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This position is responsible for oversight and quality control of the program. Duties include statewide program direction and monitoring; develops and conducts training for bureau and regional staff, sets priorities and performance measures, evaluates performance and quality of work, distributes policies, performs data management functions, and performs a variety of duties related to the efficient operation of the program in meeting the goals of the bureau. The position reports to the Program Supervisor.

The Compliance Specialist oversees the quality of work of water rights staff including the staff in the regional offices. The Compliance Specialist has the responsibility of resolving problems of detail, establishing a statewide quality control process, in addition to reviewing work products for accuracy, adequacy and timeliness, and recommending training. Also collaborates with the Program Supervisor with work planning for the bureau and regional offices.

The Bear Conflict Prevention Coordinator (BCPC) will coordinate Swan Valley Connections’ Swan Valley Bear Resources (SVBR) Program in collaboration with partners and stakeholders. The majority of this position will involve coordinating the distribution of bear-resistant garbage containers, designing and constructing electric fences to exclude bears, and coordinating outreach and educational events. The BCPC will utilize a full range of conservation tools and will rely heavily on collaboration with SVC’s partners and Swan Valley stakeholders to develop and achieve prioritized program goals. The BCPC needs to be a strong leader, have good communication skills, and be able to motivate a collaborative group of partners representing a variety of vested interests. The position will develop strong working relationships with private landowners, community organizations, public agencies, businesses, volunteers, and conservation groups to implement these
efforts. The position will assist with storytelling, creating outreach materials, grant writing, and reporting. It is preferred that BCPC live in the Swan River Watershed (Condon, Swan Lake, Ferndale, or Bigfork). The BCPC will be supervised by the Managing Director of Conservation & Operations.

We are looking for a Mining Environmental Scientist with preference given to experience in groundwater hydrology and modeling, to join our team as part of the Air, Energy, and Mining Division’s Coal Mining Section. The Coal Mining Section is responsible for ensuring the reclamation of land affected by surface and underground mining activity and regulation of development of coal mines in order to maintain the integrity of Montana’s natural resources. 

The Mining Environmental Scientist performs advanced professional analysis of proposed and existing mines essential to the implementation of mining programs in the State of Montana. Responsibilities may include: Review and assess hydrologic conditions and corresponding mining impacts taking into account geologic considerations at existing and proposed mine sites, including areas to be or that have been drastically disturbed by mining; Assessing and responding to permit applications, amendments and revisions; Determining whether applications, amendments and revisions are in compliance with regulations and permit requirements; Reviewing and implementing state and federal statutes, rules, and policies; and Acting as a liaison for DEQ to the public and industry on matters related to mining impacts.   

The Adjudication Specialist (Specialist) performs a variety of duties associated with managing Montana’s water resources.  The Specialist works primarily with the adjudication programs in the Helena Regional Office. The Specialist analyzes statements of claim filed in the adjudication process, water right records, and other data sources to identify legal and factual issues, perform aerial photograph and regional analyses, interview claimants, synthesize this data, and report findings to the Water Court.  As decrees are issued, the Specialist evaluates and prepares comments regarding potential DNRC objections.  The Specialist also performs investigations, gives testimony in water rights cases, and provides assistance to the Water Court in collecting, checking, processing, recording, and maintaining water right claims, evidence, records, and case documents.  The Specialist provides assistance and information to other agencies and the public regarding state water use laws, water availability, and local water use patterns.  The program also provides information and support for the state water rights records system.

This position requires knowledge of Montana water law, relevant interstate and reserved water compacts, rules, policies, procedures, and government operations. The person in this position will need to have skill in reading, understanding, and interpreting land descriptions, as well as the ability to convey complex laws and technical information to the public in a clear and concise manner. An expertise in records research and report writing are also desirable. This position will also require the ability to understand water uses, measurements, and issues.

The New Appropriation Specialists (specialist) performs a broad variety of duties associated with managing Montana’s water resources.  Specialists work primarily with the Water Right Bureau’s New Appropriations program, while also providing technical assistance for each program administered by the Water Resources Division.  The primary tasks include analysis of issues pertaining to water use, availability and management; analysis and decisions; collection and analysis of technical water data; researching water use information; conducting field investigations to collect and evaluate water data; applying Montana Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) analysis and documentation to water right applications; investigating water use complaints; resolving disputes between water users; and performing other water resource management functions as required.

The Beaver Specialist will work to develop tolerance for beaver in FWP Region 3 and promote stream restoration by beaver and low-tech methods where appropriate. This work will include community outreach and education, hosting training events for local partners, and constructing targeted demonstration projects. This work requires specialized knowledge and skills in wildlife conflict resolution, and in techniques for non-lethal beaver management, as well as in building good relationships, credibility, and trust with landowners and key agency partners like MT FWP, USFS, and local government.
The Beaver Specialist will work under the guidance of the Montana Freshwater Partners, Montana, Fish, Wildlife & Parks, Defenders of Wildlife, and the National Wildlife Federation and learn about their goals to restore, enhance and protect Montana’s rivers, streams and wetlands while accurately representing their missions in all outreach. As part of a small, high-impact team, the Beaver Specialist plays a significant role delivering on-the-ground conservation results and building an informed, engaged base of constituents who will advocate for and support the cause for healthy watersheds.

The initial term is 5 months (mid April -mid September) at 32 hours per week, up to 640 hours. If additional funding is secured, there is a strong possibility to extend this term or expand scope of work. The hourly rate is $40 per hour. No benefits are provided with this contractual position. The selected contractor will be required to provide proof of an Independent Contractor Exemption or Worker’s Compensation and comply with all Montana and Federal laws. The Contractor must provide their own computer. Statement of Qualifications review begins on January 2nd and will continue until the right contractor is selected.

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, seeks a Program Officer for the Sustainable Ranching Initiative, based out of Montana. The Program Officer provides technical expertise to develop, prioritize, and coordinate private-land conversation projects for Sustainable Ranching Initiative (SRI). The Program Officer will grow existing capacity building efforts with local rancher led collaboratives. The Program Officer will also support fundraising proposals and developing conservation initiatives.
The person in this role must be based out of central or eastern Montana.

WWF is looking to fill this position as quickly as possible, pays a competitive salary, and has an excellent benefits package

This position is responsible for providing a broad variety of engineering expertise and support to the Water Resource Division (WRD), Compact Implementation Program (CIP), and the State’s compact obligations as described in Montana’s federal and tribal water compacts described in 85-20 MCA. CIP work frequently requires evaluating and understanding complex water rights to resolve questions related to compact implementation projects including infrastructure developments and changed circumstances. This position is responsible for providing a broad variety of hydrological and agricultural orientated engineering analysis and technical duties.

The position is supervised by the Compact Implementation Program Hydrologist Supervisor. The incumbent’s engineering work plan includes a collaborative effort between the engineer, supervisor, and program manager. The incumbent will work closely with DNRC engineers, hydrologists, and WRD stakeholders (Tribes, Federal partners, etc.); however, the position requires the incumbent to exercise considerable discretion, creativity, professional judgment and work independently and effectively without constant supervision. 

Questions can be directed to Attila Folnagy at afolnagy@mt.gov

The Montana Rangeland Resources Committee and the Rangeland Resource Program at DRNC will provide a unique opportunity for three students the summer of 2023. The successful applicants will have the opportunity to spend 2 weeks at each of the 6 host/mentor’s ranch operations.  

This internship is designed to offer beginning agriculturalists, natural resource and range specialists, biologists, soils majors or any student looking into natural resources, the real-world and hands-on experience implementing the educational tools already gained to a ranching operation. This paid internship will last for three months during the summer where interns will work and learn from mentoring ranchers from across the state of Montana. A monthly wage will be paid with room and board provided by the mentoring/host ranch. 

Students majoring in any natural resource related field are recommended to apply for this opportunity. 

Please note that the Internship Program is not designed solely as a working ranch hand position, but students will be responsible to help in any way possible throughout the summer doing various chores that are necessary for daily ranch operations. Interns will have the opportunity to learn about rangeland monitoring, plant and weed identification, rotational grazing, ranch economics, erosion control, habitat conservation and much more. 

There will be two parts to the application process for the Internship Program: approval of the application and a 2 part interview.

Missoula Conservation District (“District”) seeks an Outreach and Office Coordinator. The District is a political subdivision of the State of Montana, a regulatory agency, with a mission to promote sustainable resource management for all the natural resources within its boundaries. The District administers The Natural Streambed and Land Preservation Act of 1975 (310 Law) and manages conservation related grants, education, and equipment programs within Missoula County.
The Outreach and Office Coordinator position requires a team-oriented disposition, a demonstrated capacity to develop and maintain positive professional relationships with a diverse constituency, sustained attention to detail, the ability to excel in an occasionally stressful and fast-paced office work environment, and satisfaction working for a board-directed organization. Duties require excellent oral and written communication and the ability to maintain up-to-date proficiency with programs and technology related to office administration and outreach, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, WordPress themes and plugins, and database systems.

Position open until filled

The Senior Climate Conservation Associate (SCCA) plays a key role in GYC’s work to conserve the lands, waters, and wildlife in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Working with the Climate Change Coordinator and other GYC staff, the SCCA will help develop and execute GYC programs, campaigns, and projects across the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem that achieve GYC’s climate and conservation goals. Primarily, the SCCA will be responsible for helping develop and implement an ecosystem-wide program to identify priority watersheds as climate refugia, implement low-tech restoration projects, promote community floodplain protections, protect priority streams and rivers in southern Montana through Wild and Scenic Rivers designations, and build community support to address climate impacts to native fish and waters.
The position will also work with the Deputy Director of Conservation and other conservation staff to help develop and shape local, state, and federal policies on these issues. These campaigns are ecosystem-wide, with a portion of the work focused on Montana watersheds.

Applications will begin to be reviewed on December 1, 2022. Submissions are strongly encouraged before then. The position is open until filled.

The Montana Conservation Coordinator (MCC) is a senior level position that provides strategic leadership for GYC’s efforts to protect lands, waters, and wildlife within the Montana portion of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. The MCC develops and implements programs that achieve GYC’s longterm conservation goals. Specifically, the MCC leads GYC’s work to conserve key public lands, improve habitat connectivity, reduce human-wildlife conflicts, and shape local, state, and federal policy decisions. The MCC builds and maintains effective relationships with organizational partners, including agency staff, elected officials at all levels, landowners, Indigenous communities, and GYC supporters. The MCC collaborates and coordinates across the organization’s departments (conservation, communications, development) to ensure programmatic priorities in Montana align with GYC’s overarching strategic priorities. The position provides direction to and supervises Montana-based staff and contractors responsible for campaigns and projects.
An essential duty of the MCC is helping develop conservation goals for GYC’s work in Montana and planning and implementing effective strategies that advance the organization’s mission. This includes overseeing activities related to planning processes, legislation and policy making at the state and federal levels, participation in local collaboratives and partnerships, and implementing on-the-ground projects. The MCC represents GYC with government agencies and elected officials, the media, and with funders and supporters. Additionally, teamwork and working closely with the organization’s other offices and departments will ensure success. The MCC works under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Conservation and is a thought-leader and critical member of GYC’s senior conservation team.

Applications will begin to be reviewed on January 9, 2023. Submissions are strongly encouraged before then. The position is open until filled.

BSWC members work throughout Montana with a partner agency referred to as a “host site”.  BSWC is a year long extensive experience.  You will gain first hand skills with resource management, community engagement, and education.  Over your year, you will make a measurable difference in local conservation efforts while gaining valuable hands-on professional skills in natural resources. BSWC is offered through a partnership of the Montana Association of Conservation Districts, the Montana Watershed Coordination Council, and the Montana Conservation Corps.

Early Session (March 13th, 2023 – September 30th, 2023)

Late Session (May 1st, 2023 – September 30th, 2023)

I. Major Function: Under the direction of the Lead Educators, the Outdoor Education Specialist I is responsible for the delivery of educational programming. Outdoor Education Specialists are the face of the Glacier Institute. You will be responsible for instructing field courses to a wide variety of audiences, ranging from ages 5-95. Outdoor Education Specialists will lead educational hikes within Glacier National Park, as well as the surrounding Flathead National Forest. The Glacier Institute specializes in place-based, hands-on learning of the natural sciences and cultural history, and we strive to empower students of all ages.

II. Major Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Lead field-based outdoor educational programs to a variety of ages.

B. Provide quality customer service to all guests.

C. Manage students’ safety in unregulated outdoor environments by applying sound judgment, problem solving, and risk management skills.

D. Administer and document first aid and appropriate emergency responses.

E. Maintain a working knowledge of the Crown of the Continent Ecosystem and current applicable sciences.

F. Safely operate 15 passenger vans/buses to transport students down rough dirt roads, up the highly technical Going-to-the-Sun Road, and along highway corridors.

G. Display confidence and comfort working in adverse environmental conditions (snow, rain, 0°F – 100°F temperatures, mosquitoes/ticks, hazardous wildlife, etc.).

H. Represent the Glacier Institute in its mission and goals.

I. Periodically complete physically strenuous tasks during work days (e.g., shoveling, raking, trimming, mowing).

J. All other duties as assigned. 

The Montana Land Reliance (MLR) seeks a full-time Eastern Montana Land Steward to monitor MLR’s growing conservation easement portfolio in central and eastern Montana. MLR Land Stewards foster a cooperative relationship with easement landowners based on trust, respect, and fairness. They serve as the first point of contact on behalf of MLR for easement landowners and conduct annual visits to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of its easements. The position will also produce Resource Documentation Reports that accurately record the condition of properties for new conservation easement projects via narrative, mapping, and photographic data collection.

The Montana Land Reliance (MLR) seeks a full-time Southwest Montana Land Steward to monitor MLR’s growing conservation easement portfolio in southwestern Montana. MLR Land Stewards foster a cooperative relationship with easement landowners based on trust, respect, and fairness. They serve as the first point of contact on behalf of MLR for easement landowners and conduct annual visits to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of its easements. The position will also produce Resource Documentation Reports that accurately record the condition of properties for new conservation easement projects via narrative, mapping, and photographic data collection.

This position is a Floodplain Mapping Outreach Coordinator within the Water Operations Bureau Floodplain Mapping Program. This position requires experience and expertise in translating complex flood risk data, hydrologic and hydraulic information, regulations, and standards that affect communities and the public, both directly and indirectly. This position is responsible for coordination and facilitation with communities, FEMA, DNRC contractors, the press, the public and related stakeholders throughout the lifecycle of flood hazard mapping studies.

Travel: Frequent (up to 30%) travel to community meetings and project locations is necessary. May also be required to travel and attend trainings, community, and professional conferences in and out of state.

Position open until filled.

The University of Montana (UM) O’Connor Center for the Rocky Mountain West (OCRMW) is partnering with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to implement their Riparian and Wetland Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM) strategy. This protocol is targeted at collecting standardized inventory and long-term vegetation and soils data at multiple scales across BLM Districts in the Western U.S.

We are currently recruiting Crew Lead/Botanists with experience in botany, ecology, and soil science for data collection in Idaho and Nevada from May through August/September 2023 (exact dates vary by project).

The Crew Lead/Botanist will lead 2 technicians to collect vegetation and soils data in wetland and riparian ecosystems. Crews of 3 people work eight-day hitches: 10-hours/day, from Tuesday-Tuesday, with a six-day break between hitches. All positions are field-based and require working and camping in isolated regions. We askseasonal staff to commit to the entire field season, practice safety awareness, safe driving policies, and contribute to building a healthy, productive, and enjoyable work environment.

Applicants should understand that this is a physically demanding position. Crews often work and camp in inclement weather conditions, frequently navigating rough, unpaved roads in 4×4 vehicles, and carry heavy loads (40 lbs.) by foot over rugged desert and mountainous terrain. Sampling locations are occasionally near small towns, but these towns often have few amenities. Primitive camping is required. Cell phone service is limited.

• All positions include (tax-free):
  • $244 meal per diem per 8-day hitch
  • $300 one-time equipment stipend
  • $300 additional stipend upon completion of season

Applications review will begin December 7 and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Montana (UM) O’Connor Center for the Rocky Mountain West (OCRMW) is partnering with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to implement their Riparian and Wetland Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM) strategy. This protocol is targeted at collecting standardized inventory and long-term vegetation and soils data at multiple scales across BLM Districts in the Western U.S.

We are currently recruiting Technicians with experience in botany, ecology, and soil science for data collection in Idaho and Nevada from May through August/September (exact dates vary by project).

Technicians will work with a Crew Lead to collect vegetation and soils data in wetland and riparian ecosystems. Crews of 3 people work eight-day hitches: 10-hours/day, from Tuesday-Tuesday, with a six-day break between hitches. All positions are field-based and require working and camping in isolated regions. We ask seasonal staff to commit to the entire field season, practice safety awareness, safe driving policies, and contribute to building a healthy, productive, and enjoyable work environment.

Applicants should understand that this is a physically demanding position. Crews often work and camp in inclement weather conditions, frequently navigating rough, unpaved roads in 4×4 vehicles, and carry heavy loads (40 lbs.) by foot over rugged desert and mountainous terrain. Sampling locations are occasionally near small towns, but these towns often have few amenities. Primitive camping is required. Cell phone service is limited.

• All positions include (tax-free):
  • $244 meal per diem per 8-day hitch
  • $300 one-time equipment stipend
  • $300 additional stipend upon completion of season

Applications review will begin December 7 and will continue until positions are filled.

The Department of Natural Resources is looking for an Executive Director to manage the operations of both the Flathead Basin Commission and the Upper Columbia Conservation Commission.  The incumbent must reside in the Upper Columbia Basin.

The Executive Director is responsible for managing operations of both the FBC and UC3 as a direct report to the division administrator of CARDD.  Leading two distinct Commissions, this position is responsible for forming and implementing each Commission’s strategic and operational plans in cooperation with the respective Commission’s elected chairperson and executive committee. 

The FBC has a broad natural resource directive within a defined watershed scope (Flathead Basin).  Conversely, the UC3 has a narrower natural resource focus (AIS monitoring and education and outreach) on a regional scale.  Both have aspects of their operations that may involve working in cooperation with federal, state, local, and Tribal governments as well First Nations and provincial governments (British Columbia and Alberta, Canada) and private entities.  Operational aspects of both Commissions involve raising funds to support their programs and projects from public and private sources, monitoring the use of those funds, and reporting to the sponsoring entities on their accomplishments.

Both Commissions will require the Executive Director to ensure program compliance with applicable Tribal, state, and federal requirements and rules, and statutory responsibilities.  This involves administering existing programs; assessing, obtaining, and allocating necessary financial and human resources; researching and implementing new policies, rules, and programs; administering grants; assessing and evaluating the effectiveness of programs and services; and correcting program deficiencies. This work requires knowledge of the concepts and theories of public administration, natural resources management, water quality and quantity, finance, law and in some cases specialized scientific knowledge. It will entail the management of staff, budgets, and policies. 

The incumbent is responsible for performing a variety of educational, technical, on-site evaluations, and administrative duties relative to the Montana Floodplain Management Act and the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) as outlined in the annual CAP approved work plan tasks and the Montana Tiered State Framework.  These tasks and duties may be modified annually due to program requirements or changes. 

The position requires an extensive understanding and knowledge of FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and associated standards and guidance for community compliance and state regulations.

Position open until filled.

The ISAN Board of Directors is currently accepting applications for the Executive Director position. The Executive Director will provide operational and financial leadership for the organization, to ensure that all aspects are running at maximum effectiveness for the greatest impact. The Executive Director will lead and promote an organizational culture that values collaboration, transparency, responsiveness, accountability, and mission alignment.

Applications are being accepted until the position is filled. Based in Livingston, MT

We are looking for a Water Quality Monitoring Scientist to join our team at the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). DEQ’s Water Quality Monitoring and Assessment Section assesses whether state waters meet water quality standards and support beneficial uses. Beneficial use assessment is one step in the water quality planning process; it requires monitoring and informs Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) and water quality protection and restoration. Tracking changes in water quality may also be important to determine if conditions are improving or deteriorating over time. DEQ supports numerous professional and volunteer monitoring partnerships across Montana that align with our vision. 

