The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child and Family Services (CFSD).
Under general supervision of the Fiscal Bureau Chief, this position is responsible for ensuring the Division and its contracted providers are in compliance with contract requirements. This includes the coordination and oversight of all Division contracting; supervision of the development of Requests for Proposals; drafting and negotiating contracts with program staff; serving as contact with contracted providers monitoring contract compliance; seeking resolution of non-compliance issues; authorizing contract payments and implementation of sanctions for contract non-compliance. This position utilizes various systems to maintain the Division’s contract and to ensure compliance with State and Agency procurement rules and regulations.
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 Montana's 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) program. In 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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style=%22mso-color-alt:windowtext;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EExtensive knowledge of the theory and principles of government accounting, procurement and contracting.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cp style=%22text-align:justify;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-color-alt:windowtext;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EThorough knowledge of state procurement, risk management and contracting laws and procedures.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list 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New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EExperience with contract management and procurement or related high-level administrative support is preferred.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo1;tab-stops:list 1.0in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cp style=%22text-align:justify;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-color-alt:windowtext;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EOther combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-color-alt:windowtext;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EHow to Apply%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-color-alt:windowtext;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3ETo 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 %22relevant document%22 box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-color-alt:windowtext;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3ECover Letter - %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan data-teams=%22true%22%3EPlease explain how your past work experience and/or education has prepared you for this position.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-color-alt:windowtext;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EResume%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-color-alt:windowtext;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EReferences%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;text-align:justify;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-color-alt:windowtext;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3ESuccessful 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.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;text-align:justify;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;text-align:justify;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAdditional Information%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;text-align:justify;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;text-align:justify;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;%22%3EThis position may be eligible for partial telework%26nbsp;within the state of Montana.%26nbsp;Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;text-align:justify;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin;%22%3EThis position may be eligible for a statutory %241.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2026%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E
*!The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's 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.