Floodplain Technical Assistance Engineer (35225)

Minimum Qualifications

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

• Bachelors degree in civil engineering or equivalent

• Three (3) years of relevant and progressively responsible work experience in engineering with emphasis on hydrology and/or hydraulics.
• Montana Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineering Intern certification with ability to obtain PE licensure within one year of hire.
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel throughout Montana.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
If you are the ideal candidate for this opportunity you will have the following knowledge skills and abilities:

• Certified Floodplain Manager certification.

• Practical knowledge and experience with floodplain studies and the National Flood Insurance Program.

• Familiarity with Montanas floodplain regulations.

• Experience in hydrology hydraulics fluvial mechanics & geomorphology and/or river restoration & remediation.

• Experience with technical/data requirements for floodplain development permits.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to present technical information clearly to varied audiences.

• Ability to work independently using professional engineering judgment to guide program activities during both regular operations and emergency situations.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Duties include office work with field travel for site visits project inspections and meetings.
• Travel averages approximately 15% throughout Montana with occasional out-of-town travel of up to one-week duration required periodically.
• May be required to travel to attend professional training community meetings and conferences both in-state and out-of-state.

• Occasional field work or site visits performed as needed namely in response to flood events possibly in adverse weather conditions and/or hazardous areas requiring knowledge of appropriate safety protocols.

How to Apply
Only online submissions are accepted. A complete state application is not required. However applicants must initiate an application and attach both a cover letter and resume at the time of application to be considered for this position. Failure to attach required documents will result in the application being considered incomplete and not reviewed further. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process. When attaching documents mark each as Relevant to ensure they are viewable.

• Cover Letter: Please explain how your education and experience help you meet the identified Knowledge Skills and Abilities. Share your passion for water resources engineering and public service and describe what excites you about providing technical assistance for floodplain management to Montanas communities.

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

  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.

Live and work in your choice of Montana communities this position may be based in Billings Missoula Kalispell Lewistown Havre Glasgow Helena or Bozeman. Each location offers unique opportunities and natural beauty with Montana providing abundant recreational opportunities including camping fishing hunting mountain biking and hiking.

Additional benefits include:

• Work/life balance with flexible schedules and telework eligibility.

• Generous paid leave (vacation sick holidays) with vacation leave increasing with service.

• Longevity pay with continued state 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 457(b) Plan).

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness - may qualify you for student loan forgiveness.

• Career progression professional development and state employee discounts.

• Up to 15 days of military leave with full pay.