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We are hiring a 4-H Program Manager!
The Beaverhead County 4-H Program Manager supports a rapidly growing 4-H program by coordinating public relations, volunteer recruitment, outreach, and communication; assisting with trainings and program delivery; managing enrollment, recordkeeping, budgets, and fair operations; and ensuring compliance with state and county 4-H policies.
The position collaborates with volunteers, clubs, and community partners to plan and implement meetings, events, and long-term program goals while maintaining strong relationships and effective communication. The role involves both administrative and hands-on program support, attending statewide 4-H events, county 4-H events, and participating in professional development.
Work requires varied physical activity, occasional travel, and flexible hours, along with strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. A high school diploma or a degree in a related field, and 4-H experience are required.
Please click here for a detailed job description.
For questions contact Jack Bazemore at (406) 683-3785 or email jack.bazemore@montana.edu.
To apply, please submit a completed job application and resume to:
Becky Hankinson
2 S Pacific St
Dillon, MT 59725
bhankinson@beaverheadcountymt.gov
We are hiring Human Resources/Payroll Clerk/Safety Coordinator!
Position:
Human Resources/Payroll Clerk/Safety Coordinator – Full time position
Location:
Dillon, Montana
Department:
Human Resources
Preferred Education And Experience:
Preferred background would be a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, or other closely related field and five (5) years of professional Human Resources experience. Professional or Senior Professional in Human Resources (PHR/SPHR) certification preferred. Experience at a government level preferred.
Supervised By:
Beaverhead County Commissioners
Necessary Special Requirements:
Under the general direction of the Board of County Commissioners, the Human Resources Director performs a wide variety of complex and administrative tasks. The HR Department provides services, support and expertise for County departments in the areas of human resource administration and employee and labor relations. The department works with elected officials, managers, supervisors, County employees, County appointed boards and the public. Work activities include ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and County policies regarding management and employment; staffing; human resource development; employee and labor relations; workplace health, safety and security; classification and pay; and payroll and benefits administration. This position is an active hands-on position and is not supported by clerical staff.
The HR Director establishes policies and procedures and directs or administers the personnel activities of the County including staffing and strategic planning; recruitment and selection; compensation; employee payroll; health insurance and benefits administration; performance management; training; management of disciplinary actions; employee and labor relations for four collective bargaining contracts; and County risk management and safety.
Beaverhead County employs approximately 80 full-time employees, as well as seasonal and temporary staff. The Human Resources Director reports directly to the Board of County Commissioners.
Must be willing to submit to background check.
Position open until January 23, 2026 or until filled.
Please click here for a detailed job description and application information.
If interested please submit a completed Job Application, Cover Letter, Resume and 3 References to:
Attn: Human Resources
c/o Stacey Reynolds
Beaverhead County Clerk & Recorder’s Office
2 S Pacific St #3
Dillon, MT 59725
sreynolds@beaverheadcountymt.gov
We Are Hiring Solid Waste Operator!
Beaverhead County Solid Waste Department is currently accepting applications for a Solid Waste Operator. This position is responsible and accountable for handling of solid waste for the entire county, which includes operating heavy equipment including compactors, graders, loaders, dozer, backhoe, dump trucks, etc.; servicing equipment, grading and compaction of solid waste, moving and replacing canisters, driving trucks and hauling equipment, handing solid waste, keeping work areas clean, maintaining reports and other duties as required. The position requires a High School diploma, Class A CDL, experience in operating heavy equipment, and mechanical capabilities. Wage depending on experience with an excellent benefit package following a 6 month probationary period. Contact Dana Basile at Beaverhead County Solid Waste Department at 406-683-3780 for more information.
Click here to view the complete job description. If interested please return a complete job application to Becky Hankinson, 2 S Pacific St #1, Dillon, MT 59725 or email to finance@beaverheadcountymt.gov.
Closing date is December 31, 2025.
Open Burning Winter Closure
Beaverhead County will close Open Burning from December 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026.
