SPIN Global is a Maryland-based public benefit corporation that exists to disrupt disasters from neighborhoods to nations. We are seeking qualified applicants to build a deployment-ready cadre, prepared to support response operations as opportunities arise. Applicants must possess a FEMA Entry on Duty (EOD).

‬‬‬Responsibilities

• Assess and restore landscapes and vegetation impacted by disasters, providing expert recommendations for recovery and sustainability.
• Develop and implement horticultural plans aligned with disaster recovery strategies.
• Collaborate with environmental planners, engineers, and other specialists to integrate horticultural best practices into broader recovery efforts.
• Prepare detailed reports, including plant assessments, site restoration plans, and progress evaluations.
• Utilize FEMA’s Grants Portal to manage and track horticultural projects and associated documentation.
• Provide expertise during FEMA site inspections to ensure horticultural needs are adequately addressed.
• Stay current with FEMA training requirements and advancements in horticultural science.

Requirements

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience in a related field and professional registration or
  • Bachelor's Degree with 10 years of experience in a related field.
• Certification:
  • Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH).
• Completion of FEMA courses preferred:
  • IS-1000: Public Assistance Program and Eligibility
  • IS-1001: The Public Assistance Delivery Model Orientation
  • IS-1002: FEMA Grants Portal - Transparency at Every Step
  • IS-1004: The FEMA Site Inspection Process
• Proficiency in horticultural tools, software, and techniques.
• Strong understanding of disaster recovery processes and environmental planning.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.
• Work onsite in North Carolina.
• EOD Required