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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for fema attorney in Virginia is $107,232.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,300.00 and $128,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fema attorney?

A FEMA Attorney is a legal professional working for or with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide legal guidance on disaster response, recovery programs, and emergency management policies. They assist in ensuring compliance with federal laws, negotiate contracts, and handle litigation related to disaster relief efforts. FEMA Attorneys may also advise on regulatory matters, grants, and environmental policies that impact disaster-affected areas. Their work helps facilitate efficient and lawful disaster response operations.

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To thrive as a FEMA Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, an active state bar license, and expertise in federal disaster relief law and administrative regulations. Experience with case management software, legal research databases such as Westlaw or LexisNexis, and FEMA's internal systems is often required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and clear written and verbal communication help attorneys effectively interpret and apply complex regulations. These competencies ensure attorneys can efficiently navigate disaster recovery processes while safeguarding compliance and advocating for stakeholders.

What does a fema attorney do?

FEMA Attorneys are regularly tasked with providing legal counsel on disaster response and recovery programs, analyzing regulations, drafting legal documents, and representing the agency in administrative hearings or negotiations. They work closely with internal teams such as policy advisors, emergency management specialists, and local partners to resolve legal issues and support program implementation. Additionally, FEMA Attorneys may be involved in training staff and ensuring regulatory compliance across various disaster relief operations. The role requires flexibility, as priorities can shift quickly during disaster events to address urgent legal challenges.

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Infographic showing various Fema Attorney job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $107,232 per year, or $51.6 per hour.

Commercial Loan Closing Specialist

HomeTrust Bank

Roanoke, VA

$55K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


HomeTrust Bank rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 170 rated banks


Job description

Job Summary

The Commercial Loan Closing Specialist assists in the preparation of loan documents associated with commercial closings and facilitates closings through the Commercial Banking Associates, Commercial Relationship Managers, and Attorneys. This position supports critical policy and procedures as well as federal and state regulations to ensure an efficient documentation practice, loan document review system, and other critical risk management activities needed to minimize credit, documentation, and operational risks in commercial lending.

Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions

  • Prepares complete and accurate loan documentation packages for new commercial loans, modifications, renewals, and extensions, and includes final closing instructions. 
  • Orders Flood Certifications, prepares UCC financing statements, reviews UCC search records, and verifies wiring instructions and funding details.
  • Reviews credit approval packages which include pricing and financial reporting requirements, and collateral and environmental due diligence requirements necessary to document the loan.
  • Reviews and verifies customer identification documents in accordance with the US Patriot Act and the due diligence policy. 
  • Ensures compliance with HMDA/CRA eligibility requirements and FEMA regulations.
  • Reviews preliminary closing documents including hazard, liability, builder’s risk, flood insurance policies, Title Commitments, Closing Protection Letters, Settlement Statements, and funding due diligence.
  • Coordinates the return of all executed document packages and necessary supporting documents to Loan Operations for booking.
  • Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive information.

Job Requirements

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent 

Required:

  • 3+ years of experience in preparing and reviewing commercial loan documents and/or paralegal experience tied to commercial loan closings required.
  • Knowledge of basic legal concepts including real estate transactions.
  • Knowledge of commercial loan products and services.
  • Well-developed written and verbal business communication.
  • Proficient administrative and organizational skills.
  • Self-motivated with attention to detail.
  • Ability to prioritize duties and work independently.
  • Ability to meet designated deadlines while remaining flexible to changing assignments.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Preferred:

  • College degree in business or related field.
  • Experience with LaserPro.

About HomeTrust Bank

HomeTrust Bank, founded in 1926, is a North Carolina chartered, community-focused financial institution committed to providing value-added community banking through online/mobile channels and multiple locations in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Learn more at www.htb.com. Apply today to take your first steps towards joining this talented population of employees within a growing organization. 

Work Environment, Physical Requirements  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  HomeTrust Bank promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace which includes reasonable accommodation of qualified applicants and employees.

  • This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Physical activity requiring reaching, sifting, lifting up to 25 lbs., finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking and hearing are required.
  • The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
  • The employee may need to move around their office to attend meetings and to access files, machinery or other job-related tools.

DISCLAIMER:  HomeTrust Bank is an evolving company.  As such this job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

HomeTrust Bank values and promotes diversity and inclusion in every aspect of our business and at every level within the company. We recruit, hire, and promote employees based on their individual ability and experience and in accordance with Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. Our policy is that we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.


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