Volunteer Fly Fishing Program Coordinator The Volunteer Fly Fishing Program Coordinator will lead volunteer anglers in conducting fly fishing surveys on priority waters within Yellowstone National Park to assist the Native Fish Conservation Program with ongoing fisheries research and management. Position Number: 4N0779 Department: Institute on Ecosystems Division: Office of Research and Economic Development Appointment Type: Classified Contract Term: Fiscal Year FLSA: Non-Exempt Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE FTE: 0.5 Salary: $21.50 per hour This position will play an integral role in the Volunteer Fly Fishing Program, providing opportunities for the public to be involved in fisheries research and management within Yellowstone National Park. Duties and Responsibilities Act as a liaison between NPS fish biologists and volunteer anglers. Direct field activities to ensure volunteer anglers adhere to standard operating procedures for fishing locations and biological data collection, and follow visitor use guidelines. Drive a government-owned vehicle and transport volunteers to and from study sites. Required Qualifications Extensive experience fly fishing in Yellowstone National Park, hiking off-trail, and staying safe in areas with large wildlife (e.g., bears, bison). Excellent communication and team leadership skills, with a passion for native fish conservation. Experience planning and coordinating work among government agency staff and public volunteers. Experience collaborating with a non-profit fund-raising partner. Certified in first aid and CPR. Preferred Qualifications Experience safely leading large groups of volunteers in remote locations, capturing and handling sensitive native fish species, and collecting scientific fisheries data. Experience keeping records of daily activities. Strong communication and writing skills, with experience writing for fish and fishing journals. Position Special Requirements This position is funded for 11 months, and continued employment is contingent upon funding availability. Must possess a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. If the successful candidate possesses a valid out-of-state driver’s license, they must obtain a valid Montana driver’s license within 60 days of hire. Due to limited housing options within the park, the coordinator is required to make arrangements for housing in Gardiner, MT, or nearby. Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search. Application Information Screening of applications will begin on December 2, 2024 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established. EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. Required Documents Resume Letter of Interest Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (). J-18808-Ljbffr
