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Position Title: Compliance Specialist 3 (57076,57069) - (25143074)
Shape Montana's Water Future -- And Elevate Your Compliance Career What if your next role lets you drive statewide water rights quality, train and mentor experts across Montana, and safeguard one of the state’s most vital natural resources every single day? The Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) Water Resources Division is recruiting two Compliance Specialist 3 positions to champion statewide water rights quality control and ensure consistent program implementation for the Adjudication, Enforcement, & Distribution team.
If you are a detail‑driven natural resources professional who loves turning complex law and data into clear guidance, enjoys coaching others, and wants your work to matter far beyond your desk, this position offers the chance to leave a lasting mark on how Montana’s water is administered.
Serve as the Division’s go‑to expert for water rights quality control, ensuring accurate, consistent implementation of the Montana Water Use Act across regional offices and programs.
Create and manage a statewide quality review process that strengthens trust in DNRC’s water rights records and decisions.
Be the trainer, coach, and connector
Design and deliver training for regional staff, supervisors, and managers on statutes, rules, database tools, and GIS mapping.
Update and maintain guidance manuals, onboard new staff, and help others grow their skills through mentoring and targeted remedial training.
Turn complex law into practical action
Interpret laws, policies, court orders, and program requirements, then translate them into solutions staff and the public can actually use.
Develop and implement public information campaigns, newsletters, and presentations to increase awareness of water right requirements.
Shape systems, not just tasks
Help design and test improvements to the statewide water rights database and GIS tools, ensuring they work in the real world.
Spot inconsistencies, identify policy gaps, and recommend new procedures that improve efficiency and fairness across the state.
Core Values of DNRC Water Resources Division
Value People
Stewardship
Service
Credibility
Engagement
The selected candidate may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement.
This position is eligible for a $1.00/hour base pay increase effective July 2026.
This position is generally based in Helena, but alternative DNRC work locations within Montana may be considered and approved on a case‑by‑case basis.
Responsibilities As the Compliance Specialist 3 for the Adjudication, Enforcement, & Distribution bureau, you will focus on statewide quality control, training, monitoring, and program support.
• Provide technical assistance and training to regional staff, supervisors, managers, and bureau leadership on statutes, policies, procedures, GIS mapping, and water right database tools, ensuring consistent and accurate work products that comply with law, rule, court orders, and policy.
• Develop, deliver, and update program guidance, training, and manuals; monitor work across regional offices; and maintain a quality control review plan and schedule that tracks progress toward bureau goals.
• Identify data, policy, and procedural issues; recommend and implement solutions (including remedial training and process changes); and serve on database teams to improve systems, test enhancements, and support staff in using updated tools.
• Lead public information and outreach efforts through newsletters, presentations, and other communication tools to increase understanding of water rights requirements and support timely, consistent responses to complex inquiries.
• Perform special projects, assist with budgeting and bureau planning, represent the program at meetings and conferences, and provide backup to the Program Supervisor on assigned management duties.
Qualifications Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, natural resource management, or a related field.
Experience in water resource administration, including water rights, teaching/training, database structure and development, analysis and testing, program evaluation, and policy development.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities If you are the right person for this opportunity, you will have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Technical and program knowledge
Advanced knowledge of natural resource management and program administration, Montana water rights adjudication, the Montana Water Use Act, Supreme Court claim examination rules, and related court orders.
Knowledge of Montana Code Annotated and Administrative Rules of Montana related to water rights, examination methodologies, procedures, and comparison standards.
Familiarity with water use practices in Montana (domestic, irrigation, stock, mining, municipal, commercial, hydropower).
Strong understanding of GIS technology, water right database structure and applications, document storage and retrieval systems, and common software applications.
Analytical, training, and communication skills
Skill in composing and editing policies, reports, and guidance; reading and interpreting maps, plats, and aerial photographs; and applying math to compute flow rates, volumes, and surface areas.
Ability to communicate complex technical and legal information clearly, both verbally and in writing, to a wide range of audiences.
Ability to train, guide, and oversee the work of others; organize workloads; establish schedules and deadlines; and work independently within program goals.
Relationship and leadership abilities
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, managers, the Water Court, stakeholders, and the public.
Capacity to interpret and implement statutes, rules, laws, and policies and to research and analyze facts to develop procedures for resolving controversial issues.
Physical and Mental Requirements
Work is primarily office-based with extensive computer, data, and document work.
Some travel is required to regional offices, community meetings, trainings, conferences, and field reviews across Montana.
The position requires sustained mental concentration, analytical thinking, and independent decision‑making within program goals and legal frameworks.
Occasional public speaking, training delivery, and facilitation of meetings with diverse stakeholders is required.
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 – Describe how your knowledge, skills, and abilities will make you successful in this role.
Resume – Include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position.
Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
Salary: $76,003.20 - $76,003.20 Yearly Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full‑time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Number of Openings: 2
Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full‑Time
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 5% of the Time
Primary Location: Helena Agency: Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Union: None
Posting Date: Dec 30, 2025, 6:53:11 PM Closing Date: Jan 21, 2026, 6:59:00 AM
Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume
Contact Name: Tracey Thennis | Contact Email: Tracey.Thennis2@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-0513
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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Position Title: Compliance Specialist 3 (57076,57069) - (25143074)
Shape Montana's Water Future -- And Elevate Your Compliance Career What if your next role lets you drive statewide water rights quality, train and mentor experts across Montana, and safeguard one of the state’s most vital natural resources every single day? The Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) Water Resources Division is recruiting two Compliance Specialist 3 positions to champion statewide water rights quality control and ensure consistent program implementation for the Adjudication, Enforcement, & Distribution team.
If you are a detail‑driven natural resources professional who loves turning complex law and data into clear guidance, enjoys coaching others, and wants your work to matter far beyond your desk, this position offers the chance to leave a lasting mark on how Montana’s water is administered.
Serve as the Division’s go‑to expert for water rights quality control, ensuring accurate, consistent implementation of the Montana Water Use Act across regional offices and programs.
Create and manage a statewide quality review process that strengthens trust in DNRC’s water rights records and decisions.
Be the trainer, coach, and connector
Design and deliver training for regional staff, supervisors, and managers on statutes, rules, database tools, and GIS mapping.
Update and maintain guidance manuals, onboard new staff, and help others grow their skills through mentoring and targeted remedial training.
Turn complex law into practical action
Interpret laws, policies, court orders, and program requirements, then translate them into solutions staff and the public can actually use.
Develop and implement public information campaigns, newsletters, and presentations to increase awareness of water right requirements.
Shape systems, not just tasks
Help design and test improvements to the statewide water rights database and GIS tools, ensuring they work in the real world.
Spot inconsistencies, identify policy gaps, and recommend new procedures that improve efficiency and fairness across the state.
Core Values of DNRC Water Resources Division
Value People
Stewardship
Service
Credibility
Engagement
The selected candidate may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement.
This position is eligible for a $1.00/hour base pay increase effective July 2026.
This position is generally based in Helena, but alternative DNRC work locations within Montana may be considered and approved on a case‑by‑case basis.
Responsibilities As the Compliance Specialist 3 for the Adjudication, Enforcement, & Distribution bureau, you will focus on statewide quality control, training, monitoring, and program support.
• Provide technical assistance and training to regional staff, supervisors, managers, and bureau leadership on statutes, policies, procedures, GIS mapping, and water right database tools, ensuring consistent and accurate work products that comply with law, rule, court orders, and policy.
• Develop, deliver, and update program guidance, training, and manuals; monitor work across regional offices; and maintain a quality control review plan and schedule that tracks progress toward bureau goals.
• Identify data, policy, and procedural issues; recommend and implement solutions (including remedial training and process changes); and serve on database teams to improve systems, test enhancements, and support staff in using updated tools.
• Lead public information and outreach efforts through newsletters, presentations, and other communication tools to increase understanding of water rights requirements and support timely, consistent responses to complex inquiries.
• Perform special projects, assist with budgeting and bureau planning, represent the program at meetings and conferences, and provide backup to the Program Supervisor on assigned management duties.
Qualifications Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, natural resource management, or a related field.
Experience in water resource administration, including water rights, teaching/training, database structure and development, analysis and testing, program evaluation, and policy development.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities If you are the right person for this opportunity, you will have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Technical and program knowledge
Advanced knowledge of natural resource management and program administration, Montana water rights adjudication, the Montana Water Use Act, Supreme Court claim examination rules, and related court orders.
Knowledge of Montana Code Annotated and Administrative Rules of Montana related to water rights, examination methodologies, procedures, and comparison standards.
Familiarity with water use practices in Montana (domestic, irrigation, stock, mining, municipal, commercial, hydropower).
Strong understanding of GIS technology, water right database structure and applications, document storage and retrieval systems, and common software applications.
Analytical, training, and communication skills
Skill in composing and editing policies, reports, and guidance; reading and interpreting maps, plats, and aerial photographs; and applying math to compute flow rates, volumes, and surface areas.
Ability to communicate complex technical and legal information clearly, both verbally and in writing, to a wide range of audiences.
Ability to train, guide, and oversee the work of others; organize workloads; establish schedules and deadlines; and work independently within program goals.
Relationship and leadership abilities
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, managers, the Water Court, stakeholders, and the public.
Capacity to interpret and implement statutes, rules, laws, and policies and to research and analyze facts to develop procedures for resolving controversial issues.
Physical and Mental Requirements
Work is primarily office-based with extensive computer, data, and document work.
Some travel is required to regional offices, community meetings, trainings, conferences, and field reviews across Montana.
The position requires sustained mental concentration, analytical thinking, and independent decision‑making within program goals and legal frameworks.
Occasional public speaking, training delivery, and facilitation of meetings with diverse stakeholders is required.
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 – Describe how your knowledge, skills, and abilities will make you successful in this role.
Resume – Include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position.
Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
Salary: $76,003.20 - $76,003.20 Yearly Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full‑time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Number of Openings: 2
Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full‑Time
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 5% of the Time
Primary Location: Helena Agency: Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Union: None
Posting Date: Dec 30, 2025, 6:53:11 PM Closing Date: Jan 21, 2026, 6:59:00 AM
Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume
Contact Name: Tracey Thennis | Contact Email: Tracey.Thennis2@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-0513
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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