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Join the Montana Department of Corrections team!
The Adult Basic Education Teacher prepares classrooms, instructional materials, and teaches Adult Basic Education courses at Montana State Prison, including life skills classes and cell study. This position teaches and supervises adult male inmate students in classroom settings and housing units, working with individuals and groups using competency based instructional methods. Lessons are adapted to changes in class size and student abilities, strengths, and learning needs. The ABE Teacher advises students on available educational courses and programs and implements learning activities aligned with the assigned curriculum and state standards, while working individually with students to challenge them and support academic growth.
The ABE Teacher assesses student progress by grading assignments, papers, exams, and other coursework and performs all duties in a safe and professional manner in compliance with policies and procedures of the Department of Corrections, Office of Public Instruction, and Montana State Prison. This position requires participation in ongoing professional education and training to maintain licensure and current teaching practices and collaboration with other professionals to develop additional instructional activities and support student learning, along with performing related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- Bachelor’s degree in education
- Must be a State of Montana certified secondary teacher
- Two years of job related experience preferred
- Experience in a correctional environment is highly desired
Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a “Relevant File”. In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.
Successful applicants will be subject to:
- Criminal history check
- Child/patient/offender abuse registries
- Reference checks
The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Questions? Email or call
This is a staff Attorney position that gives the successful candidate the opportunity to serve a vital role in carrying out the important work and mission of the Montana Department of Corrections. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to experience the wide array of policy and legal topics that impact the Department’s day-to-day operations. This includes, but is not limited to, constitutional, labor, tort, contract, and administrative law.
Competencies:
Knowledge of or ability to learn:
- Correctional policies, programming, and rules;
- Constitutional, administrative, public safety, healthcare, contracts, employment, data privacy, and Montana public records laws;
- Present in front of large groups and over electronic platforms to deliver legal presentations and trainings;
- Draft and/or amend administrative policies and procedures; and
- Courtroom practices and procedures.
Ability to:
- Draft policies and procedures, rules, pleadings, motions, briefs, memorandums, and opinions; conduct discovery; prepare witnesses; initiated and conduct settlement negotiations; and present cases in state and federal court;
- Adapt and operate in a dynamic and technical legal environment;
- Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines with limited oversight;
- Exercise sound legal judgment in the analysis, review, and handling of assigned work and cases from start to finish;
- Respond to work collaboratively with others, including outside counsel, county attorneys, defense attorneys, other agencies, and judges concerning the application and interpretation of statutes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
- Communicate orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
The majority of work is located in Helena and Deer Lodge.
The hourly rate of this position will increase by $1.00 per hour or 2.5%, whichever is greater, effective July 1, 2026, in accordance with HB13.
QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
- Two years of legal work preferred
- Must be admitted to practice law in Montana and federal district courts
Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a “Relevant File”. In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.
Successful applicants will be subject to:
- Criminal history check
- Child/patient/offender abuse registries
- Reference checks
The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Questions? Email or call
CLINICAL THERAPIST
MONTANA STATE PRISON
DEER LODGE, MT
As a Clinical Therapist working within a secure prison, you will play a pivotal role in addressing the complex mental health and behavioral needs of an incarcerated population. Your work will directly support institutional safety by reducing crisis incidents, improving emotional regulation, and fostering pro-social behavior among residents.
Through the delivery of evidence-based and trauma-informed therapeutic services, you will help individuals confront the underlying factors contributing to criminal behavior, including trauma, substance use, and chronic mental illness. Your interventions will promote accountability, enhance coping skills, and support long-term behavior change within a highly structured environment.
Operating as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside security staff, medical providers, and case managers, you will help create a safer and more rehabilitative facility culture. Your ability to balance clinical care with security protocols, maintain strong professional boundaries, and build trust in a correctional setting will be essential to your success.
The impact of your work extends beyond the facility walls. By preparing individuals for eventual reentry, you will help reduce recidivism, strengthen community outcomes, and contribute to the long-term safety and well-being of communities across Montana.
QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- Master’s degree in social work, psychology or counseling
- Must be licensed or able to be licensed as a LCSW or LCPC by the State of Montana.
- A person with a candidates license must be fully licensed within one year of hire date.
- Those with candidacy licenses are encouraged to apply.
Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a “Relevant File”. In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.
