FEMA Financial Specialist Keisha Greene Resume

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Keisha J. Greene
8 Oak St. Unit 2 ♦ Bayonne, NJ. 07002 ♦ (321) 310-5102 ♦ keishajgreene@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Highly innovative, proactive and results-oriented professional; with an outstanding ability to provide
detailed assistance while working in partnership with others to fulfill obligations. Experienced in
interpretation and application of accounting principles, concepts and practices in the execution of
financial accounting for the purpose of validating/auditing and reporting. Proven track record for
developing and implementing effective processes, meeting targets, exceeding goals and providing
excellent customer service. Excellent skills in research, data collection and analysis, and problem
solving; thorough and detail oriented. Outstanding communicator, skilled in working effectively with
individuals of all organizational levels to achieve desired results.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
 Financial Management Specialist supporting Region II disaster relief funding including 16 disasters with
OPEX of 2+ billion annually.
 I served as a Disaster Assistance Employee, deployed to seventeen declared disasters with specialized
experience in Debris Management, Technical Support and Management of others in response and
recovery. I have direct knowledge of the Stafford Act, FEMA policies and procedures.
 Self-starter, able to communicate both written and orally, work independently or as a valued team leader.
 Experienced Public Assistance Project Office with a proven ability to manage projects and complete task
as assigned.
 Served as a Closeout Specialist specializing in disaster and recovery assistance
 Experienced Resource Coordinator with a proven ability to manage projects, disseminate information and
ideas while completing task as assigned.
AREA OF EXPERTISE
FEMA Project Officer Case Management FEMA PA Planning Specialist
FEMA Debris Specialist Account Receivable Customer Service
FEMA PA Crew Leader Trainer Commissioned Fl. Notary
Community Assoc. Mgr. IS 100,200,700,800 Microsoft Office
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
Federal Emergency Management Agency
New York, NY.
January 2015 – Present
Full Time – 40 Hours
Financial Management Specialist – Spend Plan Analyst: My functions includes the support, development and
maintenance of the disaster spend plans for all open Region II Joint Field Offices, I assume the lead for all disaster
spend-plans once the Joint Field Office are closed and the requirement are then returned to the Regional Office. I
serve as the advisor to the Regional Administrator, Deputy Regional Administrator, FCO, and Division Directors
on issues relating primarily to the reconciliation of the budgeting processing of all Disaster Funds. I prepare
detailed calculations, statistical and narrative justifications and other pertinent data and documents which support
budget/spend-plan development. I assist in the monthly reconciliation of the financial reports and assist when
discrepancies are found. I coordinate and facilitate all Regional and OCFO Spend Plan Meetings. I participate in
all Region II RRCC and IMAT Activation and/or Training. I review, edits, and consolidates disaster spend plan

