Floodplain Management Planner

Tetra Tech - Des Moines, IA

Full-time - Entry Level

Des Moines, IA

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Tetra Tech is seeking a motivated and independent Floodplain Management Planner to join their Emergency Management Risk & Resilience team. This entry-level position focuses on community resilience, hazard mitigation, and risk assessment, with responsibilities including project management and client satisfaction. The role involves technical writing, data management, and stakeholder engagement to support FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program and related services.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates strong technical writing skills to support hazard mitigation plans and floodplain management plans.
• Experience with construction certificates such as elevation certificates.
• Review local plans, ordinances, policies, and manage large data sets.
• Delivery of the customer experience for new CRS program applications and cycle verifications.
• Research and review community recertification documents for participating CRS communities.
• Track verification steps to ensure accountability and efficient handling of community documentation.
• Identify potential clerical, compliance, FIRM, and elevation-related issues, ensuring compliance with NFIP minimum standards.
• Evaluate new credit opportunities annually to communicate with participants about potential NFIP premium discounts.
• Support CRS-specific courses, webinars, and workshops locally and nationwide.
• Support public outreach, facilitate meetings, capacity-building activities, and community engagement.
• Support program management data analysis and stakeholder communication.
• Display enthusiasm and a true commitment to personal and team growth and development.
• Manage time and client requests and resolve issues in a timely and high-quality manner.
• Interact with stakeholders and handle multiple projects nationwide.
• Possess experience with FEMA floodplain management activities and programs.
• Knowledgeable in the National Flood Insurance Program, Flood Insurance Rate Maps, and Community Rating System.
• Expertise in Microsoft 365 tools and GIS for enhanced Elevation Certificate reviews.
• Knowledge of FEMA's CRS programs and ability to manage projects with partners.
• Experience in training stakeholders and providing technical assistance in implementing credited flood protection activities.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience with relevant Professional Registration (Certified Floodplain Manager, or similar).
• Certified Floodplain Manager certification maintained or acquired within 6 months of hire.
• Experience in the National Flood Insurance Program, Community Rating System program, and local floodplain management and/or building code enforcement.
• Experience in project management, mitigation, and outreach communications in developing improved program planning processes necessary to support multi-year planning projects.

Nice-to-haves

• ICC credentials are a plus.
• Knowledge of building codes and current construction procedures/technology.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.