Emergency Management Specialist (Preparedness)

About the opportunity

This position is located in FEMA Region 3, National Preparedness Division, based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate will possess strong written and oral communication skills, excellent time-management, organizational and analytical skills, a self-starter and self-sufficient innovative work ethic, and knowledge of Preparedness Programs. Selected individuals will serve as Emergency Management Specialists, providing advice and recommendations regarding program planning and funding management issues, interpreting broad policy and program directives, and performing emergency management work including managing, coordinating, and executing Federal emergency all-hazards preparedness activities, identifying and assessing risk, and estimating capabilities needed to address those risks. All FEMA employees have regular and recurring emergency management responsibilities, are subject to recall around the clock, and may be required to deploy to emergency sites with austere conditions.

Salary and benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance
• Retirement plan and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program, personal leave days, and paid federal holidays
• Flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, and transportation subsidies
• Health and wellness programs and fitness centers
• Incentives may be offered depending on funding availability and qualifications

Who can apply?

• Must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position
• Must possess one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal government, state or local government, or private sector
• Specialized experience must include conducting budgetary planning as it relates to programs and projects; providing advice and recommendations to senior officials/leadership on complex issues; and preparing written reports, instructions, and briefings
• Must successfully pass and maintain a background investigation for Public Trust – Moderate
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card
• Selective Service registration required if applicable
• Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band)
• Must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories

Required documents

• Resume (limited to no more than two pages; no photos or PII)
• Responses to the online job questionnaire
• Standard Form 50 (SF-50) demonstrating competitive status eligibility, current/highest grade level, career tenure, or time-in-grade requirements
• Notice of DRRA Eligibility (if applying as a current or former FEMA Stafford Act employee eligible under the Disaster Recovery Reform Act)
• Member Copy 4 of DD-214 and/or service-connected disability documentation (if applying as a veteran)
• Agency Notice, most recent performance rating, and most recent SF-50 (if claiming special priority selection rights under CTAP)

When to apply

• Date Posted: 2026-09-02
• Application Close Date: 2026-09-08 at 11:59 PM (ET)

How to apply

• Click the Apply Online button on USAJOBS
• Answer the questions presented in the online job questionnaire and attach all necessary supporting documentation
• Submit your complete application package prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date
• Complete the required USA Hire Assessments within the deadline provided via the access link and email notification
• Attend any required interviews if contacted by the hiring agency

Additional information

• Announcement Number: FEMA-SC-13047588-IMP
• Control Number: 882360700
• Pay Plan and Series: GS (General Schedule)
• Grade Level: GS-13
• Salary Range: $117,284 – $152,471 per year
• A one-year probationary period is required for new Federal competitive service employees and new supervisors and managers
• This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position