Job Purpose or Objective(s): You will implement Choctaw Nation’s environmental programs for all tribal facilities, fee and trust lands. You will report to the Environmental Compliance Officer.
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Applicants with demonstrated experience working with federal agencies are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience collaborating with organizations such as the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and U.S. Forest Service (USFS) is highly desirable. Candidates should have a strong understanding of federal regulations, grant or contract requirements, interagency coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
Primary Tasks:
1. You will assure compliance with federal, state, local, and tribal regulations for Choctaw Nation facilities by scheduling, conducting, documenting, and following up on sample collections, inspections, and walk throughs.
2. You will audit and compile data to ensure it meets Federal guidelines. Complete reviews and assessments and submit to for review and signatures.
3. You will respond to Choctaw Nation internal requests for environmental related assistance.
4. You will train site staff on responsibilities associated with federal, state, local, and tribal regulations.
5. You will maintain necessary technical and laboratory certifications to conduct assigned tasks. Analyze data.
6. You will maintain Choctaw Nation environmental policies.
7. You will implement environmental policies and best management practices.
8. You will maintain good documentation of all job-related activities.
9. You will compile quarterly progress reports. Complete status and progress reporting documents per program goals. Review monthly financial reports and maintain budget spreadsheets (can maintain complex spreadsheets). Maintain and revise grant goals and budget and monitor line-item fluctuations to complete funding obligations.
10. Other tasks as assigned by management.
Minimum Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in a science related field and three [3] years of related work in the environmental field, OR seven [7] years of directly related experience in lieu of education.
· Environmental Certification in a related program (UST, lead based paint, asbestos, mold, safe drinking water, etc.)
· Work independently or in a group and manage priorities independently.
· Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
About the Choctaw Nation
The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian nation in the United States, with over 200,000 tribal members and more than 11,000 employees. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, historic boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma. The Choctaw Nation's vision, "Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture," is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity.
Benefits
CNO was selected as a winner in both HRDUS' and Forbes' 2022 "Employer of Choice" competitions:
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