Program Support
Policy Advisory
Hurricane Harvey | Texas
To be eligible for federal disaster recovery funding, projects must qualify based on specific statutes, regulations, and policies. As a member of FEMA’s Policy Team, identifying compliance issues and solutions requires program knowledge and the ability to communicate complex matters with all stakeholders. My experience of writing federal grants in excess of a billion dollars has been instrumental in developing a deep understanding of the requirements associated with various government programs. Our ability to document FEMA’s funding authorities is the key to maximizing federal aid without jeopardizing funding during post-award audits. Working with disaster survivors to complete their construction projects and aiding in the recovery effort is the most rewarding part of this work.