Hazard Mitigation Planning Specialist

About the role

The Institute for a Disaster Resilient Texas (IDRT) at Texas A&M University seeks an experienced Hazard Mitigation Planning Specialist to lead the development of FEMA‑compliant mitigation plans and support community resilience initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, update, and coordinate FEMA‑compliant Hazard Mitigation Plans, ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local standards.
• Conduct hazard identification, vulnerability assessments, risk analyses, and integrate GIS and demographic data into planning products.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, workshops, and public engagement activities with local governments, emergency managers, and agencies.
• Apply AI, machine learning, and large language models to enhance data analysis, technical writing, and project management.
• Support proposal development, sponsor reporting, and contribute to the Institute’s research portfolio.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, emergency management, geography, environmental science, engineering, or related field.
• At least eight years of experience in hazard mitigation, resilience planning, or emergency management.
• Demonstrated experience authoring FEMA‑compliant mitigation plans and working with HMA, HMGP, BRIC, or similar programs.

Required skills

• Geographic Information System (GIS) for spatial analysis.
• Python, R, machine learning, large language models, and natural language processing.
• Use of AI tools for technical writing, data analysis, and project management.

What we offer

• Competitive salary $70,000‑$80,000 annually.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement contributions, paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.
• Professional development resources such as LinkedIn Learning, conference support, tuition assistance, and educational release time.
• Access to university amenities, cultural events, and a collaborative work environment.