Special Education Parent Liaison

Special Education Parent Liaison

Position Title:

Special Education Parent Liaison

This first review of applications will be July 30, 2026. Please submit the following required documents on the State of Montana Careers website:
Resume - Please include dates of employment and your supervisor's name/phone number for each position. For a complete job description, please email opi.careers. To be considered for this position, you must reside in Montana.

Why you would enjoy working here;
Office of Public Instruction employees are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to leading and supporting our education system. We house a diverse collection of experiences with the 200+ unique individuals we employ. Our specialists further OPI's purpose with applicable knowledge in education, health, research and analysis, nutrition, finance, administration, human resources, licensing and regulation, information technology, and many others.

We are proud to serve 149,000+ students pre-K to grade 12, their parents and guardians, 400+ school districts, 16,000+ educational professionals, and 3,000+ adult learners.

Benefits of working for OPI:
Work/life balance, family friendly, dedicated and caring colleagues, health coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays (combination of up to 38 per year), opportunities and room for professional growth, public service loan forgiveness.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors):
Knowledge of IDEA and special education processes (e.g., IEPs, evaluations, eligibility, discipline, transition); strong analytical and organizational skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills; analyzes, interprets and summarizes information accurately and clearly; strong operational, project, and time management skills; ability to multi-task, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines while demonstrating accuracy, attention to detail, perseverance; demonstrated ability to handle sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality;

ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines; ability to work collaboratively to complete with a team to complex processes; ability to effectively present technical and complex information to various audiences; proficiency in developing written materials with detail and accuracy; treating co-workers, supervisor and others with respect; respectfully works as a team member effectively, resolving conflicts effectively, seeking improvement in oneself and profession, and accepting changes as expectations, duties, and work directions evolve;

and effectively establish and maintain professional interactions and communications with OPI staff, parents, school district staff, state and federal agencies and other stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience ):
Bachelor's degree. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in special education, or related work. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in special education. Familiarity with IDEA and Administrative Rules of Montana (ARM) related to special education. Experience with special education transitions – Part C to B and post-secondary.

Does this sound like you? Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume online, including any veterans or disability preference documentation. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. OPI is an equal opportunity employer.

Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This position is in the TRS retirement system.

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.

Salary: $ Hourly

Telework Eligibility:
Not Telework Eligible

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

Number of Openings: 1

Employee Status:
Regular

Schedule:

Full-Time

Job Type: Standard

Shift: Day Job

Travel:
Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary

Location:

Helena

Agency:
Office of Public Instruction

Union:
Montana Federation of Public Employees

Contact Name:
Human Resources | Contact Email: opi.careers | Contact Phone: