With a population of approximately 40,000, Bozeman is considered to be the prime spot in Montana.  Bozeman prides itself in offering a small town atmosphere with big city amenities to residents and visitors alike. The city is a community of educated and friendly people, and is home to Montana State University, which provides education to approximately 12,000 students annually.  Although agriculture still has a presence throughout the area, Bozeman is becoming known for its high-tech and manufacturing industries.  Some of the country's finest fly fishing, hiking, and alpine and cross-country skiing are just minutes from town.

The Human Resources Department provides internal human resources support services to the City of Bozeman organization, covering approximately 350 employees.  The department is comprised of 3 FTEs and has a department budget of $275,000.  Reporting to the City Manager, the Human Resources Director provides leadership, and plans, directs, leads, and supervises all human resource functions for the city.

A bachelor's degree in human resources, personnel, business or public administration, or a closely related field is required. Candidates should have education and experience equivalent to a minimum of five to seven years of related experience in human resources, with at least three to five years in a senior management position, or any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work. SPHR Certification must be obtained within two years of employment.  Salary Range: $79,848 - $87,745.

The City of Bozeman is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by September 12, 2010 (first review, open until filled).

To apply, please send a letter of interest, resume, fully completed and signed application, and answers to the supplemental questions to Prothman via email at humanresources@prothman.com>
or mail to:  Prothman, 3633 136th PL SE, Suite 206, Bellevue, WA  98006; ph: 206-368-0050;
fax: 425-289-5040.

For a complete job description and application materials, please visit the Prothman Company at: http://www.prothman.com/Current.htm.   (Posted 08/09/2010)

Challenging upper management position in one of the country's most desirable areas.  The City is seeking a talented Water Superintendent who thinks strategically.  Person will possess a "can do" attitude, have a demonstrated track record of success and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.  Details available www.meridiancity.org or contact Christie Boucher in Human Resources at (208) 898-5503.

Salary Range:  $5278.00 to $8247.00 per month, DOE.   (Posted 07/21/2010)

Dawson County and the City of Glendive are seeking a City/County Planner. 

The position responsibilities include:

• Administer and insure compliance with Dawson County/City of Glendive Subdivision Regulations, Floodplain Regulations and Zoning Regulations
• Review and process Floodplain applications, subdivision plats, certificates-of-survey, and zone change and conditional use requests
• Review building permits for zoning compliance, conduct on-site compliance checks
• Provide administrative support to Floodplain Committee
• Research, prepare and present written findings and staff recommendations to support permitting decisions on development proposals for the Planning Board, City Council and County Commissioners
• Research land use issues and legislative rulings and update land use regulations
• Advise Planning Board, Commissioners and Council on planning issues
• Update Growth Policy and perform other long-range planning studies
• Coordinate with County, City, regional and local groups on land use planning and economic/community development issues
• Provide regulatory information to the public
• Prepare legal notices and maintain public records
• Write grant proposals for planning-related projects
• Receive Certified Floodplain Manager status within one year of hire
• Attend regular evening meetings.

Position requires a Bachelors' degree in Land Use Planning, Land Use Law, Political Science, or a related field; plus a minimum two years' experience in municipal planning; or equivalent combination of education and experience clearly demonstrating possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities. 

Starting salary range:  $15.00 - $17.00 per hour, DOQ, plus benefits.  Full time, permanent position.

Contact the City/County Planner for a full job description at hitchings(at)dawsoncountymail.com or call (406) 345-4139.  Submit a resume and cover letter to Planner, 207 West Bell, Glendive, MT 59330.  Position open until filled.  (Posted 06/23/2010)