Research Assistant - Part-time

The Research Assistant position provides technical support to aid the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) in evaluating non-availability of Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA) compliant products. 

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.   

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property. 

• U.S. Citizenship required.

• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio, etc.).

• Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of management and coworkers, as well as a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds.

• Excellent organizational skills with ability to pay close attention to details.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

• Excellent customer service skills with ability to apply good listening skills and to handle unusual or complex situations with a calm and focused approach.

• Ability to identify problems and to use sound judgment.

• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and accept direction on given assignments.

• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with exceptional discretion.

• Exemplifies professional behavior, dignity, and excellence, and maintains high standards under pressure.

• Produces quality work, meets critical deadlines, and pays attention to detail in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

• Proactive, takes initiative, and accepts accountability for assigned work functions.

• Works independently and in a team environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Contacts known manufacturers of similar products and determine their capability to produce the necessary products for USDA projects and lead time required for delivery to project site.

• Evaluates product’s availability within US markets.

• Reviews research performed by other Federal Departments/Agencies to determine whether domestic capacity exists and/or whether other Federal Departments/Agencies have issued waivers for the items.

• Prepares report of findings for each market research request.

• Maintains database of product and industry research and of market research requests from USDA.

• Prepares and presents training, if directed by USDA.

• Travel may be required, up to 25%.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of three (3) years relevant experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education / experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is primarily performed in an office/warehouse setting. Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  Regularly required to reach with hands and arms, occasionally above head. Regularly required to twist at the waist, climb and descend stairs while carrying objects. Ability to speak and hear. Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. Regularly lifts and/or moves up to twenty-five pounds, and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to fifty pounds. Works near moving mechanical parts. Regularly exposed to general office and general office machinery noise. May be exposed to warehouse, truck or forklift noise.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

EOE including Disability/Vet

*Please note, that this position is contingent upon the award or funding. The essential duties, experience, education requirements, and salary are subject to change.*

The estimated pay range for this role is $21 to $30 per hour, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience. 

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance
• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D
• Legal-Aid Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays
• Training and Development Opportunities

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).