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Deer Lodge Valley/North Powell Conservation Districts District Administrator in Deer Lodge, Montana
Deer Lodge Valley/North Powell Conservation DistrictsJob DescriptionPOSITION: District AdministratorACCOUNTABLE TO: Board of Supervisors for Each DistrictPOSITION DESCRIPTION: The District Administrator is responsible for managing the operational activities of the Deer Lodge Valley and North Powell Conservation Districts (DLV/NPCD). The position is full-time 35 hours per week. The office location for this position is 1002 Hollenback Lane, Deer Lodge, Montana. Benefits include paid sick, annual, and holiday leave according to State regulations as well as possible retirement and health care program contributions. The District Administrator serves as the primary contact for DLV/NPCD regarding administration of all programs and activities, outreach and assistance, accounting, reception, and customer service.Nature of Work: The District Administrator serves as liaison between the Board of Supervisors and the community and other agencies and governmental entities. The Administrator performs administrative duties requiring attention to accuracy, timeliness, the need for confidentiality, and adherence to regulations. The Administrator organizes and attends monthly Board meetings as well as other events or meetings at the discretion of the Board.Personal Contacts: The District Administrator will foster and maintain good working relationships with Board members and conservation partners such as federal, state, and local agencies, nonprofit entities, and landowners within the counties.Supervision Received: The District Administrator works with little direct supervision. The Board of Supervisors provides general guidance regarding program administration and workload.Essential Functions: The District Administrator must perform all daily operations in a timely and professional manner; be able to write and manage federal, state, and local grants for a variety of projects; administer all existing education, outreach and informational programs; develop and implement new programs with oversight of the DLV/NPCD Board. The Administrator shall perform all fiscal functions for the District, including in-house bookkeeping, compilation of the budget, and financial reports. The Administrator is responsible for processing and issuing Montana Natural Streambed and Land Preservation Act 310 permits according to established procedures and the laws of the State of Montana. The Administrator may represent the District at a variety of local and state meetings and conferences. The Administrator organizes and executes workshops, public meetings, and other events pertaining to DLV/NPCD. Job Requirements: The District Administrator position requires specific knowledge, skills, and abilities for the incumbent to be successful. The following paragraphs describe key requirements of the job.The District Administrator must effectively work with diverse groups of people on natural resource and agricultural issues. The ability to deal tactfully and professionally with both peers and the public are essential; as is observing regular office hours, wearing appropriate attire and responding promptly to requests for assistance or information.The District Administrator is responsible for maintaining general office functions, bookkeeping, grant writing and management and compiling reports. Experience with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and QuickBooks is essential. A background in agriculture and/or natural resources is helpful but not required.The District Administrator is responsible for handling public funds, other monies and confidential information. Background checks and personal information such as fingerprints may be required to meet bonding requirements and access to secure computer networks. Must complete 100% of annual training regarding Computer Security Awareness, Privacy Refresher, and all other mandatory training (needed for continued access to the NRCS Information Technology System) by assigned due dates.The District Administrator will often work independently requiring self-motivation and the ability to resolve most technical and operational difficulties. The abilities to be well organized, self-directed, and prioritize quickly and effectively following written and oral instruction is essential in carrying out the duties of the position. The District Administrator must have a personal vehicle as occasional use of a personal vehicle will be required with mileage reimbursement. A valid Montana State driver’s license and maintenance of a clear driving record is also required.The District Administrator will serve as Recorder for monthly Board of Supervisor Meetings. Must be able to attend monthly evening and occasional weekend meetings, and accomplish miscellaneous other duties as identified in the current work plan, or as assigned by the Board of Supervisors. Deer Lodge Valley/North Powell Conservation Districts prohibit discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, political beliefs, genetic information, reprisal, or because all or part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program.