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Job Opportunity
The Program Coordinator is a full-time, hourly position reporting to the Executive Director. The Program Coordinator is responsible for Sun River Watershed Group programs including data collection and other field tasks, event coordination, outreach, and volunteer recruitment. The Program Coordinator assists with fundraising, grant writing, board of directors support, stakeholder outreach, implementing SRWG’s Watershed Restoration Plan, and other tasks that further SRWG’s mission and values.
Position open until filled.
Job Opportunity
The Conservation Project Manager (CPM) will identify, develop, and implement projects that improve water quality, enhance aquatic and riparian habitats, and protect key tributaries on both private and public lands in the Bitterroot watershed. Key responsibilities include identifying water storage opportunities, supporting irrigated agriculture, and designing projects that strengthen the socio-ecological resilience of the watershed.
Current projects range in size and scope from multi-mile road decommissioning in partnership with the USFS to small acreage riparian fencing with private landowners. Projects active in 2024 include road decommissioning in Rye Creek, sediment reduction in Willow Creek, temperature reduction on Cameron Creek, and volunteer-based restoration and coordination throughout the watershed.
The salary range for project managers is $50,000-$60,000, and for seasoned project managers it is $60,000-$70,000. Actual compensation and job title will be based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors. Opportunity for advancement from CPM to Restoration Director.
Position open until filled.
Job Opportunity
The Montana Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) is looking for someone to provide leadership and management of their programs and help them 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.
Job Opportunity
The Montana Association of Conservation Districts is looking for someone to join their team to work on current administrative and technical assistance activities to help build for the future. The successful applicant will be friendly, detail-oriented, creative, willing to learn, and interested in contributing to collaborative conservation projects. 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.
In order to better serve state conservation partners and to create a full-time employment opportunity, the Operations Manager position is being offered in collaboration with the Montana Watershed Coordination Council. The shared position is an important part of building strong conservation partnerships across the state. This is a permanent position. Please note your preferred work schedule in your application materials.
Job Opportunity
Are you interested in developing water quality improvement plans for Montana’s streams, lakes, and rivers? Are you interested in a mix of field work, data analysis, and technical document writing? Montana Dept. of Environmental Quality are looking for a Water Quality Scientist to join their 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, summarizing, and visually presenting 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; Presenting TMDLs, associated data, and scientific information to the public and stakeholders; and Documenting water quality improvement and wetland protection actions and evaluating relative success of these actions. Some field work to collect surface water quality data and assess pollutant sources, as well as travel around the state of Montana, is required.
Job Opportunity
This position will be called a Conservation Technician and will have the following focus:
The Conservation Technician will work within the Conservation Program to assist producers in understanding Farm Bill programs, completing paperwork necessary for programs, developing management plans, and implementing conservation practices, as well as monitoring post project impacts. The Conservation Technician will work closely with NRCS field offices in the ACES geography to deliver Montana Focused Conservation.
Job Opportunity
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, seeks a Senior Specialist for the Sustainable Ranching Initiative, based out of Montana. The Senior Specialist provides technical expertise to develop, prioritize, and coordinate private-land conservation projects for WWF’s Sustainable Ranching Initiative (SRI). The Senior Specialist will manage relationships with local ranchers, rancher-led collaboratives and agricultural communities, being the primary point of contact for SRI in the region. The Senior Specialist will also assist with fundraising proposals, individual project management, event coordination, and communications.
Job Opportunity
This Montana Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) position is part of a statewide effort to serve the interests of Montana’s 58 Conservation Districts. MACD is a nonprofit organization with programs to promote local, common-sense conservation. They are looking for someone to join their team to work on their current communications and technical assistance activities and help us build for the future. The successful applicant will be friendly, confident, detailed oriented, motivated, creative, willing to learn, and skilled with wordpress and other software. 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.
Job Opportunity
The Conservation Program Coordinator (CPC) will fulfill a diverse set of roles for the Madison Conservation District. Most broadly, the CPC works with the MCD Director of Conservation (DOC) and Board of Supervisors to accomplish perennial, long-term conservation objectives. On a daily basis, the CPC works closely with the DOC and regularly provides support in all areas of District business. The CPC is 1 of 2 full-time, year-round MCD employees. This position reports directly to the DOC on a daily basis and monthly to the MCD Board of Supervisors, but the ideal candidate can work effectively and efficiently with little day-to-day supervision.
