Job Description

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Disability Employment and Transitions Division.Vocational Rehabilitation and Blind Services (VRBS) is a program within the Disability Employment and Transitions Division (DETD), governed by the Department of Public Health and Human Services. This position supervises at least 2 Administrative Assistants who coordinate the scheduling of VRBS applications and appointments in the local VRBS office. Responsibilities include 1) Working with the VRBS Executive Leadership team in policy and procedure development and implementation 2) Providing technical assistance and training to statewide VRBS administrative support professionals; 3) Creating, proofreading, and editing documents; 4) Leading Administrative Professional Team meetings; and 5) Developing VRBS procedures.Additionally, this position performs duties relating to fiscal management of obligations and payments to Community Rehabilitation Providers (CRPs), colleges and universities, medical providers, and others. Responsibilities include 1) Managing and directing public and medical community relations for VRBS to promote the timely receipt of quality medical evidence required for program eligibility; 2) Maintaining business relationships with a statewide network of CRP\xe2\x80\x99s, community agencies and vendors, in-state and out of state educational training programs; 3) Entering and verifying data, generating reports, and notifying staff of fiscal and case management deadlines; and 4) Assuring encumbrances, payments, and purchases are made in accordance with policy, procedure, general accounting principles, and audit requirements.Why Join DPHHSOur mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to 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.QualificationsQualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Knowledge of administrative support and office management practices and techniques for establishing and assigning work, and supervision of staff.
• Leadership skills to provide clear directions, technical assistance, and guidance.
• Ability to be flexible and balance between literal adherence to rules and the use of policies as a guide. Does not look to protect the rule, but rather uses the rule to increase engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Meet minimum qualifications:

• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• Two years of administrative assistance or office support experience.
• Two years of supervision experience.

How to ApplyTo 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 "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

• Cover Letter \xe2\x80\x93 Please describe your experience working with people who live with disabilities.
• Resume \xe2\x80\x93 Please include dates of employment with your supervisor\xe2\x80\x99s name and phone number for each position.

Successful 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.Additional InformationThis position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.50 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024.This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. The first screening of candidates will take place on June 14, 2024.

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