Project Specialist (Entry Level with Master Degree) / Remote - Hybrid

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Hiring Remotely in Oregon
Remote
44K-75K Annually
Entry level
Consulting
Find work you believe in with approximately 9,000 specialized experts across 75 locations.
The Role
The Project Specialist at ICF will support clients in disaster recovery efforts by assisting with application reviews, project implementation, and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include verifying application accuracy, designing data visualizations, managing tasks, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery.
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At ICF we make BIG things happen. In this role, you will work with internal and external clients and will have the opportunity to help support the mission, business, service, and operational needs of our customers.

ICF’s Disaster Management Division works with government agencies and communities to design and implement policies and programs to recover from disasters and promote increased resilience to disasters. Our functional expertise is in program management and operations, planning and preparedness, technical assistance and training, strategic communications and outreach, compliance and monitoring, and performance measurement and evaluation. Clients include states and localities administering the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funded disaster recovery programs.

This is a full-time, entry-level position that is expected to begin immediately. The work can be fully remote from any US location or hybrid from Oregon. At this time, we are unable to provide relocation assistance for this position.

Key Responsibilities include: 

  • Support case manager or grant manager with specific assignments to support applicants during the application review or project implementation 
  • Review applications for federal assistance for disaster-impacted applicants 
  • Assist management with tasks associated with grants, reporting, financials, and other administrative tasks
  • Work as part of a team reviewing the accuracy of the data presented in written documents and systems
  • Project/task delivery and support
  • Support the design of end-to-end data visualizations/reporting solutions, from data extraction to the presentation, to address the clients’ needs
  • Interface with clients and other contractors to solicit information and communicate deadlines
  • Assist with special initiatives and research needs 
  • May assist with development of standard operating procedures, checklists, and policies.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A completed Master's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Emergency Management, Finance, Data Analytics/Visualization or related discipline

Professional Skills:

  • Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking skills, analytical ability, integrity, and ethics
  • Ability to formulate creative, strategically oriented approaches, and successful solutions to projects
  • Ability to remain calm and maintain self-control during difficult circumstances and emergencies and to respond in a professional manner in all situations.
  • Ability to manage complex tasks, meet tight deadlines, and deliver quality work products

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more here: Requesting an Accommodation for the ICF interview process.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights, the Pay Transparency Statement, or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

 

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. 

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. 


 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$43,899.00 - $74,629.00

Oregon Remote Office (OR99)

Top Skills

MS Office
The Company
HQ: Reston, VA
9,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1969

What We Do

ICF is a global advisory and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees in industries across the public and private sectors. For over 50 years, we’ve been helping clients take on some of the world’s most complex challenges to produce exceptional results. Our work is the catalyst to help shape the future for all.

Beyond our purpose-driven work, we invest in our employees and their experience with us. We have numerous options for healthcare and many additional benefits, including immediate access to 401k retirement matching and pet insurance. Our Employee Community Networks help members find support, belonging, and growth by enhancing internal networks and professional development. We offer paid volunteer time and match your donations. As learning is a never-ending journey, we offer tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, communities of practice to contribute to and grow from, and memberships to LinkedIn Learning and Coursera. We aim to consider every aspect of how to invest in people so they can belong, grow, and thrive with us.

Why Work With Us

At ICF, we are a purpose-driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect. We are not all the same. And that has always been our greatest strength. We are at our best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do th

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