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# GIS - Technical Planning Specialist

- **Company:** Dewberry Engineers Incorporated
- **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $72,800.0 - $114,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Geographic Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Big Data, Disaster Recovery, Power BI, Data Analytics
- **Published:** June 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/17356024/Gis-Technical-Planning-Specialist-California-Los-Angeles

## About the Role

+ Bachelor's degree in emergency management, public administration, planning, data science, or a related field
 + Minimum of 5 years of experience in emergency management planning, preferably with FEMA or other federal deployments
 + Familiarity with FEMA's Incident Command System (ICS), planning doctrine, and disaster recovery operations
 + Experience applying the FOPM Six-Step Planning Process in real-world planning scenarios
 + Demonstrated understanding of government regulations related to emergency management and disaster recovery
 + Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and GIS platforms
 + Strong verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and stakeholder facilitation
 + Ability to work independently and collaboratively in dynamic, high-pressure environments
 + Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust clearance
Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record and ability to pass a driving record background check.

## Description

Candidates will have strong competencies and demonstrated experience in emergency management planning, federal deployments, and data analysis. Work assignments will include:
Develop, validate, and implement emergency operations plans, hazard mitigation plans, and continuity of operations plans

 * Apply FEMA's FOPM Six-Step Planning Process to guide planning deliverables and stakeholder engagement
 * Support planning task orders through coordination, documentation, and technical assistance
 * Facilitate stakeholder engagement and interagency coordination for planning efforts
 * Assist in the design and execution of exercises to test and improve plans
 * Provide surge staffing support during disaster activations and deployments
 * Integrate data analysis and geospatial analytics into planning products to support evidence-based decision making
 * Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis in emergency management policies, programs, and procedures supporting federal agencies
 * Develop and implement database management solutions utilizing big data frameworks or modeling, and data science techniques including developing and applying AI/ML approaches to analytics
 * Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations and federal guidance


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