Helena, Montana, United States · On-site
Lead the future of water in Big Sky Country! Montana's rivers, lakes, and aquifers power our farms and ranches, communities, industry, and world-class outdoor recreation. The Water Resources Division Administrator sits a…
Skills: Strategic Leadership, Budget Management, Water Law, Policy Development, Stakeholder Facilitation
Helena, Montana, United States · Hybrid
The first review of the required documents will be on July 8, 2026. Please submit the following required documents on the State of Montana Careers website: Resume - Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’…
Skills: Recruitment and Selection, Job Classification, Compensation Management, Performance Management, Labor Relations
Helena, Montana, United States · On-site
Lead the future of water in Big Sky Country! Montana's rivers, lakes, and aquifers power our farms and ranches, communities, industry, and world-class outdoor recreation. The Water Resources Division Administrator sits a…
Skills: Strategic Leadership, Budget Management, Water Law, Policy Development, Stakeholder Facilitation
Helena, Montana, United States · Hybrid
To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov. The Montana Department of Public Health and …
Skills: Legal Office Operations, Case Management, Public Administration, Budget Processes, Fiscal Management
Helena, Montana, United States · On-site
The Montana Department of Transportation is seeking a Pavement Management System Supervisor to lead statewide pavement condition data collection, analysis, and modeling that directly support MDT’s transportation investme…
Skills: Data Analysis, Pavement Management, Asset Management, Project Management, Supervision
Helena, Montana, United States · Hybrid
Works directly with business program managers and Legislative Branch staff to analyze and understand business operations and processes. Uses this understanding to develop business case justifications for technology advan…
Skills: Business Analysis, Project Management, Information Systems Analysis, Business Case Development, IT Infrastructure Coordination
Helena, Montana, United States · Hybrid
To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov. The Montana Department of Public Health and …
Skills: Legal Office Operations, Case Management, Public Administration, Budget Processes, Fiscal Management
Helena, Montana, United States · On-site
The Montana Department of Transportation is seeking a Pavement Management System Supervisor to lead statewide pavement condition data collection, analysis, and modeling that directly support MDT’s transportation investme…
Skills: Pavement Management, Data Analysis, Technical Modeling, Team Leadership, Asset Management
Helena, Montana, United States · Hybrid
Works directly with business program managers and Legislative Branch staff to analyze and understand business operations and processes. Uses this understanding to develop business case justifications for technology advan…
Skills: Business Analysis, Project Management, Information Systems Analysis, Business Case Development, IT Infrastructure Coordination
Helena, Montana, United States · On-site
Overview Company Overview: Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and colla…
Skills: On-site Supervision, Staff Scheduling, On-the-job Training, Report Writing, Personnel Management
Helena, Montana, United States · On-site
$42k–$70k/yr
*Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already …
Skills: Warehouse Operations, Team Leadership, Staff Supervision, Performance Management, Safety Compliance
Helena, Montana, United States · On-site
Why live in Helena, Montana? Helena is Montana’s capital city of about 75,000 people, surrounded by rolling hills and lofty mountains just below the Continental Divide, offering a quiet place to call home where small‑tow…
Skills: Strategic Leadership, Fund Accounting, Financial Reporting, GAAP Compliance, Budget Management
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote OK
$192k–$356k/yr
At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. Join HCSC an…
Skills: Medical Review, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Strategic Thinking, Microsoft Office
Billings, Montana, United States · Hybrid
$106k–$160k/yr
Overview At Wipfli, people count. At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results. We believe in flexibility. We focus on relation…
Skills: Tax Compliance, Tax Research, Provision Calculations, Staff Supervision, Project Management
Helena, Montana, United States · On-site
Why live in Helena, Montana? Helena is Montana’s capital city of about 75,000 people, surrounded by rolling hills and lofty mountains just below the Continental Divide, offering a quiet place to call home where small‑tow…
Skills: Strategic Leadership, Fund Accounting, Financial Reporting, GAAP Compliance, Enterprise Resource Planning
Helena, Montana, United States · Hybrid
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Design Engineering Manager. This position is a Bridge Projects Design Manager within a given District. The position is responsible for managing th…
Skills: Bridge Design, Structural Engineering, Project Management, Preconstruction Management, Risk Assessment
Helena, Montana, United States · Hybrid
This non-partisan position is responsible to ensure compliance with the Montana Procurement Act, associated rules, policies, and the Branch’s procurement delegation agreement. This position provides oversight, coordinati…
Skills: Procurement, Contract Management, Regulatory Compliance, Technical Writing, Project Management
Helena, Montana, United States · On-site
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Survey Project Manager. The Survey Project Manager is a senior professional land surveyor (PLS) for the MDT’s Photogrammetry and Survey Section. This pos…
Skills: Land Surveying, Project Management, Geomatics, CADD, GPS Survey Equipment
Helena, Montana, United States · Hybrid
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Design Engineering Manager. This position is a Bridge Projects Design Manager within a given District. The position is responsible for managing th…
Skills: Bridge Design, Structural Engineering, Project Management, Preconstruction Management, Risk Assessment
Helena, Montana, United States · Hybrid
This non-partisan position is responsible to ensure compliance with the Montana Procurement Act, associated rules, policies, and the Branch’s procurement delegation agreement. This position provides oversight, coordinati…
Skills: Procurement, Contract Management, Regulatory Compliance, Technical Writing, Project Management
Helena, Montana, United States • On-site
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Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the Water Resources Division, overseeing the implementation of the Montana Water Use Act. Manage a team of 150 professionals and a significant biennial budget while advising state leadership on water resource policy.
