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Hagerty Consulting Inc

NY · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

Candidates for the FEMA Comprehensive Disaster Recovery Project Manager position will be considered for our internal Recovery Cadre pipeline. Individuals we have added to this internal Recovery Cadre ...

Hagerty Consulting Inc

$115K - $150K/yr

Candidates for the FEMA Comprehensive Disaster Recovery Project Manager position will be considered for our internal Recovery Cadre pipeline. Individuals we have added to this internal Recovery Cadre ...

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A FEMA Disaster Recovery job involves assisting communities and individuals affected by natural disasters by providing aid, resources, and logistical support. Employees in these roles work on-site or remotely to ensure disaster survivors receive necessary assistance, including housing, financial aid, and rebuilding efforts. Positions vary from administrative support to field inspections and technical roles, all aimed at helping communities recover and become more resilient.

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To thrive in a FEMA Disaster Recovery role, you need a strong background in emergency management, project coordination, and knowledge of disaster recovery protocols, often supported by relevant degrees or certifications like the Certified Emergency Manager (CEM). Familiarity with incident management systems, federal emergency relief programs, and software like WebEOC or GIS mapping tools is frequently required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills help you coordinate with diverse stakeholders and support impacted communities effectively. These abilities are crucial for efficiently mobilizing resources and ensuring timely, organized disaster response and recovery efforts.

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FEMA Disaster Recovery professionals often work in dynamic and sometimes unpredictable environments, including both office settings and on-site field locations at disaster areas. Schedules may vary, especially during active disaster response phases, and can involve irregular hours, overtime, or extended deployments to affected regions. Teamwork is essential, as these professionals collaborate closely with local, state, and federal agencies, as well as community organizations, to assess damage and coordinate recovery efforts. If you value meaningful, hands-on work and can adapt to changing situations, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference for communities in crisis.

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Infographic showing various Fema Disaster Recovery job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,378 per year, or $41.5 per hour.

FEMA Project Laborer - Temporary Assignment

Baltimore, MD • On-site

Workbridge LLC
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$20/hr

Temporary, Per diem

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

FEMA General Labor Associate

Location: FEMA Project Site - Mt. Weather, VA (Travel Required)
Employment Type: Temporary
Classification: Non-Exempt, Hourly

About the Role

We're recruiting dependable and safety-conscious team members for a temporary FEMA disaster recovery project in partnership with IronShore Contracting. This project supports roofing crews performing recovery and restoration work following disaster-related events. Employees selected for this assignment will play an important role in supporting field operations through general labor duties and project assistance.

Important: This job is located in Mt. Weather, Virginia and will require travel.

Position Overview

As a FEMA General Labor Associate, you'll support roofing crews and project operations by performing general labor tasks, organizing materials, maintaining clean worksites, and assisting with day-to-day field activities. This assignment requires employees who are dependable, adaptable, and able to work safely in a dynamic outdoor environment.

Selected employees must complete FEMA site access paperwork and successfully pass all required background screening and clearance requirements before being approved to begin work. The clearance process may take approximately two weeks.

Schedule

  • Weather-dependent, temporary assignment
  • Typically operates Monday through Friday
  • Employees generally travel to the project location on Monday, remain onsite during the workweek, and return home on Friday
  • Actual workdays, hours, and schedules may vary based on project needs and weather conditions

Pay amp; Per Diem

  • Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
  • Per Diem: $35.00 per day for approved overnight stays

What's Offered

  • Competitive hourly pay
  • Per diem for eligible overnight travel
  • Hotel accommodations provided near the project site
  • Transportation assistance may be available
  • Opportunity to support an important FEMA disaster recovery initiative
  • Temporary project assignment through approximately September 2026, subject to project needs

Key Responsibilities

  • Remove trash, debris, and materials from work areas
  • Move, stage, and organize materials for roofing crews
  • Assist with general labor duties as assigned
  • Support project operations and field activities
  • Follow all FEMA, customer, and project safety requirements
  • Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
  • Comply with all project security, access, and site procedures
  • Work cooperatively with supervisors, crew members, and project staff

Qualifications

Required:

  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Ability to successfully complete FEMA site access paperwork
  • Ability to pass all required background screening and site clearance requirements
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • Strong dependability and attendance record
  • Ability to follow directions and safety procedures
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and move materials, with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Willingness to travel and stay near the project site during the workweek as required

Preferred:

  • Previous construction, roofing, warehouse, landscaping, or general labor experience
  • Experience working on disaster recovery or temporary project assignment

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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