The Water Quality Monitoring Scientist oversees monitoring programs and projects, provides training and oversight for data collection activities, completes complex monitoring, and produces reports about the condition and trends of Montana’s streams, lakes and reservoirs. The position determines if waters are meeting Montana’s water quality standards, evaluates water quality trends and investigates influencing factors that affect water quality conditions. Responsibilities include: Compiling and analyzing information about watershed and waterbody water quality, stream channel and riparian conditions, land-use and sources; Identifying and characterizing specific causes and possible sources of pollutants and biological responses; Conducting the installation, calibration, maintenance of field instruments; Developing and managing projects and contracts; Writing reports, providing public presentations, and entering decisions and rationale into databases; Providing expertise about measuring the effects of pollution on beneficial uses; Assisting in public education about water quality; Develop standard processes and scientific guidance documents.   

The Outreach Coordinator is an essential MWS administrative staff member supporting and assisting the Outreach and Admissions Director with both student outreach and at times student enrollment. This position is part of the MWS student outreach team and will assist the effort making connections to prospective students in schools, at conferences and film events, and building relationships with teachers, guidance school counselors, therapists, and youth organizations around the state of Montana.

This is a Full-Time Position with approximately 32 hours/week and a flexible
schedule. The contract will start in December 2022 for training and will be expected to be full time by January 1, 2023. The contract will run through July, 31, 2023 with the possibility of working further into the summer depending on enrollment and operations needs. Depending on organizational needs, year-round employment may be possible in future years.

Position open until filled.

The Fisheries Division develops programs and budgets to manage for aquatic resources. The Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Bureau is managed and coordinated by staff within the Department headquarters. Implementation of programs are accomplished by the respective AIS coordinators. The AIS Area Supervisor position serves as the regional watercraft inspection and decontamination supervisor and assists the AIS Prevention Specialist and the AIS Prevention Coordinator in carrying out specified AIS prevention and containment activities. Management decisions will often have local, statewide, and national effects on resource status and conservation.

This announcement looks to fill one full-time, year-round position. This position covers the southwest portion of Montana in FWP Region’s 2 and 3. The position will be based in southwest Montana in Missoula, Butte, Anaconda, Dillon, or Helena. 

The Glacier Institute is seeking candidates to join their leadership team as Lead Educators. The ideal candidates will have experience delivering educational programming, experience supervising staff, be willing to mentor less-experienced educators, and are interested in staying for multiple years to grow with the Institute. Lead Educators are the catalyst for communication, positivity, and growth within their staff. 

Under the direction of the Director of Education, the Lead Educator is responsible for overseeing the delivery of educational programming. Lead Educators are responsible for supervising our team of Outdoor Education Specialists, as well as instructing field-based education courses to a wide variety of audiences. The Education Team will lead in-depth hikes within Glacier National Park, as well as the surrounding Flathead National Forest. The Glacier Institute specializes in place-based, hands-on learning of the natural sciences and cultural history, and strives to empower students of all ages to become stewards of the natural world. They are looking for Lead Educators to specialize in one of two areas: Multi-Day Adult Education or Family Day Programs. This is a full-time, year-round position. 

Applications reviewed on rolling-basis.

The Choteau Area Port Authority (CAPA) in partnership with Choteau Chamber of Commerce (Chamber), Choteau Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) and other community organizations seeks to engage the contract services of a “Community Coordinator” to support and enhance the administrative, project, and coordination needs of the community.

The Coordinator will assist with administrative duties for CAPA and Chamber. The Coordinator will also assist with coordination of outreach on community projects – contacting individuals and organizations, promoting projects, facilitating grant writing and marketing needs, and informing the public on community activities.

The Community Coordinator position will be a contracted part-time position of approximately 15 hours per week but can vary depending on the time of year. Hourly range from $15 to $18 per hour. The initial contract baseline will be for $13,000 annually for two years, depending on skills and experience. While the coordinator may assist a variety of businesses and organizations, CAPA is the direct contractor. Respondents may have experience in community involvement, administrative duties, and public outreach. Good oral, written, and digital skills are important. Access to computer and phone required. Respondents should live in the Choteau area. CAPA would like to have a contract in place by December 2022. Start time is flexible.

The opportunity is to participate in ongoing research on wildlife genetics at the USFS Rocky Mountain Research Station’s National Genomics Center for Wildlife and Fish Conservation. The participant will particularly focus on designing molecular tests for the detection of native and invasive animal and plant species from environmental samples (i.e., eDNA sampling).

Learning Objectives: This research experience will include assessing available genetic information, generating new molecular sequencing data, and developing and testing new quantitative PCR assays. In addition to these technical laboratory skills, the participant will have opportunities to practice and receive feedback on their ability to communicate complex topics, both written and oral.

The participant’s training program will be orchestrated by the mentor to match the participant’s strengths, skills, and career development needs to available research projects at the National Genomics Center, but the participant will have the opportunity to collaborate with several research team members.

Mentor: The mentor for this opportunity is Taylor Wilcox (taylor.wilcox@usda.gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact the mentor.

Applications reviewed on a rolling-basis.

The Intermountain West Joint Venture (IWJV) is seeking a Sagebrush Communications Specialist to provide content development and other communications support to the IWJV’s sagebrush program and Partnering to Conserve Sagebrush Rangelands effort. This position is responsible for conveying the relevance of conservation to people. This means telling stories about conservation action benefiting ecological services, positively impacting the economy, and strengthening communities.

This position requires travel across the western U.S. to address annual work plan priorities. IWJV employees can be on the road up to one week per month. The location of the position is negotiable within the Intermountain West (WA, OR, CA, NV, NM, AZ, UT, WY, ID, MT, CO), with consideration given to your proximity to a regional airport with frequent services.

The Associate will help to advance the Conservation Finance Network’s effort to accelerate the pace and scale of land and resource conservation, restoration, and stewardship by expanding the use of innovative and effective funding and financing strategies. As part of this, the Associate will support a new capacity building and technical assistance program with the US Forest Service. Other duties include assisting with the development and facilitation of training activities, cross-sector convenings, educational outputs, and strategic communication. The Associate will work closely with the Executive Director, Director of Strategic Partnerships, Project and Operations Coordinator, and CFN Advisory Committee to increase CFN’s overall impact.

This is a remote position with an expected salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 depending on experience. This position is supported with grant funding through 8/31/2024 with a very likely possibility of extending beyond that date.

Applications accepted until position is filled.

The Rural Voices for Conservation Coalition will soon launch a refreshed Coalition engagement strategy to better connect their network of place-based conservation practitioners and build on RVCC’s strong history of elevating rural community perspectives in federal policymaking. With the support of a dedicated staff and Leadership Team and firm financial footing, the new Coalition Director will be well-positioned to lead this important effort while continuing to expand their portfolio of work around natural resources and economic development issues that affect rural communities across the West.
The next director will also be responsible for overseeing daily organizational affairs, leading fundraising strategies, and supporting their staff of three in the implementation and delivery of strategic objectives and project work. This person should be passionate about collaborative conservation, experienced in coalition-building, and familiar with natural resources policy and its impacts on rural communities. They’re also looking for someone committed to inclusive leadership who will recognize and support the collaborative and horizontal structure of RVCC’s team, and thrive in an environment of mutual learning and shared organizational and
project work.

Position open until filled.

The Public Lands Fellow will play a key role implementing The
Conservation Alliance’s broad portfolio of advocacy work on public land conservation with a specific focus on National Monument designations. The fellow will work closely with the Executive Director and Senior Director of Advocacy and Government Affairs to help achieve the organization’s strategic plan and long-term objectives.

By bringing the business voice to bear on conservation, this position will help protect North America’s outdoor places and wild places by moving legislative and administrative priorities across the finish line. The Fellow will work directly with Conservation Alliance member companies, staff, board members and grantees to build powerful coalitions and campaigns that conserve federal public lands across the United States. The fellow will also work with communications staff to engage, educate and inspire the business
community to engage in priority campaigns.

Beaver Institute seeks a Program Director for their keystone program, BeaverCorps. 

The BeaverCorps Training Program offers the only professional, non-lethal beaver management training program where students become experts in beaver wetland management. Training includes the design and proper installation of water control devices, Process-Based Restoration techniques and more. Graduates are certified as Beaver Wetland Professionals. The BeaverCorps Program Director will start at 10 hours a week with the potential to expand within 3-6 months to 20 hours a week. The goal is for the role to be full-time by 2024. 

This is an exciting position primed for a candidate who thrives in administration (spreadsheets, budgets, program management, data collection) but also has creative vision to lead as the program expands. With 54 current participants across the United States and Canada, with the goal to reach 100 by the end of 2023, the Program Director will be crucial in maintaining the quality and capacity of BeaverCorps. 

Additionally, as the position grows, the Program Director will assist in the development and roll out of the Beaver BioBank – an offshoot of BeaverCorps that will quantify the ecological and economic impact of the program on wetland protection including services. 

This position will start at $25-30/hour, contract, and can be performed remotely anywhere in the United States.

 Job will start in January 2023. 

The U.S. Forest Service’s Washington Office-National Forest System is seeking a Resource Assistant (RA) Fellow to work in the Wilderness and Wild and Scenic Rivers (WWSR) programs at the agency’s Northern Region Office in Missoula, MT. The National WWSR Fellow will have an opportunity to make important contributions and gain valuable experiences through collaboration with multiple interdisciplinary staff areas, agencies, and nongovernmental partners that are critical to the success of these two programs.  The Northern Region is responsible for the stewardship of 5 million acres of designated Wilderness and over 500 miles of designated Wild and Scenic Rivers. The WWSR regional programs are run by a small but ambitious staff that coordinates local, regional, and national efforts across all levels of the Forest Service. 

The National WWSR RA Fellow will work as a ‘Natural Resource Specialist’ at the GS-07 or GS-09 level, depending on education and previous experience. The fellow will have the unique opportunity to focus on a variety of projects across Montana and Idaho. The RA will work with staff at District, Forest, Regional, and Washington Office levels to complete a variety of projects focused on Diversity Equity and Inclusion, interpretation and education, training development, and other natural resource management needs. This will require assessing current programs through research and meeting with staff, field site visits, facilitating meetings to gather input from multiple resource areas and partners, and developing products to share findings. The RA will also serve on a team to help plan and host regional field-based training sessions. The RA will gain a better understanding of how the agency approaches partnerships, education, working with diverse communities, and promoting training for WWSR work.

Start Date: February 6, 2023 – October 6, 2023 (Approximate)

The Whitefish Lake Institute (WLI), a leader in water quality research and education, is seeking a Program Coordinator to join our non-profit team in Whitefish, Montana. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Program Coordinator will play a key role in multiple aspects and initiatives of the organization. As part of a small but high impact non-profit team, the Program Coordinator will play a significant role helping WLI fulfill its mission to protect and improve water quality in the Whitefish area.

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2022. Position open until filled

The Senior Climate Conservation Associate (SCCA) plays a key role in Greater Yellowstone Coalition’s work to conserve the lands, waters, and wildlife in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Working with the Climate Change Coordinator and other GYC staff, the SCCA will help develop and execute GYC programs, campaigns, and projects across the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem that achieve GYC’s climate and conservation goals. Primarily, the SCCA will be responsible for helping develop and implement an ecosystem-wide program to identify priority watersheds as climate refugia, implement low-tech restoration projects, promote community floodplain protections, protect priority streams and rivers in southern Montana through Wild and Scenic Rivers designations, and build community support to address climate impacts to native fish and waters.

The position will also work with the Deputy Director of Conservation and other conservation staff to help develop and shape local, state, and federal policies on these issues. These campaigns are ecosystem-wide, with a portion of the work focused on Montana watersheds.

Applications will begin to be reviewed on December 1, 2022. Submissions are strongly encouraged before then. The position is open until filled.

The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest (Region 1, USFS) is seeking someone interested in an entry-level fisheries management position. This position will work directly with USFS district rangers, resource specialists, Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks, Trout Unlimited, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).

The Resource Assistant (RA) will assist with various routine and complex tasks involving the conservation of native fish and important recreational fisheries in the upper Missouri and Blackfoot rivers. 

The Montana Weed Control Association is a member-based nonprofit organization whose mission is working together to strengthen and support noxious weed management efforts in Montana.
They are seeking a natural born leader looking to implement their leadership style and oversee operations from: administering policies and resource development to financial oversight and legislative advocacy. Be the face of the organization and collaborate with their members to communicate and market to the general public.

 The Research Assistant (RA) will serve as the Regional Assistant Monitoring and Climate Change Coordinator working closely with the Regional Inventory, Monitoring, Assessment, and Climate Change Coordinator to accomplish the following tasks.

1. Coordinate with Regional resource specialists to finalize and update Climate Vulnerability Assessment (VA) Summaries. (30%)

2. Develop webinars with Regional resource specialists to roll out VA summaries to unit-level specialists. (20%)

3. Support the development of the Regional Climate Action Plan in coordination with other Regional resource specialists. (25%)

4. Coordinate climate change decision pathways workshop with local municipality (10)% Monitoring 1. Coordinate the completion of land management monitoring reports with field units (15%)

The Montana Rangeland Resources Committee and the Rangeland Resource Program at DRNC will provide a unique opportunity for three students the summer of 2023. The successful applicants will have the opportunity to spend 2 weeks at each of the 6 host/mentor’s ranch operations.  

This internship is designed to offer beginning agriculturalists, natural resource and range specialists, biologists, soils majors or any student looking into natural resources, the real-world and hands-on experience implementing the educational tools already gained to a ranching operation. This paid internship will last for three months during the summer where interns will work and learn from mentoring ranchers from across the state of Montana. A monthly wage will be paid with room and board provided by the mentoring/host ranch. 

Students majoring in any natural resource related field are recommended to apply for this opportunity. 

Support position requiring certain specialized skills and knowledge to assist the Tribal Attorneys and technical positions in the Department of Engineering and Water Resources’ (DEWR). Incumbent is responsible for maintaining and monitoring of web-based and content management resources to ensure proper functionality of the DEWR official website and internal database systems. The position is under the direct supervision of the DEWR Manager and receives general guidance regarding database and website decisions, recommendations and initiation of action, as well as evaluating prudency in relation to website and database design. The Specialist requires the ability to perform or assist with any web or databased operations as required to maintain Department workflow and to meet schedules. The Specialist must possess specialized training, experience, skills and knowledge to administer and maintain the DEWR website and databases. Errors in work may result in increased program costs, loss or reduction of services, delays and inconvenience to employees, and negative public image and relations for the Department and CS&KT as a whole.

The GIS Analyst is a full-time, highly technical, professional-level position working in the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ (CSKT) Natural Resources Department in the Division of Engineering and Water Management Program. The incumbent will serve as the primary geospatial analyst and GIS resource for the Division, and will work within the Information Technology Services and Support Group under the direct supervision of the Division Manager.

The Youth Programs Manager (YPM) staff position is based out of a Montana Conservation Corps (MCC) Youth Program office and is responsible for the management and development of programs serving primarily high school youth.  Primary duties include hiring, training and supervision of AmeriCorps members to serve as youth program leaders, as well as the supervision of Youth Program Coordinators and Senior Expedition Leaders.  Additional duties include youth participant recruitment and enrollment, coordination of community service events, field logistics management and all aspects of youth program implementation. Activities will include programming. The Youth Program Manager works collaboratively with the youth program team and must develop and maintain a good working relationship with Youth Crew Leaders and participants, parents/guardians, project partners, community partners, and other program and statewide staff.

Classification: Regular Full-Time
Status: Exempt
Bi-Weekly Salary: $1,840, Health Insurance, 401K after one year, Travel/Food reimbursement
Location: Kalispell or Bozeman, MT (Kalispell preferred)
Position Dates: 1/9/2023-10/13/2023

The Program Coordinator-Individual Placement Programs (PC) position is responsible for supporting and strengthening the overall programming of the Montana Conservation Corps’ (MCC) Individual Placement Programs (IP). The PC works under the direct supervision of the Program Manager of Individual Placement Programs to ensure successful implementation of IP programming. The PC must establish and maintain a good working relationship with IP members, Host Site staff, community members, volunteers, MCC staff and additional IP partners.

Classification: Regular, Full-time, non-exempt
Wage: $20 per hour, health/dental insurance, 401K after one year, mileage/food reimbursement for travel, professional development opportunities
Location: Bozeman, MT

The Butte office of the Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology seeks a highly motivated groundwater modeler to develop and apply models for water resources evaluation. The MBMG’s Ground Water Investigation Program evaluates local- to regional-scale hydrogeologic systems, with studies that encompass groundwater/surface-water interactions, and groundwater quantity and quality. With a focus on modeling, the successful candidate will also design projects, collect and interpret geologic and hydrologic data, and write reports.

The hiring level will range from an Assistant to Associate Research Hydrogeologist dependent on qualifications and experience at the time of offer. The MBMG is a department of Montana Technological University, but this is a non-tenurable, non-teaching position. Employer sponsorship of work visas is not available.

Assistant Research Hydrogeologist: Master’s Degree and 3 years relevant experience or Doctoral Degree, or

Associate Research Hydrogeologist:  Master’s Degree and 8 years relevant experience or Doctoral Degree and 5 years’ experience.

Application reviews will begin on November 7, 2022. Priority will be given to applications received by that date, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

The quality and quantity of water in the West is heavily dependent on the lands that surround the West’s waterways, including the forested headwaters that regulate the supply and release of snowmelt, and the riparian and wetland areas that filter, enhance, and extend water supplies. Therefore, the National Wildlife Federation is seeking a Director of Western Water to focus on improving land management policies and practices that foster resilience and sustainability of the West’s water resources, including the conservation of headwaters and the restoration and protection of riparian corridors.

The Director of Western Water is responsible for advancing the organization’s efforts to achieve the following vision: “There is adequate water for people and wildlife in the West through sustainable and equitable land management policies and practices. Headwaters and riparian ecosystems that are critical to water quality and quantity are conserved, restored and resilient to support wildlife habitat and equitable community needs.”  The Director will lead coalitions and projects that help to achieve this vision, while collaborating across NWF regions and programs to achieve greater benefits for water in the West. The work will primarily be focused on: (1) headwaters conservation and management; and (2) riparian connectivity and restoration. Please see the Western Water Concept for more information about these focus areas.

This position may be based anywhere in the continental Western U.S.  Coordination with NWF program partners will require in-person travel to regional offices (Denver and Missoula), as well as to the National Advocacy Center in Washington, D.C. and project locations across the West.  Regular travel will be required, anticipating 10-15 trips per year, 20-30 nights per year. While travel is limited during Covid-19, we expect in-person relationship building to occur strategically until travel becomes more feasible.

The Great Basin Institute (GBI) partners with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) throughout the western United States to implement vegetation monitoring programs such as the BLM’s Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM) program. The AIM program is a BLM initiative to collect field data on rangeland indicators characterizing soil, vegetation, and hydrologic resources with an overarching goal to inform land management decisions and conservation actions.

The BLM manages approximately 8.3 million surface acres of land within the states of Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota. The BLM is mandated to conduct land health monitoring to document effectiveness of the decisions established in its Resource Management Plans, to determine treatment effectiveness, to evaluate habitat conditions, and for other related land management purposes.  GBI seeks to fill a qualified data specialist to work at a BLM office within Montana to assist BLM staff with review and completion of Quality Assurance (QA) / Quality Control (QC) procedures for AIM datasets, provide technical support and training to field staff in the use of ArcGIS Collector and Survey123, work with BLM staff on data management and storage issues for AIM and related datasets, and complete basic analysis and reporting using AIM data as needed for completion of BLM business. All processes shall occur in accordance with the most recent versions of information posted on the BLM website (https://www.blm.gov/aim). The data specialist will work with the BLM Montana State Office Monitoring Coordinator for identification and completion of day-to-day tasks, as well as daily work directly with BLM staff and periodically participate in data analysis meetings led by Headquarters and/or the National Operations Center AIM team to share ideas and for additional support.

This position offers fulltime in-person work at one of the BLM State or Field Offices or a combination of in-person and remote work with at least one day at a BLM office in Montana once every 1-2 weeks. Additional travel will be required for training, to support field crews, and for workshops on incorporating AIM data into BLM decision making processes.

Contract Timeline: one year, 12 month term. The ideal start date is November 14, 2022 but flexible.

The Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative (Y2Y) is seeking a senior professional to be their next Director of Landscape Connectivity. This position is responsible for ensuing key functional wildlife corridors connect core habitats within priority areas of the Y2Y landscape. This position leads our work to ensure functional wildlife corridors maintain, enhance and restore ecological connectivity among and between protected areas where a) connectivity is already compromised; b) activities threaten to sever existing connectivity and/or c) that are key to connecting core areas and supporting resilience to climate change. All of our work is highly collaborative and requires working from local to regional scales and on key national and global enabling policies.

The location for this position is flexible and places within a short drive of an airport in the Idaho or Montana portion of the Y2Y landscape are preferred.

Position open until filled.

The City of Missoula is looking for an entry-level Environmental Technician to serve as a program assistant within the Stormwater Division of Public Works & Mobility. This role will work as a collaborative team member in the office and the field to help programs through various data entry, administrative, and technical duties.

The Environmental Specialist will input data into our existing structure, edit data and maintain accuracy, and interact with City employees and public members as needed to support the mission of Stormwater Utility.

Greater Yellowstone Coalition (GYC) seeks a Wind River Conservation Organizer to play a key role in major campaigns to protect the lands, waters, and wildlife of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE). The GYE is a remarkable natural landscape: home to a complete array of native wildlife, the headwaters of the west, an important place in the history of conservation, and of deep importance to Native Americans who have made this place home since time immemorial.

The Wind River Conservation Organizer will work to build local capacity and to conserve the lands, waters, and wildlife on and around the Wind River Indian Reservation (WRIR) within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Position open until filled with application review starting October 3rd.

Geum Environmental Consulting, Inc. is based in Hamilton, Montana.  We provide ecological restoration planning and design services for projects throughout Montana and Idaho.  Our involvement in projects includes all phases including site selection, assessment, planning, permitting, design, and construction oversight. We are approaching our 20^th year in business and our nine staff have expertise in restoration ecology, biology, botany, wetlands, water resources, wildlife biology, and GIS/CAD with more than 100 years of combined experience.

This position will support several long-term, large-scale environmental restoration, remediation and mitigation projects in Montana and Idaho.  Geum’s current active projects include Upper Clark Fork remediation and restoration near Deer Lodge, Montana; Kootenai River Habitat Restoration Program near Bonners Ferry, Idaho; environmental support of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ Water Compact implementation on the Flathead Indian Reservation; and a variety of other stream and wetland restoration projects.  Necessary attributes include proven strong writing ability outside an academic setting; ability to work long days outdoors in inclement weather in addition to working extended periods in an office setting. Competency in GIS and/or Civil 3D is required.  Experience using HEC-RAS or other hydraulic modeling programs is desired.  Other desirable skills include commercial drone pilot license, plant identification, hydrologic analysis, soil science, surveying, and statistical analysis.  A four-year degree in a natural resources or engineering field is required, and a Master’s degree (or other advanced degree) is preferred.  This full-time position is based at our Hamilton, Montana office and it is not a remote position.  This is a salaried position and includes benefits such as paid time off, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Position open until filled.

• Develops, assembles, evaluates, adapts, and presents in tabular or graphic form, technical data in the fields of water data collection, stage data, stream discharge, rainfall, and wind gaging that includes special flow computations.
• Develops, assembles, evaluates, adapts, and presents in tabular or graphic form, technical data in the fields of current velocity analyses, flow and discharge estimations, and special data collection and study programs.
• Prepares criteria for use in calibrating stream flow in open and controlled channels.
• Makes detailed analyses for use by hydrologists and engineers in considering possibility of applying engineering theories to the rise and fall of water, water slopes, natural and artificial controls, and etcetera.
• Collects data from field recording instruments and makes on-site measurements of study area conditions. Assists on field survey crews in the collection of resource data.
• Prepares a variety of charts, graphs, and figures for data analysis and publication. Prepares correspondence, in draft form, relating to all phases of the work, and initiates directives for securing data needed.
• Maintains liaison with other elements of the Forest and Ranger District, with Forest Service personnel at higher echelons, with other Federal, state, and local agencies.
• Maintains liaison with other elements of the Forest and Ranger District with public and private interests having a common interest in the collection and dissemination of the hydrological data.
• Services, repairs, and installs a variety of hydrologic instruments.

Quivira Coalition’s New Agrarian Program offers 8-month immersive apprenticeships in regenerative agriculture in partnership with mentor ranchers and farmers throughout the West. The program seeks to provide the next generation of producers with hands-on mentoring from dedicated land stewards who practice regenerative methods of food production, provide excellent animal care, and are skilled and dedicated teachers.

The NAP Northern Plains manager will work closely with the NAP Northern Plains coordinator and the rest of the NAP team to support mentor ranches and apprentices in Montana, the broader Northern Great Plains region, and beyond. The NAP manager is a people-oriented facilitator who has worked with ranchers and farmers and/or in experiential education. An ideal candidate enjoys working with seasoned ranchers and farmers, mentoring young professionals in agriculture, and is passionate about solving current food production and ranching/farming challenges. This person ideally is based in Montana within close proximity to current NAP mentor sites; has the flexibility to travel to ranches and farms, and the capacity to engage with the Quivira team remotely; and is computer literate. The position also requires travel to conferences, presentations, and other work events (25-35 percent of work time is out of office).

The NAP Northern Plains manager will be tasked with helping to provide support to NAP program mentors and apprentices in Montana and Wyoming. They will also work closely with mentor operations to help guide them through the apprentice application and hiring processes, partner with the NAP team to deliver mentor training, assist with apprentice orientation, conduct site visits to mentor ranches, complete monthly check-ins with mentor ranchers and apprentices, provide support on supplemental education webinars and assist in planning land health and livestock workshops. The NAP Northern Plains manager will also facilitate and provide guidance for both apprentices and mentors throughout their year together.

The NAP Northern Plains manager is responsible, in partnership with the NAP team, for recruitment, implementation, and partial fundraising for Quivira’s apprenticeship program.

32 positions (GS 3-5)
This position does intensive reach scale stream surveys. Using one of the most rigorously tested sampling protocols available, technicians collect information on a variety of stream attributes including pools, channel geometry, substrate, streambank characteristics, gradient, water chemistry, large woody debris, and macro-invertebrates. Technicians will become familiar with a variety of sampling procedures and will apply them to a wide range of stream systems.

Successful applicants will have the following:

• Coursework in natural resources, especially fisheries and water resources
• Field experience collecting fisheries or stream habitat data
• Outdoor/field experience (job requires camping for extended periods of time)
• An excellent attitude and a willingness to learn

Positions will begin mid-May and extend through at least early September, with a high probability of extending longer. Over the past several years work has been extended into the middle of October. The duration of the field season will depend on workload, available personnel, fire season, etc. We will accommodate students who need to start school in August. However, all students will be expected to work through early-August. Work is divided into 14-day pay periods; all technicians work 8 consecutive ten-hour days with the following 6 days off.

16 positions (GS 3-5)

This position involves collecting vegetation data to determine condition of riparian areas. You will learn a variety of sampling techniques and how to identify many riparian plant species including: sedges, grasses, forbs, willows, and other woody plants.

Successful applicants will have the following:

• At least one plant taxonomy course
• Experience identifying plants using dichotomous keys (such as the Flora of the Pacific Northwest, by Hitchcock and Cronquist)
• Field experience/coursework collecting vegetation data and/or identifying grasses, sedges, woody plants, rangeland plants, etc. Outdoor/field experience (job requires camping for extended periods of time)
• An excellent attitude and a willingness to learn

Positions will begin mid-May and extend through at least early September, with a high probability of extending longer. Over the past several years work has been extended into the middle of October. The duration of the field season will depend on workload, available personnel, fire season, etc. We will accommodate students who need to start school in August. However, all students will be expected to work through early-August. Work is divided into 14-day pay periods; all technicians work 8 consecutive ten-hour days with the following 6 days off.

We are looking for a Water Quality Monitoring Scientist to join our team at the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). DEQ’s Water Quality Monitoring and Assessment Section assesses whether state waters meet water quality standards and support beneficial uses. Beneficial use assessment is one step in the water quality planning process; it requires monitoring and informs Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) and water quality protection and restoration. Tracking changes in water quality may also be important to determine if conditions are improving or deteriorating over time. DEQ supports numerous professional and volunteer monitoring partnerships across Montana that align with our vision. 

The Water Quality Monitoring Scientist oversees monitoring programs and projects, provides training and oversight for data collection activities, completes complex monitoring, and produces reports about the condition and trends of Montana’s streams, lakes and reservoirs. The position determines if waters are meeting Montana’s water quality standards, evaluates water quality trends and investigates influencing factors that affect water quality conditions. Responsibilities include: Compiling and analyzing information about watershed and waterbody water quality, stream channel and riparian conditions, land-use and sources; Identifying and characterizing specific causes and possible sources of pollutants and biological responses; Conducting the installation, calibration, maintenance of field instruments; Developing and managing projects and contracts; Writing reports, providing public presentations, and entering decisions and rationale into databases; Providing expertise about measuring the effects of pollution on beneficial uses; Assisting in public education about water quality; Develop standard processes and scientific guidance documents.   

At the Department of Environmental Quality, our ultimate goal is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana. DEQ employees are the heart of our organization. We value the people and invest in their professional growth, promoting a culture of cross-agency collaboration as we find solutions to the environmental challenges we face. DEQ values – leadership, accountability, customer service, efficiency, excellence, and decision making – are fundamental to our work. Come be a part of the Department of Environmental Quality! 

The Water Quality Monitoring Scientist position includes a career ladder for professional development and pay progression. 

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall administration and management of Montana Wilderness School including raising the annual budget, managing 8-12 administrative staff, organizational policy development and administration, fiscal management, and public relations. The Executive Director, along with the Board of Directors, is responsible for formulating and implementing the plan to fulfill MWS’ philosophy, mission, goals, and objectives.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about the MWS mission, excited to be working alongside an amazing staff of heart-driven people, and bring positive energy to an inspirational outdoor education school. Strong candidates should aim to continue building the MWS culture through teamwork and a spirit of comradery.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The Invasive Species Action Network’s Board of Directors is seeking an Executive Director to keep our successful momentum and expand our efforts. The Executive Director will provide operational and financial leadership for the organization, to
ensure that all aspects are running at maximum effectiveness for the greatest impact. The Executive Director will lead and promote an organizational culture that values collaboration, transparency, responsiveness, accountability, and mission alignment.
If you’re interested in leading a conservation effort that has the capacity to make a lasting impact in our changing world, then Invasive Species Action Network is an ideal place to apply your expertise. The Executive Director position allows for creative direction and the opportunity to capitalize on candidate skill sets.

Please submit a resume including references and a 2-minute video explaining your interest in the position. Video should be uploaded/shared via YouTube. Deadline to submit October 1, 2022.
Questions or submissions email : info@stopais.org

Under the direction of the Manger of Hydro License Compliance, the Compliance License Specialist is primarily responsible for supporting compliance activities related to FERC relicensing and other regulatory requirements related to fisheries, wildlife or water quality.  

This position is responsible for performing a broad variety of duties associated with managing water resources within the Flathead Indian Reservation under the direction of the Water Engineer, Board and the Unitary Administration and Management Ordinance (“Ordinance”). The specialist works primarily with Office of the Engineer’s staff, on-reservation water users, the Tribes’ water resources staff, and the State DNRC’s Compact Implementation Program staff. Primary tasks include analysis of issues pertaining to water use, availability and management; analysis and decisions; collection and analysis of technical water data; researching water use information; conducting field investigations to collect and evaluate water data; applying the Ordinance, analysis and documentation to water right applications; investigating water use complaints; and performing other water resource management functions as required. This position is under the supervision of the Water Engineer.

Priority screening will start Aug 31, 2022.

Applications accepted until an adequate applicant pool is received.

The Montana State Director is a member of The Wilderness Society’s (TWS) Conservation program team who plays a leading role in advancing the organization’s mission to unite people to protect America’s wild places and our vision to create a future where people and wild nature flourish together, meeting the challenges of a rapidly changing planet. The State Director will help develop and support major aspects of the organization’s work in Montana, including assisting TWS’s national campaign or policy priorities tied to our collective impact results. 

The person in this role will be central to partner and philanthropic relationships in the state, support TWS’ landscape conservation work in close partnership with relevant landscape directors and teams, as well as help advance community-led conservation to ensure all people in the state benefit equitably from public lands. In addition to directly managing relevant staff, the State Director also provides support, strategic guidance, and direction to additional staff outside of the state office who contribute to our work. The State Director plays a critical role in cultivating and managing relationships with a wide range of partners, supporters, and the press, as well as with federal, state, and tribal officials and their staffs to advance conservation outcomes and other shared goals developed with partners.

The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced leader and strong project manager who works collaboratively and will ensure The Wilderness Society’s Montana conservation work is well integrated across all parts of the organization.  This person will bring strategic focus in helping to achieve the organization’s priorities in Montana and ensure we approach our conservation work in a manner that is equitable in terms of who benefits from conservation outcomes and inclusive in terms of the partners we engage.

The Montana State Director plays a critical role in establishing and reinforcing an inclusive organizational culture that is grounded in trust and accountability to shared goals and outcomes. TWS has made diversity, equity, and inclusion strategic priorities for the organization. This leader will integrate these priorities throughout our work in the state, from expanding our partnerships to bringing an equity lens to facets of the job. Across our team, we aspire to be campaign -oriented, nimble, collaborative, innovative, transparent, solution-oriented, and supportive of staff – our greatest asset. 

The Petroleum County Conservation District and the Central and Eastern Montana Invasive Species Team (CEMIST) is seeking a professional program coordinator for up to 40 hrs/week.

The ideal candidate will have an understanding of communities east of the continental divide and a basic knowledge of invasive species in Montana, their treatment, and their prevention methods.  It is expected that the coordinator will work from an office space in Winnett, Lewistown, or other central Montana community.  The coordinator will use his/her own vehicle; however, approved travel costs will be paid by the PCCD at the state mileage and per diem rates.
This person will work with CEMIST members and a professional facilitator to create a strategic plan and action plan and then work towards completing that action plan.  In-state travel is necessary.

All documents should be emailed to petroleumcd@macdnet.org. Call 406-429-4832 for more information.

Communications Coordinator will work with Executive Director, Stream Team, Citizen Science Coordinator, and other staff to provide the needed communications for Watershed Education Network (WEN). This includes: document and publicize events through flyers/pamphlets, social media, newsletter, contact with news personnel, etc. The goal of this position is to keep the public aware of ongoing WEN activities and programs, and to promote the mission of fostering watershed awareness through science and outreach. Can work remotely if needed.

Lewis and Clark County Public Health, Environmental Services Division is recruiting for a Hydrology/Geologist to join our team!  Under direction of the Water Quality District Program Supervisor, this position performs lead work in the areas of water quality and water supply testing and research. 

Requirements

The  knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a four (4) year degree in geology, hydrology, hydrogeology, engineering and three (3) years of experience in the field of hydrology, hydrogeology, or environmental sciences.  A master’s degree in geology, hydrology, hydrogeology or environmental sciences and five (5) years of experience is preferred.

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case by case basis.

The Montana Chapter Director provides vision, direction, and coordination between Montana-based Sierra Club staff and volunteer leaders while helping to engage our thousands of chapter members in our work to advance climate solutions; protect lands, water, wildlife; increase access to the outdoors; and act for justice. This person also carries out the policies, priorities and objectives of the Executive Committee (Board) for the assigned areas of chapter programs and operations. They are responsible for managing staff and financial resources for the assigned areas. The director helps to establish and maintain functioning committee and team structures, like the political, legislative, and executive committees, and will help establish a new statewide climate justice team & Chapter-based lands/ water/ wildlife team. The director will also take lead on fundraising, building relationships with partner organizations, and setting objectives and strategy for the Chapter

RVCC is hiring a new Coalition Director! This person will help launch our new Coalition engagement strategy while continuing to expand our portfolio of work around natural resources and economic development issues that affect rural communities across the West. The Coalition Director will also be responsible for overseeing daily organizational affairs, leading fundraising strategies, and supporting staff in the implementation and delivery of strategic objectives and project work.

The position will remain open until filled, but initial application review will begin September 6th.

This position is a full-time, technical, professional-level position working in the Tribes’ Natural Resources Department within the Division of Engineering and Water Resources.

• Set program objectives and direction for the Tribes’ Water Monitoring & Measurement Program.
• Performs or oversees various hydrologic analyses included forest hydrology, NEPA analysis, environmental permit review, and hydrologic support for Tribal and partner agencies.
• Engages locally interested parties on matters associated with Compact Implementation.
• The incumbent will also have the opportunity to engage in a number of different technical projects related to water measurement, irrigation water management, and various water resource topics.

Please contact Casey Ryan, Compact Resources Officer for more information: casey.ryan@cskt.org or 406.675.2700 ext. 6207

All interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

The Director will oversee the “Connecting Opportunities for Native Nations & Empowering Collaboration Together” (CONNECT) team in the Northern Great Plains (NGP) with the goal of supporting Native nation efforts to conserve and restore grasslands ecosystems and wildlife and contribute to improved food security and economic development related to conservation of their natural resources. This entails developing and maintaining relationships with Native nations, as well as engaging with other public and private sector partners, to support the realization of our shared visions. The role will lead a team of 5 employees; develop and prioritize strategies to meet the program’s objectives; measure progress toward program goals; oversee the team in designing and implementing a variety of programs focused on supporting local visions and strategies that aim to bolster ecological, economic, and community benefits such as: restoration planning, capacity building, community engagement and outreach, supporting financing through grants and fundraising, wildlife management efforts, and implementation of on-the ground wildlife conservation activities. Our current collaborative work with Native communities focuses on black-footed ferret and plains bison restoration, a communal lands project at Pine Ridge Reservation, and supporting the goals of the Buffalo Nations Grasslands Alliance (BGNA) across the NGP region.

Performs advanced level administrative support duties for programs that build conditions that support the health of people, environments, and communities for the Environmental Health Division of the Missoula City-County Health Department.

Representative Examples of Work

Serves as administrative support lead for one or more major environmental health programs; performs data entry for environmental programs requiring specialized programmatic knowledge; maintains logs; manages inspection data; maintains electronic and hard copy files. Answers inquiries from the public about a wide variety of environmental health issues and County or departmental policies, rules and regulations.  Assists in the dissemination of information necessary to implement programs and County or departmental policies. Performs complex administrative support work requiring the exercise of independent judgment. Takes meeting notes and prepares minutes. Composes and prepares correspondence.  Creates reports and forms.  Obtains information to complete detailed forms and applications. Assists in obtaining and compiling information and data for use in special reports; uses software to maintain department web pages; conducts research on assigned subjects; uses database applications to run reports and create graphs or charts for reports; may use desk top publishing to create brochures; newsletters or other publications. Participates in quality improvement projects, quality assurance, strategic work plans, and emergency response. Performs administrative and support tasks including:   reception of callers and visitors; scheduling appointments and special events; preparing schedules, disseminating mail and other information; maintaining files; preparing payroll forms; receiving payments by credit card, check and cash; balancing receipts to daily reports; and managing invoice system.

Greater Yellowstone Coalition (GYC), seeks a Director of Conservation to play a key role in major campaigns to protect the lands, waters, and wildlife of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

The Director of Conservation is an energetic and strategic leader driving GYC’s conservation programs across the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, which includes parts of three states – Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. Synthesizing information from science, politics, and public opinion, the Director guides high profile conservation campaigns and projects that protect the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and engages a wide range of agencies, partner organizations, stakeholders, and decision-makers.

Position open until filled.

