What is a hazard mitigation officer and how to become one

Key steps to become a hazard mitigation officer

1. Explore hazard mitigation officer education requirements

   Most common hazard mitigation officer degrees

   Bachelor's

   64.9 %

   Associate

   10.6 %

   Master's

   9.6 %

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2. Start to develop specific hazard mitigation officer skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Foreclosure	20.70%
   Emergency Operations	17.35%
   Loan Modifications	12.57%
   Technical Assistance	9.76%
   Hazardous Materials	9.44%

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3. Complete relevant hazard mitigation officer training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New hazard mitigation officers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a hazard mitigation officer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real hazard mitigation officer resumes.

4. Research hazard mitigation officer duties and responsibilities

   • Manage portfolio of GSE assets that are actively pursuing liquidation or retention options to cure default.
   • Help prepare grant application to FEMA.
   • Respond to communities with approve FEMA funding streams relate to ongoing emergency management projects.
   • Represent company in arbitration settlement negotiations that result in an agreement to obtain governmental approval for the sale of the business.

5. Prepare your hazard mitigation officer resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your hazard mitigation officer resume.

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6. Apply for hazard mitigation officer jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a hazard mitigation officer job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams