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Now Hiring-Deputy Clerk of District Court
BEAVERHEAD COUNTY is seeking a full-time Deputy Clerk of District Court. Hours vary according to court calendar and official needs (subject to a 6-month probation period).
Wage: Entry level (DOE).
Key Duties: Performs courtroom and clerical activities; receives, processes, and maintains permanent court documents; prepares court minutes and calendars; acts as receptionist, answers inquiries, and receives money; issues marriage licenses; and becomes certified to process passport applications.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED with secretarial or professional office experience required. Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and court software, strong communication skills, basic financial record-keeping, and unwavering commitment to confidentiality. Must meet physical demands including standing/sitting for long periods, lifting boxes up to 30+ lbs, and safely using a ladder for file storage.
For more information and full job description, please see the Beaverhead County Human Resources Department page
Emergency Temporary Road Closure-Lima Area
Beaverhead County Commissioners have enacted a temporary road closure in the Lima area west of I-15 to ensure public safety. The road closures will remain in effect until the end of the general hunting season. Roads included in the closure include Reeder Rd, Munday Ln, West Rd and Chute Canyon Rd. There is also no parking along the East/West portion of Little Sheep Creek Rd. Please see the attached map for more information.
Now Hiring-Beaverhead County Road Department
Beaverhead County Road Department (Dillon Area) is hiring:
Full-Time Operator –Operates heavy equipment, performs maintenance, repair, and record keeping for roads and bridges maintained by Beaverhead County. Heavy machinery includes (loader 3+ yards, motor patrol, dump truck with trailer, dozer/excavator, distributor, crusher); perform snow removal on a 24/7 winter on-call basis, install/repair culverts, and execute minor shop maintenance/welding.
Requirements: Valid Montana Class A CDL (Type 2) required within six months of hire. Must reside or relocate within 25 road miles of Dillon Area headquarters and maintain a working telephone. Pre-employment drug screening required. High school diploma or equivalent with background in heavy equipment, mechanics, or welding preferred.
Benefits & Union: Health insurance, sick leave (after 3 months), vacation leave (after 6 months, accruing from hire date). Mandatory membership in the International Union of Operating Engineers (I.U.O.E.) within 30 days of employment. 6-month probationary period.
Full job description and application for employment can be found on Beaverhead County Human Resources page. To be considered, applications must be submitted with a resume, and 3 professional references to Theresa Eathorne, Beaverhead County Human Resources, 2 S Pacific St., Ste 9, Dillon, MT 59725 or email teathorne@beaverheadcountymt.gov.
Beaverhead County Proposed Charter Form of Government Information
In November 2026, Beaverhead County residence will have the opportunity to vote on the proposed changes to the Beaverhead County government structure. The options that voters will be asked to consider is to have the government structure remain the same, or move to an alternative charter form of government. Below is the transition advisory plan and detailed description of what the charter form of government would entail should this option be selected by voters.
Public Notice-Landfill Hours
Daylight Savings Time will begin on November 1, 2026
Beginning on that day, the Beaverhead County Landfill
will be Closed on Sundays.
Hours for the Landfill are Monday – Saturday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday-Closed
The Landfill will open again on Sundays when
Daylight Savings Time ends.
The Landfill is closed for all recognized government holidays.
Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway is OPEN as of 09/29/2026
Beaverhead County has lifted the closure on the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway. The Byway now has public access as of 09/29/2026. Hazards still exist in the recent burned areas. For your safety please aware of the following:
- Unstable Dead Trees
- Loose rocks and logs
- Burned stump holes
- Ash and needles on the roads
- Flash flooding and mudflows
Notice of Quorum-Beaverhead County Study Commissioners
The Beaverhead County Study Commission will be in quorum for the purpose of attending the City of Dillon Study Commission Session on September 10th at the Depot Theater from 6:00PM for the duration of the meeting.
Notice Of Finding Of No Significant Impact And Intent To Request Release Of Funds
Notice Of Finding Of No Significant Impact
And
Notice Of Intent To Request Release Of Funds
Date of Notice: June 16, 2026
Name of Responsible Entity (RE): Beaverhead County
Address: 2 South Pacific Street, Suite 4
City, State, Zip Code: Dillon, MT 59725
Telephone Number: (406) 683-3767
These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by Beaverhead County.
Request For Release Of Funds
On or about July 7, 2026, Beaverhead County will submit a request to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of Community Project Funding funds under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024 (Public Law 118-42)(the FY2024 Act), and the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024 (Public Law 118-47)(the Further FY2024 Act), to undertake a project known as Beaverhead County Anderson Lane Bridge Improvements.
The proposed project involves the replacement of the existing Anderson Lane Bridge over the Beaverhead River in Beaverhead County, Montana, including all connected actions that are geographically and functionally integral to the bridge crossing. The project is located along Anderson Lane, a county-maintained gravel roadway that serves residential, agricultural, public land, and recreational users in the Beaverhead Valley.
The project scope consists of the demolition and removal of the existing structurally deficient bridge (constructed in 1924) and construction of a new single-span, precast prestressed concrete bridge. The proposed bridge will have an approximate span of 130 feet and a width of approximately 26 feet, improving load capacity, traffic safety, and hydraulic performance over the existing 100-foot-long, 16-foot-wide structure.
Estimated funding:
- HUD Funding: $1,000,000
- Total Project Cost (HUD and non-HUD funds): $1,879,576
Finding Of No Significant Impact
Beaverhead County has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at https://cpd.hud.gov/cpd-public/environmental-reviews.
Public Comments
Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to Beaverhead County, Attention: Michael McGinley, Commissioner, at mmcginley@beaverheadcountymt.gov or at the address listed above. All comments received by July 6, 2026, will be considered by Beaverhead County prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.
Environmental Certification
Beaverhead County certifies to HUD that Michael McGinleyn, in his capacity as Commissioner, consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows Beaverhead County to use Program funds.
Objections To Release Of Funds
HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and Beaverhead County’s certification for a period of fifteen (15) days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following basis:
- The certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the Beaverhead County;
- The Beaverhead County has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58;
- The grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs, or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds; or
- Another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality.
Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Section 58.76) and shall be addressed to:
HUD Community Project Funding
Email: CPDRROFDEN@hud.gov
Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period.
Certifying Officer:
Michael McGinley, Commissioner
Beaverhead County
Lemhi Pass Rd and the Scenic Byway are Open!
Lemhi Pass Road and Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway are now open!
Winter closure — running December 1 to May 15 — is now over and the road crew has re-opened the roads for the 2026 season.
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