The Connectivity Science Coordinator will contribute to the mission, vision, and objectives of the Center for Large Landscape Conservation and be an integral part of the science team. They will support projects to conserve ecological connectivity and avoid and mitigate fragmentation by linear infrastructure. This position will support the science team internally, support spatial and social science projects, share science capacity with projects and communities around the world, and contribute toward advancing cutting-edge science. The ideal candidate will have an MA or MS degree, a background in science or related field, and experience with GIS system software, along with excellent writing, facilitation, and presentation skills.

The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is looking for an Adaptive Management Program Scientist to join their team in the Water Quality Planning Bureau of the Water Quality Division. This position’s main focus is to develop and review Adaptive Management Plans through DEQ’s Adaptive Management Program (AMP). The AMP Scientist will review, verify, and approve Adaptive Management Plans, which include implementation of water quality monitoring and watershed improvement activities for pollutant load reductions. The AMP Scientist position supports DEQ’s mission to assure that water quality is maintained & improved so that state waters can support all their beneficial uses.  

Primary responsibilities of this position include: Reviewing submitted Adaptive Management Plans based on criteria established in rule and providing feedback to permittees; Analyzing water quality data, pollutant source information, and proposed improvement activities; Evaluating Adaptive Management Plans, including watershed monitoring and nonpoint source pollution reduction activities for scientific rigor and potential for implementation; Coordinate proactively with other internal DEQ program personnel and external stakeholders to provide guidance and promote submission of approvable Adaptive Management Plans; Documenting watershed improvements where the AMP is active and evaluating the existing plans in an adaptive fashion. 

The Petroleum County Conservation District (PCCD) will hire a coordinator to be based in either Winnett or Lewistown to coordinate Central and Eastern Montana Invasive Species Team (CEMIST) efforts.  This person will work with CEMIST members and a professional facilitator to create a strategic plan and action plan and then work towards completing that action plan.  The Program Coordinator will expand the capacity and effectiveness of CEMIST through providing additional administration of CEMIST activities.  These activities will focus on education and outreach opportunities to spread the message of prevention and treatment of invasive species.

Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT) seeks a highly motivated and organized individual to fill a critical position on our land conservation team and to join our growing GVLT family. The Lands Program Manager (LPM) oversees a portion of GVLT’s land conservation program and is responsible for initiating, advancing, and completing land conservation projects primarily utilizing conservation easements. This individual is responsible for developing strong partnerships with private landowners, agricultural and conservation groups, governmental agencies, and resource professionals, and represents GVLT to diverse constituents and stakeholders. We are looking for someone with a deep commitment to land conservation, as well as experience with conservation easements or other real estate tools, knowledge of local natural resource values and excellent communication skills. In addition to leading land conservation projects, the LPM will help to set strategic priorities for their landscape, develop budgets and work plans, and there is the potential for this position to supervise a Lands Project Manager. The LPM is part of a 6-person Lands Team that works collaboratively to develop strategic, innovative and lasting conservation projects. The position is also an integral part of the larger GVLT team and will work across departments to support trails, fundraising, communications, and outreach departments as well.

Position open until filled with review of applications beginning on August 29th.

The Conservation Programs Manager (CPM) is responsible for a diverse workload. Most broadly, the CPM works with the Madison Conservation District (MCD) Board of Supervisors to accomplish perennial, long-term conservation objectives. On a daily basis, the CPM works closely with other MCD employees, and regularly provides support to MCD staff in all areas of District business. The CPM is currently the only full-time, year-round MCD employee, but there are up to four employees during the growing season (April – October). This position reports to the MCD Board of Supervisors, but the ideal candidate can work effectively and efficiently with little day-to-day supervision.
The CPM manages and coordinates projects and programs on a variety of natural resources topics specific to the area. Often, the CPM works with landowners, agency personnel, and non-profit partners to identify and strategically approach conservation issues. This includes various aspects of project management, fundraising and financial management, and community outreach and education. The CPM also represents the MCD in multiple partnerships and collaborative conservation efforts at the local, regional, and statewide scale. Therefore, a recognition of nuanced jurisdictional boundaries and an understanding of land and water ownership and management in Southwestern Montana is valuable.
The CPM must be adaptive and self-starting. They provide a strong sense of customer service, and retain objectivity and grace in difficult situations and decisions. Maintaining and building partnerships is a priority, and this position requires public transparency and strong communication skills.
Work Environment: This position requires some field work and affords some remote office work, but daily operations are based out of the MCD office. The CPM works 40 hours per week, but is expected to work flexible hours on a regular basis. Occasional meeting attendance will be required, including monthly Madison Conservation District board meetings. Overnight travel for meetings, trainings, workshops and conferences is also required.

Applicant review will begin July 10th, and the position will remain open until filled. Please send any questions or inquiries to info@madisoncd.org

The Centennial Valley Association (CVA) and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in Montana are seeking one dedicated individual to join our Team as a Field Technician in 2022. This is a seasonal, joint position between both organizations. The CVA and TNC are partners in the Centennial Valley, working together to maintain and conserve the Centennial Valley’s biological integrity while preserving a shared, working landscape for future generations of stewards, cattle ranching, wildlife, and fisheries. The Field Technician will be responsible for participating in and supporting various field and preserve projects that serve the Centennial Valley community, landscape, and partner organizations, including:

• Early Detection, Rapid Response Invasive Weed Management
• Native Plant Revegetation
• Hydrology Monitoring & Riparian Health
• Wildlife-Friendly Fencing
• General Preserve Maintenance
• Education and Outreach

Position may require odd hours, including nights, weekends, and work weeks >40 hours.

Position open until filled.

We are looking for a Water Quality Scientist to join our team in the TMDL Section of the Water Quality Planning Bureau. This position is focused on the development of total maximum daily loads (TMDLs) and supporting TMDL implementation and other water quality and watershed improvement activities, including wetland protection activities. Writing and implementing TMDLs supports DEQ’s mission to assure that water quality is maintained & improved so that state waters can support all their beneficial uses. Primary responsibilities of this position include: Developing TMDLs to address pollutant loading sources; Organizing, analyzing, and summarizing water quality data and pollutant source information; Working with other internal DEQ program personnel and external stakeholders to compile water quality information and provide guidance and feedback on water quality and wetland improvement activities; Writing TMDL documents that meet all DEQ and EPA requirements; and Documenting water quality improvement and wetland protection actions and evaluating relative success of these actions. Some field work and travel around the state of Montana is required.

Water Management Bureau (WMB) supports the mission of the WRD by conducting hydrologic assessments of Montana’s surface water and groundwater resources, conducting water resource planning studies, fostering stewardship of the state’s water resources through diverse outreach programs, providing technical support to other bureaus within WRD and supporting the development of new water resources policies, rules, and regulations. The WMB is organized into a Water Resources Planning Section and Hydro-sciences Section. The work of the Sections is coordinated through the Bureau Chief. In carrying out their duties, WMB staff frequently partner with local water users, watershed groups, conservation districts, other bureaus, and Divisions within DNRC, and other state and federal agencies.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide surface water and groundwater technical support to the Hydro-Sciences Section. The secondary purpose of the position is to provide support to the WMB and the WRD to support implementation of the 2015 Montana State Water Plan. The Hydrologic Technician works closely with the Hydro-Sciences Section staff to support hydrologic investigations and to support the development and implementation of the DNRC Stream Gage Program. The position reports directly to the Hydro-Sciences Section Supervisor; however, the incumbent will take direction from the Hydro-Sciences Section Hydrologists and is also required to exercise considerable discretion, autonomy, creativity, and professional judgement.

The Northern Rockies Program Manager reports to the Director, Northern Rockies Program, National Forest Foundation. The Manager work closely with the Director and other program staff to provide project initiation and management, fundraising and support for collaborative processes. The position is expected to work with diverse array of stakeholders including local, state, and federal governments, funding partners, and local communities on the strategic planning and implementation of on-the-ground projects. Restoration activities may include vegetation management, terrestrial and aquatic habitat restoration, recreation improvements, and other projects, as needed. This work requires close coordination with the U.S. Forest Service. The location for this position is based in Idaho or Montana with preference for Missoula, MT. Applicants must include both a cover letter and resume. Incomplete packages will not be considered.

The Hydro-Sciences Study Section within the Water Management Bureau (WMB) is seeking a mid-level to senior-level Groundwater Hydrologist.

The Hydro-Sciences Study Section conducts hydrologic investigations of Montana’s surface and groundwater resources, provides technical support to other bureaus within the Water Resources Division (WRD) and supports the development of new water resource policies, rules, and regulations. The WMB is organized into a Water Resources Planning Section, Hydro-Sciences Data Section, and Hydro-Sciences Study Section. WMB staff frequently partner with local water users, watershed groups, conservation districts, other Bureaus and Divisions within DNRC, and other state and federal agencies.

The Groundwater Hydrologist conducts hydrologic investigations, modeling studies, and provides technical support to the Water Rights Bureau to implement the Montana Water Use Act. The position communicates complex information through fact sheets, written reports, oral presentations, and web-based applications. The position reports directly to the Hydro-Sciences Study Section Supervisor; however, the incumbent is required to exercise considerable discretion, creativity, and professional judgment.

Adventure Scientists is looking for an experienced online community administrator to manage a digital meeting-place for our scientists and adventurers, internally referred to as “The Platform.” 

“The Platform” connects scientists with skilled adventurer volunteers to facilitate data collection. Adventurers will post their availability, expeditions, skills, and interests. Scientists will post their field data needs and, through “The Platform”, recruit adventurers with unique skills and availability to meet those needs. With this tool, we anticipate being able to serve many more scientists, and engage many more volunteers in data collection.

If you’re an experienced online community administrator with a passion for science, conservation, and outdoor adventure, and the desire to lead a dynamic, evolving project, we’d love to talk with you. You will report to the Head of Marketing.

Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

The executive director (ED) is responsible for the leadership and management of the Friends according to the strategic direction set by the Board of Directors (BOD). Working closely with the board, the ED provides organizational leadership to grow programs, accomplish strategic priorities and goals, and communicate the Friends’ mission and accomplishments to internal and external audiences. The ED is responsible for the overall coordination and successful implementation of programs advancing the mission of the Friends, including fundraising and fiscal management, advocacy and program management.

Please send a complete resume and cover letter explaining your experience and fit for the position to info@missouribreaks.org beginning May, 16, 2022. On a rolling basis, the BOD will review candidates and move forward with the interview process for selected applicants. The desired start date for the position is no later than mid-August.

Serves as the lead for floodplain and shoreline management for Missoula County. Performs professional duties in community planning and development. May be assigned to work on current planning, permitting, long range planning and/or code development. Work involves the most complex and controversial issues and projects assigned to planning staff in the Community and Planning Services (CAPS) Department.  

Yellowstone to Yukon is seeking a senior professional to be their next Program Director. This position would lead our work advancing protected areas especially through supporting Indigenous-led efforts, maintaining landscape connectivity given a changing climate, and promoting people and wildlife coexistence. All of our work is highly collaborative and requires working from local to regional scales and on key national and global enabling policies.
We prefer the position based at or within driving distance of the main office in Canmore. This individual will report to directly to the President and will assume primary oversight of Y2Y programs and associated administration. As such, this person will be responsible for directing these programs, and providing oversight and support of planning, implementation and management of projects and programs that advance the Y2Y vision and deliver on the strategic plan.

Open until Filled.

River Network, a nationally-focused nonprofit organization (approximately 20 staff working across the country, a $3M annual operating budget, and 30+ year track record) seeks a highly organized and results- driven professional to join our Community Engagement team in assisting with organization’s clean-up and other community engagement events that match corporate interests in clean water, healthy rivers, and other social responsibility goals with opportunities to support local communities and nonprofit organizations across our nationwide network.

The Community Engagement Associate will provide support to River Network’s corporate relationships and their investments and engagement in local projects that restore water quality and quantity (e.g., community clean-ups, litter removal projects, etc.). Find out more about our current corporate engagement here. This position will work closely with program, marketing, and philanthropy colleagues to achieve objectives in alignment with River Network’s current strategic plan. The Associate will have strong experience in managing and delivering events, tracking and evaluating results, public speaking, and working with and engaging diverse audiences. This position will work closely with program, marketing, and philanthropy colleagues to achieve objectives in alignment with River Network’s current strategic plan. The Associate will have strong experience in managing and delivering river clean-up events or other community/corporate engagement events and activities, tracking and evaluating results, public speaking, and working with partners to implement projects and engage diverse audiences.

MOSS hires passionate, enthusiastic, science-loving folks to be a part of our collaborative, feedback-driven team. We are seeking an Executive Director who believes in the power of nature to help us learn, explore, be awed, and heal. This influential individual will inspire stakeholders, community leaders, partners, donors, board, volunteers, and staff to work together to ensure MOSS delivers high quality, continually improving programming in a community-centric way. This effective leader will actively contribute to a more equitable and inclusive learning environment, and will foster a collaborative and respectful work environment that encourages creativity, flexibility and allows staff to bring their whole selves to their work. We welcome people with diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives to apply. Strong candidates will possess many, but not necessarily all, of the following; we encourage you to apply if you are passionate about this work and our mission calls to you.

The Water Management and Planning Program Manager is a full-time, technical, professional-level position
working in the Tribes’ Natural Resources Department within the Division of Engineering and Water Resources.
This position works under the direct supervision of the Division Manager. The Program Managers duties
include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Sets Program objectives and direction and ensures conformance with the water rights settlement and
Division objectives and initiatives;
• Provides administrative and policy oversight and direction for Program staff;
• Leads technical water resources work for the Program and Program staff, provides quality assurance
and review input for all work, and ensures all work products meet high standards for professionalism;
• Maintains professional network to keep the Program current with current practice and advances in the
hydrologic sciences;
• Completes specific technical projects related to irrigation water supply and forecasting, water
conservation, and irrigation water management, including project development, completion, and
reporting;
• Coordinates with Division staff to ensure resources and staff within other Programs are properly
allocated and accessible as needed;
• Mentors Program and Division staff, helps with idea creation, project development, and reporting;
• Serves as the Tribes primary representative on the Compact Implementation Technical Team and
advocates for Program staff work and Tribal-wide objectives;
• Engages locally interested parties on matters associated with Compact Implementation as it relates to
the Tribal mission;
• Embraces and applies adaptive management as a working model for Program hydrologic work;
• Works with Program and Division staff to develop and maintain a standardized database structure for
relevant data and information needs across the Division;
• Develops a master schedule for Program technical deliverables and maintains responsibility for
schedule adherence, including frequent reporting requirements related to water year type and water
supply conditions:
• As directed, serves on State and regional water resources groups;
• Completes administrative work including annual or recurring workplan development, contract
preparation, budget development and projections, administrative reporting, and procurement;
• Closely interacts with the Tribal Council on matters relating to Compact Implementation planning and
strategy development;
• Completes all program administrative functions including annual budgeting and tracking, personnel
management, approval of expenditures, and all other necessary functions required to carryout the
administrative mission of the program;
• Performs other duties as assigned

The Field Operations Coordinator (Water Quality) is a full-time specialized technical position,
responsible for preparation of management plans, assessments, reports and data collection.
The Field Operations Coordinator major duties and responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the following:
• Coordinates all water quality data collection activities on the Flathead Indian
Reservation;
• Coordinates the entering of water quality data into the Tribal Natural Resources
Department Data Base Management System;
• Coordinates the entering of water quality data into the EPA’s Ambient Water Quality
Management System;
• Is the lead employee for the Water Quality Program’s Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Program;
• Evaluates proposed activities, such as forestry or agriculture practices potentially
affecting Reservation waters;
• Assists in preparation of water quality assessment reports;
• Assists in development and revision of stream classification system;
• Assists in development of the Water Quality Management Plan;
• Coordinates work between the Water Quality Program, Pesticides Program and the
Water Management Division, as needed;
• Performs other duties as required within the Natural Resources Department.

Each of our organizers works with Northern Plains’ grassroots membership as a whole, with our local affiliates (mostly in small, rural communities), and with our issue task forces to further the mission of Northern Plains. As a Northern Plains organizer, you won’t be tied to a desk, you’ll meet lots of people, and you’ll make change happen at the grassroots level. During non-pandemic times, overnight travel averages perhaps 2-3 times a month for this position.

In order to keep our staff and members safe during COVID, Community Organizers must be able to organize remotely if needed. This requires having access to reliable internet from your home, convening and attending virtual meetings, conducting phone calls, and deploying creative problem solving.

This is very much a “people” job.

This is a permanent, salaried, and exempt position.

Job open until filled with applications reviewed on rolling basis.

Join our talented team as the Grassroots Fundraising Coordinator, and be part of a well-established, dynamic fundraising program. Northern Plains provides top-notch training, and opportunities for growth. The primary focus of the Grassroots Fundraising Coordinator is to build and support our base of individual donors. This includes organizing outreach activities and events, writing fundraising materials to support our individual fundraising efforts, and playing an integral role in our major donor program. 

Location:  Billings, Montana

Occasional overnight travel (ca. 5-10 times/year) is required.

Position open until filled with applications reviewed on rolling basis.

This employee attends to the DNRC’s work related to implementation of the Salish and Kootenai Tribe-Montana Compact and U.S. Forest Service-Montana Compact. This position will:

Collaborate with water users, watershed groups, conservation districts, other state agencies, tribal partners, and federal agencies.
Provides CIP program support to ensure the DNRC’s obligations under compacts are met.
Manage special projects, represent the department at various meetings and conferences, and participates in training and educational programs.
Conduct projects associated with hydrology, and water rights administration associated with compacts.
Engage with stakeholders, federal, and tribal partners to identify and resolve questions.
Please contact Arne Wick (CIP supervisor) for questions: email or 406-444-5700

The Great Plains Tribal Water Alliance is hiring for a full-time Tribal Climate Resilience Liaison. The Liaison will connect climate change resources, tools, and information to tribal resource managers and partners to support resiliency-building efforts across the North Central region (MT, WY, CO, ND, SD, NE, KS).

This full-time position is an employee of the Great Plains Tribal Water Alliance and will work in coordination with the North Central Adaptation Climate Science Center (NC CASC) to serve as a resource for tribal nations, tribal colleges, and partners throughout the North Central region. This employee will work with the existing Tribal Climate Resilience Liaison to provide climate adaptation training to tribal nations, develop partnerships to advance tribal resilience to climate impacts, and serve as an informational hub between tribal nations, federal agencies, researchers, and other tribal and non-tribal partners. The duty station for this position is flexible throughout the region but co-location space can be provided on campus in Boulder, Colorado, at the NC CASC office.

The Communications and Development Coordinator will work closely with the other members of the Development and Communications team to help coordinate day-to-day functions related to communications, fundraising, and donor relations. The Coordinator will serve a critical role in fostering relationships with donors and potential donors, event invitees, subscribers, social media followers, and media outlets. The Coordinator will help plan and execute fundraising strategies for gifts at the annual giving level, including direct response appeals and online campaigns. The ideal candidate will be a creative thinker and responsive to shifting priorities as communications and development opportunities arise and the programs grow. They will have excellent writing skills, keen attention to detail, a strong background in social media, and a commitment to helping the Center grow its base of supporters. This position is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a desire to learn and grow as a fundraising or communications professional with a fast-growing organization.

People and Carnivores is hiring a Field Project Manager in Northwest Montana. The Field Project Manager works independently and with other staff to develop/design, plan, implement, and monitor nonlethal human-carnivore conflict prevention field projects. The Manager’s goals are to facilitate survival and movement of large carnivore species and to develop social tolerance for large carnivores and participation in prevention activities.

The Manager will engage with landowners and community members, project partners and collaborators, agency managers, and the public; develop and disseminate information; conduct outreach and make presentations and trainings; and engage with agency managers, scientists and community members to stay abreast of conservation needs relative to large carnivores – all consistent with P&C’s organizational mission and strategic/program plan.

The Flathead Conservation District (www.flatheadcd.org) seeks a Conservation Program Manager to help fulfill its mission of promoting natural resources through on-the-ground conservation projects, education, and administration of the Natural Streambed and Land Preservation Act (310 Law). This position reports to the Resource Conservationist and is located in Kalispell, Montana.

