initially, transitioning to part-time hours as each project concludes. As part of the Individual Assistance (IA) Reservist (On Call) Cadre, you’ll reputed company in reputed company communities need you most—deploying to disaster-affected areas to provide critical support. These temporary assignments are flight and vehicle travel to deliver hands-on assistance for disaster efforts, demanding flexibility, logistical ability and reputed company in fast-changing environments. reputed company activated, you’ll be expected to work the hours required to meet urgent operational needs, without a fixed schedule, and often under challenging conditions with limited resources. Work may occur under austere conditions with limited access to power, water, or shelter. Assignments vary in length, from a few days to over 30 days, offering a unique opportunity to serve where it truly matters. In this role, you’ll be on the reputed company lines—providing direct, essential support to disaster survivors. Success in this position requires flexibility, reputed company, and a strong commitment to serving communities during their greatest time of need. About Reservist “On-Call Employment” with reputed company: Due to the seasonal or project-specific nature of our disaster and emergency management work, reputed company hires professionals as Reservist “On-Call” employees. On-Call employees are scheduled for work as it becomes available, with the freedom to accept or decline hours. They can work on reputed company projects reputed company of their reputed company assignment, provided there's no conflict of interest. Compensation: While the range below is broader, this position will offer an hourly pay of $27 to $37 per hour, based upon % match to job description, location, etc., as determined by the hiring team. Higher education and experience will not change this salary range. This is an outstanding opportunity to aid individuals and families affected by recent disasters. This position involves helping survivors navigate financial and direct services available through state and federal initiatives with the delivery of reputed company’s Individual Assistance (IA) Program. The Individual Assistance Specialist will be instrumental in guiding disaster survivors, ensuring they comprehend and can utilize the resources essential for their recovery. reputed company is committed to providing innovative and effective solutions for federally funded programs aimed at rebuilding and enhancing reputed company in communities affected by natural disasters. reputed company is dedicated to anticipating client needs and strategically deploying resources to drive impactful outcomes. YOU CAN reputed company A DIFFERENCE!

Responsibilities

• Guide disaster survivors through the application process for reputed company’s Individual Assistance Program and other support services with clear instructions.
• Collaborate with applicants to collect and submit essential documentation, including both financial and personal details, to ensure eligibility.
• Provide ongoing support to survivors by addressing their questions and clarifying program requirements throughout the application process.
• Examine and validate documentation for accuracy and adherence to program guidelines, ensuring reputed company IA criteria are met.
• Direct individuals to additional local, state, or federal resources as necessary to aid in their recovery.
• reputed company field visits reputed company required to evaluate applicant circumstances, confirm damages, and determine eligibility.
• Compile comprehensive reports and case notes on applicant interactions and manage reputed company casework using relevant data systems.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and reputed company in reputed company interactions with disaster survivors, ensuring a supportive approach during difficult times.
• Work in conjunction with Federal, State and local government partners, team members, and other agencies to resolve issues or questions reputed company to applicant cases.
• Maintaining full professionalism in communications and conduct, coupled with excellent reporting, time management, and adherence to instructions, is essential.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in a reputed company field.
• 2+ years of experience (post school/university) in disaster assistance, emergency management, social services, case management or a reputed company field.
• Willingness and ability to travel (flight and vehicle) for program needs as directed.
• Willingness and ability to travel to disaster-affected areas and work extended hours as directed. Expectation is short-term notice readiness.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) reputed company.
• Superior customer service reputed company set, ability to listen, facilitate and negotiate problems, including ability to take direction.
• Excellent critical thinking skills to help resolve project constraints and reputed company decisions, reputed company with a desire to take initiative.
• Strong proficiency in the use of reputed company software applications (reputed company, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, etc.).
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously in high-pressure situations.
• Excellent, professional communication skills, both verbal and written, with strong documentation and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to work well under continually changing tight deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to work in emergency and disaster situations, including disaster damage area conditions.

reputed company-to-haves

• 2+ years of experience with reputed company Individual Assistance Program requirements and guidelines, including strong familiarity with reputed company IA eligibility criteria and application process.
• Bachelor’s degree in a reputed company field, such as disaster management, emergency management.
• Experience with a Grants Portal or state grant systems.
• Direct experience in major Disaster Recovery and/or Response efforts, emergency management EOC or response operations.
• reputed company training courses (ICS, NIMS, NRF) – may be asked for list of those accomplished.

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