What are the responsibilities and job description for the High Water Mark Assessor position at Critical Response Strategies, LLC?
Location: Milton, FL
Employment Type: Contract
Compensation: $24/hr
Position Summary
The High Water Mark Assessor supports post-flood disaster response and recovery operations by identifying, documenting, and recording the highest observed elevation of floodwaters. This field-based role provides accurate data that supports floodplain management, recovery planning, insurance assessments, and informed rebuilding decisions.
About Critical Response Strategies
Critical Response Strategies (CRS) provides mission-critical support to government, emergency management, and community resilience operations. We support complex programs that require disciplined coordination, technical expertise, regulatory compliance, and practical solutions in fast-moving environments.
CRS Purpose
Critical Response Strategies' purpose is to bring order to complexity. Every position supports CRS's ability to deliver disciplined, professional, and mission-focused services in complex operational environments.
CRS Values
Mission First - Every role supports mission execution and recovery operations.
Integrity in Action - We earn trust through disciplined actions, honest communication, and accountability.
Respect for People & Purpose - We treat people professionally, work collaboratively, and remain focused on the communities and missions we serve.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct field surveys to identify and document high water marks on structures, trees, and other relevant surfaces.
• Accurately record the location, elevation, date, and supporting observations for each identified high water mark.
• Analyze collected information and support the development of high water mark maps, documentation, and technical reports.
• Maintain accurate field records, photographs, notes, and other required project documentation.
• Communicate findings professionally to local, state, and federal agencies, property owners, and members of the public as required.
• Coordinate with other field personnel, emergency management teams, and recovery partners to support efficient assessment operations.
• Follow all CRS, client, site, safety, and data-quality requirements throughout the assignment.
Required Qualifications
• Knowledge of surveying techniques, field measurement practices, and related equipment.
• Understanding of flood hydrology and floodplain dynamics.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, topographic data, and aerial imagery.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, consistent data collection.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather and field conditions.
• Completion of FEMA Managing Floodplain Development Through the NFIP coursework.
• Completion of FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) coursework.
• Reliable transportation suitable for daily field travel throughout the assigned area.
• Reliable cell phone service and the ability to keep a mobile device charged and operational throughout the workday.
Preferred Qualifications
• Prior experience in flood response, disaster recovery, surveying, environmental fieldwork, or a related field.
• Familiarity with GIS mapping tools and data analysis software.
Work Environment
• Work is primarily field-based and may occur in disaster-affected or recently flooded communities.
• Assignments may involve extensive driving, walking, standing, and outdoor work in heat, rain, humidity, mud, debris, or other post-disaster conditions.
• Schedules may vary based on project requirements, daylight, weather, client priorities, and operational tempo.
• Travel to assigned project locations may be required.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Critical Response Strategies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Drug-Free Workplace
Critical Response Strategies is a drug-free workplace. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screening requirements, which may include drug testing, background checks, verification of identity and work authorization, credential verification, and any other position-specific requirements. Employees are expected to comply with CRS policies, site requirements, and all applicable safety and conduct standards throughout employment.
Salary : $24