Careers

Namchak is dedicated to sharing the teachings of the Namchak lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. Through meditation, study, retreat, and community, we aim to bring greater happiness and meaning to life—acting as a bridge between ancient wisdom and modern life, from Tibet to the West, and from past generations to future ones, as purely as we can.

The Namchak Foundation promotes the growth, study, and practices of the Namchak lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. We offer a variety of learning opportunities, from in—person teaching and small group learning to online courses and residential retreats at the Namchak Retreat Ranch in Montana. 

In the coming years, our programs will span the full path of practice—from an introductory retreat to the profound teachings of Dzogchen and from short weekend gatherings to the traditional three-year retreat.

The Namchak Retreat Ranch is located on 10,000 acres near Hot Springs, Montana, on the Flathead Indian Reservation. It provides a sustainable and sacred environment where teachers and students can come together for learning, meditation, and practice.

The Namchak Retreat Ranch, which consists of new and future construction, includes several facilities, including student housing, teaching spaces, a dharma-focused public park, and dedicated retreat structures—all designed to minimize visual impact and preserve the natural landscape.

Our staff can be characterized as friendly, hard-working, collaborative, and mission-oriented. We are guided by our core values: compassion, kindness, integrity, inclusiveness, collaboration and teamwork, responsibility, accountability, professionalism, and stewardship.

Namchak’s main office is in Missoula, Montana, home to the University of Montana. Missoula has been listed as one of the greatest places to live in the United States, featuring excellent public and private schools, family-friendly amenities, and a superior quality of life. Nestled in the Northern Rockies of Montana, between Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks, Missoula is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, yet it also comes with many restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries, bookstores, and breweries. It is a place of small-town values and urban amenities.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. We don’t have any current job openings, but we invite you to check back for future opportunities. We appreciate your enthusiasm and hope to connect with you soon.