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Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | June 17
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: a Web Developer / Systems Analyst for a Bicycle Touring Association and a Director of Facility Operations.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of June 10
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Barry Beach back in prison, New Superintendent for GNP, Missoula's Downtown Bridges, Apartment Fire in East Missoula & more!... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | June 10
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: an Executive Assistant, a Development Director, and Skilled Carpenters and General Laborers.... more
13th Annual Garden City River Rod Run June 28 & 29
The 13th Annual Garden City River Rod Run, slated for Friday and Saturday, June 28 & 29, will feature over 200 classic and hot rod cars and will attract nearly 3,000 spectators to Downtown Missoula.... more
Summer Jobs for Students in Missoula
By CHERY SABOL - School's out for the summer, and the good news according to the Missoula Job Service: there are jobs available for Missoula students. ... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | June 3
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: a sewing operator, medical receptions/office assistants, and a massage therapist.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | May 27
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: An RN Medical Case Manager and a Technician Office Machine Repair Person.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of May 20
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Woman attacked by Moose near Blue Mountain, Snowy Thursday in western Montana, Move over Kmart, make way for Cabela's and Kohl's.... more
City Requires Owners to Leash Dogs Near Grazing Sheep on Open Space
The City’s woolliest employees will be back at work this Sunday helping Missoulians rid the North Hills of noxious weeds. Please help protect the herd from off-leash dogs.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | May 20
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: An Animal Control Program Supervisor and a Tree Climber and Trimmer.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of May 13
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Alleged Drunk Driver Kills One Pedestrian and Injures Another, Wildfire Season is Off to an Early Start, MT Supreme Court Denies Be... more
Severe Storms Forecast For Western Montana This Afternoon and Evening
By PAUL QUENEAU - The National Weather Service just reiterated that this afternoon and evening may be a very bumpy ride in the Missoula area. Expect 50 mph winds, hail, and lots of rain.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | May 13
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: A Dental Assistant, Licensed Journeyman Electrician and a Network Engineer.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of May 6
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: DOJ announces findings, new faces of Missoula County School Board, Janitor at UM shoots himself in the foot, & more.... more
Famous Last Words: ‘We Can’t Afford to Market Our Business’
By MARK RIFFEY - Marketing is steady, don't ever stop kind of work. If you don't have a bunch of cash to invest, here are some frugal yet effective ways to market your new business.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | May 6
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: An Operations Manger and a Case Manager/Project Coordinator.... more
3 Most Important Things for Finding a Job
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - Do you ever wonder what employers are looking for? In my experience at the Missoula Job Service, here are the 3 most important things for finding a job.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of April 29
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: UM Budget Cuts, boaters are able to float the Clark Fork through Milltown Dam site, waiting for DOJ findings, & more.... more
Breaking The Ice
By DILLON TABISH - There’s less than 10 square miles of glacial ice remaining in Glacier National Park, and it’s expected to disappear completely in under 20 years.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 29
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: An Insurance Account Manger and a Manager/Fund Administrator for a charitable non-profit organization.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of April 22
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Senator Baucus Announces Retirement, Special Olympics start on Wednesday in Missoula, Norovirus Outbreak and more.... more
Local Jobs: What are Employers Looking For?
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - As a local job seeker, do you ever wonder what employers are looking for? Here are some of the most important traits that employers are looking for in potential employees:... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 22
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: Laboratory Technicians, a Licensed Journeyman Electrician, Wildland Fire Fighters and a CAD Technician.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of April 15
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Maclay Bridge, two Missoula arsons, Missoula Race to benefit Boston Marathon bombing victims, Montana senators split on gun vote ... more
Is Your Work Important? How About Meaningful?
