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The Clark Fork Coalition is seeking an experienced professional to temporarily join our team as an Accounting Manager, covering a 5-month maternity leave. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Accounting Manager is responsible for accounting systems, financial operations, internal control policies and procedures, and some employee benefit management. As part of a small, high impact team, this role plays a significant role helping the CFC fulfill its mission to protect and restore the Clark Fork watershed.

This position coordinates natural resource and water quality protection operations and programs of the Western Montana Conservation Commission. This entails assessing the needs of the commission through research and analysis to assure that projects and programs meet the statutory objectives. Research and analysis including working with private citizens, local government, and non-profit organizations within the commission’s jurisdiction to improve programs and services. The position reviews local laws and land use ordinances and reports on these to the commission for discussion, debate, and policy/position actions that inform program operations outreach, education, and direct action, as directed by the commission. The position reports directly to the Executive Director of the commission.

The focus of this position relates to natural resource and water quality protection including, but not limited to nonpoint source pollution mitigation, such as stormwater and wastewater associated projects, and supporting aquatic invasive species prevention programs. It may include leading and supporting education and outreach, water quality/stormwater monitoring and protection projects, volunteer management, and the coordination and implementation of work plans and strategies to restore and protect ground and surface water resources in western Montana.

The Community Engagement Manager will increase the Gallatin Watershed Council’s impact to improve watershed health by building strong relationships in the community, growing our volunteer opportunities, and elevating public understanding and care for water resources. The Community Engagement Manager will work collaboratively with the full GWC team.

The Executive Director will lead the Montana Association of Conservation Districts into the next phase of its work to support, empower, and represent Montana’s conservation districts. The Executive Director is responsible for MACD, its talented staff, and the resources entrusted to the organization. The Executive Director works closely with the MACD Board of Directors to refine the organization’s strategic direction and develop specific action plans to achieve agreed-upon strategic goals and objectives. The Executive Director works regularly across the state, establishing key partnerships and representing MACD at district and partner meetings. Alongside board leadership, the Executive Director is the face of the organization and a leading voice for Montana’s conservation districts.

Applications received by August 26 will receive priority consideration.

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.

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.

HydroSolutions, Inc. (HydroSolutions) seeks an entry-level hydrogeologist to join their team. This is a full-time position located in the Billings, Montana office. This is an entry-level professional level position that will work under the supervision and mentorship of senior staff. Incumbent will be responsible for providing field services and technical hydrogeologic analysis to serve the clients and support HydroSolutions’ mission. Work will primarily be focused on water resources projects throughout Montana. Duties of this position will include but are not limited to:

• Provide technical analysis and conduct field work in support of senior staff on projects involving water supply planning, well design, well drilling and construction, source water protection, water rights, construction dewatering, geologic and hydrogeologic investigations, groundwater exploration, aquifer testing and analysis, and contaminated site investigation.

• Field work such as observation and documentation of site conditions, data collection using various electronic instruments and associated computer/tablet interfaces, mapping using high accuracy GPS equipment.

• Keep detailed records and prepare detailed notes documenting all field activities and observations.

• Collect a wide variety of standard hydrogeological, hydrologic, and environmental field data in a timely and accurate manner with limited oversight. Data collection tasks may include execution of aquifer tests, lithologic logging of water supply and monitoring wells, water quality sampling, stream flow measurement, and environmental sampling of groundwater, surface water, soils, and air.

• Oversee subcontractors (e.g. well drillers) in the field. Document subcontractor work, and generally ensure subcontractors complete work in accordance with project objectives.

• Efficiently and effectively conduct research in hydrogeologic and other relevant literature in support of projects and tasks.

• Assist senior staff in analyzing and interpreting aquifer testing data, model results, geophysical data, hydrogeological data, and published literature in order to develop hydrogeologic site conceptual models.

• Prepare basic scientific reports for small projects at the direction of senior staff. As requested, assist senior staff on larger project reports by writing specified sections and/or preparing figures, maps and tables.

• Assist in the preparation of Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation water right applications.

• Occasional travel required, potentially to small towns and rural areas. Travel requirements will vary with project needs but will likely fall in the range of two days to one week per month.

Clark Fork Coalition (CFC) River Ambassadors are part of a small seasonal team focused on improving public recreation experiences and protecting conservation investments in Missoula Valley rivers. River Ambassadors’ work is largely field based and outdoors (70%) with additional office duties (30%) focused on social media, communications, and data management. Ambassadors work at popular river access sites around Missoula to provide assistance and information to various publics about river recreation shuttles, parking, take-outs, floats, and best practices for safety and conservation when spending time on the river. This position will serve a geographical area primarily focused on river access sites within 10 miles of Missoula’s urban downtown, including Milltown State Park, the Downtown River trail system, Kelly Island, and Maclay Flats. River Ambassadors will work on the land (primarily by bike and foot) and on the water (stand-up paddleboard, kayak, etc.)

The River Ambassador program is a collaboration between CFC, Missoula County, the City of Missoula, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, and the Missoula Conservation District. River Ambassadors will report to the River Ambassador Program Coordinator. As part of a small, high-impact team, Ambassadors will play a significant role in delivering on-the-ground public outreach, working collaboratively to build an informed and engaged recreation community who will advocate for, and support, sustainable river recreation in the Missoula Valley.

The Montana Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) is looking for someone to provide leadership and management of their programs and help build for the future. The successful applicant has a background in natural resources, proven experience in program and/or grant management, and is friendly, organized, hardworking, and motivated. This position has room for both growth and creativity, and MACD will provide training opportunities for candidates, both on-the-job and through external training options.

Open until filled.