Successful applicants will be subject to:
- Criminal history check
- Child/patient/offender abuse registries
- Reference checks
- Medicaid Fraud Background Check
The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Questions? Email or call
COLLECTIONS TECHNICIAN
DIRECTOR’S OFFICE
HELENA, MT
The Collections Technician plays a vital role in ensuring felony offender restitution is accurately collected and distributed for the State of Montana. This position serves as the Department of Corrections’ liaison to courts, State and Federal Probation and Parole Officers, government officials, and victims of crime—building strong relationships to keep the restitution process efficient, compliant, and transparent. The technician interprets court orders, responds to inquiries from victims and offenders, and provides account status updates to justice partners and internal staff.
In addition, the Collections Technician manages detailed financial tasks including accounts payable, accounts receivable, deposits, and reconciliation within the Department’s restitution system. Success in this role requires precise attention to detail, strong technical accounting skills, and a solid understanding of State and Federal laws and policies governing restitution. This position directly supports victims’ rights and contributes to the integrity of Montana’s correctional system.
QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- High School Diploma
- One year of job-related experience or education in accounting, financial transactions, or bookkeeping
Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a “Relevant File”. In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.
Successful applicants will be subject to:
- Criminal history check
- Child/patient/offender abuse registries
- Reference checks
Effective March 16, 2026, this agency participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Questions? Email or call
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
MONTANA STATE PRISON
DEER LODGE, MT
The Correctional Officer is responsible for the overall safety and security of inmates, staff and visitors of Montana State Prison and Montana Correctional Enterprises. Correctional Officers help ensure the institution is operated for the safety of the public, as well as the incarceration, treatment and rehabilitation of the inmate population.
- Supervise adult male felons while in the custody of Montana State Prison, on or off property. Correctional Officers are responsible for a wide variety of security duties relative to the safe, orderly and cost effective operation grounds, performing on including, but not limited to, conducting thorough inspections and searches of inmates, buildings and grounds, performing security observation, preparing documentation regarding institutional matters such as incident reports, disciplinary documentation, counts and logs, operating security equipment, recognizing critical behavior, restraining and controlling offenders, and responding to emergencies.
- Enforce and follow rules and regulations including but not limited to written and/or oral directives, post orders, and special instructions in addition to policies and procedures which dictate daily, routine and emergency procedures.
- Serve as a member of the Unit Management Team to oversee all aspects of the basic needs and welfare of adult male felons in the custody of Montana State Prison, on or off property. Participate in case management and classification procedures.
- Provide intervention for adult male felons in the custody of Montana State Prison by facilitating and/or overseeing counseling, medical care, first aide, clothing & laundry, janitorial and housekeeping supplies, transportation of inmates, meals, movement, jobs and other services as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- High school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license are required.
- A background check including criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries will be required prior to being hired.
- A background authorization form and pre-interview questionnaire must be completed prior to interviewing for position.
- Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Minimum Physical/Mental Requirements
- Regular exposure to temperature extremes.
- Ability to climb and descend multiple stairs and ladders, work at heights up to 50 ft for long periods of time.
- Lifting, pushing, pulling, or dragging heavy furniture, equipment or people up to 30 pounds alone, and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
- Climbing and crawling
- Visual acuity, attention to detail, must remain alert and ready to react throughout the entire shift.
- Remaining on feet for long periods of time, walking on hard surfaces.
- Sitting for long periods of time.
- Ability to respond to verbal communication, alarms, telephones, and radio communication equipment.
- Respond in the event of an emergency, which may include working long hours, mandatory overtimes, reporting to work prior to the start of the shift or staying after the shift normally ends.
- Stressful working conditions.
- Ability to exert physical force and the use of weapons or restraints, including handcuffs or other physical restraints, firearms, and self-defense techniques.
- Must be physically and legally able to drive a vehicle.
- Must be able to learn proper firearm handling.
PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER INFORMATION
This position requires POST Basic Certification after attending training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy and successfully completing one year of employment with the Department of Corrections. In addition to the training and experience requirements, to be POST Certified, the successful candidate(s) must:
- Be a citizen of the United States of America;
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Be fingerprinted for a criminal history search;
- Not have been convicted of a crime for which s/he could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary;
- Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background screen;
- Be a high school graduate or issued a GED or its equivalent; AND,
- Possess or be eligible for a valid Montana driver’s license.
BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a “Relevant File”. In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.
Successful applicants will be subject to:
- Criminal history check
- Child/patient/offender abuse registries
- Reference checks
The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Questions? Email or call
CORRECTIONAL SERGEANT
FLATHEAD VALLEY REENTRY CENTER
KALISPELL MT
As a Correctional Sergeant at the Flathead Valley Re‑Entry Center, you will play a vital part in maintaining the safety, security, and integrity of a facility dedicated to helping individuals successfully return to the community.
