Hazard Mitigation Planning Specialist
Core
Develop FEMA-compliant hazard mitigation plans and resilience assessments for local communities and state agencies using advanced analytics and AI tools.
Role type
Senior hazard mitigation planning specialist (technical writer & analyst)
Builds
Community resilience plans, risk assessments, and technical reports for state/federal agencies
Domain
Disaster resilience, urban planning, and geospatial analysis
Required skills
Hazard mitigation planning, technical writing, stakeholder facilitation, GIS/geospatial analysis, Python/R, machine learning, natural language processing, proposal development
Preferred skills
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM), AICP, CEM, lead author experience for FEMA plans, experience with HMA/HMGP/FMA/BRIC programs
Technologies
Python, R, machine learning, large language models, natural language processing, GIS software
Responsibilities
Develop and update FEMA-compliant Hazard Mitigation Plans; conduct hazard identification, vulnerability assessments, and risk analyses; facilitate planning committee meetings and public engagement; apply AI and advanced analytical tools to planning and research; support proposal development for funding opportunities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with 8+ years experience