The successful applicant is team-oriented and demonstrates initiative and leadership qualities. They have a demonstrated capacity to develop and maintain positive professional relationships with a diverse constituency, are comfortable working for a board-directed organization, and are enthusiastic and organized. They must have excellent written and spoken communication skills, experience with grant writing and project management, and must be comfortable balancing multiple tasks at once.

This position is responsible for a variety of programmatic and educational activities, including, but not limited to, overseeing programs for landowners, developing outreach materials, and presenting youth education programs. Additional duties include serving as a liaison to other agencies and organizations, assisting the Resource Conservationist with implementation of Natural Streambed and Land Preservation Act, and conducting landowner project consultations and inspections. This position requires extensive public contact with landowners and residents of Flathead County.

This is a full-time position (40 hrs/week) and requires attendance at evening meetings (up to twice per month) and some local travel. Please note that this is not a field job – approximately 90% of the duties are office-based.

CRC seeks to fill its Bookkeeper position as a part-time, non-exempt position that performs professional bookkeeping and financial data management activities and reports to the CRC Executive Director. The primary purpose and responsibility of this position is ensuring CRC’s financial policies are followed by maintaining all financial transactions via Quickbooks for accounting and Excel for grant reporting. In addition, financial reports will be required on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis as required by CRC’s financial policies and committee.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and the position will remain open until filled.

Job Description:

Since 1958, the mission of Flathead Lakers has been to protect clean water, healthy ecosystems, and a lasting quality of life in the Flathead watershed. As an AmeriCorps member, you will collaborate with a range of partners to develop strategic outreach and communications to encourage landscape and community resilience in the Flathead Watershed. The member will start by focusing on one priority topic that impacts the region’s low-income communities, using the Living in the Flathead Guide, a guide under development that will discuss issues and actions people can take to increase resilience and reduce risks of environmental degradation.

Position listed under Polson tab.

This full-time position coordinates the Blackfoot Challenge Water Program. This position will steer a variety of projects and partnerships aimed at conserving and enhancing water resources in the Blackfoot watershed. The Water Steward reports directly to the Executive Director and Water Committee Chair, and works collaboratively with the BC Board and staff, numerous agencies and businesses, and local landowners. This position is also responsible for researching, writing, and reporting on numerous government and foundation grants to support the Water Program. The ideal candidate will have highly developed communication skills with an emphasis on listening and learning from landowners and partners to co-generate project-based solutions.

The Policy and Planning Specialist will be an integral part of our creative and dynamic team working to increase habitat connectivity in the Rocky Mountain West and beyond. The Policy and Planning Specialist will work closely with the Director of Government Affairs, the Corridors and Crossings (C&C) Program Director, and the C&C team to advance landscape connectivity and transportation infrastructure permeability in North America at a variety
of scales: local, county, state, tribal, national, and continental. In this highly dynamic position, the Policy and Planning Specialist will support and/or lead a variety of policy research projects, facilitate collaborative partnerships, and represent CLLC in coalitions working to develop, advance, and implement policies that reconnect habitat and promote landscape-scale conservation.

The Northern Rockies Program Coordinator reports to the Director, Northern Rockies Program.  The coordinator works closely with the Director and other program staff to provide collaborative process administration and facilitation, project management, and fundraising support. The position is expected to work with a diverse array of stakeholders including local, state, and federal governments, funding partners, and local communities on the strategic planning and implementation of on-the-ground projects. Restoration activities may include vegetation management, terrestrial and aquatic habitat restoration, recreation improvements, and other projects, as needed.  This work requires close coordination with the U.S. Forest Service.

The Hydro-Sciences Study Section within the Water Management Bureau (WMB) is seeking a mid-level to senior-level Groundwater Hydrologist.

The Hydro-Sciences Study Section conducts hydrologic investigations of Montana’s surface and groundwater resources, provides technical support to other bureaus within the Water Resources Division (WRD) and supports the development of new water resource policies, rules, and regulations. The WMB is organized into a Water Resources Planning Section, Hydro-Sciences Data Section, and Hydro-Sciences Study Section. WMB staff frequently partner with local water users, watershed groups, conservation districts, other Bureaus and Divisions within DNRC, and other state and federal agencies.

The Groundwater Hydrologist conducts hydrologic investigations, modeling studies, and provides technical support to the Water Rights Bureau to implement the Montana Water Use Act. The position communicates complex information through fact sheets, written reports, oral presentations, and web-based applications. The position reports directly to the Hydro-Sciences Study Section Supervisor; however, the incumbent is required to exercise considerable discretion, creativity, and professional judgment.

The Field Project Manager works independently and with other staff to develop/design, plan, implement, and monitor nonlethal human-carnivore conflict prevention field projects. The Manager’s goals are to facilitate survival and movement of large carnivore species and to develop social tolerance for large carnivores and participation in prevention activities. The Manager will engage with landowners and community members, project partners and collaborators, agency managers, and the public; develop and disseminate information; conduct outreach and make presentations and trainings; and engage with agency managers, scientists and community members to stay abreast of conservation needs relative to large carnivores – all consistent with P&C’s organizational mission and strategic/program plan.

Email a cover letter and resume to info@peopleandcarnivores.org by May 16, but note that they will review applications and interview qualified candidates on a rolling basis and may hire for the position at any time, so they encourage early application.

The Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT) seeks an accounting professional to manage our financial systems and reporting and to lead our financial planning and analysis. This position will also require a passion for supporting and creating strong teams in an operations role.

The Accounting and Operations Manager will be an integral part of the growing and dynamic GVLT team, supporting fulfillment of our mission of trails and conservation by monitoring the financial health of the organization and ensuring operations run smoothly for the team. The ideal candidate has strong quantitative aptitude in the following areas: accounting and analytics, reporting accuracy and detail orientation, process design, control and efficiencies; and brings a passion for building an inclusive and supportive staff culture. While this position is proposed as a full-time role, we are seeking the right person and can
be somewhat flexible with regard to capability, capacity and time allocations in fulfilling these job duties. GVLT is open to flexible schedules and part-time proposals for portions of this job description.

The Petroleum County Conservation District is seeking a District Administrator/Program Coordinator for 20-30 hours a week with a minimum of three days per week in the office. A passion for Natural Resources, working with landowners, and interacting with the public is a must.

Duties will include natural resource project development and management, grant writing and administration, 310 permitting, and general office administration. Knowledge in these areas and a background in Natural Resources Conservation is preferred. Job training is available.

Water Management Bureau (WMB) supports the mission of the WRD by conducting hydrologic assessments of Montana’s surface water and groundwater resources, conducting water resource planning studies, fostering stewardship of the state’s water resources through diverse outreach programs, providing technical support to other bureaus within WRD and supporting the development of new water resources policies, rules, and regulations. The WMB is organized into a Water Resources Planning Section and Hydro-sciences Section. The work of the Sections is coordinated through the Bureau Chief. In carrying out their duties, WMB staff frequently partner with local water users, watershed groups, conservation districts, other bureaus, and Divisions within DNRC, and other state and federal agencies.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide surface water and groundwater technical support to the Hydro-Sciences Section. The secondary purpose of the position is to provide support to the WMB and the WRD to support implementation of the 2015 Montana State Water Plan. The Hydrologic Technician works closely with the Hydro-Sciences Section staff to support hydrologic investigations and to support the development and implementation of the DNRC Stream Gage Program.   The position reports directly to the Hydro-Sciences Section Supervisor; however, the incumbent will take direction from the Hydro-Sciences Section Hydrologists and is also required to exercise considerable discretion, autonomy, creativity, and professional judgement.

River Design Group, Inc. (RDG) is seeking a dependable and motivated Construction Supervisor to join our Whitefish, Montana office on a part-time seasonal basis (July-November). RDG is an interdisciplinary consulting firm specializing in ecosystem restoration throughout the Western U.S. The Construction Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of RDG designs for river restoration, dam removal and fish passage projects. This position will require travel and use of a personal vehicle for working on projects in remote locations throughout Montana, Idaho, Washington and Wyoming.

Peaks to People Water Fund is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity to lead our non-profit in Northern Colorado. Founded by The Nature Conservancy and the Center for Collaborative Conservation, our unique watershed fund matches donors concerned about Colorado’s water quality with land stewards interested in implementing best practices to ensure forest health to protect our water. The new Executive Director will hit the ground running in an established non-profit poised to scale up our work on the ground. The Executive Director will lead our most impactful program to date – the Big Thompson Initiative. This ambitious initiative seeks to secure the water in the Big Thompson watershed by treating 28,000 high priority acres of forests to reduce the risk of wildfire over the next ten years.  

The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the administration, programs and strategic planning of the organization. Other key duties include fundraising, marketing, and community outreach. The position reports directly to the Board of Directors. This is a full-time work at home position (based in Northern Colorado) with the flexibility to be part time for the right candidate. Salary range is $80,000 – $120,000 depending upon experience and schedule. This position does not include health/life insurance or a retirement package, but benefits include generous holiday, vacation and sick leave and a flexible schedule. Limited local travel. 

The Executive Assistant (EA) is responsible for daily administrative duties in support of Wild Montana’s main office in Helena, MT.  The EA serves as the assistant to the Executive Director and leadership team and supports board of director functions for both Wild Montana and Wild Montana Action Fund (wildmontanaaction.org). 

This position manages inventoried merchandise, performs administrative tasks such as word processing, filing, mail preparation, and maintains office supplies.  The EA is involved in the planning and implementation of a wide variety of projects, events, and meetings for Wild Montana.

The Nature Connection Field Instructor/Co-director will serve as a primary, full-time, year-round field staff for Ravenwood as well as a member of the field and administrative team managing programs. This hire will work in a team with the other Nature Connection Leadership team staff to co-manage and co-lead field programs throughout the year. Through their work designing and implementing nature-based programs, this hire will help participants develop social-emotional learning and life skills such as self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making while connecting participants to the natural world. Administrative supporting duties include meeting and planning with the staff and admin team, communicating with parents, maintenance of gear and supplies, managing program logistics, writing and managing program grants, and other administrative duties as assigned. This hire will help support a regenerative work culture sustaining Ravenwood’s ability to create positive change into the future.

The Missoula Valley Water Quality District is currently hiring for a hydrogeologist. The starting wage is $26.71. After completion of 6 months’ probation and successful registration as a sanitarian, the wage increases to $27.79. In addition to living in and serving the Missoula Valley community

Montana Cooperative Fishery Research Unit / Montana State University seeks to hire a technician to assist with a graduate project evaluating Yellowstone cutthroat, rainbow, and hybrid trout monitoring strategies in the Lamar River watershed, Yellowstone National Park. The technician will assist with raft electrofishing and snorkeling in large streams, backpack electrofishing in small streams, tagging trout for mark-recapture studies, collecting genetic samples from trout, entering and proofing data, and writing field reports. The successful candidate will be required to maintain an engaging and professional demeanor while interacting with National Park Service staff, anglers, and other park visitors.

Montanans for Safe Wildlife Passage seeks a Coalition Coordinator who will demonstrate leadership experience in coalition facilitation, nonprofit development, and engagement with diverse stakeholders. It is expected that candidates have experience in building durable relationships with coalition members, agency partners, and the broader public. The Coordinator will also have demonstrated success with fundraising from public and/or private entities, ideally both.

This is a 1-year part-time position (20 Hours week) with the potential to continue and grow, pending funding and a performance evaluation by the MSWP Steering Committee at the end of the employees’ first year of employment.

MPG Ranch is seeking a field technician to assist with irrigation, weed control, and other restoration efforts. The season will run from April to November. The work week will consist of four ten-hour workdays.

Ecology Project International (EPI) is hiring two field instructors to mentor and deliver academic content for 12 Bitterroot Wildlife Internship program interns this summer. Interns and instructors will spend Sunday afternoon-Thursday of each week at the ranch completing conservation service projects (approximately 10hrs/week), conducting ecological research (approximately 16hrs/week), and learning about the Bitterroot Valley’s ecosystem (approximately 6 hrs/week). Instructors and interns will camp in a designated campsite on the ranch Sunday-Thursday. Conservation projects on the ranch might include fence repair or removal, invasive species mitigation, seed collection, native plantings, or similar work. Potential research involvement includes avian, soil, plant, ungulate, and insect projects. Instructors will also provide interns with the opportunity to build Leave No Trace awareness, develop wildlife observation skills, and hone their nature journaling abilities. The instructors are responsible for student supervision and rigorous risk management while delivering the field experience.

Because of the diversity of BWI participants (and of MPG and EPI staff), it is also important that field instructors have the skills to address implicit bias and be culturally responsive in interactions with participants and co-workers. Instructors are also empowered to identify ways in which we can enhance inclusivity in planning and implementing our program.

The Field Coordinator (FC) staff position is responsible for the regional coordination and logistical support of all Montana Conservation Corps (MCC) field-based activities. Primary duties include direct support and mentoring of Crew Leaders and Crew Members for adult, youth and specialty programs, with emphasis on the development and delivery of technical skills training, technical and logistical coordination for MCC crews in the field, as well as shared monitoring and implementation of MCC’s leadership development program and administrative components. Additional activities will include teaching and modeling fundamental skills to participants, field visitation to help ensure the successful and safe completion of MCC projects, and ensuring compliance with MCC policies and procedures. The FC is supervised by the Regional Program Manager and is expected to maintain good communication between all MCC offices, project partners and crews.

The Admissions Coordinator oversees the enrollment and exit of AmeriCorps members and youth crew members of MCC’s program and assists with recruiting efforts. Activities include working extensively with databases, processing candidates who have received conditional offers, overseeing enrollment paperwork, and management/administration of data collection and analysis related to hours, program service requirements, and maintenance of member files. Posting jobs on internal and external websites, processing applications, and occasionally assisting in recruitment fairs online and in person.

The Rural Development Manager (“Manager”) manages the Rural Development program to increase access to United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development (USDA RD, a key partner for this program) and other rural development funding programs. Reporting to the Policy Director, they will work directly with communities and participating land trust partners to develop project proposals and secure loans, grants, or agreements for projects. Over the next two years, the Manager will scale this program from being primarily focused on western Montana to addressing rural development needs in communities throughout the Heart of the Rockies region.

The Manager’s primary responsibilities are to conduct outreach to communities and land trust partners about available programs and funding, help communities and land trusts identify which funding programs best support their community’s individual needs, provide technical support for USDA RD and other rural development programs, and manage a “seed fund” used by local communities for grants and local fundraising matching funds.

This position supports rural development in the Heart of the Rockies region and its communities that are facing changes in land use, wildlife populations, climate, and economic stability. The creation of this position was a deliberate effort to acknowledge that economic and social issues are often at the heart of rural community concerns, and conservation of natural resources relies on the retention of working land and people. Conservation must support the thriving rural communities that are directly dependent on natural resources. By marketing and implementing USDA RD and other rural development programs in high conservation interest areas, this staff member will work to bridge the gap between conservation, economic, and social values.

MOSS seeks an Executive Director who believes in the power of nature to help us learn, explore, be awed, and heal. This influential individual will inspire stakeholders, community leaders, partners, donors, board, volunteers, and staff to work together to ensure MOSS delivers high quality, continually improving programming in a community-centric way. This effective leader will actively contribute to a more equitable and inclusive learning environment, and will foster a collaborative and respectful work environment that encourages creativity, flexibility and allows staff to bring their whole selves to their work. We welcome people with diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives to apply. View the full job description on MOSS’ employment website page.  

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and three references on our application form. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please contact the MOSS Board of Directors with questions (board@outdoorscience.org).

Lewis and Clark County Public Health, Environmental Services Division is recruiting for a Hydrogeologist to join our team!  

Under direction of the Water Quality District Program Supervisor, this position performs lead work in the areas of water quality and water supply testing and research. 

The Renewable Resource Grant Specialist withing CARDD administers grants within the Renewable Resource Grant and Loan Program and will deliver funding for renewable resources projects to the State of Montana.

The specialist analyzes and makes recommendations regarding the use, availability, and management of the state’s water resources. 

This position reviews and processes temporary instream flow water right change applications and renews existing temporary water right change authorizations submitted by CBWTP Qualified Local Entities (QLE) in the Upper Clark Fork River Basin, and other applicants.

This position is funded through a grant from the Bonneville Power Administration’s Columbia Basin Water Transactions Program (CBWTP) (administered by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation or NFWF), and a partnership and funding from the Montana Department of Justice’s Natural Resource Damage Program (NRDP) and DNRC.

Geum Environmental Consulting (geumconsulting.com) seeks a new team member to support our increasing need for environmental documentation and permitting support, including wetlands, Endangered Species Act and NEPA.

The AIS Area Supervisor position serves as the regional watercraft inspection and decontamination supervisor and assists the AIS Prevention Specialist and the AIS Prevention Coordinator in carrying out specified AIS prevention and containment activities.  Management decisions will often have local, statewide, and national effects on resource status and conservation.

This is a full-time, year-round position. Office location is within the area of responsibility and is to be determined.

This position covers the northwest portion of Montana in FWP Region 1 which is headquartered in Kalispell, MT.

The University of Montana invites applications for Ecological Monitoring Crew Lead/Botanists for the Ecological Mapping, Monitoring and Analysis (EMMA) group at the O’Connor Center for the Rocky Mountain West. 

Ecological Monitoring Crew Lead/Botanists will participate in implementing the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Riparian and Wetland Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM) strategy in Nevada and Idaho. This protocol focuses on collecting standardized inventory and monitoring data to determine condition and trends of target resources on BLM lands in the Western U.S. The Crew Lead/Botanist will lead 2 Technicians in collecting quantitative vegetation data using line-point-intercept, as well as detailed soils, hydrology, water quality, and surrounding land use data. Successful candidates will be trained by Wetland Ecologists from the Colorado Natural Heritage Program and the BLM’s National Operations Center to properly implement data collection procedures.

Are you tired of looking out the window at nature wishing you were there? Do you want to put your biology degree to use? We have a job opportunity for you.

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST) is a premier environmental and statistical consulting firm with offices across the US. WEST has a permanent core of professionals with broad experience in basic and applied ecological studies ready and willing to mentor young and transitional professionals. Beyond science, we encourage participation in conservation actions at the local and national level and have developed a company-wide diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program.  We are looking for multiple biologists to support field surveys throughout the 2022 field season. If you are a recent graduate, working toward a degree, need a change of pace, or late career biologist looking to get back to your field roots this is a great opportunity.

The Staff and Board of GVLT seek a highly motivated and well-organized individual to join our team and facilitate on-the-ground trail projects. This individual will represent GVLT to diverse constituents and stakeholders and will be responsible for helping to develop and maintain strong community partnerships with governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, private landowners, and trail user-groups. The Trails Project Manager will be responsible for managing GVLT’s trail maintenance projects as well as implementing new trail construction projects. Successful candidates will have experience managing contracts, contractors, permits, budgets and timelines. This position reports to the Trails Director and will oversee seasonal staff, including AmeriCorps service members.

Screening of applications begins March 15, 2022 and the position is open until filled.

This position will support Wild Montana’s efforts to build an engaged community of volunteers and identify public lands supporters in Beaverhead County. The goal of the Dillon engagement organizer will be to help survey 10% of Dillon via community conversations and volunteer canvasses.

The stewardship coordinator serves the mission of Wild Montana – to unite and mobilize communities to keep Montana wild – by coordinating the organization’s statewide trail stewardship program and assisting with the coordination of Education and Stewardship Program activities. The coordinator is responsible for leading volunteer trail projects throughout Montana. The coordinator will work with the US Forest Service, the Bureau of Land Management, and other partners to complete successful projects.

Ecology Project International (EPI) is hiring two field instructors to mentor and deliver academic content for 12 Bitterroot Wildlife Internship program interns this summer. Interns and instructors will spend Sunday afternoon-Thursday of each week at the ranch completing conservation service projects (approximately 10hrs/week), conducting ecological research (approximately 16hrs/week), and learning about the Bitterroot Valley’s ecosystem (approximately 6 hrs/week). Instructors and interns will camp in a designated campsite on the ranch Sunday-Thursday.

