Fraud Prevention Specialist (00261)

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 Fraud Prevention Specialist serves in a highly organized and analytical position on the team. They play a key role in providing comprehensive administrative support and ensuring the seamless functioning of office operations. This position demands exceptional communication skills a keen eye for detail and the ability to efficiently handle multiple addition to general administrative and quality assurance duties they oversee the Fraud Prevention program and maintain the integrity of vital records including birth death fetal death marriage divorce and Induced Termination of Pregnancy (ITOP) reports. This position creates and registers home birth and delayed birth certificates. They provide critical record services and statistical data to various federal state and county government agencies utilizing the States designated database management system and catering to the needs of diverse data users.

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 data management and data entry applications.

• Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

• Meet minimum qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • One year of relevant experience.

  • Other combinations of education and experience may be substituted.

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 a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1 2026.