ITAM Program Specialist

What are we looking for

Education and Experience:

• An Associates degreein Business or a related field; AND
• One (1) year of experience as a Business Analyst or in Project Management at the enterprise level.
• Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Competencies:

Knowledge:

• Understanding of IT asset lifecycle management across hardware and software environments.
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn and independently use IT asset management tools (e.g. ServiceNow).
• Foundational knowledge of HAM/SAM practices including asset tracking compliance and lifecycle controls.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to collect synthesize and present asset data for strategic use.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to create clear detailed process documentation and workflow diagrams.
• Skilled in relationship building and cross-functional collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Basic workstation imaging software deployment and license management skills.

Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to advance program goals.
• Ability to anticipate needs identify gaps and propose practical solutions aligned with business and IT objectives.
• Ability to lead or participate in process improvement initiatives training and stakeholder outreach including translating complex workflows into standardized repeatable processes.

Does this sound like you

Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume and cover letter. (Please Note: You do not need to complete the work experience or the education & certifications portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)

What can you expect from us in return for your hard work

Ø Look here to see the additional benefits! They include:

o Work/life Balance

o Health Coverage

o Retirement plans

o Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays

o And more

Ø Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Other important information to be aware of.

• This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.

• Only online applications are accepted. By applying online you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

• This position is funded through June 30 2027 with the intention to seek additional funding.

• The Department of Administration participates in E-Verify to confirm employment accepting a job offer and completing form I-9 your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for more information about E-Verify please visit the E-Verify website found here live in Helena Montana

  • Helena is surrounded by rolling hills and lofty mountains and is tucked below the Continental Divide.

  • It is a relatively quiet place to call home where small-town living collides with outdoor adventure.

  • Helena has a rich history and was originally founded as a gold camp during the Montana gold rush.

  • Learn more about moving to and/or living in Helena Montana here.

  Why should you keep reading and consider working here

  We know you have other work options but we ask you to consider working with us at the State of Montana Department of Administration in the State Information Technology Services Division (SITSD). Our mission is to provide shared IT services to support the needs of the state and citizens of Montana. We offer an innovative and collaborative work environment where employees are valued and addition our employees have the opportunityto be involved insome of the most exciting and innovative ITprojects and initiatives in developmentwithin Montana state government.(You can learn more about SITSD here.)

  What is this career opportunity

  We are seeking a detail-oriented collaborative IT Asset Management (ITAM) Program Specialist with strong technical skills who can quickly learn IT concepts and apply them independently in a fast-paced technology-driven environment to build the enterprise-wide ITAM program. This role bridges hands-on technical knowledge with strategic coordination helping to design document and mature asset lifecycle practices across hardware and software. The specialist will work alongside IT leadership to ensure asset data accuracy policy compliance and efficient onboarding/offboarding processes while following established SAM and HAM workflows and contributing to clear detailed process documentation. Success in this role requires learning technical skills (such as computer imaging) quickly adapting to new systems translating operational workflows into standardized repeatable processes and collaborating effectively with stakeholders and partner agencies while maintaining a continuous-improvement mindset in SAM/HAM and IT operations.

  Responsibilities include:

  • Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of IT hardware and software assets using HAM/SAM tools including independently executing and adhering to established asset management workflows.

  • Ensure real-time inventory accuracy and data quality to support compliance and reporting.

  • Develop policies and assist in shaping ITAM governance and operational procedures.

  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to align ITAM strategy with business goals while translating business requirements into clearly defined asset management processes.

  • Support new employee onboarding through workstation setup including imaging computers and IT orientation.

  • Manage secure offboarding processes including asset recovery and credential deactivation.

  • Contribute to audits procurement planning and change management initiatives.

  • Deliver metrics reporting and actionable insights to IT leadership to guide strategic decisions.

  • Take ownership of ITAM process documentation and continuous improvement initiatives.

  Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
  
  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.