[DNRC Logo.jpg] At DNRC we are passionate about ensuring that Montana’s land and water resources remain a benefit today and for future generations. We are actively seeking an Appropriations Specialist who values the vast resources in our treasure state as much as we do. The DNRC believes employees are their most important asset. The DNRC empowers employees to exercise professional judgment in carrying out their duties. Employees are provided with the training and tools necessary to achieve the mission. Both team effort and individual employee expertise are supported and sustained. /In addition to the advertised starting salary, the Montana Legislature recently passed the FY 2024 – 2025 State Pay Plan that includes a statutory increase that goes into effect on July 1, 2024./ Work Unit Overview: *The Regional Offices of the Water Resources Division represent the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation’s Water Resources Division that works directly with the public, local, regional, state, federal, and international governmental agencies in a designated region of the state. The Regional Office conducts field operations and day-to-day activities for the programs/ /of the Division including the Water Rights Bureau’s New Appropriations Program. The New Appropriations Program encompasses permitting new water rights, changing existing water rights, closure of highly appropriated basins, establishment of controlled groundwater areas, conducting hearings on contested cases, administration of water reservations, administration of federal reserved water right compacts, and verification and certification of new appropriations. *Job Overview: *The New Appropriation Specialists (specialist) performs a broad variety of duties associated with managing Montana’s water resources. Specialists work primarily with the Water Right Bureau’s New Appropriations program, while also providing technical assistance for each program administered by the Water Resources Division. The primary tasks include analysis of issues pertaining to water use, availability and management; analysis and decisions; collection and analysis of technical water data; researching water use information; conducting field investigations to collect and evaluate water data;/ /applying Montana Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) analysis and documentation to water right applications; investigating water use complaints; resolving disputes between water users; and performing other water resource management functions as required. *What are some benefits that you can expect from work at DNRC? * Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays * Health Coverage * Retirement Plans * Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.  APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:  The DNRC may include the following factors in determining whether an applicant meets the qualifications of a position vacancy by: State of MT application form, cover letter, current resume, educational requirements, structured interview, a performance test, job-related reference checks, job-related work experience, job-related past and current performance.   REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS FOR THIS POSITION ARE: * Resume * Cover Letter /TIP: When attaching your resume, cover letter and other material, you must mark the attachments as "relevant"/ If you have any questions regarding this position, please email Kellie Richetti at Krichetti@mt.gov Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience): * Bachelor’s degree in natural resource management or the natural sciences. * Three years of experience with water-resource management. * Other combinations of education and experience may be substituted. Required knowledge: * Knowledge of Montana water law, relevant interstate and reserved water compacts, rules, policies, procedures, and government operations. * Knowledge of water resource-related management theories, principles, concepts and practices; field investigation methodologies; and negotiation, and conflict resolution techniques. * Knowledge of local water availability, water use practices, water measurement techniques and devices, irrigation methods and designs, public land ownership records, court decrees and orders. * Knowledge of local, state, and federal governmental administrative processes. Special Information: 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. Eligibility to Work: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the person selected must produce within three days of hire documents that show authorization to work in the United States. Examples of such documentation include a birth certificate or Social Security card along with a driver’s license or other picture I.D., or a U.S. passport, or a "green card". The State of Montna does NOT sponsor Visa's or Greencards. Title: Water Conservation Specialist/New Appropriations Specialist Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24141268