Compliance Specialist 2

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 Operations Service / Office of Internal Control & Compliance.

The Office of Internal Controls & Compliance focuses on providing management with independent objective assurance designed to add value and improve the effectiveness of the department operations processes and internal controls. Compliance Specialists evaluate test and monitor federal program compliance requirements and internal controls. They prepare reports and communicate testing results and findings to management and applicable program staff throughout the department. The Compliance Specialists follow-up on Corrective Action Plans and findings to ensure corrections are made and/or to assist in determining corrective action. The Specialists evaluate monitor and work to improve the effectiveness of risk management compliance and governance processes across DPHHS. The position makes recommendations to management for process improvements.

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) 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.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Knowledge of federal laws and regulations including uniform guidance

• Knowledge of Single Audits and SOC Reports.

• Knowledge of analytical procedures in evaluating transactions.

• Ability to test and evaluate internal controls and account balances

• Ability to create testing worksheets and compile data

• Ability to test and evaluate compliance with federal regulations and state laws

• Meet minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelors in accounting finance business administration or related field

  • 2 years of directly related experience

  • Alternative combinations of related education or experience may be considered. Such as a related associates degree and 3 years of related experience; OR 5 years of related experience.

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

• Resume

• References

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 may be eligible for a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1 2026.