Required Education and Experience:
Education and experience equivalent to bachelors degree in business administration Human Resources Public Administration Psychology Communications or a related field.
Six years of progressively responsible human resources management experience.
Four years of progressively responsible supervision or team lead experience.
This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Advanced knowledge of human resources management and public administration.
Knowledge of business management and strategic planning principles.
Strong leadership and change-management skills.
Strong public relations negotiation and customer service skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to function under pressure and manage conflicting points of view.
Ability to demonstrate discretion integrity and fair-mindedness.
Ability to manage multiple sensitive or controversial issues simultaneously.
Required Application Materials:
A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.
Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as Relevant.
If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR representative listed below.
Other Information
The successful candidate must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment.
Drivers record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicants permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201 State Vehicle Use and MDT Policy #6.03.001 State Vehicle Use Policy are conditions of employment.
People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at 406.444.6054.
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes and to achieving an injury-free workplace.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting a People Operations Bureau Chief.
The position is responsible for the strategic design development and integration of programs within the People Operations Bureau including Human Resources Payroll Occupational Safety and the Workforce Planning sections.
In partnership with State Human Resources (State HR) and other state department Human Resource Bureau Chiefs and Managers the position develops and administers Bureau policies standards and program functions to ensure consistency with State and Federal regulations Human Resources standards and State requirements.
The People Operations Bureau Chief reports to the General Operations Program Manager and State HR and directly or indirectly manages a staff of approximately 35 employees.
For a full job description please contact Lisa Coligan at
Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:
Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
Health Dental and Vision Insurance
Access to Montana Health Centers low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Benefits apply on first day of employment
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
For information on the Montana Department of Transportations mission vision and values please visit our website: Experience:
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