Shift Safety Supervisor

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as a Shift Safety Supervisor at Montana State Hospital.

The Shift Safety Supervisor is responsible for maintaining the overall safety and security of staff and patients at the Forensic Mental Health Facility (FMHF) in Galen. This position supervises and coordinates the work of Forensic Mental Health Technicians to ensure adherence to established safety and security standards, policies, and procedures while assisting patients.

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.

• Knowledge of relevant equipment and strategies to promote effective safety and security operations in a secure facility.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of security techniques.
• Ability to conduct effective training in‑services.
• Ability to write comprehensive reports and summary of events.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Ability to analyze and communicate processes and situations to others.
• Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential information and follow policy and procedure.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, safety, criminal justice, mental health, education, communication, emergency management, healthcare or related field preferred.
• Two‑years related experience where security functions played a critical role in performing job duties.
• Two‑years supervisory experience preferred.
• Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

To 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.

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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.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.