Program Specialist 2 (14081)
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Job Description
To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Division/ Developmental Disabilities Program.
This position assists with State Plan and Medicaid rules systems of care and special projects. Responsibilities include administering and maintaining state plans waiver amendments and administrative rules; adhering to federal and state requirements and reporting; developing and maintaining communication with providers stakeholders other divisions and departments and participating in workgroups; implementing and reviewing quality indicators and completing quality assurance reviews. This position will take on special projects due to the addition of new programs or funding by the Montana Legislature the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) or at the direction of the department. Special project management could include initial research development implementation monitoring and reporting of projects.
Why Join DPHHS
Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health safety well-being and empower independence. By joining our department you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.
The State of Montanas comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage retirement plans paid vacation sick leave and holidays work/life balance and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
Qualifications for this Career Opportunity
- General knowledge of developmental disabilities services systems and community resources.
- General knowledge of fiscal and program management principles.
- General knowledge of service delivery and reimbursement systems.
- Knowledge of research and policy analysis principles.
- Meet minimum qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in human services health administration or a related field.
- Two years of professional experience in health care public health or general program management.
- Experience with Medicaid is preferred.
- Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Bachelors degree in human services health administration or a related field.
How to Apply
To be considered for a DPHHS position submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents you must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.
- Cover Letter
Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.
Additional Information
This position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.
This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
