Program Manager - Chloeta

Job Summary 

The Program Manager overseesall aspects of cultural resource projects, ensures compliance with relevant regulations, and fosters positive relationships with federal clients and stakeholders.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

Job Classification:Permanent; Full-Time

Duty Station:  Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Compensation:

Chloeta reserves the right to offer any candidate above or below the listed compensation amount based on experience or business needs.

• $120,000-$160,000 per year
• FLSA Exempt

Duties/Responsibilities 

• Develops and implements cultural resource management plans in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manages a team of cultural resource professionals, including archaeologists, historians, and other specialists.
• Coordinates fieldwork activities, including survey, excavation, and documentation.
• Conducts research and analyses to identify cultural resources and assess their significance.
• Prepares technical reports, environmental impact assessments, and other documentation for regulatory review.
• Collaborates with clients, agencies, and stakeholders to address concerns and facilitates project approvals.
• Stays current on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in cultural resource management.
• 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 

• Understanding of CRM principles, practices, and regulations, including relevant federal laws such as the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Section 106 compliance, and associated guidelines.
• Proficiency in archaeological field methods, including survey techniques, excavation procedures, artifact analysis, and site documentation.
• Ability to conduct thorough research, analyze findings, and interpret data related to cultural resources, including historical documents, maps, and archaeological reports.
• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software and database management systems for spatial analysis, data organization, and report generation.
• Strong writing skills to prepare clear, concise, and technically accurate reports, assessments, and regulatory documents.
• Experience leading and managing multidisciplinary teams of cultural resource professionals, including archaeologists, historians, and field technicians.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and execute cultural resource projects within budget and schedule constraints, while ensuring quality and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex technical information effectively to diverse audiences, including clients, regulators, team members, and community stakeholders.
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity and respect for indigenous perspectives, traditions, and heritage in the context of cultural resource management.

Education and Experience 

• Required:Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field to Cultural Resources
• Required: At least ten (10) years of experience in program management with five (5) years of working experience in cultural resources.
• Required: Completion of Archeology or Cultural Anthropology field school
• Preferred: At least two (2) years of cultural resources experience in the Great Plain Regions; Oklahoma, Texas and Kansas
• Preferred:Project Management Professional (PMP)

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.

Benefits 

Eligible employees receive the following benefits: 

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Health Savings Account (HSA) 
• MDLIVE
• Paid Annual Leave/PTO
• Paid Sick Leave 
• Paid Holidays 
• 401(k) 
• Voluntary Life Insurance 
• Accident Insurance 
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

Pre-employment Requirements 

Due to the nature of Chloeta’s 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 employee’s 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 Testing Policy

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.