Administrative Officer; Montana Highway Patrol

Montana Department of Justice

Administrative Officer – Montana Highway Patrol

Job Overview

The Administrative Officer provides professional administrative services and resource allocation, including budgeting, fiscal management, and other duties that support ongoing Division operations and activities. The Administrative Officer will supervise 2 FTE and will be a key member of the management team. The position will be based in either Helena or Boulder, with regular time spent between both locations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• Five years of experience in agency services or related field.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as an office manager, budget or fiscal manager in a law enforcement environment.
• Self‑motivated with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to make decisions based on costs and benefits.
• Ability to resolve operational issues, elevate matters, recommend solutions, and implement division changes.
• Discretion and judgment in handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Knowledge of business management principles, basic accounting principles, operational and program budgeting, customer service standards, effective business communication, and inventory control.

Special Instructions

Applicants must attach a cover letter and resume at the time of application. The resume should be marked as a “Relevant File.” Failure to attach a resume will result in an incomplete application.

Real  Passport Required

State employees are required to present legally binding photo identification at the time of hire. All positions require a valid REAL  U.S. Passport within 60 days of hire, effective May 3 2025.

Benefits

Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays. Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan.

EEO Statement

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, religious, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.