Conservation projects on the ranch might include fence repair or removal, invasive species mitigation, seed collection, native plantings, or similar work. Potential research involvement includes avian, soil, plant, ungulate, and insect projects. Instructors will also provide interns with the opportunity to build Leave No Trace awareness, develop wildlife observation skills, and hone their nature journaling abilities. The instructors are responsible for student supervision and rigorous risk management while delivering the field experience.

Outdoor Education Specialists are the face of the Glacier Institute. You will be responsible for instructing field courses to a wide variety of audiences, ranging from ages 5-95. Outdoor Education Specialists will also be leading educational hikes into the backcountry of Glacier National Park, as well as the surrounding Flathead National Forest. The Glacier Institute specializes in place-based, hands-on learning of the natural sciences and cultural history, and we strive to empower students of all ages. As an Outdoor Education Specialist, you will be given the tools to grow as a naturalist, educator, and well-rounded individual!

Have fun, get outdoors, and make a difference this summer while gaining valuable training and experience working in environmental education! Summer Camp Instructors will provide leadership and instruction for the full-day Summer Outdoor Discovery Day Camps at the Montana Natural History Center. Summer Instructors will facilitate and lead a variety of activities and themed camps, connect youth to nature, and explore the outdoors with children of different age levels.

Have fun, get outdoors, and make a difference this summer while gaining valuable training and experience working in environmental education! The Summer Camp Coordinator Assistant will provide leadership and instruction for the summer Instructors at MNHC’s full-day Summer Outdoor Discovery Day Camps at the Montana Natural History Center. The camp coordinator assistant will help with different summer camp programming in both educational and support positions.

The School Programs Manager is responsible for program preparation, coordination, and facilitation of classroom and field-based lessons. In doing so, this position is responsible for and maintains a supportive and collaborative work environment with naturalist educators, field staff, interns, and volunteers. This position is also directly responsible for training, managing, and evaluating educators on a regular and ongoing basis. In addition, they will develop and/or maintain systems and operations necessary for highly successful and dynamic informal classroom, virtual, and outdoor science and nature education programs. Position open until filled. Application review begins February 18, 2022.

FWP members will protect Montana’s natural resources, wildlife, and native habitat. As a member, you will have the opportunity to protect special places and resources for future generations while sharing your knowledge with the public.  While a member, you will play a leadership role in educating youth and adults about responsible river recreation, aquatic invasive species, and wildlife all while exploring Montana’s vast mountain ranges, beautiful rivers, and pristine lakes. 

Our members will receive a comprehensive education in natural resource and recreation management that goes far beyond entry level positions by working within FWP and on our four main program goals: improving land, enriching educational opportunities, building volunteer capacity, and strengthening community outreach. Members will be matched with host sites according to their preferences, skills, and interests.  Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis, so you increase your chances of placement by applying early. 

Serve with Montana State Park AmeriCorps (MSPA) in Big Sky Country!

MSPA members will serve as natural park stewards at one of our stunning Montana State Park units. As a member, you will have the opportunity to protect these special places for future generations and share your passion of natural and cultural history with the public.  From awe inspiring buffalo jumps to crystal clear lakes to following the trail of explorers Lewis and Clark, our members will ensure that Montana’s parks remain significant, accessible, and relevant to local, national, and international visitors. 

Our members will receive a comprehensive education in park management and accomplish tasks that go far beyond entry level park positions through our four main program goals: enhancing park land, enriching educational opportunities, building volunteer capacity and strengthening community outreach.  You can learn more about the Montana State Parks AmeriCorps program and view our four open 1200-hour position descriptions. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis, so you increase your chances of placement by applying early. 

American Conservation Experience, a non-profit conservation corps, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), is seeking 1 Visitor Service Member to contribute to day to day operations at the Fort Peck Interpretive Center alongside Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge Staff. During this term, the ACE member will work on meaningful conservation projects such as staffing the front desk of the Interpretive Center, preparing and presenting interpretive programs, and assisting with the general operations of the Interpretive Center.

Early consideration will be given as applications are received. This position may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position please feel free to contact ACE EPIC USFWS Division Support Specialist, Nich Jackosky, njackosky@usaconservation.org, (928) 699-6041.

The Senior Director of Conservation (Senior Director) works alongside the Vice President of Conservation Partnerships and Advancement to manage all program-related day-to-day internal matters and program planning and implementation. The Senior Director serves as part of the Center’s Executive Team, which consists of the organization’s most senior staff. The Senior Director is supervised by the Center’s President. The Senior Director embodies a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and innovative mindset and is responsible for building and managing a high-performing team of Program Managers, researchers, ecologists, policy specialists, and support staff to carry out the Center’s goals related to social and ecological connectivity. The Senior Director works with and cultivates these staff to craft strategy; develop and implement projects; deliver agreed-upon outcomes; and perform timely and accurate program reporting. The Senior Director also ensures effective coordination between program staff and other departments not under the Senior Director’s management, including Development, Communications, and Operations, on matters such as program planning, budgeting, and grants administration.

MCC’s Conservation Fellow (CF) program makes a measurable difference in conservation efforts while strengthening the experience of young adults. CFs serve a five-month term of service from May – October at partnering federal/state agencies, nonprofits, tribal offices, and other community-based conservation organizations across Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and the Dakotas. Projects include: climate resiliency, habitat restoration, rangeland science, soil monitoring, invasive species treatment, developed recreation management, GIS mapping, stream and wetland restoration, cave and karst feature surveys, conservation education and outreach, volunteer management and more.

Along with serving their communities, CFs make tangible contributions to climate change solutions while developing professional skills that directly transfer to a career in the natural resources field.

Since 2010, NPCA has organized more than 90 wildlife friendly fence projects – including over 1000 volunteers – that have led to the removal or alteration of nearly 50 miles of fence barriers in key pronghorn habitat north and west of Yellowstone National Park. The Volgenau Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem Fellow will lead the continuation of these efforts.

WGM Group is seeking a Environmental Field Technician to join our dynamic planning and design firm in the vibrant mountain town of Bozeman, MT. WGM Group is a comprehensive multi-disciplinary engineering firm including, planning & design, survey, environmental and natural resource management with office locations in Bozeman, Kalispell, Missoula, and Hamilton. This role will work collaboratively on specific short and long-term projects. This position will oversee tasks delegated by the project manager and facilitate coordination among the project team members to keep the project moving forward on time and on budget.

The USDA, Agriculture Research Service, Northern Plains Agriculture Research Laboratory in Sidney, Montana is seeking an enthusiastic and hard-working individual to serve as a biological science aide on projects examining: 1) how landscape structure and crop diversity influence pest insects and their natural enemies (e.g. ladybeetles, parasitoid wasps); and 2) ecological and population factors influencing the successful biological control of rangeland weeds. The research is focused on developing ecologically-based, sustainable and environmentally friendly approaches to pest management. This position involves a mixture of field work (~70%), and greenhouse and lab work (~30%). Some regional travel (*following USDA COVID guidelines) is required. The successful candidate will gain hands on experience with insect and plant field sampling methods, set up and maintenance of experiments, insect rearing and identification, and the chance to work with the diverse fauna associated with cropping and rangeland systems, and multiple aspects of weed ecology, in a team oriented research environment. 

This position will involve a mix of field and laboratory work including sampling and catching grasshoppers and other insects, sampling vegetation and soils, field site setup, and potential cage study manipulations. Laboratory duties may include sorting and processing insect and plant or soil samples, as well as data entry.  These duties can require extended periods of standing or sitting while performing detailed tasks, as well as long days in the field.  Most of our field work will be conducted in the Little Missouri National Grassland in Eastern North Dakota as well as on field sites associated with ARS labs in Miles City, Montana and Mandan, North Dakota, and across Eastern Montana.  Overnight travel to field sites may be required, with government vehicles provided. 

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This river steward will be responsible for educating the public on river health, access, and
etiquette. This will be done through social media and on-site contacts. The person in this
position will also help with the river monitoring plan on each river. Stewards will be stationed at
Fishing Access Sites (FAS) and parks in the Missoula area where they will collect information.
There will also be 15-25 hours per week in the office working on social media and entering
monitoring data.

The primary role for this position will be to assist Avista personnel with the operation of the new Cabinet Gorge Dam Fish Passage Facility.  Individuals will operate equipment at the project site used to isolate and transfer fish to a transport truck and will also assist in the processing and tagging of various fish species. Other duties may include operating and checking tributary traps, boat or stream electrofishing, assisting with cleaning and maintenance at recreation sites or other field duties as assigned. Individuals may assist with compiling data using spreadsheets (Excel). This position is intended to span from early April (start date may be flexible) through September dependent on staffing needs with no benefits.

The primary duties of this position are to assist Idaho Department of Fish and Game biologists with the collection of fisheries data. Secondarily, this position may assist Avista or Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks biologists with similar work. Fieldwork duties include sampling fish using various gear types and other field duties as assigned. This position is intended to span July 1–October 31. Benefits will NOT be included.

The primary responsibilities of this position will be to directly assist the Idaho Department of Fish and Game Aquatic Program Leader with laboratory tasks as well as assisting with fieldwork. Lab work will consist primarily of aging fish hard parts (otoliths, scales, fin rays) and fish sampling along with some data summarization, analysis, data entry, and technical writing.  Field duties will primarily consist of assisting with stream monitoring surveys using electrofishing equipment and conducting bull trout redd counts but may also involve conducting angler surveys, sampling fish using various gear types, and tagging fish.

The Program & Comms Coordinator will work to leverage People and Carnivores’ conflict prevention field work in western Montana and expand our other (non-field) program work to help keep large carnivores alive and moving in and throughout the Northern Rockies. This includes two primary responsibility areas: (1) To develop and carry out, with other staff, various initiatives and activities to support and advance our program objectives, such as program/business partnerships, coexistence-related policy initiatives, community outreach, project assessments and research initiatives, and other non-field projects that support our conservation goals; and (2) To develop and manage print and digital communications in support of P&C’s work, including all social media platforms and activities, outreach materials, our video production and other content development, media/press opportunities, etc.

The Good Neighbor Agreement (GNA) Manager/Community Organizer is key to the success of the agreement between Northern Plains and the Stillwater Mining Company. The GNA Manager/Community Organizer spends a good portion of their time facilitating the logistics, communications, and campaign needs for the Good Neighbor Agreement between the Sibanye-Stillwater Mining Company, and Northern Plains’ leaders and technical consultants.

In the realm of community and comprehensive planning, we continually work between policy development and implementation of those policies. The Planner with GIS Focus will perform a variety of planning functions in support of City goals and planning projects that require technical capabilities such as GIS software utilization for data management, mapping, analysis, and reporting. The Planner with GIS Focus will provide technical support and planning guidance on complex and collaborative projects that aid and support the Community Planning, Development and Innovation department’s mission to promote equitable growth and a resilient, sustainable community.

The Planner job titles/levels are differentiated by the amount of professional, directly related work experience; variety and complexity of assigned duties; the degree of independent judgment exercised; ability to resolve complex problems; and oversight/review of work of the other planners.

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The Montana Audubon Center Director (Center Director) is a professional staff position based in Billings, Montana. The Center Director is responsible for the administrative, facility, personnel, and operational needs of the Center, which operates as a program hub within the education division of Montana Audubon. The Center Director is also Montana Audubon’s key liaison to the local community – working with public and private partners to implement and grow a sustainable, high performing community-based education program.

The Administrative & Development Coordinator is a permanent, professional staff position whose
primary responsibility is to assist the Executive Director in overseeing the administrative, personnel and business operations of the organization. Specifically, the position will provide support to the Executive Director on administration, human resources, and other operational issues to ensure effective management in compliance with established standards and accepted business practices. The position will also assist the Executive Director in donor cultivation and solicitation, grant research, writing, and reporting, overseeing annual fund activities such as appeal letters, email solicitations, and the monthly giving program.

The Conservation Project Manager works closely with the Executive Director and othermembers of the Lands and Stewardship team to help set priorities and implement long-range and annual project objectives related to the Five Valleys’ mission and as guided by Five Valleys’ Strategic Business Plan. Using a full range of tools, the Conservation Project Manager is responsible for building effective working relationships and negotiating and completing complex land transactions with private landowners, conservation partners, Tribes, and government agencies in Five Valleys’ priority conservation areas. The Conservation Project Manager leads the due diligence and closing of these projects collaboratively with other members of the project team and in accordance with Five Valleys’ policies and procedures. The Conservation Project Manager cultivates strong relationships with rural landowners including agricultural producers in order to maintain a strong foundation for our private land conservation work

The Director of Development works in collaboration with the director, faculty, and staff of the Flathead Lake Biological Station to develop and articulate their fundraising initiatives and to execute on relationship-building and fundraising activities that ensure growing and sustainable private support for FLBS.

The Director reports to the Assistant Vice President of Development, working in close collaboration with the director, faculty, and staff of FLBS. The Director is also supported by and works in collaboration with several UM Foundation teams, including Corporation and Foundation Relations, Prospect Research and Management, Marketing and Communications, Stewardship, Gift Planning, Annual Giving, and Gift and Fund Administration.

The communications manager will be part of a team at Wild Montana that develops and implements communications support for the organization and its programs, campaigns, events, and projects.

The communications manager will help plan, gather, write, and edit content for Wild Montana’s print and electronic media assets, including its website, eblasts, newsletters, annual report, and social media channels. This position will help ensure that Wild Montana maintains a high editorial quality and consistency in messaging across its many communications platforms.

Make a difference, work outdoors, and gain skills in place-based environmental education as a Field Instructor with the Montana Natural History Center! Instructors will provide leadership and instruction for school day Visiting Naturalist in the Schools field trips located at natural areas throughout the Missoula area.

We’re hiring a Montana-based Montana Project Manager to help accelerate irrigation modernization efforts on behalf of irrigation districts, ditch companies, and agricultural producers across Montana. An ideal candidate would enjoy and excel at building relationships with a broad range of community members, and they would be equally comfortable talking with a ditch company representative and meeting with an elected official. They would also be passionate about developing solutions that benefit both agriculture and the environment.

The RO Hydro Specialist analyzes and makes decisions regarding permitting new uses of water and changes to existing water rights for the management of the state’s water resources.  This position uses information supplied by applicants and claimants and other information sources to make critical decisions about the legal and physical use of ground water and surface water.  The Hydro Specialist works closely with the staff in the WRD located in Missoula and in other Regional Offices. The Hydro Specialist provides technical support to the regional manager for specific assigned projects such as working with watershed groups, and WRD bureaus, aids on water use complaints, and assist with mitigating to resolution of those complaints.

The Major Gifts Manager (MGM) will implement Wild Montana’s program to build support from major donors. The MGM is responsible for developing and maintaining program infrastructure, supporting Wild Montana’s major gifts team, and identifying, cultivating and stewarding gifts from major donors and prospects. An ability to connect personally with donors and clearly communicate Wild Montana’s  mission is critical. 

The MGM is a valued member of the development team and works collaboratively throughout the organization to support all development functions and tasks to create a successful team atmosphere for Wild Montana.

The Stewardship Technician will conduct various stewardship and ecological monitoring activities on The Nature Conservancy’s Pine Butte, Crown Butte and Blackleaf Preserves and may travel to other Montana preserves and/or properties to conduct similar duties.  Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to: treating noxious weeds and monitoring control efforts; maintaining preserve equipment and facilities; assisting with the collection of ecological monitoring data, data entry, data management and providing information to preserve visitors.

Scope of Organization
Greater Yellowstone Coalition (GYC), named one of Outside Magazine’s Top 100 places to work two years in a row, seeks a Climate Change Coordinator to lead work with communities, Tribes, agencies, partners, and stakeholders to improve climate resilience and adaptation within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE). The GYE is a remarkable natural landscape home to a complete array of native wildlife, the headwaters of the West, an important place in the history of conservation, and of deep importance to Native Americans who have made this place home since time immemorial.

Scope of Responsibilities
The Climate Change Coordinator plays a lead role in shaping GYC’s programs to make the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem a global model for climate adaptation and resilience. Specifically, the Climate Change Coordinator will lead and develop a cohesive portfolio of projects in partnership with Tribal, federal, state, and local agencies that strategically & collaboratively plan, develop, fund, and implement resource management projects that address the impacts of climate change on land, water, and wildlife in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Projects could include restoring native plants in riparian areas, restoring stream flows and reconnecting floodplains, increasing natural water storage in groundwater
aquifers, managing forest and wetland vegetation regimes impacted by conifer encroachment, protecting
and expanding native fish populations, building beaver dam analogues, restoring beaver, and protecting
climate refugia through land management planning processes. The position will also support proactive,
landscape-scale conservation by working with public land management agencies to develop climate
adaptation plans that address the impacts of climate change on native fish, water quantity, water quality,
wetlands, and forests.

National Forest Foundation (NFF) is pleased to offer a regular, full-time position based in Missoula, Montana to a candidate who will provide valuable leadership and execution of NFF events nationwide.

About the NFF: The NFF works with communities and organizations to conserve and enhance the watersheds, wildlife habitat, wild places, and recreational opportunities across our 193-million-acre National Forest System. The NFF seeks to engage all Americans in this work.

Position Function: The Events and Corporate Engagement Manager position will support the NFF’s strategic goals to engage individuals, corporations, and others in our mission. This position will be responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and executing a variety of NFF events, including live and virtual events for fundraising, corporate engagement, volunteer engagement, recognition, and various key moments. The position will work closely with the Communications and Marketing Team, Development Team, program staff and others to lead planning and execution of high-profile, annual events such as our Sporting Clays and “Our Forests, Our Future,” and will play a role on a range of other events. This role will be responsible for creating and maintaining event budgets. The position will report to the Executive Assistant and work closely with staff across the NFF. This position will be based in Missoula, MT.

The Hydro-Sciences Section within the Water Management Bureau (WMB) is seeking a Groundwater Hydrologist. This position will remain open until January 30, 2022.

The Hydro-Sciences Section conducts hydrologic investigations of Montana’s surface and groundwater resources, provides technical support to other bureaus within the Water Resources Division (WRD) and supports the development of new water resource policies, rules, and regulations. The WMB is organized into a Water Resources Planning Section and Hydro-Sciences Section. WMB staff frequently partner with local water users, watershed groups, conservation districts, other Bureaus and Divisions within DNRC, and other state and federal agencies.

The Groundwater Hydrologist conducts hydrologic investigations, modeling studies, and provides technical support to the Water Rights Bureau to implement the Montana Water Use Act. The position communicates complex information through fact sheets, written reports, oral presentations, and web-based applications. The position reports directly to the Hydro-sciences Section Supervisor; however, the incumbent is required to exercise considerable discretion, creativity, and professional judgment.

The position is based in Helena, Montana and approximately 90% of the work occurs in a normal office setting. Travel and field work is required and generally occurs between the months of April and November.

Yellowstone Forever (YF) is the official nonprofit partner of Yellowstone National Park. Our mission is to protect, preserve, and enhance Yellowstone National Park through education and philanthropy. YF connects people to Yellowstone through outstanding visitor experiences and educational programs and translates those experiences into lifelong support of the park and philanthropic investment in its future. Our educational programming and products help people enhance their understanding and appreciation of the wildlife, natural wonders, and cultural history of the park. YF’s operations include Park Stores in and around Yellowstone; the Yellowstone Forever Institute, which offers in-depth educational programing for people of all ages; and a supporter program which raises funds for priority park projects.

Seasonal Field Educators are part of a dedicated educational staff committed to connecting learners from across the world to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem through delivery of exceptional educational experiences. They are knowledgeable about Yellowstone’s natural, geologic, and cultural history and are experienced outdoor leaders who create a comfortable learning environment while keeping their learners safe on programs. Field Educators are frontline staff responsible for positively representing Yellowstone Forever through program delivery and program support.

Montana Outdoor Science School (MOSS) is a non-profit organization, based in Bozeman, MT, that inspires curiosity, awareness, and understanding of nature and science through quality educational experiences. Established in 1994, MOSS facilitates outdoor experiences in schoolyards and camps for over 6,000 students throughout Montana to instill a love of the outdoors and cultivate critical thinking.

