FEMA is hiring locals to help Alaska recover from the Nov. 30 earthquake. Residents looking for temporary work have an opportunity to learn about the disaster recovery process.
Interested applicants can visit https://www.usajobs.gov. Search for keyword: FEMA and location: Anchorage, Alaska. Follow links for individual job requirements and application process. Residents are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
The application deadline for the five positions listed below is Monday, April 1, or sooner if more than 200 applications are received.
• Research and Writing Specialist
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/528534800
• Logistics Specialist
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/528537700
• Engineering and Architect Specialist
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/528525000
• Voluntary Agency Liaison Crew Leader
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/528521300
• Environmental Specialist
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/528532900
The application deadline for the following seven positions is Tuesday, April 2, or sooner if more than 200 applications are received.
• Historic Preservation Specialist
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/528662200
• Planning Specialist
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/528664600
• Information Technology Specialist
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/528667100
• Operations Support Specialist
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/528676200
• Public Assistance Program Delivery Manager
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/528668700
• Site Inspection Specialist
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/528677300
• Digital Communications Specialist
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/528649600
More positions may be posted on the website as disaster recovery continues. Candidates must be U.S. citizens 18 years or older. They must have a valid government identification card such as a driver’s license or military ID. Before hiring, selected candidates will be subject to a complete background investigation.
FEMA is committed to employing a highly qualified workforce that reflects the diversity of our nation. The federal government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, sexual orientation, non-disqualifying physical handicap and any other non-merit factor.
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FEMA's mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters.
Disaster recovery assistance is available without regard to race, color, religion, nationality, sex, age, disability, English proficiency or economic status. If you or someone you know has faced discrimination, call FEMA toll-free at 800-621-3362 (FEMA), voice/VP/711. Multilingual operators are available. TTY users may call 800-462-7585.
The U.S. Small Business Administration is the federal government’s primary source of money for the long-term rebuilding of disaster-damaged private property. SBA helps businesses of all sizes, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners and renters fund repairs or rebuilding efforts and cover the cost of replacing lost or disaster-damaged personal property. For more information, applicants may contact SBA’s Disaster Assistance Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955. TTY users may also call 800-877-8339. Applicants may also email DisasterCustomerService@sba.gov or visit SBA at www.SBA.gov/disaster .