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for a number of joint field offices and program to ensure that program requirements are met. I am responsible for
the narrative and justification of projected funds and I ensure that the data in the request are accurately documented
using a wide variety of subsystems along with various forms, schedules and reports. I provide Analysis and
forecasts for JFOs on their demands for goods and services which predicts the changes in nature, type and cost of
goods and services provided to conduct the mission. I am responsible for monitoring the execution of the budget I
am responsible for monitoring and execution of all relevant types of disaster related funding. I am responsible for
ensuring that all available funds are being properly and effectively used in support of all programs objectivity.
Performing research, evaluations, studies, and analyses; I was responsible for Identifying significant audit and
review findings, trends, and patterns; I researched and reviewed pertinent federal laws and the Office of Inspector
General decisions; and, I identified legislative, regulatory, and procedural requirements applicable to Federal
programs, activities, and its functions.
Disasters, Strategies, & Ideas Group, LLC
Tallahassee, Florida
May 2014 – December 2014
State Applicant Technical Specialist/Public Assistance Coordinator: Support for the State of Florida Division of
Emergency Management. Manage and coordinate individual components for the organizations required for rapid
federal response to major disasters and emergencies under the provisions of the Stafford Acts. Schedule and
participate in damage assessments establishing field offices and other operational elements of the disaster. Prepare
project worksheets, update Case Management File (CMF) in Emergency Management Integrated Environment
(EMMIE). Enter project worksheets and supporting documentation in EMMIE, Manage utilization of the Public
Assistance Pocket Field Guide. Plan with Project Specialist to conduct site inspections to identify opportunities for
406 hazard mitigation. Oversee benefit cost analysis on 406 hazard mitigation proposals submitted with project
worksheets. Prepared correspondence on insurance issues, eligibility determinations and cost estimate for
compliance with environmental and various special considerations. Coordinated with the State, Tribal Nations and
Territory on applicable local law and regulations,
Adjuster’s International
New York, New York
May 2013 – May 2014
State Applicant Technical Specialist/Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC): Support for the State New
York Emergency Management Operations. Prepared a wide variety of complex written documents related to
response and recover disaster grant assistance. Reviewed submitted projects worksheets for accuracy and
completions. Worked with Management staff to ensure compliance based on Disaster Specific Guidance’s and
Federal Regulations. Used knowledge, understanding and application of Stafford Act, Code of Federal Regulation
(CFR), policies and/or digests that define approval processes to administer closeout activities; communicate to
applicants, and enforce compliance of the policies and procedures of 44 CFR, Public Assistance Guide, Public
Assistance Policy Digest, Disaster Assistance Policy (DAP) – 9500 Series Policy Publications, Debris Management
Guide and Disaster Specific Guidance. Coordinated revisions and corrections of projects. Monitored progress of
all submitted work. Complied reports documenting progression of work throughout disaster.
Project Officer: Provided advice and guidance to Public Assistance applicants concerning the full range of grants,
agreements, disaster assistance determinations, and other programs administered by the Joint Field Office. Advised

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management and staff on all matters concerning grants and cooperative agreements with Federal, State, and local
(non-federal) agencies, memoranda of understanding, and relevant laws and regulations. Implemented
program recommendations which were feasible for disaster closeout operations and assisted with establishing long-
range closeout objectives for New York State program staff. Participated in negotiations with States and
Sub-grantees in order to resolve remaining issues associated with specific disaster operations. Provided
authoritative advice on all matters of importance or those having far-reaching consequences relative to project
formulation and closeout activities. Provided technical assistance for the closeout activities for disaster-related
projects. Served as the primary point of contact for project formulation activities for all open disaster in the assigned
areas. Reviewed, analyzed, and interpreted guidance in the assigned program areas. Participated in meetings with
disaster assistance applicants/grantees and sub-grantees to address and resolve project issues and offer guidance in
a timely matter. Provided technical assistance to Federal officials, project applicants, and sub-grantees regarding
initial request for obligated funding. Served as the focal point for problem solving and offer recommendation
based on the policy and procedures of the Public Assistance Program. Maintained lines of communication with
appropriate State and local officials, Regional staff, Long-Term Recovery Office staff and FEMA Headquarters
personnel.
CDM Smith
Lincroft, New Jersey
December 2012 – March 2013
Technical Assistance Coordinator/ Debris Specialist: In support of Hurricane Sandy DR-4086-NJ. I Analyzed
and interpreted applicable federal accounting and agency laws, regulations, standards, policies and procedures
specific to Debris Removal Operations during the course of recovery. Assisted with implementation of protocol
for compliance with all applicable agencies. In the course of validating/auditing applicants’ public assistance grant
requests, examine documents, records, accounting reports and processes, and other relevant information to ensure
conformance with accepted accounting principles, operating procedures, laws and regulations. Used knowledge,
understanding and application of Stafford Act, Code of Federal Regulation (CFR), policies and/or digests that define
approval processes to administer obligation activities; communicate to applicants, and enforce compliance of the
policies and procedures of 44 CFR, Public Assistance Guide, Public Assistance Policy Digest, Disaster Assistance
Policy (DAP) – 9500 Series Policy Publications, Debris Management Guide and Disaster Specific Guidance;
includes ensuring compliance with environmental and historic preservation requirements. Continuously evaluate
and monitor impact of changes to laws, regulations, policies, standards or procedures and ensure compliance with
the goal of project obligation.
New York, NY.
September 2010 – March 2012
Public Assistance Crew Leader: Prepared project worksheets, updated Case Management File (CMF) in
Emergency Management Integrated Environment (EMMIE). Entered project worksheets and supporting
documentation in EMMIE, ensured utilization of Public Assistance Dashboard, ensured utilization of the Public
Assistance Pocket Field Guide. Coordinated with Project Specialist to conduct site inspections to identify
opportunities for 406 hazard mitigation. Conducted benefit cost analysis on 406 hazard mitigation proposals
submitted with project worksheets. Recommend the reduction of PW costs based on the National Flood Insurance

