Central Processing Supervisor

The State of Montanas Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Compliance Supervisor to lead the Central Processing Section within the Water Rights Bureau located in Helena MT. The Compliance Supervisor ensures all water rights processes and procedures overseen are conducted in full compliance with established standards and regulatory requirements supporting Montanas land and water resources now and in the future.

Core Values of DNRC Water Resources Division

Value People

Stewardship

Service

Credibility

Engagement

Essential Functions (Major Duties and Responsibilities)

As the Central Processing Supervisor you will:

Supervise train and mentor staff; assign and review work and conduct performance evaluations.

Oversee and coordinate water rights processing procedures including permit petitions public notice issuance and management of comments or objections in compliance with Montana Code Annotated and Administrative Rules.

Develop clarify and maintain procedures and templates for accurate processing and department decisions.

Manage the Water Rights Notification tool and collaborate on process automation.

Coordinate cross-functional projects and maintain critical departmental records and spreadsheets.

Lead the hiring process propose and deliver training programs and foster a collaborative team environment.

Represent the department at conferences lead special projects and contribute to recruitment budgeting legislative and public relations activities.

Ensure compliance with all relevant policies statutes procedures and best practices.

Benefits:

Live and play in Helena Montana which is located in the beautiful Rocky Mountains and sits halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. Montana offers an abundance of recreational opportunities including camping fishing hunting as well as world class mountain biking and hiking.

These are just a few of our other benefits:

Work/life balance with flexible schedules and partial telework available within the state of Montana.

38 paid days off a year including vacation sick leave and holidays. (Vacation days increase with continued state service)

Longevity pay increases with continuous State service.

Health dental vision life insurance coverage flexible spending accounts EAP - click here to learn more.

Access to free employee medical clinics and telehealth - click here to learn more.

Choice between two different retirement plans: The Defined Benefit Retirement Plan and The Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. An optional 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan is also available to supplement your retirement.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness.

Career progression training opportunities and room for professional growth.

State employee discounts at various businesses across the state.

Military leave: Up to 15 days of military leave with full pay.

This position may be eligible for a statutory 2.5% base pay increase effective July 1 2026.

Minimum Qualifications

Alternative combinations of the education and experience listed below will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Bachelors degree in a relevant field is preferred

3 to 4 years of related work experience (additional experience may substitute for some education).

2 years of successful supervisory experience including hiring performance management managing workload promotions discipline and terminations.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

If you are the right person for this opportunity you will have the following knowledge skills and abilities

Knowledge of (or ability to learn in a reasonable amount of time):

Water resource management administrative rules and the Montana Water Use Act.

Principles and practices of program management.

Accessing and manipulating data.

Skill in:

Effectively leading people/supervisory skills.

Project management public presentation and training.

Organizational and time management.

Legal research technical data review and standard software tools (Word Excel Access).

Mediation and conflict resolution.

Strategic thinking and attention to detail.

Ability to:

Organize prioritize and plan workload accordingly.

Communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal form.

Establish and maintain positive working relationships.

Apply a high degree of analytical skills.

Identify and resolve problems appropriately within the areas of responsibilities.

Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness by monitoring work to ensure high-quality output while maintaining integrity and meeting deadlines even under stressful conditions.

Analyze complex issues and make defensible decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Manage multiple priorities direct team members and foster positive team dynamics.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Ability to sit or stand at a desk for extended periods operate standard office equipment and attend meetings both onsite and offsite.

Occasional travel.

How to Apply

A complete state application is not required; however you will need to initiate the application and attach the cover letter and resume at the time of application to be considered for this position.

Failure to attach the cover letter and resume will result in your application being considered incomplete and will not be considered further. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.

When attaching your resume and cover letter you must mark the attachments as Relevant or we will be unable to view your documents.

Required Application Materials:

Cover Letter Please explain how your education and experience help you meet the identified Knowledge Skills and Abilities.

Resume Include all the work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position including duties and dates of employment (month & year).

All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. You will receive an application confirmation email with instructions on acceptable preference documents and how to submit such documents.