Experience with data collection and reporting (e.g., surveys, license data, or similar).
Experience working with fleet/vehicles, scheduling, or field logistics, or equivalent operational coordination.
Strong organizational and project-management skills, including managing overlapping deadlines throughout an annual cycle.
Responsibilities
Planning, coordinating, and implementing Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ pheasant stocking program, including year‑round scheduling, partner coordination, logistics, reporting, and evaluation.
Serve as the primary liaison between Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff, Montana Correctional Enterprises (MCE), partner organizations, external vendors, landowners, and the public for all aspects of pheasant production, transport, and release.
Staff engagement with partners to engage youth hunters to take advantage of stocked pheasants to introduce them to upland game bird hunting and enjoying the outdoors.
Work with partners to raise pheasants and identify appropriate land for releasing pheasants during the fall hunting season.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with wildlife, natural resources, or outdoor recreation programs.
Familiarity with Geographic Information System tools and processes, or experience working with GIS staff to update maps.
Experience managing or supporting grants, contracts, or memoranda of understanding.
Experience coordinating with correctional industries, state agencies, or similar institutional partners.
Please remember to attach the required documents listed in this announcement.
Resume
Cover Letter
References
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 May 25, 2026. You must apply through the State of Montana Career site.
Special Information\:
This position may be eligible for a statutory base pay increase of $1.00 an hour effective July 1, 2026.
Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 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.
Telework\:
You must reside in Montana (or move to Montana) to accept this position. In this position you will be afforded the opportunity to telework, however there will be required weekly in-office day(s) in Helena.Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking an organized, motivated and energetic person who loves hunting and the outdoors to coordinate our key recruitment, retention and reactivation (R3) program - Roosters for Recruitment (R4R). This is a pheasant stocking program that is done in coordination with the Montana Correctional Enterprises and stocks pheasants during the fall on lands across the state to encourage participation from youth and new hunters. This role is an exciting opportunity to manage a program that puts smiles on faces and helps to ensure hunting continues to be a vibrant part of the Montana lifestyle. This job is located in Montana’s capital city of Helena, which is a dynamic community of professionals who are passionate about the outdoors. It is centrally located in Montana – only a few hours away from Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park and some of the best state parks in Montana. Additionally, hunters and anglers will find some of the best opportunities in the state within 90 minutes of town.
Job Duties\:
The R4R Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ pheasant stocking program, including year‑round scheduling, partner coordination, logistics, reporting, and evaluation. The position serves as the primary liaison between FWP staff, Montana Correctional Enterprises (MCE), partner organizations, external vendors, landowners, and the public for all aspects of pheasant production, transport, and release. The R4R Program was created by the 2021 Montana Legislature to promote hunting among youth and non-hunters in Montana. The program works with partners to raise pheasants and identify appropriate land for releasing pheasants during the fall hunting season. Staff also work with partners to engage youth hunters to take advantage of stocked pheasants to introduce them to upland game bird hunting and enjoying the outdoors. The position requires a high level of organization, an interest in engaging partners and promoting hunting, and a passion for connecting people with pheasant hunting opportunities in Montana.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Behaviors)\:
·Strong organizational and project‑management skills, including managing overlapping deadlines throughout an annual cycle.
·Ability to coordinate and communicate effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
·Ability to interpret and summarize program data, budgets, and survey results.
·Proficiency with standard office software; familiarity with survey tools and basic mapping preferred.
·Ability to work independently and as part of a multi‑disciplinary team, often under tight seasonal timelines.
·Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience)\:
·Experience with wildlife, natural resources, or outdoor recreation programs.
·Familiarity with GIS tools and processes, or experience working with GIS staff to update maps.
·Experience managing or supporting grants, contracts, or MOUs.
·Experience coordinating with correctional industries, state agencies, or similar institutional partners.
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 agency's 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.
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