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Chloeta

Wildlife Project Manager

Asheville, NC · On-site

Prepare and review NEPA and ESA documentation, including Environmental Assessments and Biological Assessments * Monitor and evaluate habitat improvement and wildlife management projects for ...

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Wildlife Project Manager

Asheville, NC • On-site

Chloeta
Government Relations and Lobbying Services • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Job Summary
The Wildlife Project Manager provides leadership, coordination, and management of wildlife and threatened/endangered species (TES) programs in support of federal agency projects. This role oversees planning, budgeting, environmental compliance, and implementation of wildlife-related initiatives to support disaster recovery and long-term resource management.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Job Classification: Permanent; Full-Time
Duty Station: Asheville, NC (Hybrid, 2 days minimum onsite)
Travel: Up to 75% (Travel required throughout the National Forests in North Carolina)
Duration: This role is anticipated to last 6 months, with the possibility of extension pending contract options.
Duties/Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage wildlife and TES programs, including planning, coordination, and implementation

  • Provide technical guidance on wildlife management, habitat planning, and restoration efforts

  • Develop and review wildlife management and habitat improvement plans to ensure regulatory compliance

  • Oversee project budgets, funding allocations, and annual program of work

  • Coordinate project activities with Federal agency staff, contractors, and partners

  • Participate in and support interdisciplinary teams for environmental planning and analysis

  • Prepare and review NEPA and ESA documentation, including Environmental Assessments and Biological Assessments

  • Monitor and evaluate habitat improvement and wildlife management projects for effectiveness

  • Conduct and oversee studies on threatened, endangered, and sensitive species

  • Identify wildlife resource issues and develop solutions or mitigation strategies

  • Serve as liaison with federal, state, Tribal, and partner organizations

  • Support development of policies, strategies, and program objectives for wildlife management

  • Review contractor and partner performance, reporting, and deliverables

  • Maintain and manage wildlife data, reporting systems, and program documentation

  • 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
  • Advanced knowledge of wildlife biology, habitat management, and ecosystem processes

  • Strong experience with NEPA and ESA compliance, including preparation of BA/BE documents

  • Ability to lead programs, manage budgets, and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams

  • Excellent technical writing, analytical, and communication skills

  • Experience managing wildlife or TES programs for federal land management agencies

  • Familiarity with Southern Appalachian wildlife species and ecosystems

  • Experience developing programmatic Biological Assessments (Section 7 ESA)

  • Experience with GIS tools and environmental data systems

Education and Experience
  • Required:Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Management, or related field

  • Required: Minimum 10 years of experience as a wildlife biologist or natural resources manager

  • Required: Demonstrated experience in wildlife program management, habitat analysis, and environmental compliance

  • Preferred: Master's degree in related field

  • Preferred: Experience in the Southern Appalachian region or similar ecosystems

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to conduct field visits and navigate uneven terrain and forested environments

  • Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors for extended periods

  • Ability to work in extreme weather, noise, dust, and field conditions

  • Ability to travel frequently to project sites and meetings

Benefits
Eligible employees receive the following benefits:
  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • MDLIVE

  • Benefit Hub

  • Paid Annual Leave/PTO

  • Paid Sick Leave

  • Paid Holidays

  • 401(k)

  • Basic Life

  • 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.

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