DescriptionCDR Emergency Management is seeking a highly organized and knowledgeable FEMA Grants Closeout Specialist. A successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and executing the financial and administrative closeout of FEMAfunded grants and ensuring compliance with federal guidelines particularly those related to disposition property acquired with grant funds.
Onsite preferred may be options of hybrid or remote work.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the closeout process for FEMA Public Assistance (PA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) or other FEMAfunded grants.
- Review and reconcile grant financial records documentation and expenditures in accordance with FEMA and federal grant closeout requirements.
- Coordinate with subrecipients local governments and other stakeholders to gather necessary documentation for closeout.
- Evaluate and ensure compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance) particularly in relation to equipment and property disposition.
- Develop and maintain property disposition plans inventories and records as required under federal guidelines.
- Guide subrecipients through the property disposition process including determining proper disposal methods (e.g. sale transfer retention with compensation or abandonment).
- Draft and submit required reports forms and closeout packages to FEMA and/or state grant administrators.
- Assist in audits or reviews conducted by FEMA state agencies or independent auditors.
- Maintain detailed and organized records for all closeout activities.
- Provide technical assistance and training to staff and stakeholders on closeout procedures and property disposition requirements.
Requirements - Bachelors degree in Public Administration Emergency Management Finance or a related field (Masters preferred).
- Minimum of 35 years of experience in grants management emergency management or FEMA program support.
- Direct experience with FEMA grant programs (PA HMGP etc. and federal grant closeout processes.
- Working knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200 including sections on equipment and property disposition.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook) and grant management systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with FEMAs various grant management platforms.
- Knowledge of state and local government procedures and regulations related to disaster recovery.
- Familiarity with real property management inventory tracking and federal disposition procedures.
- FEMA certification or training (e.g. IS100 IS700 or FEMA Grants Management courses).
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority