Emergency Management Consultant, Strategy and Analytics

Guidehouse

. Facilitate relationship-building between federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial governments and key business and industry stakeholders within FEMA Region 5 .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $89,000 - $148,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in emergency disaster management, utilizing GIS services like ArcGIS for analysis and communication between government and industry stakeholders. Proficient in fostering collaboration and resilience in regional economic operations during emergencies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Emergency Disaster Management ExperienceGeographic Information System (GIS) ProficiencyFEMA or DHS FamiliarityPublic Affairs and Strategic CommunicationsBachelor's Degree

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Hard Skills

Emergency ManagementGIS AnalysisSupply Chain AnalysisEconomic Impact AssessmentOperational Information DistributionDisaster Recovery Framework FamiliarityNational Response Framework FamiliarityBest Practices DocumentationCollaboration DevelopmentCrisis Communication

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCollaborationCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingCommunity Engagement

Tools & Technologies

ArcGISMicrosoft Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Federal or DHS Public Trust

Industry Keywords

FEMA Region 5Emergency Management OperationsPrivate Sector IntegrationEconomic ResilienceStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Facilitate relationship-building between federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial governments and key business and industry stakeholders within FEMA Region 5
Encourage collaboration and mutual support among government, business, and industry stakeholders
Facilitate information-sharing during emergency declarations regarding major businesses and local utilities
Distribute operational information and identify resolutions supporting economic resilience during emergency management operations
Utilize GIS services such as ArcGIS to analyze and present supply chain, business, and economic impacts, trends, and predictions
Develop and implement collaborative actions with business and industry stakeholders and local economies impacted by disasters
Facilitate inclusion of business and industry partners in regional emergency management planning, training, and exercise activities
Serve as a conduit of communication and coordination between the federal government and local or regional business and industry entities
Engage and integrate with regional business and industry partners to understand context, capability, and capacity
Assess, build, and improve regional federal emergency management, business, and industry integration processes
Contribute to development and expansion of federal business and industry coordination roles across the nation
Document best practices to support standard operating procedures
Understand national supply chain dynamics resulting from disasters

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DHS Public Trust; candidates must obtain approved adjudication prior to onboarding
Bachelor's degree
Six (6) years of experience in or applicable to the emergency disaster management field
Experience using Geographic Information System (GIS) services such as ArcGIS to analyze and present supply chain, business, and economic impacts, trends, and predictions
Direct experience or familiarity with FEMA or DHS
Familiarity with the National Response Framework (NRF) and National Disaster Recovery Framework (NDRF)
Work on-site at the FEMA Region 5 office in Chicago, IL
Familiarity with how private sector and industry integrates with the federal government
Experience with public affairs, community affairs, and strategic communications
Strong written and oral communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications
Candidates with an active Public Trust or suitability are preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Flexible benefits package
Up to 10% travel allowance