FEMA Seeking Applicants to Join Hurricane Fiona Recovery Team

Release Date Release Number
NR-023
Release Date:
October 12, 2022

San Juan, Puerto Rico – FEMA is hiring Puerto Rico residents to assist with disaster response and recovery efforts as temporary employees. Hiring local temporary staff allows FEMA to diversify the workforce while affording opportunities for the residents of Puerto Rico.

Jobs are available for Applicant Services Program Specialists (island-wide), Voluntary Agency Liaison Specialists (island-wide), and Information Management Managers (San Juan area) to address community recovery management needs.

Potential applicants can apply for the following positions:

  • Local Hire (Applicant Services Program Specialist) is open and posted to USAJOBS - Job Announcement. The job posting is open until October 20th, or until 100 resumes have been received. 

  • Local Hire (Voluntary Agency Liaison Specialist) is open and posted to USAJOBS - Job Announcement. The job posting is open until October 21st, or until 100 resumes have been received.

  • Local Hire (Information Management Reports & Planning Manager) is open and posted to USAJOBS - Job Announcement. The job posting is open until October 14th, or until 100 resumes have been received.

FEMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Salaries are comparable to local pay rates.

Most temporary local hires are employed through a streamlined hiring process. A local hire’s term of employment is 120 days, though it may be extended in 120-day increments. Visit the link above for additional information, including job responsibilities and compensation.

Conditions of Employment:

  • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.

  • You must successfully pass a background investigation.

  • Selective Service registration is required for males born after Dec. 31, 1959.

To see other FEMA career postings, visit fema.gov/careers

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