Highway Coordinator

ROADS PROGRAM/DEWR KH OFFICE – RONAN, MT

DIVISION OF ENGINEERING & WATER RESOURCES

NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

The Highway Coordinator is a professional, full-time position responsible for coordinating and managing Tribal involvement, facilitating the planning, development, operations, maintenance and construction in highway projects as identified in the Memorandum of Understanding between the Tribes and the Montana Department of Transportation (MDOT). This includes Project Specific Agreements (PSA) that have been negotiated between the Tribes and MDOT.

• Coordinate and manage Tribal involvement in highway projects.
• Facilitate the planning, development, operations, maintenance, and construction of highway projects identified in the Memorandum of Understanding.
• Participate in Project Specific Agreements (PSA) negotiations between the Tribes and MDOT.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years of professional experience in the maintenance, management, planning, design, and construction of highways.
• Administrative and project management experience in the construction of highways and appurtenant facilities.
• Professional knowledge of theories, principles, practices and techniques of engineering to plan, design and construct highways and bridges.
• Program budgeting, planning and management experience.

• Valid driver’s license with ability to obtain a Montana Driver’s License within six (6) months.
• Liability or full coverage insurance on personal vehicle (if used to travel off-site).
• Certification as necessary for various Roads or other Program projects.
• Successfully complete a certified defensive driving course approved by the department.
• Wearing Tribal Government identification and safety apparel while conducting field activities.

• Submit a Tribal Employment Application (Resumes may be submitted but may not replace or supplement the official Tribal Employment Application).
• Copies of relevant academic transcripts and/or certificates.
• Copy of valid driver’s license, if applicable.
• Proof of Enrollment from a Federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT.
• DD214 if claiming veteran’s preference.
• Pre-hire drug test (if not already employed by CSKT).

Salary Range is $27.34 to $31.43 per hour, including Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement, Long-term Disability, and PTO & Paid Holidays.

To apply, contact Personnel at 406/675-2700 Ext. 1040. For more info:
Contact Scott Johnston – Roads Program Manager at 406/675-2700 Ext. 6202. Tribal Employment Applications are also available online /personnel.

This position will close on Monday, February 16, 2026 at 5:30pm.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER