State Public Assistance Disaster Reservist

Description STATE DISASTER RESERVIST JOB OPPORTUNITIES ARE YOU RETIRED or LOOKING FOR INTERMITTENT NON-PERMANENT WORK TO ASSIST COMMUNITIES IN DISASTER RECOVERY EFFORTS? ARE YOU SEEKING OPPORTUNITIES TO ENHANCE OR MAINTAIN YOUR EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND EXPAND YOUR NETWORK IN THE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, CIVIL ENGINEERING, OR PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FIELD? IF SO, THIS JOB OPPORTUNITY IS FOR YOU! The Washington Military Department is currently recruiting dedicated state Disaster Reservists for our Public Assistance (PA) Program to assist with disaster recovery efforts related to the Washington''s November 2021 Flooding and Mudslides (FEMA-4635-DR-WA) Presidential Disaster Declaration and future disaster declarations.This is a civilian position and does not require military service affiliation.The PA Program administers the state and federal public assistance and infrastructure program for all state disasters designated as a Presidential Declared Disaster. The PA Program enables local governments, communities, non-profit organizations, and federally-recognized tribal governments recover from the immediate and long-term impacts of disasters. The program provides state and federal funds to these agencies for the repair and restoration of damaged public facilities, as well as to reimburse the agencies for a portion of the costs associated with emergency work and debris removal due to the disaster.State Public Assistance (PA) Disaster Reservists are a group of on-call employees who are trained and ready to assist in recovery efforts. There is no set time of employment for PA Disaster Reservists. Disaster Reservists are hired as needed and released when the workload allows. When recovery operations start, State PA Disaster Reservists may work up to 6 days a week, 12 hours a day for several weeks gradually tapering to a 5 days/week - /8 hours/day work schedule for the duration of the Joint Field Office (JFO) operations. After FEMA-State JFO operations close, long term recovery operations transition to Camp Murray and staffing levels, the number of days per week, and the hours per week are reduced to meet the current demand for services. At that time, the Department has a greater flexibility in allowing individuals to work part -time as needed.The work is hard, but state PA Disaster Reservists know the rewards of helping Washingtonians during a disaster. Those best suited to do this work will be people who are retired, or choose not to work full time, or who have jobs that they can leave for months at a time.NOTE: This is not a full-time position in Emergency Management. The PA Disaster Reservist position does not include medical benefits but does include pro-rated sick leave benefits.DutiesVerifying and documenting damage to public infrastructure caused by the disaster event.Validating and assessing repair plans developed to bring facilities back to pre-disaster condition.Preparing and reviewing financial documentation recording disaster related costs.Ensuring laws regulating the environmental impacts of the repair work are followed.Ensuring laws regulating the preservation of historical structures are followed.Ensuring FEMA program requirements are followed. State PA Disaster Reservists will be assigned to one of the following positions: Civil Engineer RoadsCost Estimate Format (CEF) review and analysisPlans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviewsBid Tabulations reviewsChange Order reviewsSite visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations ChecksFinal Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency MeasuresRevetment/MSE wall/embankment repairPlans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviewsBid Tabulations reviewsChange Order reviewsSite visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations ChecksFinal Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency MeasuresBridgesCost Estimate Format (CEF) review and analysisPlans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviewsBid Tabulations reviewsChange Order reviewsScour Analysis reviewsHydraulic Analysis reviewsSite visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations ChecksFinal Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Civil Engineer FacilitiesCost Estimate Format (CEF) review and analysisPlans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviewsBid Tabulations reviewsChange Order reviewsSite visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations ChecksFinal Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency MeasuresStructuresCost Estimate Format (CEF) review and analysisPlans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviewsBid Tabulations reviewsChange Order reviewsSite visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations ChecksFinal Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Geotechnical Specialist Landslide assessment/analysisSite Stabilization assessment/analysisMaterials assessment/analysisAppeal Analysis - Peer ReviewSite visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations ChecksFinal Inspection Report (FIR) - Slide/Embankment Repair, Emergency Measures Construction Management Specialist Road Repair - project monitoringPlans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviewsBid Tabulations reviewsChange Order reviewsSite visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations ChecksFacility RepairProject monitoringPlans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviewsBid Tabulations reviewsChange Order reviewsSite visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations ChecksFinal Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Accountant Fiscal Review Public Utilities Repair: (Final Inspection Report) detailed accountingEmergency Protective Measures: (Final Inspection Report) detailed accounting Debris Removal (Final Inspection Report) detailed accountingAudit and Appeal analysis Fiscal Analyst / Insurance State Management CostsBillable Hours AccountingInsurance Reconciliation/Risk Pool Contacts and NegotiationsThere is no set time of employment for PA Disaster Reservists. Reservists are hired as needed and released when the workload allows.QualificationsDESIRED QUALIFICATIONSFive years of experience in one or a combination of the following:Engineering (civil, structural, electrical, hydraulic, geotechnical, etc.)Estimating public facility construction, repair, or replacement, such as roads, bridges, sewer systems, water systems, utility systems, etc.Construction Management (familiar with public works project and process, design, procurement, construction methods, site inspection and project closure) Accounting/Financial Management (review financial accounting records and reports, auditing experience, accounting of public funds, compliance)Auditing/Budgeting (private firms or local, state and/or federal government) Supplemental InformationCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: COVID-19 Vaccination: On August 9, 2021 Governor Jay Inslee issued Proclamation 21-14, a COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for state employees. As a result, all employees of the Washington State Military Department must be fully vaccinated by October 18, 2021 as a condition of employment. Pursuant to this mandate, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination as part of the hiring process. Candidates needing information on a medical or religious accommodation may email the assigned recruiter within the State Human Resource Office at [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] Work Schedule/Hours : When recovery operations start, state PA Disaster Reservists may work up to 6 days a week, 12 hours a day for several weeks. After the Joint Field Office (JFO) closes, staffing levels, the number of days per week, and the hours per week are reduced to meet the current demand for services. Driver''s License : Must possess a valid Washington State Enhanced driver''s license (REAL ID compliant) and be qualified to drive a state vehicle. Overtime: Willing and able to work overtime on short notice to assist in emergency operations. Workplace Conduct: Must comply with Department policies/procedures governing workplace conduct. Military Facility: Willingness to work in or around Military facilities and programs. Camp Murray is a controlled access installation. Vehicles with an adult (18 or older), possessing a registered, Real ID Act compliant ID, may enter Camp Murray through the Main Gate. The Main Gate is the designated access point for all employees (Washington Military Department and National Guard) and visitors to Camp Murray, to include those visiting recreational facilities. Back g round Investigation: Must successfully complete the appropriate background checks required for employment. Must be willing to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files. The processing of background checks can take up to six months post- employment. Failure to successfully pass a background check may be cause for termination.APPLICATION PROCESS:Individuals interested in applying for this position should select the ''Apply'' button and submit the following:A current application,Response to the Supplemental Questionnaire, andA list of three professional references. Please include two past/current supervisors, one peer and one subordinate, if applicable. For each reference, please include the following: Name, Professional Title, Working Relationship, Daytime Phone Number, and Email Address. If you have questions about the application process or this recruitment, please contact by email: [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] The Washington Military Department is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial, and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing the job announcement in an alternative format, may call the Recruitment Section of State Human Resources, at (253) 512-7380 or Telecommunications Device for the hearing impaired at (253) 512-7298.

Created: 2025-09-06