Overview
Please remember to attach the required documents
Cover Letter, Resume and References
listed in this announcement. Applications missing the requested documents will be considered incomplete and may not progress further in the process. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The State Application is not a substitute for a Resume. This position closes at 11:59 PM Mountain Time on February 15, 2026. You must apply through the State of Montana Career site. Special Information: Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association). A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation. Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply. This position is seasonal in nature and typically lasts from late March through early to mid-July. Must be in good physical condition. Must perform outdoor heavy manual tasks and be able to safely navigate a loaded solo or tandem canoe or a raft on a remote river for 3-4 days at a time with another Recreation River Ranger or potentially alone. Must be able to hike several miles with moderate elevation gain in a remote and rugged backcountry setting. A valid driver's license is required and must be able to drive 3/4 ton, 4x4 trucks while pulling and backing up with attached trailers. Work assignments include tasks performed in all kinds of weather and typically at other than normal working hours or shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays. The duty station during the Smith River float season will be the Camp Baker put-in on the Smith River. Shared housing is provided in a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home at Camp Baker. Administrative duties during the Smith River float season will be performed in a Ranger Station at Camp Baker. Overnight camping with another park ranger or potentially alone during river patrols will be required for 3-4 days at a time. Float season duties involve registering float groups, conducting pre-launch ranger talks, collecting and remitting fees, recording daily use statistics and performing river patrols providing visitors with information and education, enforcing rules and regulations and maintaining boat camps. Assist with preparation and completion of streambank bioengineering projects of boat camp landings and core camping areas. Qualifications
The knowledge, skills, and abilities of this position are normally attained through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in park and or recreation management, archeology, geology, or related fields. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 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. Openings and Details
Number of Openings: 1 Employee Status: Seasonal (less than 6 mos) Schedule: Full-Time Job Type: Standard Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time Primary Location: White Sulphur Springs Agency: Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks Union: 000 - None Posting Information
Posting Date: Jan 22, 2026, 11:18:35 PM Closing Date: Feb 16, 2026, 6:59:00 AM Application Materials
Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume, References Contact
Contact Name: Rene Carter | Contact Email: fwpemp@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-5203 The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's 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.
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Please remember to attach the required documents
Cover Letter, Resume and References
listed in this announcement. Applications missing the requested documents will be considered incomplete and may not progress further in the process. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The State Application is not a substitute for a Resume. This position closes at 11:59 PM Mountain Time on February 15, 2026. You must apply through the State of Montana Career site. Special Information: Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association). A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation. Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply. This position is seasonal in nature and typically lasts from late March through early to mid-July. Must be in good physical condition. Must perform outdoor heavy manual tasks and be able to safely navigate a loaded solo or tandem canoe or a raft on a remote river for 3-4 days at a time with another Recreation River Ranger or potentially alone. Must be able to hike several miles with moderate elevation gain in a remote and rugged backcountry setting. A valid driver's license is required and must be able to drive 3/4 ton, 4x4 trucks while pulling and backing up with attached trailers. Work assignments include tasks performed in all kinds of weather and typically at other than normal working hours or shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays. The duty station during the Smith River float season will be the Camp Baker put-in on the Smith River. Shared housing is provided in a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home at Camp Baker. Administrative duties during the Smith River float season will be performed in a Ranger Station at Camp Baker. Overnight camping with another park ranger or potentially alone during river patrols will be required for 3-4 days at a time. Float season duties involve registering float groups, conducting pre-launch ranger talks, collecting and remitting fees, recording daily use statistics and performing river patrols providing visitors with information and education, enforcing rules and regulations and maintaining boat camps. Assist with preparation and completion of streambank bioengineering projects of boat camp landings and core camping areas. Qualifications
The knowledge, skills, and abilities of this position are normally attained through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in park and or recreation management, archeology, geology, or related fields. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 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. Openings and Details
Number of Openings: 1 Employee Status: Seasonal (less than 6 mos) Schedule: Full-Time Job Type: Standard Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time Primary Location: White Sulphur Springs Agency: Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks Union: 000 - None Posting Information
Posting Date: Jan 22, 2026, 11:18:35 PM Closing Date: Feb 16, 2026, 6:59:00 AM Application Materials
Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume, References Contact
Contact Name: Rene Carter | Contact Email: fwpemp@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-5203 The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's 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.
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