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This service is to provide support to the Group Meeting Facilitation and Coordination process to the ongoing development and implementation of the Missouri River Recovery Program (MRRP). Services include structured decision-making expertise and guidance in the collaboration with The Missouri River Recovery Implementation Committee (MRRIC) and the updating and implementation of the MRRP’s Science and Adaptive Management Plan (SAMP) for the piping plover and pallid sturgeon on the Missouri River. 

This opportunity will require the selected candidate to be onsite when necessary but will be a hybrid with virtual facilitation tasks. The ability to travel to the work site when needed is critical for this position. 

The primary objectives of the ideal Group Meeting Coordinator / Facilitator Support Specialist are assisting the Group Meeting Coordinator / Facilitator to:

• Provide Structured Decision-Making expertise to the MRRP
• Support USACE on when and how to use Strategic Decision Making (SDM) within the collaborative stakeholder process
• Lead collaborative SDM engagements between agency and stakeholders to increase understanding of complex issues such as the planning and design of IRCs and preparation for future test flow from Fort Peck Dam.
• Use and maintain specialized decision analysis tools to help display impacts and effects of actions on Human Considerations
• Lead agency and stakeholders through trade-off discussions based on decision analysis tools

The main goal of these workshops is to help Tribes and stakeholders understand the information available, to facilitate the two-way communication of information between USACE, Tribes and stakeholders, and to build trust to minimize the possibilities of misunderstandings that can lead to threats to the implementation of the program.

The ideal candidate for the Group Meeting Facilitator / Coordinator Support Specialist position will support Group Meeting Facilitator / Coordinator in the following Swim Lanes:

Task 1 – Facilitation of 6 total In-person virtual MRRIC and Adaptive Management (AM) Meetings / Workshops including

• 2 AM Workshops (April 2023 and 2024)
• MRRIC Plenary Meetings (July & November 2023 and 2024.

Task 2 – Facilitation, planning, and participation of regular webinars and calls including

• HC Work Group and Joint Work Group Calls
• AM Team Calls
• AM Technical Team calls
• MRRIC Plenary
• Fall Science Webinar Meetings in 2023 and 2024

Task 3 – Research and development of annual AM Technical Team content

• Responsible for participating on the AM Team and for the HC topics of discussion
• Lead the ProSidian Engagement team to research and document the required content for MRRIC’s Fall Science and AM Workshops
• Gather information from sources for preparation
• Utilization of decision analysis tools to integrate HC concerns envisioned in the Adaptive Management Plan
• Assist in conveying aspects to a relevant strategic plan

Task 4 - Strategic Decision Making (SDM) Processes

• Design, organize and facilitate workshop series’ to engage tribes and stakeholders with USACE about issues of interest in implementation of the MRRP.
• Gather, Analyze, Present, and Explain information in virtual interactive workshop settings
• Facilitate and coordinate two parallel workshops regarding the Missouri River and Fort Peck Dam virtually involving agendas, approaches, meeting logistics, development of workshop content, decision analysis tool modification, data analysis, preparing presentations, workshop facilitation, and post-call meeting notes

Task 5 – Additional Tasks As Necessary

• Perform additional support on the above-mentioned tasks as necessary to support the MRRP implementation process

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate scientific or business field of study or a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar position. Experience supersedes/complements academic achievement with satisfactory past work that includes: facilitation of Strategic Planning Facilitation, Board Retreat Facilitation, Advisory Boards and Conferences or group decision-making meetings utilizing a Strategic Planning Facilitation, Advisory Board and Conference model which emphasizes team/group engagement and consensus-based decision-making or the conduct of professional training.
• A committed, driven individual with good interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and organizational skills is required
• Ability to communicate with customers, contractors, and the public and agency representatives in person and over the phone to ensure all aspects of support for board and committee meetings are successfully completed.
• Ability to live capture of meeting discussion/decisions in Microsoft word or excel and able to summarize chunks of information for clarity and understanding.
• Ability to work as and administrative support lead Comfortable working with group dynamics while supporting group meetings and/or project/taskforce initiatives or activity process with strong sense of urgency and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional customer service skills over the phone and in person
• Familiarity with core Microsoft office tools and processes, especially: excel, outlook, word, and PowerPoint
• Extensive Facilitation experience including documentation of meeting minutes in Microsoft word, establishing ground rules during meetings, managing the discussion and decisions during a meeting
• Ability to get things on track with appropriate suggestions or redirecting group efforts.
• Strong written and oral communication and developed cross-functional teamwork and collaboration skills
• Ability to travel as required.
• US Citizenship is required

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership – ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Motivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
• Agility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
• Judgment – exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
• Organization – ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors
• Curiosity – the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
• Humility – exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference
• Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

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BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. Our team members receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes Competitive Compensation, Group Health Insurance Health Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Contributions, Vacation and Paid Time off (PTO) Benefits, Pre-Tax Payment Programs, Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans, a ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program, Performance Incentives, etc.  Our comprehensive benefits package includes a medical, dental and vision plan.  Our growing list of benefits currently include the following:

• Competitive Compensation:  Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with full Gold Level (Tier 1) Group Medical Benefits, Pretax Employee Benefit Plan, plus performance incentives
• Group Health Insurance Health Benefits:  Group Health Insurance Including Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance: Contributions are deducted from pay on a Pretax basis - Employee and family coverage is available with employer contribution of 50% of Employee (only) premiums under the Health and Vision Plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield NC (Blue Options Medical Plan Code: PB07840 / Metallic Level: Gold - - bcbsnc.com‎) and Dental Plan (Ameritas - www.ameritas.com).
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement.  Eligible employees can make before-tax contributions to the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to help you save for retirement.  Contributions are deducted from pay on a pretax basis.  A wide range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner available to assist you. The Plan is a Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.  
• Vacation And Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits:  The flexibility of Paid Time Off (PTO) lets you set your own priorities. Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a parent-teacher conference, a doctor’s appointment, or any number of events in your life.  Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks | Holidays - 10 Federal Government.
• Pre-Tax Payment Programs:  Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP).  These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans:  We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The ProSidian Corporate Perks Benefit Program - Helping You Do More With Less:  https://ProSidian.CorporatePerks.com.  This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis.
• Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our management and operations consulting engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes; oftentimes there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace.  A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials based on past, present, and future work.
• Leverageable Experience and Thought Leadership:  By collaborating with firm leadership, other members of the team, as well as Fellows and collaborating partners in what is a flat organization, you'll make valuable professional connections, interact with clients daily, gain leverageable Experience, and contribute to Thought Leadership while you build a basket of marketable experiences.
• ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program:  ProSidian Consulting will pay up to $5k for all referrals (payments made after new hire has been employed for 90 days) for candidates submitted through our Employee Referral Program.
• Performance Incentives:  Due to the nature of our management and operations consulting engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
• Flexible Spending Account:  Pending

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• ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• ProSidian Consulting has made a pledge to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the “I Hire Military” Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina.  All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status.
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Risk Management | Compliance | Business Processes | IT Effectiveness | Engineering | Environmental | Sustainability | Human Capital

Risk Management | Compliance | Business Processes | IT Effectiveness | Engineering | Environmental | Sustainability | Human Capital