Experienced Staff Consultant – Government Services, FEMA

EisnerAmper

Staff Consultant role offering FEMA advisory support and compliance assistance for government entities. Engage in business development and oversee client deliverables in a FEMA-focused practice.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeMiami • Florida, Louisiana, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

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Hard Skills

FEMA regulations2 CFR 200financial managementcost trackingaudit readinessprogram implementationdisaster recovery programscompliance managementadministrative gap assessmentproposal development

Soft Skills

organizational skillscommunication skillsanalytical skillsability to manage competing prioritiestime managementbusiness developmentclient engagementattention to detailproblem-solvingadaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteExcelWordPowerPointAI systemsClaudeCopilotChatGPT

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)Associate Emergency Manager (AEM)Program Management Professional (PgMP)Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

disaster managementpublic policypublic administrationpublic safetycompliancefunding opportunitiesclient deliverablescost unit operationsdisaster programsregulations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AEMPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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 an approved related field is preferred
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

EisnerAmper provides assurance, advisory and outsourcing services to hundreds of governmental clients
Keeping up with ever-changing regulatory requirements
Help maintain compliance, streamline operations and maximize resources