The CPC plays a critical role in the MCD team supporting conservation initiatives, manages most education and outreach programming for the MCD, and serves as an administrative assistant to the DOC to help implement the organization’s strategic plan. Additionally, this position will be responsible for spearheading the MCD’s Madison Stream Team volunteer water quality monitoring program, funding, and data.
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 CPC will work an average of 40 hours per week, but is expected to work flexible hours when needed. Monthly Madison Conservation District board meeting attendance will be required. Occasional overnight travel and attendance for other meetings, trainings, and conferences is required.
Applicant review will begin September 1, 2024 and the position will remain open until filled. Please send any questions or inquiries to info@madisoncd.org
Job Opportunity
This new full-time position offers an opportunity for a dynamic individual to build and carry out a vision, balancing recreation and tourism opportunities with the ecological integrity and vibrant, rural way of life of the Blackfoot watershed. The Recreation Coordinator will develop and maintain strong relationships with strategic partners (federal, state, and local agencies), local community members, and businesses to identify and deliver durable, science-based outcomes that increase collaborative capacity to manage growing recreation pressures. The Recreation Coordinator will work collaboratively with the Blackfoot Challenge Board and staff, numerous agencies and businesses, residents, and watershed visitors. This position is also responsible for researching, writing, and reporting on numerous government and foundation grants to support the Recreation Program. The ideal candidate will have highly developed communication skills with an emphasis on listening and learning from community members and partners to co-generate sustainable management practices.
Job Opportunity
The Conservation Project Manager (CPM) will identify, develop, and implement projects that improve water quality, enhance aquatic and riparian habitats, and protect key tributaries on both private and public lands in the Bitterroot watershed. Key responsibilities include identifying water storage opportunities, supporting irrigated agriculture, and designing projects that strengthen the socio-ecological resilience of the watershed.
Current projects range in size and scope from multi-mile road decommissioning in partnership with the USFS to small acreage riparian fencing with private landowners. Projects active in 2024 include road decommissioning in Rye Creek, sediment reduction in Willow Creek, temperature reduction on Cameron Creek, and volunteer-based restoration and coordination throughout the watershed.
Ideal candidates will have demonstrated project management skills, with preference given to those with experience with stream restoration, land and/or water conservation, and achieving collaborative conservation outcomes. The CPM will work closely with federal and state agencies, consultants, water managers, and landowners on initiatives that enhance stream health, wildlife habitat, and watershed resilience. Candidates must show a strong ability to work cooperatively with diverse project partners and stakeholders.
Start Date: As soon as possible. While a summer start is preferred, the position will remain open until the right candidate is selected.
Job Opportunity
Trout Unlimited’s field staff hold unique and diverse roles within the conservation community. The shortest description of the job is to “make things happen.” In that spirit, TU is hiring a self-motivated and highly capable person to advance water policy and TU’s streamflow restoration efforts in the headwaters of the Clark Fork River, Yellowstone, and Upper Missouri. The Instream Flow Project Manager prioritizes, plans, and implements flow enhancement projects and assist TU’s restoration project managers to improve fish passage, benefit streamflow, restore habitat, and improve water quality in watersheds heavily impacted by water and land use practices.
Competitive candidates for this position must demonstrate strong project management skills. The Instream Flow Project Manager will work closely with TU attorneys and restoration project managers, local watershed groups, and agricultural communities to seek opportunities to reconnect and restore instream flows on priority tributaries within public and private lands and coordinate with resource agency staff to navigate and improve water policy. Competitive candidates for this position must possess experience with water rights and water law, instream flow project development and implementation, water right administrative policy and processes, and a familiarity and willingness to work in tandem with experts in stream restoration and fish passage.
Job Opportunity
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is looking for a dynamic communication and outreach coordinator who can be an integral part of our Communication and Education staff as we look to inspire, inform and education Montanans about the incredible fish, wildlife and outdoor recreation resources in Montana.
The individual is responsible for coordinating with division leadership and program managers on developing and tracking communication and outreach plans, including education and marketing efforts.
This person will play an integral coordination role in ensuring communication and outreach plans, developed by the division and department staff, are executed in a timely and coordinated fashion. This person will have in-depth understanding of planning processes and have a high level of organizational skills. Additionally, this person will be skilled in public relations communication theories and implementation practices.
They will work well as a member of a team and have excellent group and meeting facilitation skills. This person will coordinate that expertise within the division and agency to help the division administrator meet the objectives of communication and outreach plans. The individual will be a key contact for division staff when developing communication and outreach plans. The individual will be critical in ensuring that communication and outreach plans are developed consistently and executed timely and thoroughly, and that results are tracked and communicated internally.
Some specific duties will include developing outreach plans, creating messaging around key topics, and developing reports for measurable outcomes of those plans for both internal and external audiences.
Job Opportunity
Trout Unlimited’s field staff hold unique and diverse roles within the conservation community. The shortest description of the job is to “make things happen.” In that spirit, TU is hiring a self-motivated and highly capable person to advance TU’s restoration efforts in the headwaters of the Clark Fork River. The Upper Clark Fork Project Manager prioritizes, plans, and implements projects to improve fish passage, benefit streamflow, restore habitat, and improve water quality in a watershed heavily impacted by historical mining, smelting, and land use practices. TU has been engaged in project work to restore Upper Clark Fork fisheries since 2010 and the Project Manager will transition into leading this effort into the future.
Competitive candidates for this position must demonstrate strong project management skills. Preference will be given to candidates with background and experience in construction management, stream restoration, natural sciences, and partnership building in our watersheds and on our working lands in Montana. The Project Manager will work closely with federal and state agencies, local governments, watershed groups, consultants, TU chapters, and landowners on projects that mutually benefit stream health, fish populations and watershed resiliency. Candidates must demonstrate a strong ability to work cooperatively with diverse project partners and stakeholders. The ability to effectively advocate for desirable outcomes for cold water fisheries is also required.
The position will be based within the Upper Clark Fork watershed with proximity to the Butte/Anaconda area preferred.
Job Opportunity
HydroSolutions, Inc. (HydroSolutions) seeks a GIS/Water Resource Technician to join their team. The position is available in the Helena Montana office, in full- or part-time status.
This is an entry level position responsible for providing water right technical assistance and GIS mapping to Water Resource Specialists and other staff members. Work will primarily be focused on projects in Montana.
Typical tasks will include:
• Research and review of DNRC water resource information.
• Application of DNRC water resource regulatory procedures.
• Data acquisition, compilation, and analysis in support of water resources or environmental projects.
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analysis and mapping of historical water right features.
• Review of historical aerial imagery and application of aerial photo interpretation.
• Assist in examination of DNRC historical water rights statements of claim.
• Interface and communicating with state agencies including Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (FWP); or Federal agencies like USFS, BLM, BOR, or others.
• On occasion, perform site inspections relating to water resources or environmental projects. Field work will include stream flow measurements, use of GPS to document conditions, installation of stream gages, well inspection and pumping tests, environmental baseline assessments, and more.
Job Opportunity
The Blackfoot Challenge seeks a dynamic, Science Director to oversee research, monitoring, and conservation planning in the Blackfoot watershed and High Divide region located in Western
Montana. This position of senior leadership will help guide science delivery within a community-based and collaborative conservation process under the auspices of the Blackfoot Challenge.
The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background in conservation biology, applied ecology, biology, watershed management, wildlife biology, or similar natural resource discipline. Additionally, the candidate must have well developed GIS and cartographic skills sets for spatial analysis, database management, and science communication.
The Science Director position is a result of a partnership among the Blackfoot Challenge (BC), the Intermountain West Joint Venture (IWJV), the University of Montana’s College of Forestry and Conservation (UM-CFC), and the USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). This position will improve science delivery in the Blackfoot watershed as well as Southwest Montana’s High Divide and possibly additional areas where IWJV Water 4 Programs are focused.
Job Opportunity
This position is responsible for the coordination of DNRC’s obligations associated with the implementation of Montana’s Water Compacts under MCA 85-20. The position has the authority and discretion to make decisions, in coordination with their supervisor, on how to carry out policy, rules, and laws pertinent to the CIP. This position conducts research, analysis using geographic information systems (GIS), and develops recommendations regarding changes to improve CIP’s services. Common duties for this position include providing technical guidance and training for DNRC and tribal personnel on DNRC’s water rights database, GIS applications, and creating reports for processing water reservation applications.
Job Opportunity
Come work for the state of Montana and coordinate the Fire Adapted Montana Learning Network: https://fireadaptedmontana.org/.
