Montana WILD Program Manager

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Theories principles and practices of conservation education and public service

Educational practices principles development of curricula and science pedagogy

Wildlife fisheries and parks management

Developing policies and procedures

Developing position classifications selection process work planning and performance evaluation

Supervising supporting and coaching personnel and volunteers

Facilitating workshops and meetings

State procurement budgeting and contracting procedures

Strategic and operational planning

FWPs mission objectives goals and branding effort

Program planning management and design

Curriculum development and implementation

Instructional methods and training techniques including interpretation curriculum design principles learning theory group and individual teaching techniques design of individual development plans and test design principles.

Principles of wildlife conservation and ecology

Principles and processes involved in organizational planning coordination and execution

Computer programs including In Design Illustrator Photo Shop and MS Office Suite

Has the abilities and skills to:

Cultivate an open collaborative safe engaging and respectful team environment.

Foster open communication and positive working relationships with staff administrators educators other agencies and other professional and administrative personnel both within and outside the department.

Provide excellent customer service and public relations.

Create and and pursue diverse partnerships

Communicate well both verbally and in writing.

Identify problems quickly and accurately.

Find creative solutions to challenges while maintaining a proactive and professional attitude

Effectively manage conflict find resolution and negotiate consensus.

Professionally and effectively represent FWP with the public and with other conservation and education organizations.

Motivate develop and direct people as they work; identify the best people for the job.

Know how to find information and identify essential information.

Manage time well and solve problems independently.

Meet desired objectives and outcomes in program delivery.

Assess education programs for efficacy.

Conduct research and analyze data.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

The knowledge skills and abilities of this position are normally acquired through a Bachelors degree in wildlife biology education parks and recreation or environmental science and at least 3 years of job-related experience. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case by case basis.

THE OUTSIDE IS IN US ALL.

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. This position closes at 11:59 PM Mountain Time on November 2 2025. You must apply through the State of Montana Career site.

Special Information:

Identity of applicants who become finalists may be releases to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1040 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.

Job Duties:

Under the supervision of the Education Bureau Chief the Montana WILD Program Manager (Program Manager) oversees operations of Montana WILD and ensures the facility and programs have adequate staffing and resources to fulfill plans and objectives. The Program Manager works closely with the Education Bureau Chief to administer an annual budget that incorporates granting needs and programmatic requirements. The Montana WILD Program Manager also develops delivers and oversees delivery of mission-driven conservation and outdoor education to Montanas K-12 schools youth groups and the public.

This position is also responsible for overseeing the Montana WILD Visitor and Events Coordinator as well as the Education and Outreach Specialist who both have a variety of supportive duties. Their duties include in part administering the Montana WILD Transportation & Lodging Grant Program coordinating volunteers for programs and front desk coverage scheduling school field trips and monthly public event schedules managing the auditorium schedule developing exhibit hall and classroom activities covering the front desk and welcoming visitors delivering educational programs assisting regions with general education needs implementing large city-wide and regional education programs with education partners and assisting FWPs Nongame Bureau with implementing the State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP).

The number of employees supervised is: 2
The position also supervises one AmeriCorps Member 2-4 temporary services employees and 10-20 education and front desk volunteers.