Careers – Big Sky Economic Development

Current Openings

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGER

Are you passionate about building strong communities, supporting local growth, and turning complex projects into real-world impact? Do you enjoy managing collaborative initiatives, guiding diverse stakeholders, and helping communities access the resources they need to thrive?

Big Sky Economic Development (BSED) is seeking a skilled, organized, and community-minded Community Development Project Manager to join our Community Development team. This role leads and coordinates projects that support economic vitality, infrastructure, redevelopment, and quality of life throughout Yellowstone County.

The Community Development Project Manager plays a key role in moving community initiatives from concept to completion—working with local governments, nonprofits, funders, consultants, and community partners to ensure successful outcomes.

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CREDIT ANALYST

Are you detail-oriented, analytical, and energized by turning financial data into sound lending decisions? Do you enjoy working behind the scenes to support businesses and economic growth? Are you looking to build a career in commercial lending while making a tangible impact in your community?

Big Sky Economic Development (BSED) is seeking a Credit Analyst I to join our Big Sky Finance team. This position supports our loan programs by performing financial and credit analysis, assembling complete loan packages, and ensuring compliance with SBA and other lending requirements.

Credit Analysts play a critical role in helping Montana businesses access the capital they need to start, expand, and succeed.

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Big Sky Economic Development is currently searching for our next Executive Director.

To learn more, visit: https://jorgensonpace.com/job/executive-director-big-sky-economic-develoment/

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MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

Are you a strategic storyteller who enjoys shaping an organization’s voice, building visibility, and connecting people to purpose? Do you thrive at the intersection of marketing, communications, media relations, and community engagement?

Big Sky Economic Development (BSED) is seeking a creative, organized, and relationship-driven Marketing & Communications Manager to lead our day-to-day marketing, public relations, and communications efforts. This role serves as a key ambassador for BSED and plays a central role in advancing our mission through clear messaging, strong branding, and meaningful engagement across the community.

The Marketing & Communications Manager is responsible for ensuring BSED’s story is told consistently, professionally, and effectively across all platforms and audiences.

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MT APEX GOVERNMENT ADVISOR

Are you passionate about helping Montana businesses grow, compete, and succeed? Do you enjoy consulting, problem-solving, and translating complex rules into practical guidance? Are you energized by working directly with business owners and decision-makers?

Big Sky Economic Development (BSED) is seeking a knowledgeable, client-focused MT APEX Advisor to join our team. This position provides one-on-one advising, training, and technical assistance to businesses interested in selling goods and services to federal, state, and local government agencies.

MT APEX Advisors help businesses understand the opportunities, requirements, and processes involved in government contracting—and guide them through this highly specialized marketplace.

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At Big Sky Economic Development, we are a passionate community of individuals who strive to build a vibrant and healthy economy.

Together, we are dedicated to growing and learning, building our community one project at a time.

Who We Are

With nine programs that provide services across the region, we have the opportunity to make a lasting positive economic impact. We offer more than a job, we offer a community, we offer you the space to build a meaningful career.

Our diverse team of experts have a passion for the communities we serve and the way we do business.

Make An Impact

Discover where a career at BSED could take you. From business advising and lending, workforce development, community development, or business expansion, this is an opportunity to help you connect with the Billings community, be part of a high performing team, and create lasting impacts for individuals and the areas we serve.

Just as we develop the community in new and innovative ways, we believe that it’s just as important to support our employees ongoing growth and to empower team members to lean into their areas of expertise and passion. We value the community and encourage active community involvement.

We thrive on ensuring our team has the resources and space to be successful.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Insurance

BSED’s healthcare offerings include the choice between Traditional and High-Deductible health plans, covering a wide range of medical services and prescriptions. Employees will also have access to in-network dental providers.

Life Insurance and Disability

All eligible employees receive employer-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage to help protect our professionals and their families form the financial impact of unforeseen circumstances.

Health Savings Account

Participants in BSED’s High Deductible Health Plan are eligible to establish a Health Savings Account (HSA). HSA contributions provide an opportunity to build a personal fund to pay for current and future qualifying healthcare expenses – completely tax-free.

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

As a BSED Employee, you’ll participate in a retirement plan sponsored by the Montana Public Employees Administration. Employees can elect one of the PERS offered plans, either the Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution plan.

Paid Leave and Holidays

Paid Leave encompasses traditional paid vacation along with paid sick-leave; days vary based on tenure. We provide 11 paid holidays in addition to the PTO offered.