The Fire Adapted Communities Specialist focuses on community preparedness and wildfire adaptation to reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire impacts to communities across the state of Montana. This work is primarily accomplished via the Specialist’s engagement as the Coordinator of the Fire Adapted Montana Learning Network (FAMLN). The position serves both as an internal resource to DNRC personnel as well as to key external partners in local, state, tribal, and federal government. The individual must perform a variety of other professional and administrative tasks in support of the Forestry Division as assigned by the supervisor. This may include representing the agency at meetings and conferences, managing special projects, and attending training and/or continuing education as required.
Location is flexible within Montana.
Job Opportunity
The Gallatin River Task Force is seeking a dynamic and experienced Communications & Marketing Manager to join their team and help elevate their presence. As Communications & Marketing Manager, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing effective marketing and communication strategies to enhance the organization’s image, promote a positive public perception, advance education, drive event attendance and fundraising. You will be responsible for ideating and crafting compelling marketing campaigns including developing creative content, and managing media and public relations.
Job Opportunity
The Montana Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Program is responsible for the monitoring and reclamation of Montana’s abandoned coal mines, hard rock mines, and coal seam fires. The Environmental Project Officers are responsible for providing project management for the investigation, evaluation, and eventual abandoned mine land cleanup. AML staff administer abandoned mine reclamation projects that are funded by federal grants. This position ensures protection of Montana’s environment through application and knowledge of federal and state environmental laws and regulations. The Environmental Project Officers must plan, coordinate, and direct interdisciplinary technical studies as well as evaluate project alternatives relative to applicable environmental laws. AML staff also manage projects from start to completion while ensuring state and federal compliance. This position reviews all project and technical documents to ensure regulatory compliance and will aide in the selection of technically appropriate, cost-effective remedies to preserve and protect the State of Montana’s interests and obligations at a particular site. Project management requires this position to act as a liaison to the public and coordinate with various stakeholder groups.
The position includes a career ladder for professional development and pay progression. This position may be eligible for occasional telework. This position may be eligible for a statutory base salary annual increase of $3,120 effective July 1, 2024.
Job Opportunity
This position will primarily lead the Blacktail Creek Project as part of the Butte Priority Soils Federal Superfund Site located in Butte, MT. Blacktail Creek is a Federal Superfund Site addressing contaminated tailings, sediment and floodplain contamination. This position will require strong relational and communication skills as part of a cross-program collaboration effort, and act as a liaison to the public and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders. The Environmental Project Officer provides agency assistance in project management for the investigation, evaluation, and cleanup of uncontrolled hazardous substance sites in Montana under the appropriate regulatory authority. This position ensures protection of Montana’s environment through application and knowledge of environmental laws and regulations. The Environmental Project Officer must plan, coordinate, and direct interdisciplinary technical studies as well as evaluate project alternatives relative to applicable environmental laws. This position reviews all project and technical documents to ensure regulatory compliance and will aide in the selection of technically appropriate, cost-effective remedies to preserve and protect the State of Montana’s interests and obligations at a particular site. Other State lead Federal Superfund projects may be assigned to the project manager over time.
The position includes a career ladder for professional development and pay progression. This position may be eligible for occasional telework. This position may be eligible for a statutory base salary annual increase of $3,120 effective July 1, 2024.
Job Opportunity
The Madison River Foundation (MRF) is seeking an Executive Director, who will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization ensuring that they are operating effectively to meet organizational goals. As the face of the MRF, the Executive Director works closely with the Board of Directors and Partners. The Executive Director will ensure that staff members are aligned with the organization’s mission and vision and that they are working together to successfully achieve strategic objectives. The MRF has a culture that places a high priority on positive leadership, communication, recognition and collaboration.
Position is open until filled.
Job Opportunity
The K-12 Coordinated Conservation Learning Program (CCLP) is an initiative to coordinate with local partners and educators to develop and deliver intentionally consistent, science-driven, and stewardship-oriented learning opportunities about water, wildlife, lands, and other natural resources to K-12 Bitterroot students, in both classroom and outdoor settings. Through a coordinated and joint effort, the CCLP aspires to provide all K-12 students in the Bitterroot transformative, educational experiences that foster a deep appreciation for local nature, instills an understanding of natural resources and associated sciences, and inspires a lifelong commitment to conservation. The program aims to cultivate a community of environmentally conscious and empowered individuals who actively contribute to the stewardship of the land, water, and wildlife in the Bitterroot Valley.
