Hi, I’m
Kathleen King
Odenton,MD
Summary
Dynamic legal program specialist with extensive experience at FEMA, excelling in policy development and emergency management. Proven track record in optimizing workflows and engaging stakeholders to enhance program compliance and resilience. Skilled in data analysis and cross-functional leadership, driving impactful initiatives that support disaster recovery and community services.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Washington, DC
Legal Program Specialist - Action Office Team Lead - Emergency Manager
06.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Analyzed internal and external requests related to policy, legislation, congress, and audits.
- Provided official responses for urgent information requests on behalf of OCC.
- Coordinated tracking and closure of diverse requests across FEMA programs and legal divisions.
- Conducted program data analysis to identify improvement areas and support decision-making.
- Developed training materials for emergency management program personnel.
FEMAWashington, DC
Reservist - Voluntary Agency Liaison (VAL) Crew Lead/Task Force Lead
09.2012 - 09.2014
Job overview
- Coordinated post-disaster recovery efforts by forming Long-Term Recovery Groups.
- Engaged nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and voluntary agencies to address unmet needs.
- Facilitated partnerships to mobilize community resources for comprehensive disaster recovery planning.
- Interacted with state voluntary agency liaison to ensure consistent long-term recovery activities.
American Red Cross, National HeadquartersNew Orleans, LA
Community Resilience Manager
01.2014 - 06.2014
Job overview
- Led regional network of cross-sector partners in South Louisiana and Mississippi under NOAA Coastal Resilience Grant.
Facilitated activities to enhance preparedness and resilience of affiliated organizations.
Promoted overall resilience of Gulf Coast region through collaborative initiatives. - Coordinated training programs for volunteers and staff members.
FEMAWashington, DC
Community Services Program Specialist
09.2010 - 09.2012
Job overview
- Facilitated development and implementation of national policies for FEMA's Community Services programs, including Crisis Counseling, Disaster Unemployment Assistance, and Disaster Legal Services.
- Ensured fiscal and programmatic compliance throughout all program phases in alignment with Stafford Act and National Response Framework.
FEMA
Voluntary Agency Liaison/DCM Coordinator
01.2006 - 09.2010
Job overview
- Oversaw implementation of Disaster Case Management Pilot Program, managing $58.2M grant to support over 30,000 residents.
- Provided technical assistance and performance oversight, documenting best practices for national program modeling.
- Coordinated FEMA training on Sequence of Delivery and Duplication of Benefits for DCM case managers in Texas and Louisiana.
Education
Delgado Community College
General Studies Coursework
01.1997
Macomb Community College
Computer Information Systems
01.1993
Skills
- Legal program management
- Federal grants administration
- Emergency management
- Workflow optimization
- Policy development
- Data analysis
- Technical training
- Cross-functional leadership
- Process innovation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SharePoint expertise
- Tableau proficiency
- Visio skills
- IManage experience
- NEMIS knowledge
- WebEOC familiarity
- Board portal management
- Power BI capabilities
Awards Recognition
- FEMA Chief Counsel Award for Innovation and Solution Orientation (2018)
- FEMA Administrator Award for Living Our Core Values (2022)
Personal Information
Timeline
Legal Program Specialist - Action Office Team Lead - Emergency Manager
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
06.2014 - Current
Community Resilience Manager
American Red Cross, National Headquarters
01.2014 - 06.2014
Reservist - Voluntary Agency Liaison (VAL) Crew Lead/Task Force Lead
FEMA
09.2012 - 09.2014
Community Services Program Specialist
FEMA
09.2010 - 09.2012
Voluntary Agency Liaison/DCM Coordinator
FEMA
01.2006 - 09.2010
Delgado Community College
General Studies Coursework
Macomb Community College
Computer Information Systems
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