An Introduction
Joe Hancock was raised outside Big Timber by his ranch-hand father. He joined the U.S. Air Force at nineteen and served honorably for over five years.
After being discharged in 2008, Joe moved to Gallatin County to attend college.
He received a bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering Technology in May 2015. He then spent the next 7 years working overnights in retail and hospitality, earning a second bachelor’s degree in Political Science in May 2020. In 2022, Joe moved to the day shift as a staffer for Montana State University where he works today. In May 2025, he finished his third and final bachelor’s degree in Economics.
Joe’s true vocation is public service. He is currently the president of the MSU chapter of his union, MFPE Local #8521, and a member of American Legion Post #30.
After years of experiencing the changes that have come to the state, Joe is working hard to apply the many lessons he’s learned from childhood, the military, college, and beyond to make a difference for everyday Montanans.