Open Burning is allowed but subject to DEQ air quality rules. Click here for more information.
Lemhi Pass Road Winter Closure
Lemhi Pass Road will be closed to vehicle traffic beginning December 1, 2025 reopening May 15, 2026 weather permitting.
Road closure will be from the Bar Double T ranch to Lemhi Pass on the Idaho border.
Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway Winter Closure
The Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway will be closed to vehicle traffic beginning December 1, 2025 reopening May 15, 2026 weather permitting.
Byway closure will be from Elkhorn Hot Springs to the Pettengill Campground.
The Public Land Resource Use Policy and Plan has been adopted!
The Public Lands Resource Use Policy and Plan has been officially adopted.
Click this link for the final document.
Anderson Lane Bridge Final Notice and Public Review
Final Notice and Public Explanation of a Proposed Activity in a Federal Flood Risk Management Standard Designated Floodplain or Wetland
To: All interested Agencies, Groups and Individuals
This is to give notice that Beaverhead County has conducted an evaluation as required by Executive Order(s) 11988, as amended by Executive Order 13690, and/or Executive Order 11990, in accordance with HUD regulations at 24 CFR 55.20 in Subpart C Procedures for Making Determinations on Floodplain Management and Wetlands Protection. The activity is funded under Community Project Funding B-24-CP-MT-1305. The proposed project location is 45°18’18.65″N, 112°33’48.46″W in Dillon, Beaverhead County, and is located in the Federal Flood Risk Management Standard (FFRMS) floodplain / wetland. The extent of the FFRMS floodplain was determined using 0.2 percent flood approach. The existing Anderson Lane Bridge over the Beaverhead River is a single-lane, load-limited, bridge that provides primary access to numerous residential users, agricultural operations, and recreationalists. Beaverhead County proposed to replace the structure with a new prestressed concrete structure on driven pile foundations. The new Anderson Lane Bridge will provide a two-lane crossing, increase safety, ensure long-term access, handle legal loading requirements, and maintain waterway adequacy.
Beaverhead County has considered the following alternatives and mitigation measures to minimize adverse impacts and to restore and preserve natural and beneficial functions and intrinsic values of the existing floodplain/wetland: no action, relocation, replacement in existing location, and closure. A no-rise analysis was completed for the new structure to demonstrate no increase in base flood elevations or velocities in compliance with State and local regulations. Replacing the bridge in the existing location was selected to prevent the acquisition of private property and minimize effects to undisturbed adjacent wetlands and floodplain. Both upstream and downstream reaches of the Beaverhead River are also located in a mapped floodplain.
Beaverhead County has reevaluated alternatives to building in the floodplain/wetland and has determined that it has no practicable alternative to floodplain/wetland development. Environmental files documenting compliance with Executive Order 11988, as amended by Executive Order 13690, and/or Executive Order 11990, are available for public inspection, review and copying upon request at the times and location delineated in the last paragraph of this notice for receipt of comments.
There are three primary purposes for this notice. First, people who may be affected by activities in floodplain/wetland and those who have an interest in the protection of the natural environment should be given an opportunity to express their concerns and provide information about these areas. Second, an adequate public notice program can be an important public educational tool. The dissemination of information and request for public comment about floodplain/wetland can facilitate and enhance Federal efforts to reduce the risks and impacts associated with the occupancy and modification of these special areas. Third, as a matter of fairness, when the Federal government determines it will participate in actions taking place in floodplain/wetland, it must inform those who may be put at greater or continued risk.
Written comments must be received by the Beaverhead County at the following address on or before June 26, 2025: Beaverhead County, 2 S Pacific #4, Dillon, MT 59725, Attention: Michael McGinley, Chairman. A full description of the project may also be reviewed from Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 2 South Pacific Street, Suite 3, Dillion, MT 59725, and beaverheadcountymt.gov. Comments may also be submitted via email at ssetzer@beaverheadcountymt.gov.
See the Preliminary Engineering Report document for more information.
Date: June 17, 2025