Technical Lead

Salary :

$125,000 - 150,000 yearly

Company : Chippewa Sustainable Solutions

Job Type : Full Time

Lakewood, Co

Number of Applicants

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Job Description - Technical Lead

Technical Lead – Safety of Dams (SOD Program)
Labor Category: Technical Coordinator – Civil Engineer or Physical Scientist (Level III/IV)
Location: Lakewood, CO (On-site required)
Employment Type: Full-Time | U.S. Citizenship Required
Security Clearance: Must be eligible for Level 6C Public Trust

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $125,000 – $150,000 annually, depending on experience, licensure, and qualifications
Bonus Eligibility: Annual performance-based bonus may apply
Benefits Package Includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development support
- Tribal wellness initiatives

This salary range is provided in compliance with Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, North Dakota state guidelines, and the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians' employment standards. Final compensation will reflect experience, location, and credentials.

Position Summary

Chippewa Sustainable Solutions (CSS) is hiring a Technical Lead – Safety of Dams (SOD Program) to oversee engineering inspections, risk assessments, and dam safety planning in support of the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA).

This role is essential to ensuring the structural safety and operational readiness of tribal dams and water infrastructure across Indian Country. It combines field leadership with advanced technical review and coordination with tribal and federal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct hydrologic, hydraulic, and geotechnical risk evaluations
Lead dam condition assessments and recommend risk-reduction strategies
Supervise field inspections, site investigations, and early warning system (EWS) planning
Coordinate with tribal governments, BIA engineers, and emergency management agencies
Ensure deliverables comply with federal dam safety standards (FEMA, FERC, DOI)

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, or Physical Science
10–15 years of experience in dam safety, structural engineering, or water infrastructure
Professional Engineer (PE) license required (any U.S. jurisdiction)
Proficiency in dam safety modeling, risk-informed decision frameworks, and technical reporting
Familiarity with SCADA systems, EWS design, and FEMA guidelines preferred

About CSS & the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians

Chippewa Sustainable Solutions (CSS) is a tribally owned SBA 8(a) and Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians (TMBCI) — a sovereign Tribal Nation located in Belcourt, North Dakota. CSS delivers impactful services across infrastructure, environmental resilience, data systems, and energy innovation.
We proudly support workforce development for Native professionals and offer training, mentorship, and career pathways in engineering, program management, and analytics — aligned with our mission to serve Indian Country through federal contracting excellence.

Why Work With Us
At CSS, we’re not just building infrastructure — we’re building capacity, sovereignty, and opportunity for generations to come.

We offer:

Mission-driven work that improves tribal resilience and public safety
A people-first culture rooted in tribal values and professional growth
Inclusive leadership committed to mentorship, equity, and excellence

Join a team where your work truly matters.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
CSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made based on merit and capability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

As a tribally owned business, CSS proudly supports Indian Preference in hiring, per 25 U.S.C. § 450e(b). We strongly encourage applications from citizens of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians, as well as other Native American and Alaska Native individuals.

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