This position is contract with varying hours needed and will work with Bitterroot Water Partnership and the Teller Wildlife Refuge.
Job Opportunity
The Project Manager will work to develop and manage collaborative stream restoration projects, advancing progress towards the restoration and protection of groundwater and surface water resources in the Lower Gallatin Watershed for the Gallatin Watershed Council.
Job Opportunity
The Department of Environmental Quality is currently looking for a Water Quality Permitting Scientist with a specialization in stormwater to join their team in the Water Protection Bureau of the Water Quality Division.
Water Quality Permitting Scientists are responsible for performing scientific and technical analyses, calculations, assessments, and determinations essential to the implementation of water quality programs in the State of Montana. This Stormwater Specialist Water Quality Permitting Scientist will be responsible for administering the three General Permits that regulate stormwater in addition to individual permit writing duties.
When a municipality, industry, or other entity wishes to discharge water to a surface water of the state, that entity must first obtain a permit from DEQ. Montana Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (MPDES) permits regulate wastewater discharges by limiting the quantities of pollutants to be discharged. The limits and/or requirements in the permit help ensure compliance with Montana’s Water Quality Standards, and State and Federal Regulations, all of which were written to protect public health and the aquatic environment.
There are two types of MPDES permits: Individual and General. DEQ develops the limits and requirements for an Individual Permit based on a facility’s operations, type and amount of discharge, and the nature of the receiving stream, among other factors.
General Permits cover facilities with similar operations and types of discharge, and whose discharges have minimal environmental impact. For example, storm water runoff results from rain and snowmelt events that flow over land or impervious surfaces such as rooftops, paved streets, and parking lots. Storm water runoff carries a variety of pollutants including sediment, oil, fertilizers, pesticides, trash, and animal waste that can negatively impact water quality. DEQ regulates discharges of storm water from municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s), construction activities, and industrial operations through three Montana Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (MPDES) General Permits.
The Permit Writers position includes a career ladder for professional development and pay progression. This position may be eligible for occasional telework.
Job Opportunity
The Department of Environmental Quality is looking for a Water Quality Permitting Scientist with a specialization in coal mining to join their team in the Water Protection Bureau of the Water Quality Division.
Water Quality Permitting Scientists are responsible for performing scientific and technical analyses, calculations, assessments, and determinations essential to the implementation of water quality programs in the State of Montana.
When a municipality, industry, or other entity wishes to discharge water to a surface water of the state, that entity must first obtain a permit from DEQ. Montana Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (MPDES) permits regulate wastewater discharges by limiting the quantities of pollutants to be discharged. The limits and/or requirements in the permit help ensure compliance with Montana’s Water Quality Standards, and State and Federal Regulations, all of which were written to protect public health and the aquatic environment.
There are two types of MPDES permits: Individual and General. DEQ develops the limits and requirements for an Individual Permit based on a facility’s operations, type and amount of discharge, and the nature of the receiving stream, among other factors.
The coal specialist Water Quality Permitting Scientist is responsible for writing individual permits for Western Alkaline Coal mining facilities in Montana as well as other individual and general permit writing and administration duties, as needed. A successful candidate for this position will have an interest in and experience with environmental law, especially a strong understanding of the Clean Water Act, Montana Water Quality Act, and mining regulations.
Job Opportunity
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.
Job Opportunity
This position coordinates invasive species operations of the Montana Invasive Species Council (MISC). This entails assessing the needs of the council through research and analysis to assure that projects and programs meet their statutory objectives. Research and analysis include working with private citizens, local government, and non-profit organizations within the council’s mission to improve programs and services. The position reviews local laws and land use ordinances and reports on these to the council for discussion, debate and policy/position actions that inform program operations outreach, education and direct action, as directed by the council. The position reports directly to the Council Administrator of MISC.
The focus of this position relates to invasive species planning, prevention and education projects including, but not limited to, all-taxa invasive plants, animals and pathogens that threaten or are established in Montana lands and waterways. This position may implement and lead education and outreach activities, volunteer management, and coordinate and implement work plans and strategies to protect Montana’s natural, cultural, and economic resources.
Job Opportunity
HydroSolutions, Inc. (HydroSolutions) seeks a Water Right Specialist to join their team. The position is available in the Helena Montana office, in full- or part-time status.
