Administrative Assistant 2 (14062)

State of Montana • Helena, MT

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Division. The Administrative Support position provides administrative and technical support to approximately 40 employees of the Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Division, including the Division Administrator, three bureau chiefs, contractors, and providers. The position is responsible for the overall day-to-day functioning of the Division. The position is supervised by the Office Manager but may be assigned tasks by all staff members in the Division. 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.

Requirements

• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Professional customer service skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Meet minimum qualifications: High school diploma or GED and four years of directly related work experience.
• Or completion of a two-year Administrative Support/Office Management vocational program or post-secondary curriculum and two years of directly related work experience.
• Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Benefits

• healthcare coverage
• retirement plans
• paid vacation
• sick leave
• holidays
• work/life balance
• eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees