Administrative Assistant

Job Description - Administrative Assistant 2 (14163) )

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.state careers.mt.gov

This position provides office assistance to the [Enter Town] regional office of the Community Services Bureau, Behavioral Health & Developmental Services Division. The position provides a wide variety of services such as financial record keeping, reception, maintenance of office supplies, creating and maintaining word processing documents and spreadsheets, tracking, processing and recording information, and creating, updating and purging a variety of recordkeeping systems.

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 office administrative processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping and recordkeeping.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three to four years of directly related office experience.
• Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

• Resume
• References

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the 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.

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 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 $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2026.

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

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.

$22.05 - $22.05 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 :
Full-Time

Standard

Day Job

No

Helena

Agency :
Department of Public Health & Human Services

Union :
Montana Federation of Public Employees

Feb 26, 2026, 3:01:24 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) :
Ongoing

Required Application Materials :
Resume, References

Contact Name :
Shandee Cook

Contact Email : shandee.cook2

Contact Phone :

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