In this position you will primarily provide assistance with preparing water right permitting documents. Work will primarily be focused on projects in Montana. Typical tasks will include:
• Assist with preparation of Montana DNRC water right permits and change applications.
• Review of DNRC water right files, Water Resource Surveys, and Water Court documents and decisions.
• Data acquisition, compilation, and analysis in support of water resources or environmental projects.
• Geographic Information Systems analysis and mapping.
• Historical aerial imagery analysis and interpretation relating to historical water use.
• Perform site inspections relating to water rights, water resources, or environmental projects. Field work will include stream flow measurements, use of GPS to document conditions, install stream gages, well inspection and pumping tests, environmental baseline assessments, and more.
• Interface and communicating with state agencies including Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (FWP); or Federal agencies like USFS, BLM, BOR, or others.
• Provide technical support and guidance to other technical staff and attorneys regarding water rights, water supply, and Water Court cases.
Job Opportunity
The position is responsible for providing the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation’s project management coordination associated with implementing the Compacts as described in MCA 85-20. This position conducts research, analysis using geographic information systems (GIS), and develops recommendations regarding changes to improve the Compact Implementation Program’s services. The incumbent will work on a variety of Montana’s 18 compacts and support on and off-reservation water right implementation by providing technical guidance and coordinating management of water resources.
Job Opportunity
Confluence Consulting Inc. is proud to be home to one of the largest and most innovative wetland teams in the Rocky Mountain West — but they are growing, and seek an energetic, ambitious, technically capable, and outdoor fun-loving new team member.
Based in Bozeman, Montana, Confluence is an industry leader in the study, design and management of aquatic and natural resources. For the past 25 years they have provided services to government agencies, private landowners, non-profits, and A&E firms nationwide. Their multidisciplinary team of natural resource professionals develops innovative, effective, and streamlined solutions for any aquatic resource problem.
The Senior Wetland Scientist is a permanent, salaried, full-time position, and supervised by Rich McEldowney, PWS, Confluence’s Wetland Group Lead.
The office is in Bozeman, Montana, often described as one of the best small cities to live in, especially for those who love the outdoors and appreciate the camaraderie of a vibrant mountain community. Confluence actively encourages a fun and positive work environment, with opportunities for growth, and personal and professional development.
As Sr. Wetland Scientist at Confluence, your capabilities and strengths should include:
- Wetland science experience in the inter-mountain western U.S.;
- Independent field work in all types of field conditions, often in remote locations, preferably in the northern Rockies;
- Supervision/mentorship of mid-level wetland scientists and field technicians;
- Federal, State, and local wetland/stream permitting;
- Strong oral and written communication skills;
- Attention to detail.
Job Opportunity
NWF and partners are seeking to hire two Beaver Conflict Resolution Fellows to join the Western Water Team. As part of a small, high-impact team, these positions will work in partnership with local watershed groups, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP), Defenders of Wildlife, Bureau of Land Management and other non-profits/agencies. The term of both positions will last from approximately May 2024-October 2024 and will be expected to work at least 30 hours per week.n If additional funding is secured, there is a strong possibility to extend this term, expand the scope of work, and/or rehire in 2025. This 6-month position offers $20.00-$23.00 per hour plus core benefits.
The Beaver Conflict Resolution Fellow positions will work to develop tolerance for beaver in FWP Regions 3 and 4, respectively (one Fellow in each region), 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, agricultural producers and key agency partners like MT FWP, USFS, and local government.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Job Opportunity
The Conservation Project Manager (CPM) at the Bitterroot Water Partnership will identify, develop, and implement restoration projects that measurably improve water quality, enhance aquatic and riparian habitats, and protect priority tributaries on both private and public lands in the Bitterroot watershed. By working closely with the Executive Director, the local agricultural community, and nonprofit and agency partners, the CPM will help the organization respond to the impacts of growth, development, and climate change, on water quality and water quantity, and be responsible for identifying water storage opportunities, advancing programs to ensure the sustainability of irrigated agriculture, and designing projects that support the socio-ecological resilience of the watershed.
Duties include developing restoration projects to address current water issues or threats, writing and managing grants to fund projects, and overseeing project implementation, including budgets, subcontracting, construction oversight, volunteer management, and monitoring.
