Manager

Journeyman Manager

Chippewa Government Solutions LLC, a Sault Tribe Inc. (“STI Federal”) company, is searching for a dynamic and skilled Journeyman Manager to be a key part of our expanding team!

Who We Are & What We Do…

At STI Federal, we drive growth through strategic government contracting, fulfilling our mission to support the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians. Our company reinvests 100% of its profits into tribal businesses or community programs, enhancing the well-being of over 52,000 tribal citizens. Our work empowers federal agencies and strengthens some of the nation’s most critical initiatives, while fostering opportunities for skilled professionals to make a meaningful impact.

What You’ll Do…

Key Responsibilities & Expected Outcomes

• Lead assigned contract projects and oversee teams of personnel located at multiple sites.
• Exercise authority to identify, allocate, and commit the resources required to support TA requests effectively and efficiently.
• Enforce quality control programs to ensure TA provided meets DOE, CMEI, and federal advisory and assistance service requirements.
• Manage multiple tasks concurrently, ensuring timely execution and alignment with contract objectives, PWS requirements, and DOE regulations.
• Coordinate with DOE program offices, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of TA across diverse recipient groups.
• Maintain transparency, compliance, and high performance across all project and personnel activities.
• Report status, challenges, and outcomes to senior leadership and government counterparts with clarity and precision.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities for Success

• Strong leadership and team oversight capabilities, including experience guiding personnel across multiple locations.
• Demonstrated resource management skills with the ability to allocate staffing, tools, and support appropriately.

• Skilled in managing complex, multi‑task environments and coordinating subcontractor efforts.
• Effective communicator with strong writing and public‑facing communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with DOE systems (STRIPES, FAST, PAGE, PMC).
• Salesforce platform expertise as required.
• Alignment with STI Federal’s core values, promoting professionalism, collaboration, and a positive team culture.

Minimum Qualifications 

• Education: BA/BS or MA/MS degree.
• Experience:
• 3 to 10 years of relevant experience.
• Independently performs managerial duties consistent with journeyman-level expectations.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and/or maintain a federal clearance up to Top Secret/DOE Q clearance levels.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience: 
• Experience managing federal technical assistance programs, preferably within DOE or other applied energy agencies.
• Familiarity with IIJA-funded programs and TA delivery across states, Tribes, local governments, and institutions.
• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams supporting energy innovation, critical minerals, manufacturing workflows, or standards and codes program areas.
• Knowledge of DOE systems, reporting structures, compliance requirements, and cross‑office coordination.
• Experience integrating quality control programs into federal TA workflows.

• Demonstrated ability to lead complex multi-year projects with transparency, accuracy, and consistency.

Work Environment 

• Environment: Workwill be performed in a climate-controlled office, remotely or possibly on client sites as needed.

Employment opportunities are contingent upon the company receiving the contract award and obtaining any required funding and approvals. Qualified candidates may be contacted and evaluated in advance of a final award decision.

STI Federal is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, disability, ethnicity/race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Native American preference applies when candidates meet qualifications equally.

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