Montana Department of Agriculture Director Christy Clark to serve as FWP Director

HELENA, MT - Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the appointment of Christy Clark as Director of the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (FWP).

“Christy Clark is a strong leader with the skills needed to lead the agency tasked with protecting Montana’s cherished recreational opportunities and public access to public lands,” Gov. Gianforte said. “With her record of leadership, I am confident in her as she takes on this new role at FWP. I appreciate her willingness to serve in this new capacity after her successful tenure at MDA.”

Clark currently serves as the director of the Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA). MDA Deputy Director Zach Coccoli will serve as MDA’s interim director.

“After spending more than 20 years ranching and raising kids, my passion for advocating for agriculture brought me to the Montana Department of Agriculture where it has been an honor to serve Montana and its producers as Director,” said Director Clark. “I’m equally passionate about our state’s hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreational opportunities, which truly make Montana, Montana. I’m grateful to Governor Gianforte for this opportunity to continue serving the people of Montana.”

Clark previously served the Department of Agriculture in various roles, including deputy director, agricultural sciences administrator, and agricultural development and marketing bureau chief. Clark is also a previous member of the Montana House of Representatives. She raised three children with her husband on their family ranch.

A headshot of Christy Clark may be downloaded here.