Child Support Investigator

Job Title:

Child Support Investigator (05214)

Position :

The Child Support Services Division (CSSD) seeks to diligently pursue and ultimately achieve financial and medical support of children by establishing, enforcing, and increasing public awareness of parental obligations. The Child Support Investigator maintains a complex caseload (up to 500 cases) and provides state‑administered child support services.

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.

Benefits include healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

• Knowledge of investigative principles, due process, administrative and judicial process
• Knowledge of general collections principles and social service programs
• Ability to analyze information, make decisions and solve problems
• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, business administration, public administration, social work, psychology, or related field
• Three years of job‑related experience in child support, general investigative or relevant collections experience
• Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis

Not specified.

Submit the required documents through the State of Montana Careers website. Attach Resume, References, and Cover Letter. Check the "relevant document" box for each attachment.

Hourly: $30.09 (telework eligible)

1

Standard

Day

Yes, 5 % of the time

Missoula;
Agency:
Department of Public Health & Human Services;
Union:
Montana Federation of Public Employees

January 5 2026

January 20 2026

Margaux Lilly – Margaux.

Lilly2 – 406‑444‑3136

Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Background checks performed.

State of Montana is an equal opportunity employer. No discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications.