Bison Management Project Manager Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Bison Management Project Manager Subject Matter Expert (SME)
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Job Description
Job Summary
Chloeta is seeking a highly knowledgeable and experienced Bison Management Project Manager Subject Matter Expert (SME) to oversee projects involving the conservation management and long-term sustainability of bison populations in the Midwest Region (MWR). This role combines technical expertise in bison ecology and herd management with project management skills to ensure successful planning execution and delivery of client objectives.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Job Classification: Permanent; Part-Time
Duty Station:Remote/Virtual
Travel:Up to 10%Contingent upon business needs
Duties/Responsibilities
Worked with a federal client to establish coordinated management efforts Articulates clear management principles
Engages with Tribal Nations in bison stewardship
Implements scientific findings and Indigenous knowledge to the extent practicable
Provides expertise in bison ecology population dynamics genetics and habitat requirements
Reviews management plans for bison herds including grazing rotations carrying capacity and habitat restoration
Provides advice on herd health monitoring veterinary needs disease prevention and nutritional management
Collaborates with tribal federal state and local partners to align bison management strategies with cultural and conservation priorities
Conducts and oversees field assessments of bison herds rangeland conditions and ecological impacts
Prepares reports technical studies and recommendations for bison management and conservation initiatives.
Leads project planning execution monitoring and close-out for bison management initiatives
Manages project budgets schedules and deliverables to meet client requirements
Tracks project milestones and provide progress updates to leadership and clients
Identifies and mitigates project risks to maintain quality and performance standards
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Required Skills/Abilities
Strong knowledge of bison herd ecology genetics health and habitat requirements
Familiarity with tribal federal and state wildlife management frameworks
Excellent communication skills including the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
Strong technical writing and reporting skills
Knowledge of wildlife handling veterinary protocols and herd health management
Experience developing and implementing long-term bison conservation and management strategies
Demonstrated project management experience preferably in environmental wildlife or natural resource projects
Proficiency in project management tools budgeting and scheduling
Excellent organizational problem-solving and leadership skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare technical reports and present to diverse audiences
Ability to build and maintain relationships with Tribal Nations federal/state agencies and other stakeholders
Education and Experience
Required: Bachelors Degree in Wildlife Biology Ecology Animal Science Rangeland Management or related field
Required: At least Ten (10) years of experience in environmental planning (including at least 5 years of experience with NEPA planning) and experience with bison management planning (as evidenced by managing at least three projects that involve these topics as primary project issues)
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones etc.
Ability to work in field environments and travel as needed
Pre-employment Requirements
Due to the nature of Chloetas services this position is contingent upon completing with a satisfactory outcome some or all of the following pre-employment background screenings: government security clearance federal and state criminal background checks drug test (urinalysis) Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review educational history employment history and/or credit check. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) pre-employment background screenings will require the employees written authorization and will occur after acceptance of an offer of employment and prior to commencing work. Additionally employees are required to complete the federal I-9/E-Verify process.
Drug and Alcohol TestingPolicy
Employees may be subject to undergoing additional drug screens and/or alcohol testing at any time during the period of employment including without prior notice.
EEO Statement
Chloeta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
About Chloeta
Chloeta is a Native American owned enterprise providing a diverse range of engineering scientific and technical solutions to support military energy homeland security emergency preparedness and critical infrastructure requirements.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
