State of Montana · 8 hours ago
Program Supervisor - Northwest Area GNA Program Manager
Kalispell, MT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$41.57/hr - $41.57/hr
4+ years expThe State of Montana's Department of Natural Resources and Conservation is dedicated to managing and promoting stewardship of Montana’s forests and lands. The Area GNA Program Manager oversees operations to implement the Good Neighbor Authority program, enhancing forest management and restoration on federal lands while providing coordination, support, and strategic direction to staff and federal partners.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provides program oversight, technical and fiscal support, contract administration, training, policy interpretation and guidance, and operational support and problem-solving to implement forest management and forest restoration projects implemented on federal lands under Good Neighbor Authority
Requires coordination with federal partners and Area staff in conjunction with the GNA bureau
Coordinates planning and processes for forestry-related projects, and identifies programmatic, policy, or operational obstacles and works with others to propose solutions to overcoming those obstacles
Monitors Area GNA program and project budgets to ensure financial operations adhere to allocations, program plans, and statutory authorities
Serves as the primary Area representative when negotiating GNA agreements and developing financial plans
Oversees, leads, and/or assists Area and Unit staff in the engagement of contractors to support the GNA program including NEPA, silviculture and forestry services, road engineering and design, right of way research and acquisition, and other relevant types of contracted services
Establish and implement communication methods to engage and inform internal and external stakeholders and develop relationships necessary to explain proposals, present findings, establish specifications, or discuss project status
Position manages Area-level GNA staff, including setting priorities, developing workplans, and evaluating performance
Qualification
Required
Education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in natural resource management, business or public administration, environmental or life science or a related field
Four (4) years progressively responsible experience including project management and supervisory experience
Knowledge of the principles and practices of program administration including program management, project management, strategic planning, research and analysis techniques, budget management, policy implementation, contract/agreement administration, governmental accounting and budgeting, records management, and information systems
Communication skills including public relations, technical writing, and conflict resolution
Knowledge of forestry and natural resource management including forest and watershed restoration and fuels reduction
Supervisory methods and techniques
Skill in administering a complex forestry program and multiple projects
Negotiation and conflict management skills
Ability to use personal computers and forestry and business-related software
Public speaking skills
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with a wide variety of individuals in an effective manner
Ability to create, organize, and deliver professional reports
Ability to utilize critical thinking and independent judgment
Ability to be effective in problem-solving and managing conflicts
Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with diverse people sometimes in adverse environments
Ability to learn and apply state and federal rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Ability to prioritize assignments and work under deadlines
Ability to organize and complete detailed work
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States
A valid driver's license is required with less than 12 conviction points in the most recent completed 36 months
Benefits
Work/life balance
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement plans
Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
A vibrant Employee Assistance Program
State of Montana employment may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Company
State of Montana
State of Montana has a desire to cultivate a workforce consistently able to respond to challenges facing Montana.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Adam L. Carpenter, MBA, MSIS
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