Engineer Supervisor - State Floodplain Engineer Supervisor (50500)

State of Montana

About The Position

Shape Montana's Flood Resilience and Your Engineering Career! What if your next engineering leadership role could combine cutting-edge hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, interagency partnership, and direct impact on community safety across Montana? The Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) is seeking a visionary State Floodplain Engineer to lead our state's Flood Hazard Mapping Program. If you're an accomplished engineer and leader who thrives on complex water resources challenges, values meaningful public service, and wants to protect Montana communities from flood risk, this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference. Why You Should Apply Core Values of DNRC Water Resources Division Valuing People Stewardship Service Credibility Engagement The selected candidate may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. This position is eligible for a 2.5%25 base pay increase effective July 2026. This position is being posted at the same time as a similar position: Floodplain Technical Assistance Engineer. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for both positions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent
Three (3) years of relevant and progressively responsible work experience in engineering with emphasis on hydrology and/or hydraulics.
Montana Professional Engineer (PE) license, or Engineering Intern certification with ability to obtain PE licensure within one year of hire.
2+ years of proven leadership and supervisory experience, encompassing talent acquisition, team development, recruitment, performance management, and employee terminations.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout Montana.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in civil engineering or similar discipline.
Certified Floodplain Manager certification.
Practical knowledge and experience with floodplain studies and the National Flood Insurance Program.
Familiarity with Montana’s floodplain regulations.
Experience in hydrology, hydraulics, fluvial mechanics & geomorphology, and/or river restoration & remediation.
Experience with spatial data requirements for FEMA’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to present technical information clearly to varied audiences.
Experience supervising, mentoring, and developing multidisciplinary teams.
Working knowledge of federal/state grant management, compliance, and reporting.

Responsibilities

Lead Montana’s Flood Hazard Mapping Program in partnership with FEMA, implementing the Montana Floodplain and Floodway Management Act and directing Risk MAP initiatives statewide.
Oversee complex floodplain studies from planning to completion, coordinating internal staff, contractors, and partner agencies to produce reliable flood hazard data and maps.
Manage federal grants for floodplain mapping, including business planning, grant proposals, administration, budgets, compliance, and reporting.
Administer contractor procurement, conducting biannual solicitations, and managing contracts—from budgeting and scheduling to quality review and performance evaluation.
Act as primary liaison with FEMA and partner agencies and coordinate with state, local, and community stakeholders to ensure project success.
Maintain Montana’s official flood hazard data portfolio, overseeing designation, adoption, maintenance, and distribution to communities.
Develop and refine program policies, standard procedures, and long-term mapping plans under Bureau Chief guidance.
Supervise staff including Engineering Specialists, Hydrologists, GIS Specialists, and Outreach Coordinators, supporting their professional development and technical competency.
Foster collaboration, address challenges, and create an environment where diverse talents deliver exceptional program results

Benefits

Live and work in your choice of Montana communities – this position may be based in Billings, Missoula, Kalispell, Lewistown, Havre, Glasgow, Helena, or Bozeman. Each location offers unique opportunities and natural beauty, with Montana providing abundant recreational opportunities, including camping, fishing, hunting, mountain biking, and hiking.
Work/life balance with flexible schedules and telework eligibility.
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays), with vacation leave increasing with service.
Longevity pay with continued state service.
Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
Access to free employee medical clinics and telehealth.
Retirement plans (Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution plus an optional 457(b) Plan).
Public Service Loan Forgiveness - may qualify you for student loan forgiveness.
Career progression, professional development, and state employee discounts.
Up to 15 days of military leave with full pay.