FEMA and Disaster Relief Information
Learn about FEMA and disaster recovery, resources available to citizens, budget details, efforts for Hurricane Michael, STEM applications, and other agencies involved in disaster management.
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FEMA and Disaster Recovery For Nieves Frazier, MS Ed. U.S. Government, Grade 12 By Tom Vlasic, PMP CDR USNR (RET) 10/23/18
Introduce Yourself Tom Vlasic Graduated from High School in Ocean Springs, Mississippi Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, New York Master of Science in Software Engineering from National University in San Diego, CA Thank the teacher for inviting you to speak with his or her students. 28 years in the US Navy, trained as a Naval Flight Officer but one of my jobs was DSCA Watch Officer I used the training I received in the Navy to become a Planning Specialist for FEMA for a couple years where I deployed to disasters in MN and CT I still do disaster relief with FEMA but as part of a VSO, Team Rubicon I use all of my STEM training in order to help plan the best responses to disasters As a DSCA Watch Officer As a FEMA Planning Specialist As a VSO response manager I enjoy helping people, protecting their property and getting them back on their feet.
FEMA Since 1979, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been the Federal Government s lead agency in responding to and recovering from many of the Nation s greatest moments of crisis. FEMA isn t a stand-alone agency though. They work with SLTT Governments, other Federal Agencies and NGO s to train, prepare AND respond! Hurricane Harvey Just in Texas Over a dozen Federal Agencies : FEMA, USCG, USACE, EPA, DOE Over 300 NGO s: Red Cross, AmeriCorps, Team Rubicon 82 Aircraft, 75 boats, 29 cutters, 122k+ rescues, 210k pounds of hay, 25 tons of pet food!
Connect to The Topic What resources are available to citizens for disaster relief? What is one thing that surprised you about your job? What is the total budget for FEMA? What happens when an unexpected disaster occurs and more money is needed? What efforts are currently being employed for Hurricane Michael? Florida | DR-4399 Georgia | DR-4400 Alabama | EM-3407 FEMA is still active in Corpus Christi, Texas (our home), over a year after Hurricane Harvey? Extension until 25 November 2018 Expected Outcomes HMGP mission is to provide financial assistance to eligible applicants to: Prevent or reduce future losses to lives and property through the identification and funding of cost-effective mitigation measures. Minimize the costs of future disaster response and recovery. How STEM is used on a day to day basis, in order to keep the agency operations going. Numbers! Forecasting & Analysis Weather Patterns
Other Applications Disaster Preparation, Mitigation, Management and Response is not just done by FEMA US Army Corp of Engineers Architects Engineers Scientists Leadership and Management Still need STEM background Almost everything is STEM related - Internet, cell phones, wireless, 5g, AI
Q & A How much money do FEMA employees make FEMA Reservist: about $12-$25 / hour depending on experience. Most STEM rates start at $15 FEMA Employee: $35k - $100k+ What kind of team do you work on and what is your role on the team? Why did you decide to pursue this career? Did you have any role models or influencers in your life that helped make the decision? What was your academic path to getting into a STEM job or research area? What skills do new graduates need to have to pursue jobs in your area of expertise? What are some challenges you face and how do you overcome them? What options are open for you moving forward in your career with your background?
Other Activities Most FEMA information is public source: FEMA.gov Volunteer: AmeriCorps, State and Local agencies Veteran Service Organizations not just for veterans The Mission Continues - Team Red White and Blue Athletic and social gatherings Check out the Old Glory Relay! Team Rubicon disaster response
