This position serves as the lead coordinator for DNRC’s rangeland resources work.  The employee advises and coordinates with agencies, landowners, conservation districts, producers, and other stakeholders involved in range management; promotes compatibility among multiple rangeland users; supports the adoption of sound range management plans; participates in zoning and planning efforts affecting native range; and coordinates research and policy efforts to reduce duplication and improve statewide collaboration.   The position also develops program policies, administrative rules, legislative proposals, financial and operational procedures, and partnership agreements needed to administer the program effectively and in compliance with State requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Program Development and Implementation
• Program Administration

APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION ARE: 

• Cover Letter 

• Resume 

TIP:  When attaching your resume, cover letter, and other material, you must mark the attachments as “relevant”.   

• Cover Letter – Describe how your knowledge, skills, and abilities will make you successful in this role.
• Resume — Include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position.

How to Apply

Only online submissions are accepted.  Applicants must initiate an application and attach a cover letter and a resume at the time of application to be considered for this position. Failure to attach the required documents will result in the application being considered incomplete and not reviewed further. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process. When attaching documents, mark each as Relevant to ensure they are viewable. 

• To work for the State of Montana, you must be a resident of Montana.  This position is hybrid, allowing remote work with in-office days required.
• This position resides in Helena, MT.

 For any questions regarding this position, please contact Becky Quick at 406-444-6673 or at Rebecca.Quick@mt.gov. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in natural resources, geology, soil science, watershed management, rangeland ecology or a related field.
• Two years of experience in natural resource management.  
• Other combinations of education and experience may be substituted.  

Special Information:  Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.  A valid driver’s license is required with less than 12 conviction points in the most recent completed 36 months.

Eligibility to Work: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the person selected must produce within three days of hire documents that show authorization to work in the United States. Examples of such documentation include a birth certificate or Social Security card along with a driver’s license or other picture I.D., or a U.S. passport, or a “green card”.  The State of Montana does not sponsor.

Effective May 4, 2026, this agency is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification.

Applicant Pool Statement:  If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment:  This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: 

 $40.02 – 40.02  Hourly

Telework Eligibility:  Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Benefits Package Eligibility:  Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Live and work in Helena, Montana, which offers a unique blend of opportunities and natural beauty, situated between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. Montana offers abundant recreational opportunities, including skiing, camping, fishing, hunting, mountain biking, and hiking.

Benefits include:

• Work/life balance with flexible schedules and telework eligibility.
• Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays), with vacation leave increasing with service.
• Longevity pay with continued state service.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• Access to free employee medical clinics and telehealth.
• Retirement plans (Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution plus an optional 457(b) Plan).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness – may qualify you for student loan forgiveness.
• Career progression, professional development, and state employee discounts.
• Up to 15 days of military leave with full pay.

The Petroleum County Conservation District is seeking a Fiscal Manager for 10 hours a week. Duties include providing quarterly tax reports for unemployment, IRS, and Department of Revenue, payroll and related reports, writing checks, recording deposits, budgeting, grant and financial reports. A background in bookkeeping and knowledge of QuickBooks software is a must. The Fiscal Manager will represent the PCCD in an audit, manage insurance, and keep and maintain personnel files. The Petroleum County Conservation District offers a starting wage of $18.00- 24.00 per hour DOE. Benefits include paid sick, annual and holiday leave. A contract position may be considered. To apply please send a letter of intent and resume with references to petroleumcd@macdnet.org by 5 pm on Feb 20th, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as submitted and the position will remain open until filled. A full copy of the job description can be obtained by contacting the Conservation District Office at the email above or on their website at www.petroleumcd.org. Contact PCCD Chairman Laura Kiehl at 406-366-2120 with questions.

• Be in charge of the office when the District Manager is absent.
• Attend meetings representing the Board, District, and Manager.
• Conduct staff meetings
• Attend all Board meetings.
• Help with preparations of annual budgets.
• Help with planning documents including but not limited to Long Range Plan, Public and State Land Use
Policy, and Personnel Policy.
• Supervise staff at the direction of the District Manager.
• Oversee projects and provide technical assistance as directed by the District Manager.

Preferred Knowledge:
Proficient in the use of QuickBooks; Proficient in the use of WordPress website design; Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite; Accounting experience.
Skills:
Work effectively with the general public offering positive customer service; establish effective working relationships with fellow employees; ability to work from the office; assist in the field; be organized; be self-motivated; prioritize tasks; maintain confidentiality; maintain accurate records; communicate effectively orally and in writing; follow verbal and written instructions; apply bookkeeping skills; effectively use office
and field equipment; proficient in the use of software programs; must keep accurate timesheets; have the ability to work after business hours every second and last Tuesday of the month; ability to attend local and state meetings; must have an automobile, proof of auto insurance, and a current Montana driver’s license; be able to lift 40 pounds.