We are currently looking for a Full Time Land Services Manager to join our Area of Land Sustainability and Services team located at the Commerce Administration Building working 8:00AM-5:00PM - Fr.

Summary:

The Support Manager is a highly skilled professional who will help design, implement, and coordinate funding resources for several departments in outreach and services. This position generates support from numbers funding agency to support department goals and initiatives. The Manager will also handle research projects and grants administration. This position is key in building collaborative relationships with federal and state funding programs, Chickasaw Nation departments, divisions, and programs as well as external partnerships. This position requires self-initiation, research and follow up capabilities.

Responsibilities:

Provides first class customer service to both internal and external customers and responds to inquiries, compliments, and/or complaints with professionalism, courtesy, and efficiency Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types Maintains a clean, organized work area and ensures a safe environment Maintains and promotes professionalism Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards Maintains knowledge of and follows all rules, regulations, policies and guidelines for assigned area Proactively investigates funding resources to support environmental services, land and wildlife management activities, ensures funds are identified, applied for, and the application is initiated with grant management Submits funding opportunities to appropriate areas, prepared detailed budgets, follows procurement guidelines and develops and overseas contracts to carry out strategic initiatives Develops technical grant or self-governance budgets and tracks spending as well as oversees all reports for shared areas Participates in the development and implementation of program strategy, goals, objectives, and priorities; recommends within established policy, appropriate service, and staffing levels; recommends and administers program policies and procedures Applies for and administers various federal, state, and local grants; monitors and prepares reports to ensure compliance with grant requirements; tracks and monitors performance metrics and expenditures Attends and participates in professional group meetings; monitors legal, regulatory, technology, and societal changes, and court decisions and stays abreast of new trends and innovations in areas that may affect the work of land sustainability, the rangers, or environmental services Provides high level of quality assurance to all applications and narratives submitted to grant services Assists other Sr. Managers in forecasting grant budget expenditures, projects costs, and ensures funding resources are obtained and expended in a timely manner Oversee and coordinate grant funding and all reporting of funding activities, maintains in project management software and follows up on deadlines for reports Acts as a liaison between vendors and other Chickasaw Nation Departments to ensure a smooth bidding, invoicing, and payment process is achieved for all grant vendors Hosts monthly funding meetings that tracks grant reports and projects milestones for outreach and services area. Ensure completions of budgeted projects financially and project management of the grant Oversees entire grant financial resource process and continually works to improve to better serve the shared outreach and services teams Reviews all project management systems, budget reports, and provides support to ensure goals are met Ensures all material and equipment purchasing is done pursuant to the procurement standards and at a cost-effective rate Finalizes and submits all grant or 368 self-governance budget requests, budget narratives, letters, and application narratives Process and submits datasheets on all vetted out grant opportunities or other funding opportunities Works with all outreach and services teams to ensure the obtainment of funding for equipment, vehicles, tools, and materials to perform daily tasks safely and efficiently Plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the staff, consultants and contractors, and day-to-day operations. Ensures projects goals are met from contractors and oversees quality work products Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed, and other duties as assigned Handle the invoice process for all contractors and vendors Respond to email and phone calls in a timely manner Identify market needs and engage with leadership teams to evaluate future opportunities Performs all other duties as assigned

Competencies:

Essential:

Ability to collaborate with and or coordinate efforts of others (e.g. cross-functional teams) Ability to be a self-starter with strong work ethic and ability to exercise good judgement Ability to research and produce written documents, reports, and analysis with clearly organized thoughts and substantiated conclusions Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changes Able to follow instructions, both written and oral Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements Ability to work independently Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability Able to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Knowledge of federal, state and tribal funding programs Highly organized and capable of managing competing priorities across a broad portfolio of work Ability to find practical solutions while analyzing complex data and managing complex projects Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and management

Skills:

Essential:

Advanced computer skills

Experience:

Essential:

3 years directly related management experience 7 years directly related experience

Education:

Essential:

High School, GED or Equivalent Bachelors Degree in directly related field

Credentials:

Essential:

Standard Driver's License Working Conditions:

Essential:

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities Frequently bend, kneel, stoop, push, reach Works in an office setting Walking up to 50% of shift Outside, all weather conditions Pass pre-employment drug test Training It is the responsibility of each employee to attend required training for their position or profession as determined by their line of support (LOS) or the leadership of the Chickasaw Nation. It is the responsibility of those who supervise, manage or otherwise lead employees or teams to ensure each employee has access to and receives all required training.

Mission, Vision & Core Values Mission:

To enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people.

Vision:

To be a nation of successful and united people with a strong cultural identity.

Core Values:

The Chickasaw People Cultural Identity Servant Leadership Selflessness Can Do Attitude Perseverance Stewardship Trust and Respect Loyalty Honesty and Integrity Teamwork