Water Resources Deputy Division Leader

State of Montana; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 101,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation expense reimbursement

Job summary

The State of Montana, DNRC Water Resources Division, seeks an experienced Deputy Division Administrator to lead statewide water programs and division operations. This executive role oversees a 150-FTE division with a budget over $60 million, collaborating with policymakers, tribes, and stakeholders.

You will supervise managers and bureau chiefs, shape division strategy, and guide the implementation of water management policies while ensuring alignment with state priorities and regulatory

Qualifications

• Strong leadership experience overseeing programs, staff, and budgets in a regulatory or public administration setting.
• Experience shaping policy and implementing statewide programs with exposure to legislative processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee division operations and business functions for a 150-FTE division with a biennial budget of more than $60 million, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Provide executive-level leadership to staff by supervising managers and bureau chiefs, directing HR functions, and supporting professional development.
• Lead water programs and policy by co-developing division strategy and guiding implementation of statewide water management policies.
• Represent the Division before policymakers, tribes, local governments, and stakeholders with expert testimony and recommendations on regulations and legislation.
• Serve on the Department’s executive leadership team and drive strategic direction and priority implementation.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder collaboration

Public speaking

Policy alignment

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, law, environmental science, or related field

Job description

The State of Montana, DNRC Water Resources Division, seeks an experienced Deputy Division Administrator to lead statewide water programs and division operations. This executive role oversees a 150-FTE division with a budget over $60 million, collaborating with policymakers, tribes, and stakeholders.

You will supervise managers and bureau chiefs, shape division strategy, and guide the implementation of water management policies while ensuring alignment with state priorities and regulatory