Case Specialist; Part-Time

The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC
) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community, the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!

The Rehabilitation and Programs Division ensures the physical and mental well-being of inmates, delivers educational and vocational opportunities within prisons, and oversees community facilities dedicated to successfully reintegrating offenders into Montana communities. Also, this division delivers trauma-informed support to victims of offenders in the correctional system. Join the team responsible for building better tomorrows today!

The Case Specialist assesses and analyzes offenders to determine the need for program participation. They lead groups to deliver effective, evidence-based programs designed to make a real difference in people's lives.

Monitor progress, revise case plans, and help set realistic goals for each individual.

Keep records up to date and work closely with other staff to share important information about treatment and progress.

Support and motivate individuals to engage in programs that are designed to reduce recidivism and support rehabilitation.

The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• Associates degree in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Psychology, Education, Social Science, Addiction Counseling or a related field.
• 2 years of job-related experience.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis .

• Criminal history check
• Reference checks

The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/ .

Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) - Any person who has
1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution;
2) been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or
3) been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in activity as described in the latter, are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free -The use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.

Applicant Pool Statement :
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment :
This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

$29.55 - 29.55 Hourly Telework Eligibility :
Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Benefits Package Eligibility :
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

1

Regular Schedule :
Part-Time

Standard

Day Job

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Glendive Agency :
Department of Corrections Union :
Montana Federation of Public Employees

Oct 1, 2026, 4:01:27 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) :
Oct 16, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Cover Letter, Resume

Name :
Paula Plattner | Email : paula.plattner | Phone :  Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay tana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

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