Wildlife Engagement Coordinator

The Wildlife Engagement Coordinator will work statewide to increase public awareness, appreciation, and support for nongame wildlife identified as Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) in Montana’s 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP). The primary goals are to help implement key conservation actions identified in the SWAP by strengthening public awareness, support, and access to resilient nongame wildlife populations.

This position will report to the Nongame Wildlife Bureau Chief and is a core member of the nongame wildlife program.  The coordinator will engage regional and statewide nongame wildlife biologists, area wildlife biologists, and regional wildlife managers to exchange ideas on strategies to engage the public and elevate nongame wildlife. The coordinator will collaborate closely with staff across multiple divisions, including Wildlife, Fisheries, Parks & Outdoor Recreation, and Communication & Education to develop new outreach messaging, enhance educational materials and programs, and expand wildlife viewing opportunities. The coordinator will also work with state, federal, local, community, nonprofit, and business partners to promote wildlife viewing activities aligned with agency priorities. Additional responsibilities include exploring new partnerships, visiting each region to assess needs and opportunities, and identifying information‑technology requirements to support future efforts.

Collaboration is a core function of this position. The incumbent must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to listen actively and identify common goals shared across divisions. The coordinator will represent the nongame wildlife program on FWP cross-divisional working groups and engage external partners and partner groups.