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Position Description

Serco is hiring Biologists to support of the Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance recovery initiatives in Zone 2 across the Midwest. The Biologists will consist of professional and non-professional personnel to provide support to state, tribal, territorial local governments, and some private non-profits. Serco strives to provide support quickly and efficiently to FEMA's mission by helping those effected by man-made and natural disasters.

This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain / maintain / transfer a FEMA EOD Badge / Public Trust Clearance.

This position is contingent upon customer requirements and / or their approval.

In this role, you will :

Conduct site inspections and ensuring that any proposed project actions comply with environmental, floodplain, and historic preservation laws, regulations, and executive orders

Conduct environmental assessments and environmental impact statements

Review and analyze professional architectural / engineering reports and designs or as-built plans

Thoroughly document analyses in writing

Develop scopes of work, including related code and standard requirements

Validate applicant-provided scopes of work, including related code and standard requirements

Develop and review cost estimates

Advise FEMA staff on the technical validity of claims presented under FEMA's arbitration process

Should arbitration hearings occur, you will testify as an expert witness on FEMA's behalf

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have :

2 years minimum of prior Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance (PA) experience

A bachelor's degree in biology (or related field) with 5 years of experience in a related field and a professional registration (Certified Wildlife Biologist - CWB or alike); OR a bachelor's degree in biology (or related field) with 10 years of experience in a related field

1-2 years of experience in biology related site inspections of large commercial construction infrastructures

1-2 years of experience in biology related site inspections in any of the following eligible types of work :

Restoration of roads, bridges, water control facilities, buildings, equipment, utilities, debris removal, schools, churches, parks, and recreation centers

The ability to obtain and maintain FEMA Public Trust

A United States citizenship

The ability to maintain FEMA specific trainings

Microsoft Office skills

The ability to deploy to any location in zone 2 with a 24-48-hour notice after task order award

Zone 2 includes Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Wisconsin, and Wyoming

The ability to go on 6-12-month deployments at a minimum

Experience and comfortability using a smart phone

The ability to work independently, in a team environment and under stressful conditions with tight deadlines

Additional desired experience and skills :

PE, PWS, CWB, NCARB or comparable

Experience managing site inspectors

Knowledge of the FEMA Public Assistance program / policy

Trained in the new Public Assistance delivery model is preferred

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If you are interested in supporting and working with our FEMA efforts, then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco's 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit : https : / / www.serco.com / na / careers / benefits-of-choosing-serco . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email : careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC / OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain / store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see ourApplicant Privacy Policy and Notice (https : / / www.serco.com / na / privacy-policy) .

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com .

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance-so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range : The range for this position can be found at the top of the posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.

Benefits HIGHLIGHTS - Comprehensible Benefits for Full-time Employees (Part-time members receive a customized package tailored to their role).

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract

401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

Tuition reimbursement program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages you can buy, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Employee Assistance Plan that includes counseling conditions

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific contract as well as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement or the Service Contract Act.

To review all Serco benefits please visit : https : / / www.serco.com / na / careers / about-us .

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. This is a U.S.-based role. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to : careers@serco-na.com .

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ID 71773

Recruiting Location : Location US-VA-Herndon

Category Engineering

Position Type Part-Time

Security Clearance Other

Clearance Details Ability to obtain and maintain DHS Public Trust

Telework No - Teleworking not available for this position

Campaign LPFEMAPAS

Salary Range / Amount $93600.00 - $208000.00