Requires a bachelor's degree in public administration, law, environmental science, or a related field. Candidates must have at least five years of experience in regulatory administration or natural resource management, including senior-level leadership and budget oversight.
Lead the future of water in Big Sky Country!
Montana's rivers, lakes, and aquifers power our farms and ranches, communities, industry, and world-class outdoor recreation. The Water Resources Division Administrator sits at the center of how this resource is managed, protected, and shared for current and future generations.
The Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation (DNRC) is recruiting a visionary and strategic executive to lead the Water Resources Division (WRD), a team of approximately 150 professionals with a biennial budget exceeding 60 million dollars. This is a rare opportunity to shape statewide water policy and operations in one of the nation’s most iconic landscapes.
Executive leadership with statewide impact
The Water Resources Division Administrator:
Provides overall leadership, strategic direction, and management for WRD, setting division goals, priorities, and performance expectations in coordination with DNRC leadership.
Leads a highly skilled and deeply knowledgeable team through change, evolving demands, and complex issues with significant public and stakeholder interest.
Oversees implementation and enforcement of the Montana Water Use Act and administration of water rights statewide.
Leads programs in water rights administration and adjudication, groundwater and surface water management, conflict resolution, dam safety, floodplain management, and state water projects (22 dams and approximately 250 miles of irrigation canals).
Directs division budgeting and finance, including formulating, presenting, and defending the division budget and aligning staffing and resources with priorities.
Advises the DNRC Director, Deputy Director, and Governor’s Office on statewide water resource policy, priorities, and emerging issues.
Represents the Department and the State of Montana before legislative committees, federal agencies, tribes, local governments, and diverse stakeholder groups.
If you are energized by leading people, navigating complexity, and serving the public at the intersection of science, law and policy, this role offers both challenge and the chance to make a statewide impact.
Core Values of DNRC’s Water Resources Division
Valuing People
Stewardship
Service
Credibility
Engagement
The selected candidate may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement.
Why Helena? Why Montana?
Helena is Montana’s capital city and a hub for government, healthcare, and outdoor adventure. It offers a small‑city feel with the amenities of a state capital. Residents enjoy short commutes, a walkable historic downtown, and a strong sense of community.
In Helena and the surrounding area, you will find:
Miles of nearby trails for hiking, biking, running, and dog walking.
Easy access to rivers and lakes for fishing, paddling, boating, and swimming, plus skiing and snow sports within a short drive.
A relaxed, outdoor-oriented lifestyle with four distinct seasons, vibrant local events, and thriving food and beverage scene.
Montana is known for its wide‑open spaces, public lands, and tight‑knit communities. Helena offers the chance to live in a place people seek out for its landscapes and recreation, while doing work that directly shapes Montana’s future.
Benefits Include:
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays). Vacation leave increases with years of 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 457b Plan).
Public Service Loan Forgiveness - may qualify you for student loan forgiveness.
Longevity pay with continued state service.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combinations of education and experience)
Bachelor's degree in public administration, law, environmental science or a related field.
Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in regulatory or program administration, water or natural resource management, and related fields.
Senior‑level leadership experience with staff supervision, oversight of multiple programs, and significant budget management responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Successful candidates will bring:
Knowledge of water law, hydrology, and water policy in the Western U.S. is desirable; however, success in this role depends more on strong leadership, prioritization, and the ability to direct subject-matter experts.
Demonstrated success leading complex, multi‑disciplinary teams and managing change in high‑visibility environments.
Skill in strategic planning, policy development, and translating legislative intent into practical programs and procedures.
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with legislators, tribes, federal partners, local governments, water users, and other stakeholders.
Strong communication skills, including public speaking, stakeholder facilitation, negotiation, and clear, accessible writing on technical topics.
Work Environment
Work is primarily in a professional office setting with frequent meetings and regular interaction with the public, legislators, legal counsel, DNRC leadership, the Governor’s Office, stakeholders, and other regulatory agencies, along with periodic travel for meetings, hearings, and events.
How to Apply
To be considered, please submit the following via the State of Montana Careers site:
Cover letter describing your interest in this position and how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications
Resume or CV.
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.
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