Floodplain Mapping Engineering Specialist

This is a modified position, and the recruitment is open to Training and Temporary Duty Assignments.  If you are a recent Engineering Degree graduate, Engineer in Training (EIT), or Engineering Intern (EI) that does not meet all of the minimum qualifications we encourage you to apply.  We will consider hiring a candidate with lower experience or education on a Training or Temporary Duty Assignment on a case-by-case basis. 

The Floodplain Mapping Engineering Specialist is responsible for supporting the completion of new flood hazard mapping studies, leading reviews and processing of map revisions, maintaining the state’s digital floodplain products portfolio, and providing niche technical assistance to communities and stakeholders.  The position’s duties include: leading tasks supporting prioritizing, scoping, deploying, and completing multiple floodplain mapping studies following FEMA’s RiskMAP lifecycle; coordinating with DNRC and FEMA contractors; performing technical reviews of map revisions and leading the mapping change process with FEMA’s contractors; and supporting the overall needs of the program. 

This position requires an extensive knowledge and proficiency of floodplain study hydrologic and hydraulic analyses methods and modeling, GIS software and databases, and FEMA’s RiskMAP program workflow, guidance, and standards. 

The above duties of the position are not all-inclusive of the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent.

Position is open until filled.