AmeriCorps Program Development Specialist

Job Description - AmeriCorps Program Development Specialist (26141997)

Position Title:

AmeriCorps Program Development Specialist - (26141997)

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Announcement:

Please remember to attach the required documents listed in this announcement.

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• References

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 September 7, 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.

Effective June 22, 2026, this agency is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/

If the position is soft funded/grant funded:

This position is funded through a grant. In the event that the funding ends or is not sufficient to continue your employment, your employment may be terminated without cause.

Specific Job Information:

This position works in a professional office environment with regular pressure to meet important deadlines. Physical demands are minimal; however, there are long periods of telephone and computer use while sitting in a confined position, particularly during periods when there are tight deadlines. Stressful positions may occur while managing AmeriCorps members that include interpersonal or scheduling conflicts that directly impacts member experience. This position also requires overnight travel approximately 15-20% of the time and potentially up to 30% which may require time in adverse environmental conditions while supporting members. Occasional evening and weekend work may require a greater than 40-hour work week. Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 35 pounds.M-F 8AM-5PM with occasionally evening and weekend work.

Position is eligible for two days of remote work per week, per FWP Policy, after the Probationary period (i.e. 1 year) is complete.

Situated in west-central Montana, the beautiful city of Helena has the amenities and culture of a state capitol while being close to outstanding hiking, camping, fishing and boating opportunities. It is also within 3 ½ hours of both Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks, two crown jewels of our national park system.

Job Duties:

The Americorps Program Development Specialist assists the AmeriCorps, Interpretation, and Volunteer Program Manager in providing both daily and program planning functions to implement the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks AmeriCorps (MTFWPA) program and to support AmeriCorps members throughout their term of service. The position also assists in the preparation of an AmeriCorps grant application.

The specialist works with field managers to develop and define methods, procedures, and techniques to implement practical, educational, and meaningful AmeriCorps member tasks to support the agency and its mission.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

The knowledge, skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Work, Sociology, Liberal Arts, Education, Natural Resources, and 2 years of related work experience. Experience with AmeriCorps or volunteer program management, as well as grant writing is preferred.

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.

Salary: $

31.38 - 31.38 Hourly

Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time

Job Type

: Standard

Shift

: Day Job

Travel

: Yes, 20 % of the Time

Primary Location

: Helena

Agency: Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks Union: 000 - None

Posting Date

: Aug 4, 2026, 3:46:40 AM

Closing Date (based on your computer''s timezone)

: Sep 8, 2026, 11:29:00 AM

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume, References

Contact Name: Rene Carter | Contact Email: fwpemp@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-5203 Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the 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.