Deputy Director

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Announcement:

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is pleased to announce the search for its next Deputy Director.

Applicants, please remember to attach the required documents listed in this announcement.

Resume

Cover Letter

Applications missing the requested documents will be considered incomplete and may not progress further in the process. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The State Application is not a substitute for a Resume. The first review of applicants for this position will be June 22, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. You must apply through the State of Montana Career site.

Special Information:

Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).

A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation.

Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply.

Telework (if applicable): You must reside in Montana (or move to Montana) to accept this position. In this position, you will be afforded the opportunity to telework, however there will be required weekly in-office day(s) in Helena. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

Specific Job Information:

The Deputy Director assists the Director in all aspects of managing the Department. In this capacity, the incumbent either executes the authorities of the Director within agreed-upon areas or advises the Director on policies, programs, and activities of the Department. In the absence of the Director, the position serves as the Acting Director.

The deputy director has primary responsibility for all day-to-day operations of the Department. In this capacity, is responsible for providing direction and review of matters dealing with personnel management, general administration, contracting, operating procedures, and routine program matters within the Department; and for identifying and calling to attention those areas in which the Director's involvement is necessary or desirable.

The deputy director cultivates and maintains liaison relationships with other departments, directors, elected officials, representatives of organizations, conservation groups, and environmental advocacy organizations to ensure the department is working in a coordinated and cooperative manner with other entities of the state and federal government while carrying out program activities. The deputy contributes and provides leadership to the establishment of a positive view of agency programs by participating in routine field visits and public speaking opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

The knowledge, skills, and abilities of this position are normally attained through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in business or public administration, accounting, finance, or a related field, and 10 years of progressively responsible related experience, including 5 years in a supervisory capacity. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Effective June 22, 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. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/