Compliance Technician 1

Water Resources Office; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Department of Natural Resources & Conservation in Bozeman seeks a Compliance Technician 1 to manage water right applications, maintain records, and provide front-line customer service. You will assist Montanans through water right processes and support office operations.

You will research land title records, deeds, surveys, and related documents to verify ownership, location and water use, while ensuring filings are complete and accurate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years in a vocational or post-secondary curriculum.
• Equivalent job experience with responsible office work.

Responsibilities

• Review and process water right applications and notices, confirm required information is complete, and issue water right certificates for applicable filings.
• Research water right elements using property records, deeds, surveys, well logs, maps, aerial photos, and other sources to verify ownership, locations, and water use.
• Process water right ownership updates by tracing ownership records, reviewing supporting documents, and working with affected parties to resolve missing or conflicting information.
• Complete initial acceptance reviews for permit applications, water right changes, and other filings, explaining missing information and requirements for resubmittal.
• Review subdivision water right predetermination requests, research existing and planned water uses, and prepare letters explaining water allocations and filing requirements.
• Prepare public notices, coordinate individual and batch mailings, track deadlines and objections, and prepare files for administrative hearings when needed.
• Welcome visitors, answer calls, and provide assistance or connect people with the appropriate staff or agency.
• Receive and record fees, process payments and refund requests, prepare deposits, and maintain accurate payment information.
• Research returned mail to verify current mailing addresses and water right ownership.
• Maintain office files and coordinate incoming and outgoing mail.

Skills

Water rights knowledge

Water law

Filing procedures

MS Office

GIS applications

Communication skills

Map interpretation

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years in vocational or post-secondary curriculum

Equivalent office experience

Job description

Job Description - Compliance Technician 1 (26142547)

Position Title:

Compliance Technician 1 - ( 26142547 )

Job Overview

The Compliance Technician performs a broad variety of duties associated with managing Montana’s water resources. This position provides front-line customer service with customers in person, over the telephone, and via email. This position is responsible for processing numerous water right applications which includes researching land title records, water right records, county documents, subdivision/Certificate of Survey and a variety of other documents. In addition, this position is responsible for providing the entire office with administrative support.

Core Values

• Stewardship
• Service
• Credibility
• Engagement

What You’ll Do

You'll help maintain accurate water right records and guide Montanans through water right processes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Review and process water right applications and notices, confirm required information is complete, and issue water right certificates for applicable filings.
• Research water right elements using property records, deeds, surveys, well logs, maps, aerial photos, and other sources to verify ownership, locations, and water use.
• Process water right ownership updates by tracing ownership records, reviewing supporting documents, and working with affected parties to resolve missing or conflicting information.
• Complete initial acceptance reviews for permit applications, water right changes, and other filings, explaining missing information and requirements for resubmittal.
• Review subdivision water right predetermination requests, research existing and planned water uses, and prepare letters explaining water allocations and filing requirements.
• Prepare public notices, coordinate individual and batch mailings, track deadlines and objections, and prepare files for administrative hearings when needed.

Administration

• Welcome visitors, answer calls, and provide assistance or connect people with the appropriate staff or agency.
• Receive and record fees, process payments and refund requests, prepare deposits, and maintain accurate payment information.
• Research returned mail to verify current mailing addresses and water right ownership.
• Maintain office files and coordinate incoming and outgoing mail.

Work/life balance.

• 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.
• Career progression, professional development, and state employee discounts.
• Up to 15 days of military leave with full pay.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years in a vocational or post-secondary curriculum.
• Equivalent job experience with responsible office work.

What You Bring

• Knowledge of Montana water rights, water law, and filing procedures.
• Familiarity with water uses, well construction, and legal land descriptions.
• Skill with Microsoft Office, databases, GIS applications, and standard office equipment.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to explain water right information and prepare correspondence.
• Ability to learn to interpret maps and aerial photos and solve moderately complex math problems.
• Strong organizational skills to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a busy office.

Required Application Materials

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.

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.

For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here: E-Verify Website.

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

29.05 - 29.05 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time Job Type : Standard

Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location: Bozeman Agency : Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Union : 000 - None

Closing Date: Nov 11, 2026, 6:59:00 AM

Contact Name : Lysandra Badilla | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone] Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the 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.