Program Specialist 2 (37433)
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Job Location:
Helena, MT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 and Developmental Disabilities Division Prevention Bureau.
This position is located in the Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Division. This position oversees the treatment and recovery activities under the State Opioid Response (SOR) Grant which seeks to increase access to medication-assisted treatment reduce unmet treatment needs and reduce opioid overdose related deaths. This position is responsible for leading the development of evidence-based treatment and recovery support services for both opioid and stimulant use disorders including Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD). This position will coordinate strategic initiatives with service providers communities and technical assistance providers in order to implement programs to fidelity evaluate the impact of programs and support program sustainability.
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.
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
Knowledge of evidence-based programming for substance use disorders.
Knowledge of program development and quality improvement practices.
Knowledge of federal and state laws related to grants and contracts.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including public speaking.
Meet minimum qualifications:
Knowledge of evidence-based programming for substance use disorders.
Knowledge of program development and quality improvement practices.
Knowledge of federal and state laws related to grants and contracts.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including public speaking.
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.
This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
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