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Program (NFIP), Recommend the type and amount of insurance the applicant will be required to purchase as a
condition of the grant. Prepared correspondence on insurance issues, eligibility determinations and cost estimate
for compliance with environmental and historic preservation requirement. Performed specialized duties as a
Estimating Specialist, Provided technical assistance to Project Specialist relating to building costs, Conducted
architectural and engineering studies and analyses, Coordinated with the PA Project Specialist and
Environmental Historic Preservation (EHP) Specialist to conduct site inspections to identify environmental and
historic preservation site conditions, Recommended to the Task Force Leader and/or Technical Specialist eligibility
determinations and cost estimate for compliance with environmental and historic preservation
requirements, Coordinated with the State, Tribal Nations and Territory on applicable local law and regulations,
Coordinated with ESF 14 Long Term Recovery on PA issues, Developed operating procedures, best methods, and
job aids as directed, Mentor staff on program related issues, Taught/Mentored use of FEMA technology tools and
systems, Provided program advice and guidance in multiple disaster events and documented in writing all
significant decisions and facts relative to special considerations.
Debris Specialist: Analyzed and interpreted applicable federal accounting and agency laws, regulations, standards,
policies and procedures specific to Debris Removal Operations during the course of recovery. Assisted with
implementation of protocol for compliance with all applicable agencies. In the course of validating/auditing
applicants’ public assistance grant requests, examine documents, records, accounting reports and processes, and
other relevant information to ensure conformance with accepted accounting principles, operating procedures, laws
and regulations. Used knowledge, understanding and application of Stafford Act, Code of Federal Regulation
(CFR), policies and/or digests that define approval processes to administer obligation activities; communicate to
applicants, and enforce compliance of the policies and procedures of 44 CFR, Public Assistance Guide, Public
Assistance Policy Digest, Disaster Assistance Policy (DAP) – 9500 Series Policy Publications, Debris Management
Guide and Disaster Specific Guidance; includes ensuring compliance with environmental and historic preservation
requirements. Continuously evaluate and monitor impact of changes to laws, regulations, policies, standards or
procedures and ensure compliance with the goal of project obligation.
Technical Specialist/Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC): Prepared a wide variety of complex written
documents related to response and recover disaster grant assistance. Reviewed submitted projects worksheets for
accuracy and completions. Worked with Management staff to ensure compliance based on Disaster Specific
Guidance’s and Federal Regulations. Used knowledge, understanding and application of Stafford Act, Code of
Federal Regulation (CFR), policies and/or digests that define approval processes to administer closeout activities;
communicate to applicants, and enforce compliance of the policies and procedures of 44 CFR, Public Assistance
Guide, Public Assistance Policy Digest, Disaster Assistance Policy (DAP) – 9500 Series Policy Publications, Debris
Management Guide and Disaster Specific Guidance. Coordinated revisions and corrections of projects. Monitored
progress of all submitted work. Complied reports documenting progression of work throughout disaster. I was
responsible for Identifying significant audit and review findings, trends, and patterns; I researched and reviewed
pertinent federal laws and the Office of Inspector General decisions; and, I identified legislative, regulatory, and
procedural requirements applicable to Federal programs, activities, and its functions.

