ID
7-509-1476
Name
Architect
Status
Published
Version
1.1
Updated
6/14/2023 12:35:19 PM
Original Release
02/02/2022
Last Major Release
 
NQS Position
Resource Category
Public Works
Primary Core Capability
Situational Assessment
Secondary Core Capability
 
Resource Kind
Personnel
Overall Function
An architect provides design services; oversees, inspects, assesses, and evaluates impacted buildings; and makes appropriate recommendations
Single resource
In conjunction with a NIMS typed team
NIMS Typed Team
 
In conjunction with a NIMS typed unit
NIMS Typed Unit
 
Description Notes
An Architect may deploy as part of a Branch, Division, Group, Strike Team, or Task Force based upon mission-specific activities and needs.
Supporting Core Capabilities
None
Types
Type Description
Type 1An Architect provides architectural, design, and built environment professional support to emergency response and recovery operations. An Architect also: 1. Oversees, inspects, and assesses impacted buildings and makes appropriate recommendations 2. Conducts building performance analysis 3. Supports temporary housing efforts, insurance documentation, local/state funding assistance applications, technical assistance, and education and recovery planning 4. Supports government-sponsored repair and rebuilding programs 5. Supports transitional housing planning and design 6. Advises on affected land policy use to resume business and community operations post-disaster 7. Supports hazard-specific and hazard-mitigation retrofit programs 8. Participates in business and community continuity planning 9. Participates in disaster scenario planning and other community preparedness exercises 10. Supports development of climate mitigation and adaptation strategies
Components
Component Notes  
EducationArchitects without a NAAB or CACB-accredited degree may complete alternative experience requirements to achieve a degree in architecture, per the completion of local United States jurisdictional requirements.
Component Types
Type Criteria
Type 11. A professional degree in architecture from a program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) or the Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB) 2. Completion of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) Architect Registration Examination (ARE)
TrainingNot Specified
Component Types
Type Criteria
Type 1Completion the following: 1. IS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS-100 2. IS-200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response, ICS-200 3. IS-700: National Incident Management System, An Introduction 4. IS 800: National Response Framework (NRF), An Introduction
ExperienceNot Specified
Component Types
Type Criteria
Type 11. Four years of experience in building design or analysis, including evaluation of existing buildings, field investigation, or general construction, construction observation, or inspection experience 2. One year of professional architecture experience following licensure as a Registered Architect (RA)
Physical/Medical Fitness1. The NIMS Guideline for the National Qualification System (NQS) defines Physical/Medical Fitness levels for NQS positions 2. PPE is mission specific and may vary by work environment; it includes hard hats, safety-toe boots, reflective vests, eye and ear protection, respirators, gloves, and masks
Component Types
Type Criteria
Type 11. Moderate 2. Ability to work while wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
CurrencyNot Specified
Component Types
Type Criteria
Type 1Currently works as an Architect at the local, state, tribal, territorial, or federal level in an architecture, building code, building safety, community development, planning, zoning, engineering, public works, or related department
Professional and Technical Licenses and CertificationsNot Specified
Component Types
Type Criteria
Type 1License: 1. Registered Architect (RA)
Composition and Ordering Specifications
Specification
Discuss logistics for this position, such as security, lodging, transportation, and meals, prior to deployment
The position typically works 12 hours per shift, is self-sustainable for 72 hours, and is deployable up to 14 days
1542
Notes
References
Reference
1. FEMA, NIMS 509: Hazard Mitigation Engineering and Architect Specialist 2. FEMA, National Incident Management System (NIMS), October 2017 3. FEMA, NIMS Guideline for the National Qualification System (NQS), November 2017 4. FEMA, National Response Framework, October 2019 5. American Institute of Architects, Disaster Assistance Handbook, Fourth Edition, September 2021 6. National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), Education Guidelines, January 2021 7. National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), Legislative Guidelines and Model Law/Model Regulations, July 2021
Published Versions
Version Publish Date Document Type
1.1 6/14/2023 12:35:19 PM PDF
1.0 2/2/2022 12:00:47 PM PDF