Program Specialist 2 (41003)
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Job Location:
Helena, MT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 fiscal and program management principles.
General knowledge of behavioral health service delivery and reimbursement systems.
Knowledge of program development and quality improvement practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including public speaking.
Meet minimum qualifications:
Bachelors degree in human services public health behavioral health or related fields.
Two years of professional experience in health care public health behavioral health or general program management.
Other equivalent combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual 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.
This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.
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 Treatment Bureau.
This role is responsible for developing implementing and overseeing behavioral health programs and initiatives aimed at reducing reliance on physical health systems state hospitals and local law enforcement. This role manages crisis diversion grant programs that focus on diverting individuals from crisis situations and enhancing system-level support. Responsibilities include the management of contracts and budgets as well as invoice processing policy development and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role will collaborate directly with the contracted technical assistance provider and county and tribal governments. The role will coordinate with the contracted technical assistance (TA) contractor to support local behavioral health and crisis coalitions behavioral health care providers and various statewide partners and stakeholders. This role is also tasked with providing technical assistance to contractors as needed facilitating virtual and in-person meetings and developing performance metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and support data-driven improvements. Regular reporting and strategic policy revisions are essential aspects of the role ensuring that programs align with national standards and effectively address the needs of underserved populations.
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.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
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- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
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