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Keisha J. Greene
Orlando, Florida
May 2006 – September 2010
Closeout Specialist: I provided advice and guidance to Public Assistance applicants concerning the full range of
grants, agreements, disaster assistance determinations, and other programs administered by the Long-Term
Recovery Office. I advised management and staff on all matters concerning grants and cooperative agreements
with Federal, State, and local (non-federal) agencies, memoranda of understanding, and relevant laws and
regulations. I implemented disaster closeout operations and establish long-range closeout objectives for Florida
Long-Term Recovery program staff. I provided authoritative advice on all matters of importance or those having
far-reaching consequences relative to closeout activities. I reviewed committed disaster funds, including
authorizations, tracking, and management of funds. I reconciled and balanced funds, responded to questions
regarding to discrepancies, and reviewed expenditures and obligation reports, making recommendations to
disaster financial teams. I served as the primary point of contact for disaster closeout activities for all open disaster
in my assigned areas. I reviewed and researched all documents and closeout contracts. I performed special projects,
make recommendations and wrote financial closeout reports and referrals. I reviewed, analyzed, and interpreted
guidance in my assigned program areas. I evaluated the performance of programs as they related
to the closeout process, particularly regarding sensitive matters. I recommend how programs, policies, and
practices could be improved. I met with disaster assistance applicants/grantees and sub-grantees to address and
resolve project issues. I provided technical assistance to State officials, project applicants, and sub-grantees
regarding closeout. I maintained lines of communication with appropriate State and local officials, Regional staff,
Long-Term Recovery Office staff and FEMA Headquarters personnel. I utilized the National Emergency Incident
Management System (NEIMS) computer database to document, researched, amended, and prepared Public
Assistance applicants documentation and Project Worksheets. I made recommendations which were utilized to
provide financial assistance to the State and local government for the repair, restoration, reconstruction, or
replacement of public facilities which was damaged or destroyed by a major disaster and for associated expenses
incurred by such government; and/or to individuals who own or operate a private, nonprofit facility damaged or
destroyed by a major disaster for the repair, restoration, reconstruction, or replacement of the facility and for
associated expenses incurred by the individual. I conducted research and identify complex Public Assistance
program issues and problems, while making recommendations which resulted in the implementation of resolutions
which created improvements. I made recommendations for improvements to senior staff. I participated in meetings
representing the Public Assistance Program on various issues and worked along with my various counterparts to
resolve conflicts and implemented negotiations with key federal, state, and local officials on controversial issues
with the intent to gain acceptance of recommendations or program issues. I used knowledge of generally accepted
Accounting principles and practices including accrual, obligation and cost methods, and auditing standards and
procedures, to conduct financial audits and Federal compliance to the various aspects of the Public Assistance
Program however I specialized in Debris Removal Operations. I helped Applicants and Shareholder’s establish
goals, timetables and procedures to expedite grant approval and closeout activities while supporting the agency
goals. I was responsible for Identifying significant audit and review findings, trends, and patterns; I researched and
reviewed pertinent federal laws and the Office of Inspector General decisions; and, I identified legislative,
regulatory, and procedural requirements applicable to Federal programs, activities, and its functions.

