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Infrastructure Grants Unit Supervisor - 31001790
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Infrastructure Grants Unit Supervisor - 31001790
Date: Oct 23, 2025
Requisition No: 861527
Agency: Division of Emergency Management
Working Title: Infrastructure Grants Unit Supervisor
Bureau of Response – Infrastructure Section
State of Florida Division of Emergency Management
This position is located in Tallahassee, Florida.
The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) plans for and responds to both natural and man‑made disasters. These range from floods and hurricanes to incidents involving hazardous materials or nuclear power. FDEM is the liaison between federal, state, and local agencies. It prepares and implements a statewide Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, routinely conducts extensive exercises to test state and county emergency response capabilities, provides technical assistance to local governments, and conducts emergency operations training for state and local government agencies. FDEM serves as the lead agency for the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) and manages the State Watch Office (SWO). After a disaster, FDEM conducts damage assessment surveys and advises the Governor on declaring an emergency and seeking federal relief funds.
Position Overview and Responsibilities This position serves as the Infrastructure Grants Unit Supervisor within the Bureau of Response, Infrastructure Section. The individual will lead the implementation, compliance, and monitoring of grant agreements for federal and state infrastructure programs on a client and/or project level.
Provide program oversight and management of the Infrastructure Grant Unit, including all infrastructure grants, contracts, and appropriations.
Develop grant agreements and/or modifications, verify invoices and deliverables approved by Grant Managers.
Provide guidance and technical assistance to clients on policies, program benefits, and issues related to critical facility and shelter survey programs.
Maintain records and databases of state and local critical facilities and shelters.
Assist in the development of scope of work for project formulation.
Prepare strategies, proposals, and policies for grant funding and hurricane evacuation shelter operation.
Continue the implementation and utilization of FDEM’s grant management system (e.g., DEMES, a Salesforce product).
Ensure all section tasks are performed in compliance with statutes, contract deliverables, grant management standards, and federal regulations.
Monitor and control grant‑funded projects, track agreements, budget projections, expenditures, reimbursement requests, record maintenance, and compliance obligations.
Close projects upon finalization of grant life cycles in accordance with policies and procedures.
Serve as a member of the State Emergency Response Team, supporting FDEM’s disaster response and recovery efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned by bureau leadership.
Perform duties during activations of the Emergency Operations Center, work non‑traditional hours, and travel for extended periods.
Employee must be able to deploy to anywhere in Florida or the United States for up to two weeks at a time.
Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Operate desktop computer and Microsoft Office at a higher level, maintain databases, and status reports.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations, codes, and acts related to grant funding.
Understanding of building design, construction principles, and practices.
Apply federal and state program requirements in accordance with established rules and legislation.
Communicate orally and in writing, prioritize multiple tasks, and maintain an organized workspace.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Process and track refund, reimbursement, and financial activity requests.
Utilize digital grant management systems.
Provide technical assistance to industry representatives, the general public, and all levels of government.
Travel and work in the State Emergency Operations Center as required.
Minimum one year of supervisory/managerial experience.
Minimum six years of experience in contract management or a related field; post‑secondary degree may substitute experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
Valid Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) certification at the time of employment.
Special Notes The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
FDEM welcomes veterans and is committed to increasing the number of veterans in its workforce. FDEM also is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities are qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must contact the FDEM Human Resources Office at (850) 815‑4177.
Florida supports a drug‑free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with the Florida Statutes.
Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.
This federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hiring to work in the United States (E‑Verify participation).
During emergency events, employees may be required to work irregular hours, extended periods, and deploy to emergency sites with limited advance notice.
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Requisition No: 861527
Agency: Division of Emergency Management
Working Title: Infrastructure Grants Unit Supervisor
Bureau of Response – Infrastructure Section
State of Florida Division of Emergency Management
This position is located in Tallahassee, Florida.
The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) plans for and responds to both natural and man‑made disasters. These range from floods and hurricanes to incidents involving hazardous materials or nuclear power. FDEM is the liaison between federal, state, and local agencies. It prepares and implements a statewide Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, routinely conducts extensive exercises to test state and county emergency response capabilities, provides technical assistance to local governments, and conducts emergency operations training for state and local government agencies. FDEM serves as the lead agency for the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) and manages the State Watch Office (SWO). After a disaster, FDEM conducts damage assessment surveys and advises the Governor on declaring an emergency and seeking federal relief funds.
Position Overview and Responsibilities This position serves as the Infrastructure Grants Unit Supervisor within the Bureau of Response, Infrastructure Section. The individual will lead the implementation, compliance, and monitoring of grant agreements for federal and state infrastructure programs on a client and/or project level.
Provide program oversight and management of the Infrastructure Grant Unit, including all infrastructure grants, contracts, and appropriations.
Develop grant agreements and/or modifications, verify invoices and deliverables approved by Grant Managers.
Provide guidance and technical assistance to clients on policies, program benefits, and issues related to critical facility and shelter survey programs.
Maintain records and databases of state and local critical facilities and shelters.
Assist in the development of scope of work for project formulation.
Prepare strategies, proposals, and policies for grant funding and hurricane evacuation shelter operation.
Continue the implementation and utilization of FDEM’s grant management system (e.g., DEMES, a Salesforce product).
Ensure all section tasks are performed in compliance with statutes, contract deliverables, grant management standards, and federal regulations.
Monitor and control grant‑funded projects, track agreements, budget projections, expenditures, reimbursement requests, record maintenance, and compliance obligations.
Close projects upon finalization of grant life cycles in accordance with policies and procedures.
Serve as a member of the State Emergency Response Team, supporting FDEM’s disaster response and recovery efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned by bureau leadership.
Perform duties during activations of the Emergency Operations Center, work non‑traditional hours, and travel for extended periods.
Employee must be able to deploy to anywhere in Florida or the United States for up to two weeks at a time.
Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Operate desktop computer and Microsoft Office at a higher level, maintain databases, and status reports.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations, codes, and acts related to grant funding.
Understanding of building design, construction principles, and practices.
Apply federal and state program requirements in accordance with established rules and legislation.
Communicate orally and in writing, prioritize multiple tasks, and maintain an organized workspace.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Process and track refund, reimbursement, and financial activity requests.
Utilize digital grant management systems.
Provide technical assistance to industry representatives, the general public, and all levels of government.
Travel and work in the State Emergency Operations Center as required.
Minimum one year of supervisory/managerial experience.
Minimum six years of experience in contract management or a related field; post‑secondary degree may substitute experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
Valid Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) certification at the time of employment.
Special Notes The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
FDEM welcomes veterans and is committed to increasing the number of veterans in its workforce. FDEM also is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities are qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must contact the FDEM Human Resources Office at (850) 815‑4177.
Florida supports a drug‑free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with the Florida Statutes.
Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.
This federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hiring to work in the United States (E‑Verify participation).
During emergency events, employees may be required to work irregular hours, extended periods, and deploy to emergency sites with limited advance notice.
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