The Community Engagement Manager is integral to cultivating and strengthening MOSS’ relationships in our community and ensuring that we are community-centric as we develop new programs and services. As a new position for MOSS, the Manager will be encouraged to think innovatively while taking the lead in the four primary project areas: community outreach, internships, volunteer program, digital engagement. This position will also work closely with the Executive Director to cultivate philanthropic relationships. This position requires self-motivation, creativity, and a commitment to the organization. Because of the diverse communities we serve, the Manager should have the skills to address implicit bias and be culturally responsive in all interactions. The Manager will be a cornerstone to MOSS’ intentional growth to serve our community better!

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis beginning in 2022. Our hope is for our Community Engagement Manager to start at the beginning of February.

The Centennial Valley Association (CVA) has available positions for dedicated individuals to join our Range Rider/Wildlife Team for the 2022 season. Range Riders report directly to the CVA’s Wildlife Program Coordinator and will be responsible for closely monitoring multiple cattle herds, primarily on horseback, with the intent of minimizing livestock stress and losses due to depredation, as well as tracking wildlife across the Centennial Valley. Range Riders will work as a Team to accomplish these primary goals:

• Documenting key wildlife and their movements in the Valley, especially grizzly bears and wolves.
• Minimizing wildlife-livestock conflict, especially depredation.
• Reducing the number of unconfirmed cattle deaths.
• Removing cattle carcasses when and where appropriate.
• Effectively communicating information about wildlife and the wildlife program to the community.
• Maintaining equipment and practicing responsible animal-husbandry.

Time period: May 15th – October 31st. Start date is flexible, but applicant must be able to commit to working
through October.

The Clark Fork Coalition (CFC) seeks a Community Programs Coordinator to strategically manage programs, projects, and partnerships that: increase watershed literacy, provide opportunities to care for the river, and build community around a healthy and resilient Clark Fork River system. The Community Programs Coordinator will use a variety of tools, including volunteer and community science opportunities, community events, and youth and adult learning activities. This position reports to the Executive Director and works in close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to develop, plan, and coordinate outreach approaches that advance CFC’s priority initiatives. The Community Programs Coordinator will be part of a high-impact team working together to help CFC achieve its mission to protect and restore the Clark Fork watershed.

BNGA is a Native developed and led 501(c)(3) nonprofit collaborating with a broad coalition of partners to support conservation  and sustainable livelihoods in Native nations in the Northern Great Plains (NGP). BNGA envisions Native nations uniting so  the diversity of life in the NGP flourishes for current and future generations. BNGA’s mission is to ensure the 15 Native nations in the NGP  have the technical and financial resources to plan and act on their vision for their traditional lands and waters, which  includes ensuring that:

• Tribal members thrive by sustainably stewarding and connecting with natural resources;
• Grasslands and native wildlife on tribal lands are restored or enhanced; and
• Tribal fish and game departments have the capacity to deliver conservation at scale.

The CEO of BNGA will serve as the Chief Administrator for BNGA under the guidance and direction of the Board of Directors (which consists of seven Directors). The CEO will be the public face of BNGA, creating and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with all BNGA participants and people and organizations in the U.S. Northern Great Plains ecoregion, including Tribal Councils, Tribal Leaders’ Associations, Tribal natural resources departments, Native peoples, Native non-governmental organizations, federal agencies, and other organizations. The CEO will develop and implement a fundraising plan to enhance BNGA’s programs in accordance with its mission and goals. The CEO will also recruit and manage all of BNGA’s staff and contractors, create and manage BNGA’s annual budget, administer BNGA’s policy efforts and programs, and work with the Board of Directors and participants to ensure organizational sustainability.

Climate Smart Missoula, a nonprofit organization located in Missoula, Montana, is seeking a Resilience Program Coordinator or Director to join our small but mighty team. Founded in 2015, Climate Smart Missoula’s mission is to engage our community in climate actions, catalyzing efforts to reduce our carbon footprint and build a resilient Missoula. We envision a low-carbon, community that has the networks, knowledge, and capacity to address the climate crisis equitably and sustain a vibrant Missoula that works for everyone. While our efforts are centered in the Missoula area, we also work to strategically expand our impact state and region-wide.

Program Coordinator/Director Overview:  This new position will focus on developing and implementing components of Climate Smart Missoula’s signature climate resiliency efforts, including our Summer Smart program and aspects of Climate Ready Missoula, Missoula County’s climate adaptation plan. This position will lead implementation of a new one year EPA Environmental Justice grant to equitably address wildfire smoke and indoor air quality. The position reports to the Executive Director, and regularly collaborates with other Climate Smart Missoula staff, Missoula County’s Climate Resilience Coordinator, other area non-profit organizations, as well as with local government, businesses, and community leaders.

Application review will start Jan 26, and position will remain open until filled.

Do you have experience creating maps and managing spatial data? Are you interested in fisheries, wildlife, and natural resources information? Would you enjoy working and communicating with professionals dedicated to the stewardship of natural resources in Montana? If so, you should apply to join the Geographic Data Services Bureau at Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks as a GIS and Natural Resources Analyst.

Candidates must be interested in fish, wildlife and recreational resources in Montana and share a commitment to FWP’s Vision and Mission. The ideal candidate will be analytical, detail oriented, creative, possess a strong work ethic, have a positive attitude and excellent people skills. This position requires you work independently on multiple priorities, with diverse groups of people, that you work well in a team environment and have excellent time management skills to ensure deadlines are met. You must be an effective, knowledgeable, and engaging communicator. To be successful, you must clearly communicate concepts related to fisheries and wildlife science as well as GIS, data, and database concepts to individuals with both technical and non-technical backgrounds. Experience with written communication, presentations and the creation of video or webinar trainings is highly desired. You must have a minimum of 2 years of prior experience managing GIS data; creating digital and hard copy map products; technical expertise obtaining, working with, and organizing spatial data and defining, planning, and implementing spatial analysis and GIS workflows.

The Native Species Program within Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’s Fisheries Management Bureau is responsible for coordinating and implementing the state’s native species management program, including developing conservation and recovery plans and strategies for individual native species and native species assemblages; providing oversight on federal Endangered Species Act (ESA) issues; coordinating implementation of conservation agreements and restoration plans; and coordinating management and conservation actions with local, state, and federal management agencies, watershed groups, and landowners. Conservation of native fish species is an important component of the Department’s mission and mandate but must be coordinated with other Department priorities and functions, including sport–fish management.  Successful implementation and coordination of the native species program helps to ensure Montana’s natural wildlife heritage is preserved, along with other important social, biological, and cultural values. 

The primary focus of this position is to collaboratively develop and coordinate implementation of statewide management plans and agreements for native species and native species assemblages to maintain healthy, viable populations of all native fish species throughout their historical range in Montana, including their habitat.  The position is also involved with funding aspects of many native species programs, including grant acquisition, agreement development, and budget management.  Native species management issues must be coordinated with other fisheries management objectives, and they must take into account other social, political, economic, and land management considerations. Public input will be an important component of conservation plans and assessments.

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality is seeking temporary Water Quality Monitoring Technicians to join our team in the Monitoring and Assessment section of the Water Quality Planning bureau.  The Monitoring Technicians are responsible for assisting pre-field work, such as calibration and maintenance of devices, inventory and requisition of field season equipment, and distribution of equipment to project leads; field work, such as assisting in various chemical, biological and physical sampling procedures; and non-field work efforts such as data entry, transporting samples, and gathering supplies.

At the Department of Environmental Quality, our ultimate goal is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana.  DEQ employees are the heart of our organization. We value the people and invest in their professional growth, promoting a culture of cross-agency collaboration as we find solutions to the environmental challenges we face.  DEQ values – leadership, accountability, customer service, efficiency, excellence, and decision making – are fundamental to our work.   Come be a part of the Department of Environmental Quality!

The Policy Director (“Director”) leads and defines policy efforts to advance Heart of the Rockies’ mission to keep working lands and habitat connected for people and wildlife. Reporting to the Managing Directors team, they will collaborate with staff across our programs to design and implement strategic policy campaigns.

The Director develops and implements a multi-state and federal policy agenda to advance priorities focusing on keeping habitat connected for people and wildlife, supporting conflict reduction efforts between agricultural operations and carnivores, and sustaining and revitalizing rural communities. The Director also ensures that Heart of the Rockies and our partner organizations are aware of and have access to various state and federal funding programs. Additionally, the Director provides outreach, partner support, and project management for a collaborative, carnivore-agricultural conflict reduction project with local and national partners. This position focuses primarily on state, tribal,
regional, and federal policies within the Northern Rocky Mountains of the United States.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will be accepted until the position is filled. We will begin scheduling interviews with qualified applicants during the first week of February.

The Avarna Group is seeking a Director of Operations. The Director of Operations oversees general daily client and Avarna community communications, bookkeeping, project management and administrative tasks. This position provides leadership in establishing and updating organizational systems, maintaining necessary business filings and documents, and managing finances and appropriate filings. The Director of Operations works closely and collaboratively with the Avarna Group founding partners (Ava and Aparna) and team members.

Compensation & Benefits: $40/hour with guarantee of 10 hours per week. Compensation is negotiable. This is a contract position with no benefits.

Black, Indigenous, Latine, Asian, and other people who identify as people of color or BIPOC individuals are encouraged to apply, as are people holding other marginalized identities related to gender, sexual orientation, ability and class background.

As a member of the National Wildlife Federation’s regional wildlife conservation team, the Senior Coordinator, Riparian Connectivity is responsible for developing, implementing, and communicating about projects to improve riparian and aquatic habitat in NWF’s Northern Rockies, Prairies and Pacific Region, and supporting implementation of the National Wildlife Federation’s strategic plan (A Common Agenda for Wildlife) and our Equity and Justice Strategic Plan.

Major responsibilities include ensuring completion of grant-funded work in close collaboration with contractors and partners, reporting on project work to funders and NWF team members, and expanding existing relationships to develop new opportunities in the future. Managing funding, strategic planning, education, advocacy. and communication activities are also required to support these and other water-related projects and policy priorities within the region. The Senior Coordinator serves as a cross-disciplinary resource to support integration and prioritization of internal NWF and state affiliate water-focused projects/programs in the western U.S. To achieve success, the Senior Coordinator will work closely with staff across both Northern Rockies, Pacific and Prairies, and Rocky Mountain regional programs (e.g. Wildlife Conflict Resolution Program, Wildlife Connectivity Program) and national programs (e.g., Public Lands) to generate strategies for riparian and aquatic connectivity, and restoration work. 

The Senior Coordinator, Riparian Connectivity reports to the Regional Director of Wildlife Programs. When the offices open, the position will be based, and in-office work is expected, Missoula, MT. Other remote work locations in MT will be considered.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.  Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.  Applications will be accepted through January 31, 2022.

The Blackfoot Challenge is seeking a full-time Finance & Grants Manager to conduct bookkeeping, financial analysis and reporting, and grant oversight and management. The successful applicant will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and enjoy working collaboratively. Experience with nonprofit financial management and grant compliance and reporting is preferred.

The University of Montana (UM) O’Connor Center for the Rocky Mountain West (OCRMW) is partnering with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to implement their Riparian and Wetland Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM) strategy. This protocol is targeted at collecting standardized inventory and long-term vegetation and soils data in target resources across BLM Districts in the Western U.S.

We are currently recruiting Monitoring Technicians with experience in wetlands, botany, ecology, and/or soil science for data collection in Idaho and Nevada from April/May through August/September (dates vary by base location).

Priority Application Date: January 14, 2022

The W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation at the University of Montana, Missoula seeks applicants for an Assistant Professor of Environmental Social Science. This is a nine-month, tenure-track position in the Department of Society and Conservation to begin August 2022 with duties allocated across research and scholarship, teaching, and service. We seek a colleague to join and expand a department of interdisciplinary social scientists dedicated to robust scholarly engagement and the delivery of social science education aimed at addressing our most pressing human-environment challenges. The candidate will teach courses in their area(s) of expertise to support our new, innovative, and interdisciplinary undergraduate major ‘Environmental Science and Sustainability,’ as well as teach and advise M.S. and Ph.D. students across several graduate degree options.

This position is open until filled, with a priority application date of Sunday, February 6, 2022.

MCC is hiring Field Crew Members! We focus on the growth of our members, transferable job skills, and making a positive impact on the climate and environment. Crew Members and their crews will camp while working on physically demanding conservation projects across the Northern Rockies and Plains. Project work could include trail maintenance and construction, habitat restoration, planting, backcountry work, forest fuels reduction, and more! Crew Members receive training in technical skills and federal hiring.  Are you looking for something unique?  If you want to address urgent climate change issues and make a positive impact on the environment, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Term Dates: 5/16/2022- 10/19/2022
Living Allowance: $737 biweekly before taxes
AmeriCorps Education Award: $3247.50

Montana State University (MSU): Seeking a MS student to characterize the swimming performance of native species in the Missouri River basin in relation to fish passage and fishways, beginning in May 2022. 

The project is a component of a partnership between the MSU-Western Transportation Institute (WTI) and Department of Civil Engineering (CE), the USFWS-Bozeman Fish Technology Center (BFTC), and the MSU Ecology Department to address fish passage needs. The accepted applicant will be enrolled in the MSU Department of Civil Engineering as a master’s candidate with Dr. Katey Plymesser (CE Dept.) and Dr. Matt Blank (CE and WTI Dept.; mblank@montana.edu) and Kevin Kappenman (USFWS).

The purpose of this research is to test and identify performance and behavior metrics of native fishes and to develop criteria for design of fish passage structures. This project will provide essential information to fish passage practitioners, including engineers, hydrologists, and biologists tasked with assessing existing structures to determine if they are barriers and to what degree, to design new structures, like Denil ladders or nature-like rock ramps, and to better operate and maintain existing or new fishways. Previous experience in experimentation and fish passage is desirable but not essential. Applicants must possess a BS degree in civil engineering or closely related field. Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Information about the MSU Department of Civil Engineering at https://www.montana.edu/ce, the Ecohydraulics group at https://www.montana.edu/ecohydraulics, and BFTC research and staff can be found at https://www.fws.gov/mountain-prairie/fisheries/ftc.php.

Anticipated start date is May 1, 2022. Tuition paid and stipend funded for 2 years (stipend funded for 2 y at $23,000 – 25,000/y).

AVIAN FIELD TECHNICIANS (approx. 8-10) are needed for a large-scale study of breeding landbirds across Montana. The field effort is in support of the multi-state Integrated Monitoring Bird Conservation Region (IMBCR) program. (For more info see IMBCR Program). Field technicians are needed to start approximately May 9 or 16 and work through ~July 10-16 (Start and end dates may shift, depending on project and location). Work duties consist of using the Integrated Monitoring in Bird Conservation Regions (IMBCR) protocol to conduct daily statewide standardized avian point-count surveys, vegetation (bird habitat) evaluation, and field data entry. Technicians will identify 150+ bird species while working across a potential wide variety of habitats including grassland, sagebrush steppe, riparian, pinyon-juniper, montane coniferous forest, and alpine. Technicians are typically stationed in different regions of the state dependent on their experience and interest.

The Western Organization of Resource Councils (WORC) is seeking to hire two experienced community organizers to join our staff team. WORC’s regional organizers work with network leaders and staff to plan and execute regional and national campaigns, and provide support to WORC’s member groups. The two regional organizer positions we are hiring for will help lead our work to hold coal, oil and gas companies accountable; create a just transition for fossil-fuel dependent communities; accelerate community-scale renewable energy; and win an agriculture and food system that is fair and just for family farmers, ranchers, workers and eaters.

In addition to these issues, one of the Regional Organizers will work with the Native-led organizations in WORC’s network to support at the regional and national levels their work around Indigenous community priorities that may include Missing and Murdered Indigenous People; health care; voting rights; tribal sovereignty, law and policies; and other issues.

Positions will remain open until filled.

This position provides assistance to regional offices and bureau staff regarding computer data entry of water right information; assists with revisions and developing new appropriation forms, checklists and policy instruction; and monitors work quality and productivity to ensure consistency, accuracy and completeness.  Assists the new appropriations specialists to coordinate and prepare information to ensure regional office staff, the public, and other interested and affected parties are educated about water rights requirements.  This position is responsible for processing and researching water rights documents and information, assisting the public with water rights questions, providing the regional office with data processing support, and providing the bureau with administra­tive and secretarial support.

The Adjudication Specialist (specialist) performs a variety of duties associated with managing Montana’s water resources.  The specialists work primarily with the adjudication programs either in Water Adjudication Bureau in Helena or in one of eight regional water offices throughout Montana. Specialists analyze statements of claim filed in the adjudication process, water right records, and other data sources to identify legal and factual issues, perform aerial photograph and regional analyses, interview claimants, synthesize this data, and report findings to the Water Court.  As decrees are issued, Specialists evaluate and prepare comments regarding potential DNRC objections.  Specialists also perform investigations, give testimony in water rights cases, and provide assistance to the Water Court in collecting, checking, processing, recording, and maintaining water right claims, evidence, records, and case documents.  Specialists provide assistance and information to other agencies and the public regarding state water use laws, water availability, and local water use patterns.  The program also provides information and support for the state water rights records system.

This position is assigned a variety of program administrative and technical responsibilities associated with the New Appropriations Program.  The position has the authority and discretion to make decisions on how to carry out policy, rules, and laws pertinent to the New Appropriations Program.  Evaluates the work of regional offices in terms of how it relates to statewide program administration and consistent implementation (i.e., contrasts regional office needs, concerns, and problems with statewide needs and statutory responsibilities, and formulates new approaches, methods, and policies to solve problems and better meet the needs of constituents and other affected parties).  Conducts research and analysis and develops recommendations regarding changes to improve the New Appropriations Program.  Coordinates training for regional office personnel on new appropriation matters and provides technical guidance on database programs, forms, and reports for processing water rights.

There are two openings. One is located in Lewistown and one is in Glasgow. 

The Crew Leader (CL) will complete natural resource and community service projects. The CL is responsible for on-site management of a crew. They will need to ensure a high level of motivation and functioning on their crews. They also deliver the full range of MCC program components.  The CL will need to communicate between MCC staff and project partners.   The CL ensures that MCC policies and procedures are followed by everyone on the crew.  The CL will need to maintain a good working relationship with participants, project partners, and MCC staff.

Crew Leaders understand the importance of commitment, flexibility and self-motivation. They use their training and experience to help their crews develop.  They are creative in their approach to problem solving and motivating others. They are invested in their personal growth as a leader. They value service to their communities and the environment.

The Selway Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation is hiring for a variety of positions including Lead Wilderness Stewards, Wilderness Stewards, Trail Crew Leader, Trail Crew Member, and Wilderness Project Liaison. All Seasonal staff positions run from May-September and typically consist of 8-9 days in the field followed by 5-6 days off. The deadline for applying to the following positions is January 15, 2022:

Wilderness Project Liaison

Lead Wilderness Steward – Bitterroot

Lead Wilderness Steward – Payette

Lead Wilderness Steward – Salmon-Challis

Wilderness Steward – Salmon-Challis

Trail Crew Leader – Nez Perce-Clearwater

Trail Crew Member – Nez Perce-Clearwater

The Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness Foundation (ABWF) is seeking three (3) Wilderness Steward Interns for summer 2022. Each steward will work with U.S. Forest Service trail crews and ABWF staff and volunteers in the Custer-Gallatin National Forest’s Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. Duty locations include: 

• Gardiner Ranger District, Gardiner MT
• Yellowstone Ranger District, Livingston MT, and
• Beartooth Ranger District, Red Lodge MT.

Each position will include backcountry hitches as long as 9 days at a time, requiring hikes with heavy packs as much as 12+ miles a day. Qualified candidates will (a) come with strong backcountry experience, (b) be able to do hard work for long days in rugged conditions and mountain weather, (c) be self-sufficient and comfortable living in a remote environment, (d) have strong communication skills, both for visitor outreach and for working with team members and supervisors, and (e) be a cheerful and positive coworker and representative of the USFS and ABWF to wilderness visitors, volunteers, and partners. The 16-week seasonal positions run from May 15-September 15, 2022.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

The University of Montana (UM) O’Connor Center for the Rocky Mountain West (OCRMW) is partnering with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to implement their Aquatic Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM) strategy. This protocol is targeted at collecting standardized inventory and long-term hydrologic and biological data at multiple scales across BLM Districts in the Western U.S.

