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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 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.

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.

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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. 

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.

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.

Invasive Species Action Network works to prevent the human-caused spread of invasive species by promoting
voluntary behavior change. By working with a national network of partners focused on managing and educating to
make a change in invasive species, we have been able to positively affect action. The work on invasive species is
vital for protecting the integrity of our natural resources and ecosystems. Invasive Species Action Network is
seeking to make an impact in unexpected areas of business and conservation to show that every small positive
behavior change is a victory in the fight against invasive species introduction and spread.

Position Details
This is a great job opening for someone who already has some well-developed skills and is ready to join a small but
successful non-profit that has opportunities on the horizon. You will enjoy interacting with partners across the US
while benefiting from a collaborative work environment. This position reports directly to the Executive Director
and is expected to work collaboratively with the ISAN team.

The Nature Conservancy High Divide Headwaters Stewardship Assistant works with private and public land managers in southwest Montana on a variety of on-the-ground land stewardship projects including invasive plants, stream restoration, rangeland and fire effects monitoring, and fencing to conserve the priority lands and waters.  Position offers a unique opportunity to be involved in a collaborative, science-based, applied conservation program, and to gain experience in a wide variety of land and water issues.  

CVA is seeking a dedicated and driven individual to join our Team, leading the Invasive Species Management, Water and Drought Awareness, and Outreach/Education programs. The Field Coordinator will be responsible for growing and coordinating these field-based programs that serve the Centennial Valley community, landscape, and partner organizations. Specifically, the Field Coordinator will:

• Establish and maintain relationships, while actively participating in collaborative projects with ranchers, local community members, and agency and NGO partners, to strategically enhance CVA’s mission and goals.
• Coordinate and implement Early Detection, Rapid Response invasive weed management to protect and maintain intact native plant communities, quality forage for livestock and wildlife, and ensure that the Centennial Valley remains one of the most pristine landscapes in Montana.
• Implement data collection and lead a forum on drought awareness, education, and information dissemination that supports local landowners in making informed, effective, and sustainable land management decisions.
• Organize and conduct effective education and outreach programming for the local community, K-8 students, recreationists, and other visitors.
• Assist with grant writing, fundraising, marketing, and other general operational duties.