Made in Montana Program Specialist
Made in Montana Program Specialist
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Job Description
THIS POSITION IS POSTED UNTIL FILLED WITH A FIRST REVIEW DATE OF 6/30/2025
About the Department
The Department of Commerce aims to make sure Montana is the best place to work live and play. We work alongside private industry and local organizations to create jobs grow businesses develop affordable housing and improve community infrastructure.
(You can learn more about us here.)
About this Position
The Destination MT team works to sustain and grow Montanas economy. The programs work with the Marketing and Communications team to develop and use communications advertising and promotional campaigns to showcase Montana and create awareness about the state as a place to visit and do business. Through data-driven strategies and grant programs the team aims to preserve and promote the genuine character of Montana and partners to achieve a sustainable economic future for all.
As part of the Destination MT Communications and Outreach Program Team this role will support communications outreach and events for the Office of Tourism. This position will work to ensure the effectiveness of ongoing activities; and coordinates and performs a variety of services in support of the Office of Tourisms communications outreach and event activities.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Lead on the Made in Montana (MIM) membership development and program leads
- Lead and plan the MIM Trade Show
- Assist in the planning and execution of the Montana Department of Commerces Governors Conference on Tourism
- And other marketing education and communications duties as indicated or assigned
Education and Experience:
- A bachelors degree in communications public relations marketing public administration or related field
- 2 years of progressively responsible work experience in event planning program management
- Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- Experience working with hosting and facilitating meetings budgets utilizing data and community organizing
- It would pique our interest if the candidate has tourism industry experience
Competencies:
Knowledge of:
- Tourism and tourism products
- Event planning/management and financial planning
- Program management
- Excellent organizational skills
Ability to:
- Manage multiple tasks
- Adapt to shifting priorities
- Communicate both written and verbal
How to apply
Apply online by submitting your resume. (remove cover letter if not for Supervisor or above) (Please Note: You do not need to complete the work experience or the education & certifications portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)
Benefits
- Look here to see the additional benefits! They include:
- Work/life Balance
- Health Coverage
- Retirement plans
- Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays
- And more
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!
Other important information to be aware of
- Only online applications are accepted. By applying online you can receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
- If you fail to upload the requested application documents and/or preference documents we will notify you via email. Failure to upload these documents after notification will result in your application being removed from consideration.
- This position allows for a hybrid work schedule from a remote location within the State of Montana. Weekly travel to Helena offices will be required. Specific conditions will be outlined as part of the job offer and must adhere to state policy. New Employees may be required to complete training in person before hybrid work schedules begin.
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