By MARK RIFFEY - (VIDEO) Why spend your life doing work that doesn't interest or motivate you? Why work at a place that doesn't value what you do?... more
More than 60 Employers Slated for Western Montana Career Fair on April 25
By CHERYL SABOL - Western Montana's largest Career Fair will be held on Thursday April 25th at the Hilton Garden Inn. Employers...it's not too late to sign up. ... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 15
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: a Backend Developer, a House Manager, a Salesperson and Swim Instructors and Lifeguards.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of April 8
By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula. Campus police save man in Clark Fork, Vann's to close store in Missoula and Hamilton, Montana Republicans and Democrats Clash in ... more
Things To Do When You Are Bored at Work That Might Help Your Career
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - Do you ever feel that you have nothing to do at work? Here is a list of things to do that just might help you overcome your boredom and help further your career:... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 8
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Cable Technicians, a Client Services Administrator, and a Part-time Pressman/Presswoman.... more
Why The Tourist Drove Past Your Business
By MARK RIFFEY - No matter how you feel about smartphones, mobile browsing and the always-connected lifestyle, ignoring the business impact of the widespread adoption of these devices is done at your peril.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 1
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Summer Program Counselor and a Director for an educational organization.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of March 25
By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula. Lolo Guest Ranch settles with county, Fund for Missoula College, City moves to end Homelessness, and more.... more
Most Grizzly Bears Still in Their Dens…But Not for Long
By BRUCE AUCHLY - Grizzly bears on the Rocky Mountain Front are still mostly snug in their dens, a state grizzly bear specialist says. But recent warm weather will make them emerge quickly.... more
4 Tips For Getting a Job With A Missoula Non-Profit Agency
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - Finding the right job in the non-profit sector, is fine, but what about those who want to serve their community? Here are some tips for those of you seeking work at a non-profit:... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | March 25
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for Fish Processors and an Adult Education Secretary.... more
PLONK Opens its Doors to the Missoula Community
F.Y.I. - Plonk, a new Missoula cocktail lounge, wine bar and restaurant, will officially open its doors Friday, March 29 in the former Army Navy Store location in downtown Missoula. ... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of March 18
By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula. Pat Williams' Nomination as a Montana Regent, 96th Annual Forester's Ball, Wayfinding Project helps with signage in Missoula and ... more
Montana’s Hibernating Grizzly Bears Will Soon Be Stirring
Adult males usually emerge first from winter dens in mid-March. When bears emerge from their dens they are physically depleted and food is a priority. ... more
Are Experts Cheap or Expensive?
By MARK RIFFEY - What do you sell that most of your customers should buy, but don't? How are you positioning, pricing and selling the things that you KNOW your customers really need?... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | March 18
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a General Office Clerk, a Chemical Plant Operations Customer Service Specialist, and an RV Salesperson.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of March 11
By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula. This week: An MCPS Technology Levy, Griz & Lady Griz Hosting Big Sky Tournaments, Downtown Fight Results in 3 Arrests and more.... more
Volunteering and Hands On learning Opportunities Abound in Missoula
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - Are you looking for ways to break into your dream career? Perhaps you should consider volunteering. Missoula offers a wide variety of hands on learning opportunities.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | March 11
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Casino Manager, a Certified Music Instructor, and a Computer Software Engineer.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of March 4th
By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula. This week: Policeman accuses superior of sexual harassment, 11 year old surprises burglar in her home, upswing in Missoula econom... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | March 4
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's job listings are for a Customer Service Specialist, a Development Coordinator, and an entry level Counselor I.... more
2013 Tourism Outlook is Bright for Western Montana
By Justin Franz - More tourists are coming to Montana and spending more money, according to 2012 data and 2013 is looking even better.... more
City of Missoula Wants You to Report Potholes
The City of Missoula’s asphalt recycler has produced 507 tons of hot-mix asphalt for patching potholes since our crews first fired it up in February 2012. What that means is • Street Maintenance Division... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of Feb. 25th
By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula. This week: the Jordan Johnson trial, comments by MCPS School Superintendent Alex Apostle regarding his pay raise, & a possible do... more
5 tips For Finding Meaning and Happiness at Work
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - While employment doesn’t necessarily mean fulfillment every minute, here are 5 tips that might help you find joy and happiness in your job. ... more