State Geologist & Agency Director — Lead Montana’s Geoscience

Association for Women Geoscientists; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Holidays

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Tuition Benefits

Wellness Program

Remote work days

Job summary

Montana Tech seeks a Director for the Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology (MBMG) to lead the state geoscience survey, shape strategy and budgets, and oversee research programs. The role anchors collaboration with university leadership, faculty, students, and governmental bodies in Montana.

The Director will drive public communication, data stewardship, and outreach while advancing sustainable resource development and public safety.

Qualifications

• Doctorate and at least 10 years (or a Master’s and 13 years) of closely related geoscience experience.
• Demonstrated administrative experience in budgeting, project management, personnel management, and program development.
• Experience addressing energy, mineral, geologic hazards, and water public-policy issues as demonstrated in publications and in interactions with governmental and non-governmental groups, or others.
• Must be either a certified professional geologist or registered engineer (or possess an equivalent professional registration) at the time of appointment (or within 3 years of appointment).
• Excellent communication skills with both scientific and public audiences.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for MBMG as Montana State Geologist.
• Lead budgeting, program development, and administrative oversight.
• Collaborate with Montana Tech administration, faculty and students, and state/federal agencies.
• Translate geoscience research into public policy and stakeholder guidance.

Skills

Administrative leadership

Budgeting

Project management

Personnel management

Strategic planning

Public policy experience

Professional registration

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate + 10 years or Master + 13 years geoscience experience

Job description

Montana Tech seeks a Director for the Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology (MBMG) to lead the state geoscience survey, shape strategy and budgets, and oversee research programs. The role anchors collaboration with university leadership, faculty, students, and governmental bodies in Montana.

The Director will drive public communication, data stewardship, and outreach while advancing sustainable resource development and public safety.