Position Description
Serco is Hiring Appraisers with commercial experience to support the Federal Emergency Management AgencyPublic Assistance recovery initiatives in Zone 2 across the Midwest. This position will consist of professional and non-professional personnel to provide support to state, tribal, territorial local governments, and some private non-profits.Serco strives to providesupport quickly and efficiently to FEMA's mission byhelping those effected by man-made and natural disasters.These positions are deployment based and must be willing and able to deploy anywhere in Zone 2.
This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain/maintain/transfer a DHS Clearance.
This position is contingent upon customer requirements and/or their approval.
In this role, you will:
Develop cost estimates for infrastructure projects
Evaluate applicant-provided cost claims for reasonableness
Review information provided and identifying additional information needed
Research, review, and update equipment rates used in reimbursing applicants for the use of applicantowned equipment while performing eligible work
Develop and validate the Scope of Work (SOW), Cost Estimate for to-be-completed work based onSite Inspection Reports (SIR) and provided Damage Descriptions and Dimensions (DDD)
Enter projects into the Grants Manager (GM) system and ensuring the developed DDD, SOW, and costare consistent with each other and adequately supported by source documentation.
Utilize standard sampling methodology to verify projects.
Document the requirements necessary to complete the project in a Request for Information (RFI) whileworking with the PDMG and the Task Force Lead to resolve outstanding requests
Perform peer reviews of projects formulated by other team members
Verify legal descriptions in public records
Inspect new, existing, and damaged property, to include all parts of the structures taking into considerationcondition, design, construction, and land value
Photograph interior and exterior and all areas of the property
Use comparable and other means to determine value
Prepare detailed appraisal reports and presenting them to PA and FEMA
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will have:
A minimum of 5 years of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance (PA) experience.
1-2 years of experience in providing appraisal services of large commercial infrastructures
1-2 years of experience in providing appraisal services in any of the following types of work:
Restoration of Roads, Bridges, Water control Facilities, Buildings, Equipment, Utilities, Debris Removal, Schools, Churches, Parks, and recreation centers.
The ability to obtain and maintain FEMA Public Trust.
A United States Citizenship
The ability to maintain FEMA specific trainings
Strong Microsoft Office Skills,excellent written and oral communication skills.
The ability to deploy to any location in zone 2 with a 24-48-hour notice after Task Order Award.
Zone 2 includes Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
The ability to go on 6-12-month deployments at a minimum.
Comfortability and experience using a Smart Phone
The ability to work independently, in a team environment and under stressful conditions with tight deadlines.
Additional desired experience and skills:
Bachelor's degree or higher
FEMA Public Assistance experience preferred
Knowledge of the FEMA Public Assistance Program/Policy
Trained in the new Public Assistance delivery model is preferred
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Company Overview
Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state and local governments, and commercial clients. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Serco Americas has over 9,000 employees and is part of a $4 billion global business that helps transform government and public services around the world. At Serco, our employees are our most valuable asset - we listen, respect and support them throughout their career at Serco. We invite you to become part of our dynamic team. Serco is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying our workforce (Race/ Color/ Sex/ Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/ Religion/ National Origin/ Disability/ Vets).
To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco .
If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.
Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com .
COVID-19 Regulations: Serco complies with all applicable COVID-19 requirements. This may require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, provide attestations regarding vaccination status and/or COVID-19 testing, or satisfy other conditions of employment that Serco deems appropriate, and employees may be required to show proof of vaccination and/or negative COVID-19 test results as a condition of employment (except in limited circumstances where an employee is legally entitled to an accommodation).
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ID 50619
Recruiting Location : Location US-LA-Lake Charles
Category Engineering
Position Type Part-Time
Security Clearance Other
Clearance Details Ability to obtain and maintain DHS Public Trust
Telework No - Teleworking not available for this position
