RHTP DLI Liaison

State of Montana•Helena, MT

1d•Hybrid

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 Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). This position serves as the primary liaison between the RHTP and the Montana Department of Labor & Industry; coordinates joint efforts to align health care workforce development with statewide labor and economic strategies; facilitates information exchange on training programs, apprenticeships, and labor-market trends; ensures consistency between RHTP objectives and Department of Labor initiatives; represents RHTP in interagency meetings and workgroups; supports data-sharing and joint reporting efforts. Why Join DPHHS Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining the RHTP team, you’ll help shape the future of rural health care in Montana. These positions offer impactful work improving access and equity for rural communities, competitive salaries and benefits (including health coverage, retirement plans, paid leave, and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness), hybrid work options, and opportunities to collaborate statewide.

Requirements

Expertise in health policy, workforce development frameworks, and interagency governance.
Ability to navigate complex policy environments and align multiple workstreams.
Strong skills in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and legislative advocacy.
Bachelor’s degree in public health, workforce development, administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
At least three years of experience in workforce development, program coordination, apprenticeships, or labor market analysis.
Experience collaborating with state agencies or interagency initiatives.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to interpret or work with labor market and program data.

Nice To Haves

Experience with registered apprenticeships, WIOA processes, and Montana workforce systems.
Experience with rural healthcare workforce initiatives.
Experience developing MOUs or data-sharing agreements.
Familiarity with federal and state workforce reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

Serves as the primary liaison between the RHTP and the Montana Department of Labor & Industry
Coordinates joint efforts to align health care workforce development with statewide labor and economic strategies
Facilitates information exchange on training programs, apprenticeships, and labor-market trends
Ensures consistency between RHTP objectives and Department of Labor initiatives
Represents RHTP in interagency meetings and workgroups
Supports data-sharing and joint reporting efforts