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Keisha J. Greene
Orlando, Florida
October 2005 – May 2006
Project Officer: Was assigned to the Long-term Recovery Office, Infrastructure Section, and Public Assistance
Department to assist and train with the Debris Specialists, performed the following duties: Provided advice and
guidance to Public Assistance applicants concerning the full range of grants, agreements, disaster assistance
determinations, and other programs administered by the Long-Term Recovery Office. Advised management and
staff on all matters concerning grants and cooperative agreements with Federal, State, and local (non-federal)
agencies, memoranda of understanding, and relevant laws and regulations. Implemented disaster closeout
operations and assisted with establishing long-range closeout objectives for Florida Long-Term Recovery program
staff. Participated in negotiations with States and sub-grantees in order to resolve remaining issues associated with
specific disaster operations. Provided authoritative advice on all matters of importance or those having far-reaching
consequences relative to closeout activities. Provided technical assistance for the closeout activities for disaster-
related projects. Served as the primary point of contact for disaster closeout activities for all open disaster in the
assigned areas. Reviewed, analyzed, and interpreted guidance in the assigned program areas. Participated in
meetings with disaster assistance applicants/grantees and sub-grantees to address and resolve project issues and
offer guidance in a timely matter. Provided technical assistance to State officials, project applicants, and sub-
grantees regarding initial request for obligated funding. Served as the focal point for problem solving and offer
recommendation based on the policy and procedures of the Public Assistance Program. Maintained lines of
communication with appropriate State and local officials, Regional staff, Long-Term Recovery Office staff and
FEMA Headquarters personnel. I was responsible for Identifying significant audit and review findings, trends,
and patterns; I researched and reviewed pertinent federal laws and the Office of Inspector General decisions; and,
I identified legislative, regulatory, and procedural requirements applicable to Federal programs, activities, and its
functions.
Orlando, Florida
September 2005 – October 2005
Closeout Assistant: I assisted with the reconciliation of projects which are managed by State, Local, Tribunal and
some Not-For Profit entities affected by the natural disasters of 2004. I worked closely with specialist to assess the
needs of these applicants to ensure a timely and accurate closure to any outstanding issues. I assisted State
representatives with imputing documents within its proprietary system which allowed applicants to seek
reimbursement of federal funds.
EDUCATION
Valencia Community College; Orlando, Fl. Florida Real Estate Learning Center; Orlando, Fl.
Business Administration Sales Associate
45 hours Confirmed

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University of Central Florida; Orlando, Fl. Maynard Evans High School
Certified Internet Webmaster Diploma
Certificate of Completion Received
JOB RELATED TRAINING
Emergency Management Institute Courses:
 IS-7 – A Citizen’s Guide to Disaster Assistance
 IS-18 – Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for Employees
 IS – 20 Diversity Awareness
 IS – 21 Civil Rights
 IS-33.10 – FEMA Initial Ethics Orientation 2010
 IS – 35 Safety Orientation
 IS-100 - Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS-100)
 IS – 100b Intro To ICS
 IS-101 – Deployment Basics Federal Disaster Workforce Readiness
 IS – 106 Workplace Violence Awareness
 IS-102 Deployment basics for FEMA Response Partners
 IS- 106 Workplace Violence Awareness
 IS-200 - Incident Command System, Basic, IS-200, for Federal Disaster Workers
 IS – 200 b Single Resource ICS
 IS-230 – Principles of Emergency Management
 IS-235 – Emergency Planning
 IS-240 – Leadership & Influence
 IS-241 – Decision Making & Problem Solving
 IS-292 – Disaster Basics
 IS – 546 a Continuity of Ops Awareness
 IS-547 Introduction to Continuity of Operation (COOP)
 IS-600 Special Considerations for FEMA Public Assistance Program
 IS-630 Introduction to the Public Assistance Process
 IS-631 - Public Assistance Operations I
 IS-632 – An Introduction to Debris Operations in FEMA’s Public Assistance Program
 IS-650 Building Partnership in Tribal Communities
 IS-700 - National Incident Management System (NIMS), an Introduction
 IS – 700a NIMS, An Introduction
 IS-800 - National Response Plan (NRP), an Introduction
 IS-1900 – National Disaster Medical Systems (NDMS) Federal Coordinating Center Operation
 L277 - Community Relations Basic Training (Instructor Led) – January 2005
 L381 - Public Assistance Coordinator (Instructor led) – OPS I – December 2005
 L382 - Public Assistance Coordinator (Instructor led) - OPS II – December 2005
 L 480 - CEF – Cost Estimating Format
 L 477 Pocket Guide Training
 L 477 PA Field Operations (EMMIE/Dashboard)
 Debris Management (Instructor led) – November 2009
 Basic Records Management 2015

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 DHS-Wide File Plan 2015
 Electronic Records 2015
 Vital Records Guidance 2015
 No Fear Training 2015
Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOS)
Valencia Community College
December 2004
 Excel
 PowerPoint
 Access
 Word
Bonded & Commissioned Florida Notary
Expiration-2016
Licensed Community Association Manager (LCAM)
State of Florida

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