Govt. Natural Resources - Ccer Manager - in House Team Member Preference Applies - Closes: 11-02-2026

POSITION SUMMARY

The Consortium for Cooperative Ecological Resilience Manager oversees planning, directing, controlling, and coordination of all administrative and operational functions of the Consortium for Cooperative Ecological Resilience (CCER). The CCER Manager shall direct and coordinate personally, or through subordinate personnel, activities designed to achieve CCER and company goals and objectives, with emphasis on supporting and promoting development of Sault Tribe technical expertise and leadership in ecological monitoring, modeling, and adaptive management.

The CCER Manager ensures that Consortium activities are conducted in accordance with established government regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(includes, but is not limited to, the following) Develop proposals that address specific natural resources research needs and priorities of the Tribe. Designs and implements field research and assessment projects that engage Tribal undergraduate and graduate students. Publishes research that elevates Tribal research and assessment priorities and contributes to the body of ecological knowledge in Great Lakes ecosystems.

Contributes to the development of off-campus classroom education opportunities for Tribal graduate and undergraduate students. Builds Tribal capacity in natural resources expertise to facilitate engaged and inclusive involvement in sustainable management of natural resources. Develops and monitors all CCER personnel management activities, human resource processes, job restructuring, corrective action plans, disciplinary actions as well as team member awards and acknowledgements.

Administers existing grants and contracts and pursues new grant opportunities in accordance with strategic plans. Administers budgets for the Consortium including preparing budgets and budget modification requests; analyzing expenses; identifying and implementing cost efficiencies; and approving expenditures within signature authority.

Ensures CCER operates in compliance with all laws, regulations, policies and procedures of the Sault Tribe and all other funding sources. Ensures program compliance and reporting to the Division Director, Tribal Leadership, funding agencies, Tribal, Federal, State, and local agencies and government. Represents CCER at meetings, conferences, forums, and maintains ongoing relationships and cooperation with counterparts from state, federal, and tribal agencies, and local jurisdictions.

Identifies opportunities to work across Natural Resources Division programs and provides support to all Sault Tribe Divisions and Programs affiliated with CCER. Provides leadership and direction for data collection and analysis. Provides educational and training opportunities for team members. CONTACTS: Immediate peers, peers in other departments, immediate supervisor/manager, managers in other departments, Executives, Board of Directors, customers, outside vendors/service providers.

State, Federal, and other tribal resources management agencies, non-governmental institutions, universities and other collaborative organizations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Position occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds and frequent lifting/carrying of 10 pounds. Physical factors include constant use of hearing, smell, near/midrange/far vision, and field of vision; frequent standing, walking, and sitting; use of depth perception, color vision, and driving; and occasional carrying/lifting/pushing/pulling up to 25 pounds, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, manual handling, typing, and bending.

Working conditions include occasional exposure to weather, extreme heat/cold, wet/humidity, and noise. Potential hazards include constant client contact, frequent computer use, occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, and infectious exposure. Limited overnight travel may be required from time to time. There may be prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving or riding in transport vehicles.

The employee is required to design and participate in fieldwork in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, which may include walking in uneven terrain and in inclement weather, driving vehicles and trailers in backcountry settings, and operating ORVs, snowmobiles, boats, and other equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include reading, distance, computer, and color vision.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

Master’s Degree in Natural Resources, Conservation, Ecology or related field or eight years of demonstrated ability in relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of degree. PhD preferred. Experience: Minimum of two years of experience in Natural Resources, Ecology or Conservation Management is required. Certification/License: Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the Sault Tribe Insurance Department.

Must comply with annual driver’s license review and insurability standards with the Sault Tribe Insurance Department. Must comply with the Sault Tribe’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy which may include random drug tests. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Understanding of Natural Resources related topics including, intergovernmental Natural Resources Management and Co-stewardship, grant management, fish, wildlife, forestry, and environmental project management .

Superior written and verbal communications skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations, provide guidance, and documentation required. Must have excellent leadership skills. Competent knowledge of organizational development and strategic planning with excellent analytic skills required. Ability to communicate with the public and possess strong interpersonal skills and present a professional demeanor in all interactions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, vendors and the community. Ability to operate general office equipment. Strong computer background with skills and proficiency in advanced statistical modeling, adaptive management, and experience working with tribal communities in support of intergovernmental treaty rights implementation.

Ability to work and contribute as a team player. Strong organization skills with an ability to prioritize required. Ability to exercise good judgment and decision-making skills. There are a number of deadlines associated with this position. The employee must be able to handle frequent interruptions and must also multi-task and interact with a wide variety of people on various and, at times, complicated issues.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), internet software and appropriate storage of electronic files. Uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent. Adhere to all professional and ethical behavior standards of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians. Comply with Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians company policies and procedures.

Native American preferred. This job description outlines the general scope and level of responsibilities associated with the position. It is not intended to be an employment contract, nor does it represent a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or requirements. The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians reserves the right to modify, add, reassign, or combine job duties or positions, in whole or in part, at any time.