Job Opportunity
Montana Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) is hiring for one (1) full-time, term position with benefits to serve in Malta, Montana. These positions are part of a collaborative effort among MACD, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and local partners to further the delivery of rangeland conservation. This position will maintain and/or expand technical assistance capacity in key rangeland focal areas to strengthen working ranchlands management. Employees will work with private landowners in Montana to increase the sustainability and economic viability of ranches, while simultaneously improving the habitat for sage grouse and other rangeland dependent wildlife. The incumbent will be an employee of MACD with daily instruction and leadership provided by the local NRCS District Conservationist.
Job Opportunity
Granite Headwaters Watershed Group (GHWG), through its fiscal sponsor Granite Conservation District (Granite CD), is seeking a qualified, independent contractor to assist in achieving its mission to “promote the responsible use of the watershed’s natural, human, and socio-economic resources to protect and enhance the rural lifestyles valued by our communities throughout the Flint Creek and Upper Rock Creek drainages” and help forward a vision for the group into the future.
The Watershed Coordinator is a part-time, maximum 0.5 FTE independent contractor position with the Granite CD. The job has potential to evolve into a full- time and/or long-term position if funding is secured by the coordinator to support his or her continued work.
Position open until filled! Please send any questions or inquiries to: Mike Miller at graniteheadwaters@gmail.com
Job Opportunity
The Regional Water Resource Planner (Water Planner) connects the Bureau, Division and other state and federal agencies with individuals, organizations and communities to meet the objectives of DNRC water management through collaborative, strategic, and place-based water use planning and project facilitation and implementation. Water Planners partner with others to create comprehensive water supply, drought, water management and other specialized water plans and projects like the State Water Plan (§ 85-1-203, Montana Code Annotated (MCA)) and the State Drought Management Plan. Water Planners also plan and support the stakeholder engagement activities that inform the direction and prioritization of the Division’s work. The Water Planning Section also staffs the Governor’s Drought and Water Supply Advisory Committee (§ 2-15-3308, MCA). Comprised of natural resource agency directors and designees, this committee informs the Governor’s office and the public of water supply conditions and forecasts and recommends statewide drought emergency declarations as warranted.
Job Opportunity
The mission of the Gallatin Conservation District (GCD) is “To promote and guide the conservation and management of natural resources in Gallatin County.” They accomplish this mission through “local, common-sense conservation,” and the 310 permitting process is an important tool in that process. The Natural Streambed and Preservation Law or “310 Law” was passed in 1975, and it is the one regulatory aspect of the work of conservation districts in the state of Montana. The successful applicant will be compensated for their time and expenses related to training and continuing education related to 310 permitting.
The 310 Coordinator is responsible for assisting the 310 related business for the district. The Coordinator must be able to collaborate and communicate with the GCD staff to successfully implement the permitting process and foster good relationships with applicants. Position is part to 3/4 time, nonexempt based at the GCD office in Manhattan, MT.
Position open until filled.
Job Opportunity
The Water Policy Manager will help Gallatin Watershed Council understand and engage in water related policies, regulations and programs at the state and local levels, with the goal of advancing advocacy strategies that protect, enhance, and restore the Lower Gallatin Watershed.
Status: Regular, full-time, exempt position
Term: One year position with possibility of extension, dependent on funding
Wages & Hours: $62,000 annual salary, 35 hours per week
Position open until filled
Job Opportunity
The Administrative Assistant will play a pivotal role within the GWC team, facilitating seamless communication, ensuring the efficient functioning of our systems, and providing essential support to help us reach our organizational goals and objectives.
Reports to: Executive Director
Status: Regular, part-time, non-exempt position
Wages & Hours: $22/hour, 10-20 hours per week
Position open until filled.
Job Opportunity
The Grant Program Specialist/Grant Project Coordinator is a grant-funded position responsible for assisting in the administration of a 6-year, $7 million grant focused on protecting water resources and toxics reduction in Western Montana. The coordinator will play a vital role in overseeing the successful implementation of the grant, ensuring compliance with grant guidelines, and providing support to communities, groups, and entities involved in water conservation and toxics reduction initiatives. This position provides program expertise, coordination, and services for WMCC. The incumbent will plan, implement, and evaluate local, statewide, or community program activities as directed by WMCC. The position reports directly to the Executive Director of the commission.
