City of Savannah
Floodplain Coordinator - Development Services
City of Savannah, Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31441
Overview
This position is responsible for directing and administering the City of Savannah’s Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and Community Rating System program to ensure compliance with FEMA and NFIP regulations. Provides technical guidance on floodplain management to engineers, builders, and residents, reviews development plans for compliance, and supervises the Surveying Division. Coordinates public outreach, grant efforts, and interdepartmental floodplain activities while serving as the City's subject matter expert on floodplain and permitting matters. Responsibilities
Enforces the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and evaluates Elevation Certificates, Letters of Map Change (LOMC), and floodplain-related submittals. Coordinates CRS activity tracking, documentation, reporting, and preparation for audits and program reviews. Assists the Floodplain Manager with Community Assistance Visits (CAV), CRS assessments, and overall program compliance. Participates in post-disaster substantial damage assessments and coordinates with relevant agencies during recovery. Reviews site plans, building plans, and development proposals for compliance with the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and accepted engineering/construction practices. Prepares floodplain determination reports for properties within or near Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs). Evaluates construction activities for proper flood protection measures. Develops and presents educational materials, workshops, and technical flyers related to flood risks, smart construction practices, mitigation, and insurance awareness. Assists with public outreach initiatives to increase community understanding of floodplain requirements and preparedness. Provides specialized floodplain guidance to engineers, architects, surveyors, builders, homeowners, citizens, internal departments, and partner agencies. Explains NFIP, CRS, and local ordinance requirements to community leaders, residents, and various stakeholders. Helps maintain and update the flood protection webpage, online resources, and public information materials. Maintains floodplain records, technical data, FEMA map information, and supporting documentation used for CRS and NFIP compliance. Performs field inspections related to development in the floodplain, documenting observations and verifying adherence to approved plans and ordinance requirements. Supports hazard mitigation efforts, vulnerability assessments, and emergency response/activation as assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in floodplain management, construction management, engineering, plan review, environmental science, hydrology/water resources, GIS, or a closely related field, and three years of experience in floodplain management, plan review, construction, or a closely related area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) required, or ability to obtain within one year of hire. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history. Knowledge of NFIP regulations, FEMA floodplain mapping, CRS requirements, and local floodplain ordinances. Knowledge of engineering and construction principles and practices. Knowledge of city personnel policy. Knowledge of city ordinances and building codes. Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Knowledge of computers and other modern office equipment. Ability to read and interpret FEMA floodplain mapping and Flood Insurance surveys, site plans, construction drawings, and hydrologic/hydraulic information. Ability to prepare reports, documentation, educational materials, and floodplain determinations. Ability to work collaboratively with internal departments, outside agencies, and the public. Ability to manage multiple assignments with limited supervision. Skill in communicating technical concepts to the public and professionals. Skill in performing technical plan review and identifying noncompliance. Skill in developing short- and long-range plans. Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work. Skill in the training and supervision of personnel. Skill in the operation of computers and other modern office equipment. Skill in public and interpersonal relations. Skill in oral and written communication.
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This position is responsible for directing and administering the City of Savannah’s Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and Community Rating System program to ensure compliance with FEMA and NFIP regulations. Provides technical guidance on floodplain management to engineers, builders, and residents, reviews development plans for compliance, and supervises the Surveying Division. Coordinates public outreach, grant efforts, and interdepartmental floodplain activities while serving as the City's subject matter expert on floodplain and permitting matters. Responsibilities
Enforces the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and evaluates Elevation Certificates, Letters of Map Change (LOMC), and floodplain-related submittals. Coordinates CRS activity tracking, documentation, reporting, and preparation for audits and program reviews. Assists the Floodplain Manager with Community Assistance Visits (CAV), CRS assessments, and overall program compliance. Participates in post-disaster substantial damage assessments and coordinates with relevant agencies during recovery. Reviews site plans, building plans, and development proposals for compliance with the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and accepted engineering/construction practices. Prepares floodplain determination reports for properties within or near Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs). Evaluates construction activities for proper flood protection measures. Develops and presents educational materials, workshops, and technical flyers related to flood risks, smart construction practices, mitigation, and insurance awareness. Assists with public outreach initiatives to increase community understanding of floodplain requirements and preparedness. Provides specialized floodplain guidance to engineers, architects, surveyors, builders, homeowners, citizens, internal departments, and partner agencies. Explains NFIP, CRS, and local ordinance requirements to community leaders, residents, and various stakeholders. Helps maintain and update the flood protection webpage, online resources, and public information materials. Maintains floodplain records, technical data, FEMA map information, and supporting documentation used for CRS and NFIP compliance. Performs field inspections related to development in the floodplain, documenting observations and verifying adherence to approved plans and ordinance requirements. Supports hazard mitigation efforts, vulnerability assessments, and emergency response/activation as assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in floodplain management, construction management, engineering, plan review, environmental science, hydrology/water resources, GIS, or a closely related field, and three years of experience in floodplain management, plan review, construction, or a closely related area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) required, or ability to obtain within one year of hire. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history. Knowledge of NFIP regulations, FEMA floodplain mapping, CRS requirements, and local floodplain ordinances. Knowledge of engineering and construction principles and practices. Knowledge of city personnel policy. Knowledge of city ordinances and building codes. Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Knowledge of computers and other modern office equipment. Ability to read and interpret FEMA floodplain mapping and Flood Insurance surveys, site plans, construction drawings, and hydrologic/hydraulic information. Ability to prepare reports, documentation, educational materials, and floodplain determinations. Ability to work collaboratively with internal departments, outside agencies, and the public. Ability to manage multiple assignments with limited supervision. Skill in communicating technical concepts to the public and professionals. Skill in performing technical plan review and identifying noncompliance. Skill in developing short- and long-range plans. Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work. Skill in the training and supervision of personnel. Skill in the operation of computers and other modern office equipment. Skill in public and interpersonal relations. Skill in oral and written communication.
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