Projects range in size and scope from multi-mile road decommissioning work in partnership with the Bitterroot National Forest to small acreage riparian fencing with private landowners. Projects active in 2024 include road decommissioning in Rye Creek, sediment reduction in Willow Creek, and volunteer-based restoration and coordination throughout the watershed.
Job Opportunity
The Bitterroot Water Partnership (BWP) is seeking a dynamic and organized individual to join their team as an Administrative Coordinator. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring seamless operations of the organization, directly contributing to conservation successes on-the-ground and within the community.
From managing calendars and correspondence to implementing efficient systems and policies, the Administrative Coordinator will ensure that the BWP operations run smoothly. Attention to detail will be critical in maintaining records, databases, and files. Excellent communication skills will support staff meeting facilitation and fostering a welcoming environment. The Administrative Coordinator will greet visitors, manage relationships, and tackle tasks with enthusiasm and professionalism, embodying the BWPs commitment to community impact.
Job Opportunity
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 field based and outdoors. Ambassadors work at popular river access sites to provide assistance and information to the public about shuttles, parking, take-outs, floats, and best practices when spending time on the river. This position will serve a geographical area primarily focused on river access 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, and the Lolo National Forest. Ambassadors will report to the CFC’s Community Programs Manager. As part of a small, high-impact team, the Ambassador will play a significant role in delivering on-the-ground public outreach and building an informed and engaged recreation community who will advocate for, and support, sustainable river recreation in the Missoula Valley.
Job Opportunity
This position will be the fieldwork and coordination lead for a project in Northeast Montana aiming to understand how restoration activities influence microclimates and biodiversity in small riparian systems embedded within a matrix of temperate grassland and sagebrush steppe.
DUTIES:
1) Program, deploy and monitor microclimate and bioacoustic sensors in mesic and riparian habitats embedded with temperate grasslands.
2) Conduct in-person trainings for staff of partner organizations on site-selection, deployment and data download from microclimate and bioacoustic sensors.
3) Receive training and participate in low-tech processed-based restoration.
4) Data management and preliminary analysis of bioacoustic and microclimate data.
The selected technician will also have the opportunity to work on secondary projects occurring in the same ecosystem, including projects focused on avian ecology and tracking and arthropod community sampling.
Compensation is $3,000 per month with a term of 12 months. Desired start date is June 1, 2024. It is possible that there will be additional opportunities associated with this project after the conclusion of the 12mo term.
Job Opportunity
The Clark Fork Coalition is looking for a Communications Manager to lead its front-facing messaging and branding efforts. Reporting to CFC’s Development Director and working closely with the Development Special Events Manager, this position employs multifaceted approaches to engage diverse audiences in river care and advocacy. The Communications Manager ensures that CFC’s image and messaging across platforms are cohesive, inspired, and captivating. The Communications Manager plays an integral role on a high-impact and collaborative team, leveraging the power of compelling language and images to drive positive change. Identifying and capitalizing on opportunities for CFC to maximize its impact and extend its reach within and beyond the watershed, this position is responsible for deploying holistic communications strategies that align with organizational objectives and enhance community investment. This role is pivotal in effectively and accurately shaping public perception and understanding of CFC’s work and the watershed’s challenges, health, and resilience–inspiring and mobilizing river advocates, seasoned and new, to invest in CFC’s mission of restoring and protecting the Clark Fork River and its tributaries.
Job Opportunity
These positions (three) are open until filled. The first review of applications happened February 9, 2024.
This position runs from late April through mid-September, with mandatory training in April. Hours of site operation will vary with length of daylight. Schedules will vary and include weekends, evenings, and holidays. Inspectors are responsible for their own transportation to either the duty station, or to the watercraft inspection station. The watercraft inspection station is located at the Troy Rest Area.
Mandatory Training for this position will be held on April 16th and 17th. Station opening date is April 20, 2024.
Job Opportunity
This position is open until filled and first review of applicants happened February 9, 2024.
This announcement looks to fill one seasonal position. This position will work at watercraft inspections stations across Montana. A department vehicle is provided, and overnight travel is required. The Site Lead position assists the AIS Area Supervisors, the AIS Prevention Specialist and the AIS Prevention Coordinator in carrying out specified lead inspector duties and tasks at watercraft inspection stations to prevent the movement of AIS and educate the public on AIS and best prevention practices.
Job Opportunity
The Water Quality Monitoring Specialist 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.