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Administrative Warden Captain at State of Montana in Helena
Job Description
Announcement:
Please remember to attach the required documents listed in this announcement.
Resume
Cover Letter
This is a POST certified position. Candidates need to have appropriate Montana certification or equivalent from another state.
To apply, submit a RESUME and COVER LETTER. In your cover letter, please discuss why you are interested in applying for this position and describe the qualifications, experiences, and unique strengths that distinguish you as a candidate and make you well-suited for this position.
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 November 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.
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/
Specific Job Information:
The Administrative Warden Captain is responsible for the administration and implementation of the law enforcement program and/or the supervision of the law enforcement personnel and law enforcement operations in their assigned area of responsibility. The Administrative Warden Captain is knowledgeable in administrative procedures, conservation law enforcement, criminal law, criminal procedure, search & seizure, detention & arrest, the judicial process and general personnel matters. The provide program management and implementation, operational and administrative oversight, and program coordination.
Program Administration:
Programmatically plans, coordinates, and implements the FWP enforcement program, operations, and law enforcement efforts in support of regional Warden Captain operational priorities. The Administrative Captain is responsible for contributing to the development, monitoring, and evaluation of enforcement programs, policies, processes and procedures statewide. They will monitor division budgetary expenditures, contribute to fiscal planning and effective implementation of budgetary priorities, and coordinate procurement efforts. They maintain logs, prepare reports, and direct the preparation, handling, and maintenance of various department and law enforcement records. Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Enforcement, this position coordinates the functions and activities of the various division programs such as, but not limited to, enforcement training, the recruitment, selection, and hiring processes for new wardens, Tipmont Crimestoppers program, and commercial permitting. The Administrative Captain may be required to prepare and present testimony for legislative and/or commission and board meetings and hearings; attend public meetings, and temporarily act in place of the Chief of Enforcement in some public venues.
Program Coordination:
Assists and supports coordination of special enforcement efforts between regions in conjunction with regional Warden Captains. Facilitates collaboration between regional staff and headquarters staff in support of division programs. Works collaboratively with the fish, wildlife and parks programs to organize and plan enforcement services accordingly throughout the state. Participates in department legislative planning efforts. Proactively engages with and monitors other division/bureau programs which offer intersection with enforcement division operations in an effort to maximize department effectiveness. Drafts memorandums and proposals related to the responsible management of the state’s wildlife and recreational resources. Manage agreements and effectively liaisons with partner law enforcement agencies and other state agencies.
Information and Technical:
Facilitates enforcement CAD functionality, mobile form/intel data report processes, and enforcement radio maintenance and programming. This primarily occurs through agreements with other agencies, contract work, or coordination with department and other state agencies. May be required to acquire necessary technical intelligence to ensure continuity within these functions.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
The knowledge, skills, and abilities of this position are attained with a bachelor's degree in Fish and Wildlife Biology or Management, Park Management, Outdoor Recreation, Criminal Justice or a closely related field and 3 or more years of job-related work experience.
An applicant must be:
At least 18 years of age on the date of appointment.
A United States citizen and must be or become a Montana resident in conjunction with
appointment as a Fish, Wildlife & Parks Warden.
In excellent physical and mental health and must be able to pass a medical examination and a strength and agility test according to standards set forth by the Montana Board of
Crime Control and prescribed by the department (minimum visual acuity is 20/100 corrected to 20/20 in both eyes).
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.