Position open until filled.
Job Opportunity
The Grant Administrative Specialist is a key position responsible for the successful administration, financial management, documentation, and adherence to federal guidelines of a 6-year, $7 million grant focused on protecting water resources and toxics reduction in Western Montana. In this role, you will be instrumental in guiding the successful execution of the grant, play a critical role in ensuring strict compliance with federal regulations and reporting requirements, managing grant finances, and maintaining comprehensive documentation throughout the grant period. This position provides grant expertise, coordination, and services for WMCC. The incumbent will develop, write, ensure compliance, prepare reports, and review contracts as necessary to serve as a liaison between the funding source, the State, sub-grantees, and subcontractors. The position reports directly to the Executive Director of the commission.
Position open until filled.
Job Opportunity
The State Water Projects Bureau (SWPB) is located in the Water Resources Division, DNRC. The Bureau, acting as the owner for the State of Montana, is responsible for the management and oversight of 18 active water storage projects, mostly built between 1935 and 1942. The projects consist of 22 dams, 20 of which are classified as high hazard (reservoirs range in volume from 513 acre-feet to 79,071 acre-feet). The Bureau manages nearly 2000 water marketing contracts, providing over 300,000 acre-feet of water a year to irrigators across the state; is responsible for the management and oversight of over 250 miles of supply and delivery canals; manages recreational cabin sites, agricultural and grazing leases; and is responsible to protect and enhance water rights associated with the projects. The Bureau also owns and manages one 10-MW Hydroelectric facility, of which the net proceeds from power sales are used to help fund the ongoing rehabilitation and maintenance efforts for our projects. The Bureau accomplishes these responsibilities through the actions of the Rehabilitation Section; the Hydropower program; the canals program; and the administrative section which includes all water measurement, water right actions, land issues, water marketing, and overall master planning and management. The Rehabilitation Section has the responsibility for overseeing and maintaining the DNRC owned dams to insure their continued safe operation. This includes performing annual inspections, managing periodic maintenance and repair activities, and managing a long-term, ongoing rehabilitation program to bring all the dams into compliance with applicable state and federal dam safety regulations. This position is responsible for supervising and managing the Project Rehabilitation Section which provides engineering and technical support services to facilitate the continued safe and reliable operation of Department owned dams.
Position open until filled.
Job Opportunity
Montana Dept. Natural Resources and Conservation Regional Engineers perform a broad variety of engineering analyses and technical duties for all programs within the DNRC Water Resources Division, including the engineering analysis and hydrologic information/services needed for dam safety regulation, floodplain administration, and state water project management. The incumbent will also assist with engineering analysis needed to make water right administration decisions. This position performs an enjoyable mix of in-office technical analysis and field work.
The Havre engineer primarily serves counties along the Hi-Line, from the eastern slopes of Glacier National Park and the Rocky Mountain Front to the prairies and badlands of the North Dakota border.
This position has the opportunity to work on statewide projects and tasks in other areas, depending on interest, skills, and need. DNRC is committed to providing training and career advancement to staff, including attendance at state and national conferences, state-of-the-art modeling courses, and support to pursue professional interests.
This position is supervised by the Regional Engineer Supervisor and works closely with other DNRC regional engineers; with Floodplain, Dam Safety, and State Water Projects engineers and staff; and with DNRC hydrologists and water rights staff. Under the direction of the Regional Engineer Supervisor and Program Managers located in the central Helena office, the Regional Engineer enjoys diverse work experiences, including:
Working one-on-one with high hazard dam owners.
Using dam breach models to evaluate hazards below dams.
Reviewing hydrologic and hydraulic studies associated with floodplain mapping.
Assisting local communities with floodplain permit applications.
Providing engineering support and construction oversight on state-owned dam and canal rehabilitation projects.
Conducting field investigations and analysis to support wise local water right decisions.
The opportunity to make a difference and a genuine impact in the communities you serve.
This position requires travel, up to 25% of the time, which often involves field work.
Position open until filled.