We are currently recruiting Crew Leads, Technicians and Riparian Botanists with experience in fisheries, hydrology, ecology, and/or botany for data collection in Idaho, Nevada, and Wyoming and around the Western US from March through August/September (exact dates vary by project).

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The USGS Wyoming-Montana Water Science Center has a rare and exciting vacancy announcement for a Physical Scientist (GS 07/09) in the Geospatial Analysis Unit. This opportunity is open to graduate-level students currently enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) in a degree or certificate program on a full- or half-time basis. This opportunity is open to the public at USAJOBS – Job Announcement. Applications will be accepted from Dec. 21 – Jan. 11. 

We are looking for a Section Supervisor to join our Water Quality Planning bureau as the TMDL Program Section Supervisor.  The Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Program identifies sources of pollution to streams, rivers, and lakes within Montana and determines how much pollution those waters can sustain and still fully support beneficial uses. Plans are then written that outline how to reduce pollution to those waters while offering ways to assist local communities with finding solutions to restore and maintain clean water. The Program Section Supervisor is responsible for the implementation of agency, division, and bureau direction and the oversight of day-to-day operations of the programs within their Section. This position leads staff to accomplish goals by clearly and effectively communicating priorities and expectations to personnel, develops and coordinates annual work plans with personnel, provides meaningful and timely feedback to personnel, manages personnel, implements the professional growth matrix, and aligns operations with the Department strategic plans. This position works with its Bureau Chief to establish direction, identify strategy, inform of interest/controversy, and assess effectiveness of operations. Other responsibilities include: implementing policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous business process improvement; managing program funding in compliance with the statutory and funding source requirements for the programs by setting fiscally responsible goals, monitoring budgets, and evaluating results; and developing stakeholder relationships and fostering communication among diverse interest groups regarding program activities with the intent of finding mutually beneficial solutions to problems.

Performs advanced level administrative support duties for programs that build conditions that support the health of people, environments, and communities for the Environmental Health Division of the Missoula City-County Health Department.

Serves as administrative support lead for one or more major environmental health programs; performs data entry for environmental programs requiring specialized programmatic knowledge; maintains logs; manages inspection data; maintains electronic and hard copy files. Answers inquiries from the public about a wide variety of environmental health issues and County or departmental policies, rules and regulations.  Assists in the dissemination of information necessary to implement programs and County or departmental policies. Performs complex administrative support work requiring the exercise of independent judgment. Takes meeting notes and prepares minutes. Composes and prepares correspondence.  Creates reports and forms. Obtains information to complete detailed forms and applications. Assists in obtaining and compiling information and data for use in special reports; uses software to maintain department web pages; conducts research on assigned subjects; uses database applications to run reports and create graphs or charts for reports; may use desk top publishing to create brochures; newsletters or other publications. Participates in quality improvement projects, quality assurance, strategic work plans, and emergency response. Performs administrative and support tasks including:   reception of callers and visitors; scheduling appointments and special events; preparing schedules, disseminating mail and other information; maintaining files; preparing payroll forms; receiving payments by credit card, check and cash; balancing receipts to daily reports; and managing invoice system.

Performs technical and professional work in environmental health disciplines such as air and water quality, and general sanitation.  Employees hired as Environmental Health Specialist I, must become a Sanitarian in Training within one month of hire and a Registered Sanitarian with the Montana Board of Sanitarians within one year of hire.  Employees will become eligible for promotion to Environmental Health Specialist II after completion of registration as a Sanitarian.

Inspects regulated facilities to ensure compliance with state and local environmental health regulations. Responds to citizen complaints; works with public to help them comply with relevant rules and laws. Conducts enforcement activities. Conducts investigations and evaluates control methods for food, water and animal borne disease outbreaks. Collects environmental samples, collects and analyzes data, maintains records, reports data, and conducts research projects. Attends meetings as department representative. Prepares and delivers public presentations. Responds to public inquires and requests for information. Participates in quality improvement projects and strategic work plans. Works within the incident command structure during emergencies. Serves as on-call officer for emergency environmental health, air and water quality incidents. Inspects restaurants, day cares, pools and spas, trailer courts, public lodging and other establishments and public facilities to ensure compliance with state and local regulations. Performs plan review. Teaches food safety classes. May perform other environmental health work in air quality, water quality, solid waste, water lab, hazardous materials response, septic and well permitting, and subdivision review.  Performs related work as required or directed.

The Northwest Montana Outreach Coordinator will provide leadership, coordination and oversight of the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness (FSPW) outreach and community building efforts in Montana with a focus on Lincoln and Sanders Counties.  We’re looking for an individual with a connection to these landscapes and a passion for conservation. Applicants should demonstrate an ability to manage logistics, volunteers, and materials with an eye to detail. We are looking for someone with exceptional written and oral communication skills. This person must enjoy building connections with a wide range of people. 

Priority will be given to applications received on or before January 31^st, 2022. However, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

WRFI accepts applications for instructor positions on an on-going basis. If teaching undergraduate-level college academics while exploring and traveling in some of the most beautiful places in North America sounds like a dream job to you, then contact us!

WRFI requires a master’s degree or higher to instruct, in addition to Wilderness First Responder training, college-level teaching experience, and group management experience in the outdoors.

WRFI currently has the following instructor positions open: 

• Native American Studies Instructor for the summer Conservation Across Boundaries course
• Restoration Ecology Instructor
• Native American Studies Instructor for the fall Montana Afoot and Afloat course
• Native American Studies Instructor for the fall Colorado Plateau course

The Wild Rockies Field Institute is seeking a visionary Executive Director to lead the organization in Missoula, Montana. Individuals with a proven track record in fiscal and organization management, fundraising, and program development are encouraged to apply. Familiarity with environmental field education is a plus.

The Executive Director will provide overall leadership and direction for WRFI’s field-based academic programs. Primary responsibilities include financial management; office administration; marketing and recruitment; strategic planning; program development; fundraising; risk management; communications with students, parents, alumni, instructors, and partner universities. The Executive Director supervises a team of 2-4 office staff members as well as approximately 20 field staff each season, and works closely with the Board of Directors.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will be open until filled. The start date is negotiable with a preference for 2/14/2021.

The Landscape Conservation Specialist will serve as a research staff position for the next two years, helping develop and facilitate an invasive and noxious weed control monitoring program in Park County.

The new position will study the efficacy of noxious and invasive weed treatment practices through monitoring, research, and data analysis using protocols recently developed by Montana State University and professional and private weed management professionals in Montana.

Additionally, the new position will work directly with the local community providing education, outreach, and training opportunities. 

The program was developed with, and will work in partnership with Park County Cooperative Weed Management Area, MSU Extension, Montana State University and the Park County Conservation District.

The Land Steward ensures that The Vital Ground Foundation’s conservation projects are adequately documented, monitored and stewarded according to the organization’s adopted Policies and Procedures, Land Trust Alliance Standards and Guidelines, and all applicable agreements, contracts, and approved management plans, to provide enduring benefits to wildlife and the public, and to maintain compliance with applicable Internal Revenue Code rules and regulations. The Land Steward will also undertake GIS analyses and prepare various types of maps and reports. The position will also support and participate in other Vital Ground activities such as strategic planning, community events, publications, communications, and outreach as needed.

Note: No application deadline posted.

The Broader Impacts Group (BIG) at University of Montana invites applicants for an Education and Evaluation Research Associate. The Research Associate will work with Dr. Beth Covitt and collaborators on multiple grant-funded science education research and program evaluation projects at both the K-12 and higher education levels. The Research Associate will support the effective implementation of projects through data collection, management, analysis, and reporting/dissemination. The associate will also join the larger collaborative work of projects involving design and implementation of education and evaluation research, science learning experiences, and professional development.

Projects that the Research Associate will collaborate on include:

·      Investigating how multi-perspective, place- and problem-based science learning experiences can support middle school students from predominantly Indigenous communities in more safely traversing between home cultures and Western science in the NSF-funded project, Precipitating Change with Alaskan and Hawaiian Schools.

·      Evaluation of the Montana Space Grant Consortium programs as well as the associated, NASA-funded Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project, which will engage student teams from across the country in NASA-mission-like scientific ballooning activities during the 2023 and 2024 eclipses.

Each summer the BMWF employs hardworking and dedicated folks to carry out the “boots on the ground” work of the Foundation.  If you’re interested in spending the summer giving back to the wilderness, click on the “More information” link for full job descriptions and how to apply!

Crew Leader positions will be posted December 22nd, 2021 and will be accepted until all position are filled.

Internship applications will be accepted beginning December 22nd, 2021 and are due by February 1st. 2022. Sorry, late applications will not be considered.

Packer Apprentice: We will be accepting 2022 Packer Apprentice applications beginning January 1st, 2022.

The Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation, engaged in the active stewardship of the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, seeks a Business Affairs Specialist to join our dynamic team of nonprofit professionals. The right person for this position will join a team that is as passionate about cultivating a productive and rewarding work environment as they are for the care and stewardship of the wilderness. The selected candidate will build upon existing systems and implement new systems that will improve team and partner function and efficiencies in the areas of volunteer, donor, partner and staff recruitment and retention. The position will be based in Hungry Horse, Montana.

Garden City Harvest is a nonprofit that manages many community gardens & urban farms in Missoula MT. 

GCH is hiring a Youth Farm Manager.

Summary: The Youth Farm is one of Garden City Harvest’s four Neighborhood Farms and home to one of its two Youth Development programs. The Youth Farm Manager is responsible for the overall activities of the farm, including field planning, planting, cultivating, and harvesting vegetable crops, as well as the employment of youth living in Youth Homes’ group homes. This person will work closely with Garden City Harvest and Youth Homes’ staff to successfully operate the farm and create a supportive work environment where youth employees are able to find success at the farm.

Wage & Benefits: Starting at $18/hour, depending on experience. Medical and dental insurance with premium paid in full by employer; 1-week vacation/sick equivalent per year; 3 paid holidays per year; equivalent of one half-share of vegetables in season

Hours: Full-time seasonal, working 1,500 hours annually from mid-February to mid-November, with the greatest concentration of work April through October

The Crown of the Continent Community Conservation Specialist will coordinate and manage TWS engagement in collaborative, community-based conservation efforts in Montana’s Crown of the Continent landscape.  This position will play a key role in co-creating solutions with partners from communities within the Crown landscape, including Indigenous communities and Sovereign Tribal Nations, that contribute to TWS national goals of protecting 30% of lands and waters within the US by 2030 and all people benefitting equitably from public lands, in addition to other goals outlined in TWS’ 5-year Strategic Plan.   

 An additional focus of work will be supporting and implementing solutions to the climate and extinction crises in deep partnership with a wide array of partners and stakeholders within the Crown of the Continent.

NCAT is seeking a full-time Development Director responsible for increasing available funds from private sources, including individuals, foundations, and corporations, and managing other fundraising activities to support NCAT.

The preferred location for this position is Butte, Montana, but the position also may be located elsewhere in Montana and commute to Butte on an as needed basis.

Applications accepted on a rolling basis until position is filled.

The Western Organization of Resource Councils (WORC) is seeking to hire two experienced community organizers to join our staff team. WORC’s regional organizers work with network leaders and staff to plan and execute regional and national campaigns, and provide support to WORC’s member groups. The two regional organizer positions we are hiring for will help lead our work to hold coal, oil and gas companies accountable; create a just transition for fossil-fuel dependent communities; accelerate community-scale renewable energy; and win an agriculture and food system that is fair and just for family farmers, ranchers, workers and eaters. In addition to these issues, one of the Regional Organizers will work with the Native-led organizations in WORC’s network to support at the regional and national levels their work around Indigenous community priorities that may include Missing and Murdered Indigenous
People; health care; voting rights; tribal sovereignty, law and policies; and other issues.

Preferred location of Billings, MT or Montrose, CO. Applications accepted on a rolling basis until position is filled.

Each of our organizers works with Northern Plains’ grassroots membership as a whole, with our local affiliates (mostly in small, rural communities), and with our issue task forces to further the mission of Northern Plains. As a Northern Plains organizer, you won’t be tied to a desk, you’ll meet lots of people, and you’ll make change happen at the grassroots level.

This organizer will be assigned to work with our Soil Task Force- the body of our statewide, grassroots membership who are working to implement good soil health practices, and create soil health policy for the state of Montana.

Northern Plains is watching the emerging Delta variant closely and setting our organizing expectations accordingly. In order to keep our staff and members safe, Community Organizers must be able to organize remotely if needed. This requires having access to reliable internet from your home, convening and attending virtual meetings, conducting phone calls, and deploying creative problem solving.

During non-pandemic times, overnight travel averages perhaps 2-3 times a month for this position.

This is very much a “people” job.

This is a permanent, salaried, and exempt position.

Applications will be received and reviewed on a rolling basis. Position open until filled.

NCAT is seeking a full time Local Foods Specialist who will work to grow Montana’s farm-to-institution movement by collaborating with a statewide network of foodservice professionals, farmers and ranchers, and leaders in the local food movement. This position will provide an outstanding opportunity to work with a dedicated and professional staff on local food projects throughout Montana.

The preferred location for this position is Butte, Montana, but the position also may be located elsewhere in Montana and commute to Butte on an as needed basis.

Applications accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Each of our organizers works with Northern Plains’ grassroots membership as a whole, with our local affiliates (mostly in small, rural communities), and with our issue task forces to further the mission of Northern Plains. As a Northern Plains organizer, you won’t be tied to a desk, you’ll meet lots of people, and you’ll make change happen at the grassroots level.

Northern Plains is watching the emerging Delta variant closely and setting our organizing expectations accordingly. In order to keep our staff and members safe, Community Organizers must be able to organize remotely if needed. This requires having access to reliable internet from your home, convening and attending virtual meetings, conducting phone calls, and deploying creative problem solving.

During non-pandemic times, overnight travel averages perhaps 2-3 times a month for this position.

This is very much a “people” job.

This is a permanent, salaried, and exempt position.

Applications accepted on a rolling basis until filled.

The Milk River Watershed Alliance (MRWA), made up of five conservation districts and the coordinator from the Joint Board of Control to provide leadership, assistance, and guidance for the wise use and conservation of the Milk River’s natural resources. The communication specialist is an employee of the Valley County Conservation District (CD), assigned to provide communication services to the Alliance, of which Valley County CD is a member. The purpose of this position is to assist the Alliance in achieving its overall objective of local input and control into the management and conservation of the Milk River. Note: contact Milk River Watershed Alliance for application due date. None listed on posting.

The Intermountain West Joint Venture (IWJV) is hiring a Science to Implementation (S2I) Coordinator that works across the 11-state region of the Intermountain West, overseeing the IWJV’s efforts to integrate science into habitat conservation delivery. The S2I Coordinator is a newly created position that will be a critical team member working across the 11-state region of the Intermountain West. This position will coordinate and support the IWJV’s efforts to integrate science, local, and traditional knowledge into strategic habitat conservation delivery with measurable impacts on the landscape. The IWJV has a legacy of advancing on-the-ground conservation through a strong science-based foundation and longstanding relationships with a multitude of partners. The IWJV has increasingly recognized the gaps that exist between the development of science and the transfer of science into conservation outcomes, and is now capitalizing on the opportunity to increase strategic conservation through recruiting for a dedicated staff member to work on science to implementation full time. The deadline for applications is midnight MST on Sunday, December 12, 2021.

The Wilderness Land Trust has an opening for a salaried position as a Director of Operations and Development to support project-specific land acquisition fundraising efforts, oversee general fundraising activities to attract new donors and increase membership level donors, and direct outreach efforts to build public awareness of our work. In conjunction with the President, the Director of Operations and Development works to guide the effectiveness of the Trust in all functional areas and reports directly to the President.

The University of Montana Wilderness Institute is hiring research technicians to assist a team of researchers and graduate students with fieldwork exploring the effect of climate on forest development following wildfire. Research will take place in an old-growth forest plot in Yosemite National Park (yfdp.org) and at numerous locations across the 1.3-million-acre Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Data collection includes measurements of forest structure, tree demography, fuels, causes of tree mortality, mapping woody debris and tree locations, coring trees, and tree seedling surveys. This work is remote and will require front-country camping and multi-week wilderness backpacking trips. Applications received by December 15, 2021 will receive highest consideration.

The program manager will be responsible for the implementation of multiple established outreach programs that
focus on the pet industry and recreation industry. The Don’t Let it Loose program promotes responsible pet
ownership and rehoming, and the Clean Boater program promotes Clean Drain Dry actions for recreational
boaters. Both programs function by working with diverse industry and agency partners which have fostered
advancements in invasive species prevention efforts. Managing all aspects of programming will require
organization, enthusiasm, creativity and leadership. Diverse communication methods will be needed to implement
program objectives.

The Green Mountain Conservation District is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of District Administrator. The District Administrator provides administrative, communications, and technical services, and manages the regular operations of the GMCD office in support of GMCD’s mission to protect and enhance the natural resources of Western Sanders County and to educate the public about natural resource concerns.

Applications for this position will be accepted through December 15, 2021. Please see attached job announcement for more information about the position and how to apply.

Adventure Scientists is looking for an experienced marketing/communications professional to join our leadership team. You will play a significant role in advancing the organization, with aparticular focus on shaping the direction of Adventure Scientists’ brand and reputation withscientific partners. As the head of our marketing team, you will find creative ways to articulateand present our programs to drive broad awareness about the importance of our work, increasepartner engagement, and showcase our services. You will work cross-functionally to grow andengage our global community.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

Adventure Scientists seeks a creative and energetic Head of Development. This leader will build upon our track record of fundraising success and introduce new strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a range of supporters. They will sit on the senior leadership team, serve as a key thought partner to the Executive Director, work alongside an engaged Board of Directors and staff, and ultimately contribute to making a significant impact on the conservation field.

We review applications on a rolling basis and strive to get back to applicants within two weeks.

The DNRC Water Management Bureau (WMB) is recruiting for a Groundwater Hydrologist 2. Duty location is Helena.  The position provides support to the Water Resources Division and WMB in administration of the Montana Water Use Act and to support implementation of the 2015 Montana State Water Plan. The position serves as a department expert on technical analyses of complex hydrologic conditions in support of water rights administration, policy development, and water management studies.

The vacancy announcement can be found on the State of Montana Careers website. Closing date is November 28, 2021.

The Conservation Education Director is responsible for development, management, and implementation of the Jack Creek Preserve Foundation’s educational programming. Programming will vary from outdoor skills to more ecology-based classes, and complex curriculum focusing on current wildlife conservation and management efforts. The goal will be to develop standard curriculum available to a variety of groups, and to work with a select few groups to develop custom curriculum while increasing annual youth education hours. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation and the importance of hunters as conservationists.

The University of Montana invites applications for an Aquatic Scientist/Projects Manager in the Ecological Mapping, Monitoring and Analysis (EMMA) group at the O’Connor Center for the Rocky Mountain West. The Aquatic Scientist/Projects Manager oversees projects and partnerships that support Inventory & Monitoring and Research & Analysis.  In particular, the Aquatic Scientist/Projects Manager manages and conducts studies to document the distribution, status, characteristics, and ecology of aquatic communities and habitats across the region, and summarizes information to inform resource management. The incumbent works closely with the Associate Director, the Senior Projects Manager and other project managers to provide technical and scientific leadership for EMMA staff, and develop regional partnerships to extend the effective use of EMMA resources. 

The University of Montana invites applications for a Lead Crew Manager in the Ecological Mapping, Monitoring and Analysis (EMMA) group at the O’Connor Center for the Rocky Mountain West.  The Lead Crew Manager carries out tasks essential to successful field data collection in streams and rivers across the mountain West.

Specific duties include assisting in the hiring and training of new staff, communication and coordination with agency project partners, reviewing research sites for suitability and access, equipment and inventory management, transportation, logistics, approval/submission of employee timesheets/travel forms, and crew safety.