Child Protection Services Program Manager

Oct 1, 2026

CHILD PROTECTION SERVICES PROGRAM MANAGER

ONE (1) CONTRACT POSITION

DEPT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT(DHRD)

SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION

The successful applicant must possess a BA in Social Work, Sociology, or Psychology. This position is a testing designated position (TDP). This position is a mandatory reporter of child abuse and neglect situation.

Must not have had a conviction of driving under the influence of substances or per se within the last three (3) years. This position is subject to a background check in accordance with Public Law 101-630, 25

USC Section 3201 and Public Law 101-647, 42

USC Section 13031, 2006 Adam Walsh Child and Protection Safety Act, Preventing Sex Trafficking and Strengthening Families Act, enacted on September
29, 2014. The background check also includes CPS checks and driving record checks. Must pass background investigation if hired. Must have never been convicted of/or pled guilty to a crime of domestic violence, child abuse, sexual offense or crime of violence (felony). Must not have resigned to avoid disciplinary actions or have been dismissed from employment within the past three (3) years.

Must possess a valid Montana driver's license and maintain liability insurance. No involvement with any child or social service protection agency as a client, no alcohol or drug abuse charges or domestic violence charges within the past five (5) years mandatory. All applicants must submit a Tribal employment application, a copy of relevant academic transcripts, & training certificates, and a copy of a current valid Driver’s License.

Any enrollment in a federally recognized Tribe must be submitted, if applicable. If you claimed Veteran’s 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 COPIES OF THE ABOVE DOCUMENTATION MAY RESULT IN THE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR APPLICATION FROM 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 complete Background Investigation is required before your placement in this position. The successful applicant, if not currently employed by the Tribes, must complete & pass a pre-hire drug screen and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period.

The pay rate is $25.46-$29.27 per hour, including benefits.

Closing date will be Monday, October 12, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER