Child Protection Specialist

child protection specialist(one or more contract positions)

the successful applicant must possess a bachelors degree in social work, human services, psychology, sociology, or related field, or equivalent of 4 years of experience in case management services for vulnerable populations. This position is a testing designated position (tdp) under the terms and conditions of the cskt drug-testing program and implementation rules. Employees will be subject to random (drug/alcohol) testing.

Must pass a background investigation if hired, subject to a background check in accordance with public law 101-630, 25usc section 3201, and public law 101-647, 42 usc section 1331. Must never have had a cps substantiation nor been convicted of or pleaded guilty to a felony crime of domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse, sexual offense, or crime of violence.

Must not have any involvement with a child or social service protection agency as a perpetrator, no alcohol, drug abuse or domestic violence charges within the past five years. Must not have resigned to avoid disciplinary action or have been dismissed from employment within the past 3 years. Must possess a valid montana drivers license. Will participate in on-call duties on a rotating schedule and maintain and participate in other duties as assigned.

The position is a mandatory reporter of child abuse/neglect. All applicants must submit a tribal employment application, a copy of relevant academic transcripts, & training certificates, and a copy of a current, valid drivers license. Any enrollment in a federally recognized tribe must be submitted. Enrolled cskt members, please submit a copy of your tribal identification card. First generation descendants, please submit evidence (may be obtained by the enrollment department).

Members of another federally recognized tribe, please submit a copy of your tribal identification card. If you are not an enrolled tribal member, documentation is not needed. If you claimed veterans preference, a copy of the dd214 form must be submitted. You may submit letters of reference, a cover letter, and/or a resume to complement the application packet. Failure to submit verification of the qualifying information may result in the disqualification of your application packet during the screening process.

This position is a testing designated position (tdp) within the definition of the cskt drug testing policy. A favorable determination resulting from a completed background investigation is required before your placement in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the tribes, must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary range is $20.75 to $23.85 per hour, including benefits.

The closing date is monday, august 17, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. Cskt is a tribal member preference employer.