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How much do fema disaster jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for fema disaster in Springfield, PA is $26.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.88 and $29.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a FEMA disaster?

A FEMA Disaster job involves assisting communities before, during, and after natural or man-made disasters. These roles can include emergency management, logistics, public assistance, and field inspections. Positions may be temporary or full-time and often require travel to disaster-affected areas. Employees help coordinate relief efforts, assess damage, and support recovery operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the FEMA disaster position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a FEMA Disaster role, you need strong organizational skills, knowledge of emergency management protocols, and often a relevant degree or significant experience in disaster response or public safety. Familiarity with emergency management software, incident command systems (ICS), and certifications like FEMA's NIMS/ICS trainings are commonly required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills are essential for coordinating effectively under pressure. These abilities are crucial for ensuring efficient disaster response, resource deployment, and supporting affected communities during critical incidents.

What are the typical working conditions and schedule for FEMA disaster response personnel?

FEMA disaster response personnel often work in dynamic and sometimes challenging environments, including on-site at disaster locations or emergency operation centers. Schedules can be unpredictable, frequently requiring long hours, shift work, or rapid deployment with little notice, especially during large-scale emergencies. Teamwork is a central part of the job, as you'll collaborate closely with local agencies, other federal responders, and community organizations. While the work can be demanding, it offers the unique opportunity to make a real difference for communities in crisis and can be highly rewarding for those who thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven settings.

What cities near Springfield, PA are hiring for Fema Disaster jobs?

Cities near Springfield, PA with the most Fema Disaster job openings:

Infographic showing various Fema Disaster job openings in Springfield, PA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,690 per year, or $26.3 per hour.

Government Services Experienced Staff Consultant- FEMA

Philadelphia, PA • On-site, Remote

Lindsay & Brownell
Accounting Services • 1 - 10 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

Job Description

EisnerAmper is seeking a Staff Consultant - FEMA in our Government Services Practice. This role is ideal for someone with familiarity with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funded initiatives, including the Public Assistance, Individual Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities programs and experience supporting complex programs in a compliance- or finance-related role. Candidates must have experience working with state and/or local recovery programs with knowledge of and experience with relevant FEMA regulations and policies and processes.


What Work You Will Be Responsible For:


Support clients in maintaining compliance with FEMA regulations and 2 CFR 200, including assessing audit readiness, compliance and administrative gaps.

Support clients in expediting complex closeout of multiple open disasters.

Support client financial management and accounting functions, including time and cost unit operations, and cost tracking and reconciliation.

Use knowledge and experience to help determine method of program implementation.

Ensure timely and accurate development of all client deliverables.

Actively engage in business development activities such as the identification and review of funding opportunities and development and submission of proposals.

May be required to occasionally work extended hours, or travel to/work from different firm offices and/or client locations.

Basic Qualifications:

1+ years of previous experience in state and/or local disaster recovery programs administering FEMA funds.

Knowledge of and experience with FEMA disaster programs, including related statutes, regulations, and policies and processes, and compliance and/or financial management functions.

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Public Safety, Emergency Management, Disaster Management, or a related field.

Preferred or Desired Qualifications:

Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), Associate Emergency Manager (AEM), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Project Management Professional (PMP), certifications are preferred.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.

Strong communication and analytical skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with using and building tools in AI systems such as Claude, Copilot and ChatGPT.

About our Government Sector Services Team:

EisnerAmper provides assurance, advisory and outsourcing services to hundreds of governmental clients, including federal, state, local and county/parish governmental

entities, municipalities, public retirement systems, school boards and districts and more. Because of our diverse governmental client base, our professionals understand a wide range of funding sources, operational challenges and reporting requirements.

Keeping up with ever-changing regulatory requirements, Governmental Accounting Standards Board ("GASB") pronouncements and federal grant administrative requirements can be overwhelming. Our team can help you navigate these requirements while displaying transparency with the people you serve.

EisnerAmper provides a full scope of services to large programs, including those funded for federal relief to recover from significant declared disasters (ARPA, CARES, FEMA PA/IA and HUD-CDBG/CDSG) and large federally funded infrastructure, housing and energy programs (IIJA, IRA, EPA, etc.). As strategic advisors, we provide services that help to maintain compliance, streamline operations and maximize resources so governmental entities can focus on providing citizens with the vital services they need.

About EisnerAmper:

EisnerAmper is one of the largest accounting, tax, and business advisory firms, with approximately 450 partners and 4,500 employees across the world. We combine responsiveness with a long-range perspective; to help clients meet the pressing issues they face today and position them for success tomorrow. Our clients are enterprises as diverse as sophisticated financial institutions, PE firms, start-ups, global public firms, and middle-market companies, as well as high net worth individuals, family offices, not-for-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures across a variety of industries. We are also engaged by attorneys, financial professionals, bankers, and investors who serve these clients.

EisnerAmper is proud to be a merit-based employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of veteran or disability status or any protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.

Should you need any accommodations to complete this application please email: talentacquisition@eisneramper.com

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