Job Description
Job Purpose or Objective(s): Develop watershed-based planning documents, drought management strategies, technical analyses, and policy support materials to advance sustainable water resource management and assist with implementation of applicable water law, regulatory requirements, and the federally recognized Water Settlement Agreement to which the Choctaw Nation is a party. You will report to the Water Resources Planner.
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Primary Tasks:
1. You will conduct data recruitment, identify sustainable pathways for water related deficiencies; develop comprehensive analyses to establish a framework for implementation of suggested actions to assist stakeholders in sustainable management of water resources; identify grant opportunities for environmental sustainability and improvement.
2. Interpret technical and non-technical reports to efficiently develop water resource planning documents and present findings to leadership and other stakeholders.
3. Develop long-term planning documents, water source supply plans, and concise technical and non-technical documents and present findings to stakeholders.
4. Cultivate and maintain professional working relationships and partnerships with state and federal agencies and local organizations to understand community, environmental, and economic needs including data analysis, report development, and action items for sustainability.
5. You will assess local resource needs that could provide a higher quality of life to all tribal and non-tribal citizens.
6. Collaborate with project managers to coordinate funding and grant opportunities related to water planning.
7. Attend/participate in networking and conference opportunities to increase knowledge of current best practice regarding the treatment and solutions for environmental issues.
8. Provide presentations to stakeholders at different environmental and economic platforms.
9. You will provide outreach to communities regarding multiple environmental, economic, rural and urban development benefits under the Water Settlement Agreement.
10. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
· Bachelor of Science Degree and 2 years of relevant experience or;
· 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of education
· Ability to identify data gaps, conduct analyses, and compose comprehensive documents.
· Experience with scientific protocols, scientific reports, public speaking, gap identification, Geographic Information System (GIS) software, urban/city planning, public works, resource assessment and planning, and water resource planning, data analysis, and technical report development.
· Knowledge of federal and state water law, policies, and regulations
Skills
- Analytical Processes
- Business Case Contribution
- Computer Skills
- Customer-Focused Approach
- Perform Gap Analysis
- Planning & Organizing
- Policy & Procedures
- Policy & Regulation
- Risk Management
- Verbal Communication
About Us
About the Choctaw Nation
The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian nation in the United States, with over 200,000 tribal members and more than 11,000 employees. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, historic boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma. The Choctaw Nation’s vision, “Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture,” is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity.
Benefits
- Free gym membership
- Free access to employee health clinic
- Free lunch for casino & resort associates
- Earned wages access once per week for hourly Associates
- Pet insurance
- Paid vacation / sick time
- Medical / Dental / Vision
- 401(K) with company match
- College tuition reimbursement
- Short-term disability, long-term disability, and family leave
- Employee assistance program
- Employee prescription program
- CNO Paid Life Insurance
- Teladoc
- On Site Dental Clinics (Jet Dental)
- On Site Mammogram Services
- Free diabetes and hypertension monitoring benefit (Livongo)
- Accolade- Concierge Benefits Program
- Wellness Program that equals savings on health insurance cost (Virgin Pulse)
- Maternity Care Program
- (Benefits provided by the Choctaw Nation are based on employment classification)
CNO was selected as a winner in both HRDUS’ and Forbes’ 2022 “Employer of Choice” competitions:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma received recognition as one of six Best Places to Work in the United States as selected by HRDUS
- Choctaw Casinos & Resorts received recognition from Forbes as a Best Employer for Diversity in the Travel & Leisure category.
- Forbes also recognized the Choctaw Casino and Resorts as one of America’s Best Employers for New Graduates.
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Job Info
- Job Identification32545
- Job CategoryAdministration
- Posting Date10/23/2026, 11:30 PM
- Apply Before11/13/2026, 05:00 PM
- Degree LevelBachelor’s Degree
- Job ScheduleFull time
- Locations 1802 Chukka Hina, Durant, OK, 74701, US
- On-site/RemoteOn-Site
- Is Grant FundedNo
- SubdivisionRisk Management
