Job Opportunity
The Centennial Valley Association (CVA) is seeking a dedicated and driven individual to join their team as the Field Coordinator in 2026. This position leads CVA’s Invasive Species Management, Water and Drought Awareness, and Outreach/Education programs. The Field Coordinator is responsible for growing and coordinating these field-based programs that serve the Centennial Valley community, landscape, and partner organizations.
Work Schedule: 0.75 FTE. Position may require odd hours, including nights, weekends, and work weeks >40 hours.
Position is full-time during field season (May- October), and half-time in the off-season (November-April) as a
permanent, year-round position.
Compensation & Employee Perks: $45,000/year ($3,750/month). Free seasonal housing (May – October) is provided in a field camp setting. Other perks include remote work option in off-season, eleven (11) observed holidays, Flexible Time Off, professional growth opportunities, a provided field work vehicle, and supplied field and office equipment.
Position open until filled.
Job Opportunity
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, providing assistance and information to the public about river recreation shuttles, parking, take-outs, floats, best
practices, and conservation. 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 the Clark Fork Coalition (CFC), Missoula County, the City of Missoula, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, the Missoula Conservation District, and ASUM Transportation. River Ambassadors will report to the River Ambassador Program Coordinator. River Ambassadors play a significant role in delivering on-the-ground public education, working collaboratively to build an informed and engaged recreation community who will practice, advocate for, and support sustainable river recreation in the Missoula Valley.
Job Opportunity
The Water Monitoring and Maintenance Field Technicians will work closely with Clark Fork Coalition’s (CFC) Flow Team to support instream flow restoration projects in the Clark Fork River watershed. The Monitoring and Maintenance Field Technicians will work under CFC’s Legal Director and perform varied tasks such as streamflow measurement and fish screen maintenance in support of CFC’s Flow Team. As part of a small, high-impact team, the Monitoring and Maintenance Field Technicians play 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 a healthy watershed. This is primarily a field position requiring physical exertion, efficient time-management, and often eight or more hours in the field alone on a given day.
Job Opportunity
The Madison Conservation District is looking for a full-time District Administrator to support local conservation efforts through office management, bookkeeping, and community outreach. If you’re organized, collaborative, and passionate about working with landowners and partners to support healthy landscapes, we’d love to hear from you.
Position open until filled.
Job Opportunity
The Park Conservation District (PCD) seeks a District Administrator (DA).
The DA works to promote the soil and water conservation mission of the PCD and oversees daily operations of the District. The DA provides administration, management, communication, and technical support to the Board of Supervisors. The PCD is a subdivision of state government and receives revenues from real property taxes in Park County. The DA is responsible for the administration of the Montana Natural Streambed and Land Preservation Act, known as the 310 Law. A critical part of the DA’s job duties includes reviewing 310 permit applications, scheduling site inspections, and processing 310 permits. The DA is responsible for fostering existing and building new
partnerships, district wide planning and implementation of conservation projects, water reservation management, and providing support for the Upper Yellowstone and Shields Valley Watershed Groups. Qualified candidates will preferably possess knowledge of and passion for natural resource management, including agriculture, soil, and water conservation.
Position open until filled.
Job Opportunity
The Big Hole Watershed Committee is now accepting applications for up to four seasonal Watershed Field Technicians to join their team in summer 2026.
These paid, full-time positions offer a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting wet meadow assessment and restoration planning across the Big Hole Watershed. Technicians will work in small field crews conducting ecological and hydrologic data collection in remote, high-elevation landscapes. The work includes weekday field camping, hiking in rugged terrain, and contributing directly to long-term watershed restoration and climate resilience efforts.
Position highlights
- Term: Mid-May through August 2026
- Schedule: Four 10-hour days per week
- Housing: Weekday camping with weekend housing provided
- Transportation: Rental vehicle provided or mileage reimbursed
Job Opportunity
The Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) Water Resources Division is recruiting a Hydrologic Technician 3 to support Montana’s stream gage and groundwater monitoring networks and assist hydrologic investigations across the state.
If you enjoy hands‑on field work, solving technical problems, and using data to inform water management, this role lets you work on projects that matter to communities, ecosystems, and water users across Montana.
Job Opportunity
This position is a temporary position for a seasonal field technician which is needed to complete priority project monitoring for the 2026 field season and will be responsible for collecting data for beneficial use impairment determinations and reporting to EPA.
Two years of science focused higher education · One field season of relevant environmental monitoring experience · Current valid Driver’s License and clean driving record in accordance with State of Montana Vehicle Use Policy · Ability to hike, carrying up to 40 lbs of sampling equipment while working in wilderness settings.
Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Job Opportunity
- Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in natural resources, or at least 5 years of experience working in a natural resources field, with emphasis on data collection and management.
- Experience: Experienced in GIS applications and database management as well as recent
wetland, wildlife, or botany survey experience. - Ability: Ability and interest in contributing to a variety of key tasks such as: data entry, data
management, and statistical analysis. Other tasks would include GIS mapping/analysis and
field survey work. - Specific Skills: Preference for the following demonstrable skills: data entry/data
management using MS Access and statistical data analysis using MS Access, “R”, or Excel
software. GIS mapping and analysis using ArcPro GIS software, collection and management
of GIS data in the field. - Travel: Position will require travel to a variety of remote locations in the Intermountain West
and Great Plains. Applicants must be physically and psychologically able to complete field
work under adverse conditions such as: heat, rain, snow, insects, and/or steep terrain (all
while maintaining a positive/professional attitude). Field stints up to 14 days are possible
with multiple field surveys each year, typically between April and October.
Job Opportunity
- Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in natural resources, or at least 5 years of
experience working in environmental inspection, reclamation, permitting, and/or
environmental field work. - Experience: Experience with environmental oversight and inspections on industrial projects.
Experience should include stormwater permitting and inspection, erosion control
installation and inspection, and environmental permit requirements for industrial projects. - Ability: Can contribute to a variety of key tasks such as research pre-construction permitting
requirements, preparing and implementing stormwater control plans, complete site-specific
pre-construction environmental surveys, complete other environmental inspections as
required. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively to solve problems and
interface between different project components such as construction teams, land access
personnel, and environmental compliance officials. - Specific Skills/Training: Certified Stormwater Administrator or other erosion control
experience or certification (i.e. CESCP), Environmental Inspector (EI) experience, and general
plant and wildlife identification skills. - Travel: Position requires travel to a variety of remote locations in the Intermountain West
and Great Plains. Applicants must be physically and psychologically able to complete
inspection or field work under adverse conditions such as: heat, rain, snow, insects, and/or
steep terrain (all while maintaining a positive/professional attitude). Work will require
substantial time stationed on projects and/or frequent trips to projects
