This is a full-time position working M-F, 8 to 10 hours a day. The days and hours can vary due to business needs. Weekly earned wage access is an option for this position.

Job Purpose or Objective(s): You will oversee small, less complex ranches and implement the diversified operational plans to include employee development, natural resource stewardship, and animal husbandry. You will assist with reporting and provide communication with leadership while focusing on the mission of the Choctaw Nation.

Primary Tasks:

• You will manage a revenue-producing livestock enterprise, enhancing native wildlife habitats and improving the cattle herd value.
• Manage the daily operations of the ranch including working with cattle, basic mechanics of ranch and farm equipment, fencing, road maintenance, windmills, and welding.
• Manage operational plans and budget; forecast performance and financial variance.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to manage existing natural resources including soil fertility, annual/perennial forage supply, cattle husbandry, and wildlife.
• You will maintain, coordinate, support Beef Quality Assurance principles and training.
• Manage plans and implementation of invasive control, pasture planting, and other activities.
• Manage the safety and security of all ranch personnel and assets.
• Develop and implement a herd preventative health program, including weaned calf management.
• Perform other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Job Requirements

• Basic computer and software applications competency (Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets), Word, and Outlook)
• Understand and appreciation for wildlife management, grazing systems and vegetation modification through mechanical, chemical, and prescribed fire principles
• Knowledgeable with agricultural systems and willingness to put forth effort while performing tasks
• Good record-keeping skills
• Experience with financial accountability, enterprise analysis and budget compliance
• Two (2) years hands-on experience related to diversified cattle management (including cow and calf, backgrounding and stocker enterprises)

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.