Experienced Disaster Relief Manager with 19+ Years Managing Complex Projects
1. Belinda J. LeTulle
406 West Austin Street ♦ Jefferson, Texas 75657 ♦ 903.399.5364 ♦ asc.belinda@gmail.com
Profile of Skills and Qualifications:
Recognized for outstanding contributions managing high sensitivity disaster projects for over
19 years including the 9/11 World Trade Center attacks and Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and
Sandy
Adept at analyzing and interpreting complex issues to provide vision and strategic direction
Proven ability to develop strong working relationships and maintain effective communication
Experienced in interviewing, hiring, training and mentoring new and experienced staff including
strategic oversight of 150 staff members
Demonstrate ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously including
coordinating activities of Federal, State, and local volunteer agencies
Competent at successfully directing the implementation of disaster assistance programs,
providing leadership and coordination for delivery of basic and complex necessities to victims
Recognized for successfully executing visionary ideas with positive global impact
Adept at designing, developing, evaluating and implementing emergency preparedness plans
Possess creative problem solving skills including expertise in contract negotiation
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and various government and industry-specific software
Professional Experience; Department of Homeland Security - FEMA (1996 – present)
Direct Housing Specialist - Logistics & IA (Individual Assistance)
Washington, DC (01/12 – present)
Assist survivors with long-term recovery efforts. Perform field operations at onset of declared
disasters including applicant briefing, evaluation meetings and site inspection of buildings, roads and
bridges. Develop project formulation to determine eligible scope of work and eligible cost for projects.
Emergency Management - IA Response and Recovery
Bothell, WA (09/05 – 01/12)
Job Positions/Titles: Direct Housing Specialist, Mass Care Supervisor, Mass Care Specialist,
DRC (Disaster Recovery Center) Manager, IA Program Manager (Housing), Preliminary Damage
Inspector, Cadre Manager, IA Training Specialist, IA Preliminary Damage Specialist & Team Leader.
Provided emergency support utilizing state, regional, local, tribal, and nongovernmental
organizations for housing and human services missions in all 50 states and U.S. territories.
Contributed to All-Hazards Training Program development. Interviewed, hired, managed and
evaluated 86 staff members.
Worked with State Emergency Managers to ensure state emergency preparedness plans were
updated. Provided technical guidance for Individual Assistance Programs to state and local partners
to ensure readiness and timely delivery of the Individuals and Households Program, Crisis
Counseling, Disaster Unemployment Assistance and Disaster Legal Services Assistance Program for
all housing needs. Worked with Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on housing programs for
applicants. Monitored and evaluated policies and procedures for compliance and served as COTR
(Contracting Officer Technical Representative) in Louisiana to monitor contractors’ performance.
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Supervisor - Inspection Services Management Project Monitor
Winchester, VA (10/03 – 09/05)
Notified and initiated coordination of support staff, regional staff, contractors and appropriate
state representatives. Conducted state, regional and contractor briefings. Deployed Field Inspection
Services Coordinator and Quality Control Inspectors. Provided technical and programmatic guidance,
maintained communication and oversight of staff to ensure a smooth and effective operation.
Developed and maintained effective FEMA inspector courses and audited contractor training courses
for compliance.
Continually monitored contractors’ performance through the review of disaster specific reports
to make sure clients receive accurate and timely assistance. Evaluated, identified and notified
contractors on necessary corrections. Received and reviewed weekly performance reports from
contractors to ensure successful project completion.
Inspection Services Coordinator
Winchester, VA (10/99 – 01/03)
Lead Trainer and Lead Inspector for all inspection personnel for Virginia, Texas and Maryland
Processing Centers. Trained and supervised 98 field and Quality Control Inspectors. Designed,
developed and delivered Field Inspection and Project Monitor courses. Interviewed and hired staff,
determined work priorities and objectives, evaluated staffing requirements and deployments, and
completed performance evaluations. Designed and developed “Inspector Tracker” database to
statistically evaluate and score individual inspector progress and error rates to identify areas of
improvement and additional training required.
Inspection Services Specialist
Denton, TX (09/96 – 10/99)
Performed damage verifications for federally declared disaster areas. Conducted inspections
on houses, apartments and condominiums, roads and bridges, septic systems and wells, and
personal property following earthquakes, fires, flooding, tornadoes, hurricanes and terrorist attacks.
Participated on Construction Task Force to develop a comprehensive training manual for performing
residential disaster damage assessments.
Education:
Bachelor of Science - Religion; Minor - Intercultural Studies & Counseling
Liberty University; Lynchburg, VA - Cum Laude (GPA - 3.5) 2012
Awards and Recognition; Department of Homeland Security - FEMA:
National Recognition Award 2008 & 2012
Public Service Recognition Award 2007
Certificate of Appreciation - Testing and Development 2004
Innovation and Recognition of Outstanding Contributions 2001