Qualifications for this Career Opportunity
Knowledge of public health program management principles and practices.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to research develop and implement public health interventions.
Meet minimum qualifications:
Bachelors degree in public administration health education health sciences public health or other behavioral or social science related field.
Two years of job-related public health program or determinants of health experience.
Experience in Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support programs preferred.
Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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.
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 Public Health and Safety Division in Helena.
The Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Bureau works with statewide partners to decrease unhealthy behaviors that lead to chronic disease and injury. Initiatives across the state are streamlined through settings such as school systems worksites healthcare systems and communities. The Program Specialist position develops implements and evaluates education outreach quality improvement and technical assistance functions and provides a range of grant administration contract management and professional support duties for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support addition the position assesses ongoing program activities to identify education and training needs; promotes referrals participation and reimbursement for these services and provides technical support and training to Certified Diabetes Educators to support delivery of the program.
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.
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