Administrative Assistant 2

State of Montana•Bozeman, MT

About The Position

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov. The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child & Family Services Division. Are you detail-oriented, organized, and interested in supporting work that makes a real difference for children and families? This position provides essential clerical and administrative support to Child and Family Services social workers who serve Montana’s foster care, child protection, and licensing programs. In this role, you will help ensure accurate records, effective communication, and smooth daily operations that allow social workers to focus on protecting and supporting children. Your contributions directly support the well-being of Montana families. Why Join DPHHS The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is committed to serving Montanans in their communities by improving health, safety, and well-being while empowering independence. By joining DPHHS, you will contribute to meaningful public service work that has a direct impact on children, families, and communities across the state. DPHHS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Health care coverage Retirement plans Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Work/life balance Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program As the largest state agency in Montana, DPHHS also provides a wide range of opportunities for career growth and advancement, whether you are entering the workforce or bringing years of experience.

Requirements

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Ability to operate a personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including using spreadsheet, word processing, database, email, internet and other computer programs.
High school diploma or its equivalent
Two years of job-related work experience in administrative support, receptionist or other related areas.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the social services systems related to child protection issues.

Responsibilities

Preparing and typing correspondence, forms, and other documents
Maintaining and updating foster care and other child-related records
Assisting staff with maintaining accurate demographic and case-related information