Principal Investigator - Fort Collins, CO

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: 4 days ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 01 Apr 2024

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information


Working Title Principal Investigator - Fort Collins, CO
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Research Professional Position Yes
Posting Number 202400359AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Project/Prgm Mngmt II
Number of Vacancies 1
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $95,000-$105,000
Employee Benefits
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Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 04/01/2024
Description of Work Unit
The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) is a research, education and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at CSU. CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DOD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.
To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/ .
Position Summary
A Principal Investigator position is available at the main campus of Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO.
One or more Principal Investigator (PI) positions are available with the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) at Colorado State University (CSU) to manage and implement CEMML’s existing projects and promote continued program development. PI responsibilities include overseeing multiple on-campus and off-campus personnel and a variety of complex projects throughout the United States and U.S. Territories. This position performs and directs substantive, project-oriented tasks, and is responsible for securing program/project funding; prepares proposals/budgets; and assumes fiscal and administrative responsibility for assigned projects, resources, and staff.
Responsibilities include:
  • Supervises multiple on-campus and off-campus personnel, including Research Associates, Professional/Individual Contributors, Hourly, and Students employees
  • Manages technical, support, research, and/or professional staff members at project and program levels.
  • Ensures program-level compliance with internal and external rules/policies.
  • Is responsible for oversight and management of Cooperative Agreements and program initiatives.
  • Is responsible for development, implement, and monitor project and organizational budgets.
  • Identifies staffing/resource requirements and needs.
  • Recruits and hires staff; prepares position descriptions and determines job qualifications; evaluates, interviews and participates in candidate selection.
  • Cultivates new clients and new projects with existing clients.
  • Adapts communication to different audiences.
Required Job Qualifications
  • Masters Degree in environmental science, natural resource management, anthropology, archaeology, cultural resources management, applied geospatial studies, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of post-graduate professional experience managing natural and/or cultural resource compliance projects and programs.
  • Applicable experience working with federal environmental regulations and legislation, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Water Act, National Historic Preservation Act and Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act.
  • Experience developing/writing new policies, guidelines, and management recommendations.
  • Supervisory experience at the departmental or organizational level.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
  • The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • PhD in environmental science, natural resource management, anthropology, archaeology, cultural resources management, applied geospatial studies, or related field.
  • Greater than 5-years of post-graduate professional experience managing natural and/or cultural resource compliance projects and programs
  • Experience developing, implementing, and ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures that meet organizational requirements.
  • Experience working in an academic settings with faculty, researchers, and university support offices.
  • Experience working with the Department of Defense or other federal land-managing agencies.
  • Demonstrated ability of working collaboratively and productively in multidisciplinary environments with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of project management principles, including management of budget and personnel, and stakeholder relations, and PMP certification or equivalent strongly desired.
  • Extensive management and leadership experience at department or organizational levels.
  • Experience collating, tracking, reviewing, and commenting on data and reports from contractors and/or subordinates to ensure that all documentation and deliverables are complete and comply with professional/contractual standards.
  • Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues and clients, as demonstrated by effective coordination and execution of multiple projects and staff simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated track-record of winning and administering grants, cooperative agreements, and/or contracts.
  • Must have strong organizational skills.
  • Strong written communication skills are essential.
  • Experience with public speaking and formal presentations.
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Program Management, Business Development
Duty/Responsibility
  • Leads assigned CEMML programs(s) and interfaces with CEMML Executive Committee to define program goals and objectives and establish expectations. 
  • Function as program specific subject-matter-specialist and ‘consultant’ resource for CEMML Senior Staff and other CEMML programs. 
  • Functions as a vocal and visible champion responsible for promoting CEMML program capabilities and qualifications to internal and external offices, partners, sponsors, clients, and collaborators.
Percentage Of Time 50
Job Duty Category Supervision
Duty/Responsibility
  • Provides direction, guidance, and support for team members (on-campus and off-campus). 
  • Hires and supervises full-time and temporary employees, approves weekly and monthly timekeeping, and conducts annual performance evaluations. 
  • Motivates and coaches team members to ensure successful staff and project performance. 
  • Assigns tasks and delegates effectively to Project Managers and individual project support staff, as applicable.
Percentage Of Time 15
Job Duty Category Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Administration
Duty/Responsibility
  • Establishes templates and standards for personnel performance, progress reporting, and deliverables, and provides QA/QC guidance and support for projects and deliverables. 
  • Reviews final deliverables prior to submittal to Installation POCs, Sponsors, and Stakeholders.
Percentage Of Time 5
Job Duty Category Communication
Duty/Responsibility
  • Consistently communicate in a respectful and professional manner with multiple offices and with all levels of management, coordinate/collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and regularly and routinely communicate with internal and external offices, partners and stakeholders.
Percentage Of Time 5
Job Duty Category Principal Investigator/Project Management
Duty/Responsibility
  • Meets and abides by all CSU requirements and expectations for a Principal Investigator, assuring projects are conducted in accordance with federal regulations and university and sponsoring agency policies and procedures. 
  • Is responsible for securing program/project funding; prepares proposals/budgets; assumes fiscal and administrative responsibility for projects, resources, and staff.
Percentage Of Time 25

Application Details


Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than April 1st, 2024 for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:
  • Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.
  • Resume
  • References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.


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    Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Special Requirements/Other - Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) and public trust clearance. Furthermore, candidates are required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal backgro
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