In this role, you will oversee daily security operations, guide and support security staff, and ensure the facility functions smoothly and responsibly. The Sergeant is entrusted with protecting the public, upholding secure practices, and supporting treatment and rehabilitation efforts for the offender population. This position blends hands‑on security work with key administrative responsibilities—offering both challenge and purpose every single day.
If you’re a steady leader who thrives in a mission‑driven environment focused on accountability, transformation, and community safety, this is your opportunity to make an impact.
QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- High School diploma.
- Successful completion of Corrections & Detention Officer Basic Training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy within the first year of employment.
- Two years security-related experience.
- One year of supervisory experience.
- Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.
- A training assignment may be considered based on facility needs.
- Must pass a background and fingerprint check.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Successful completion of on-the-job training is required.
- Skills in the use of modern security equipment, de-escalating volatile situations, and interacting with offenders effectively are desired.
Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER
This position requires POST Basic Certification after attending training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy and successfully completing one year of employment with the Department of Corrections. In addition to the training and experience requirements, to be POST Certified, the successful candidate(s) must:
- Be a citizen of the United States of America.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Be fingerprinted for a criminal history search.
- Not been convicted of a crime for which could have led to being imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary.
- Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background screen.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Possess or be eligible for a valid Montana driver’s license.
BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a “Relevant File”. In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.
Successful applicants will be subject to:
- Criminal history check
- Child/patient/offender abuse registries
- Reference checks
The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Questions? Email or call
PROBATION & PAROLE OFFICER
PROBATION & PAROLE
LIVINGSTON, MT
The Probation and Parole Officer position, guided by the Department of Corrections (DOC) mission, plays a central role in managing the correctional population, promoting public safety and encouraging offenders to make positive life changing decisions for their future.
- The officer cooperates with, and solicits information from, the public and criminal justice system and supervises and counsels 80-100 offenders.
- Must have skills and abilities to equally balance social work and law enforcement duties.
- The officer conducts pre-sentence investigations and makes placement recommendations concerning those offenders sentenced to DOC. These investigations are completed with cooperation from other criminal justices’ agencies and by using investigative skills; knowledge of laws, rules and regulations pertaining to probation, parole, incarceration, rehabilitation and treatment programs, as well as knowledge of behavioral science.
- The officer then makes recommendations for rehabilitation, treatment plans, conditions of probation, the need for incarceration, and appropriate level (i.e. local jail or Montana State Prison) to the District Court and Parole Board through a written pre-sentence investigation report.
- Officers refer offenders to appropriate resources or programs using departments supervision standards, a risk and needs assessment as well as knowledge of state and community resources and monitors the progress of the client for compliance.
- Officers investigate alleged violations of probation or parole using knowledge of policies & procedures pertaining to violations, search warrants & investigations.
- Officers arrest and detain violators and testify in district court and information hearings relative to sentencing or revocation of client’s probation or parole status.
- Officers are trained to handle situations if probation & parole offenders or inmates become hostile & pose a physical threat. This requires the use of Oleoresin Capsicum “O.C. Spray” and firearms and carrying handcuffs.
- Work is of the nature that Officers may work varying schedules to include nights and week-end hours and that the Officer may be called back to work at any hour of the day or night and be available 24/7 when called upon to assist any Department of Corrections Facility or Law Enforcement Agency. The Officer needs to physically make an arrest, defend selves, in high-risk volatile scenarios in and away from the office.
- Travel for job may be required up to 10% of the time in addition to travel for training.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Probation and parole officers must have at least a college degree in a related field such as criminology, psychology, social work, sociology, or guidance and counseling and some formal training in behavioral sciences.
- Exceptions to this rule must be approved by the department. Related work experience in the areas listed in subsection (1)(b) may be substituted for educational requirements at the rate of 1 year of experience for 9 months formal education if approved by the department. All present employees are exempt from this requirement but are encouraged to further their education at the earliest opportunity. (b) Work experience that may be substituted for the educational requirements in subsection (1)(a) includes experience in the areas of corrections/detention, criminology, education, medicine, psychiatry, psychology, law, law enforcement, social work, sociology, psychiatric nursing, or guidance and counseling.
PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER INFORMATION
This position requires POST Basic Certification after attending training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy and successfully completing one year of employment with the Department of Corrections. In addition to the training and experience requirements, to be POST Certified, the successful candidate(s) must:
- Be a citizen of the United States of America;
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Be fingerprinted for a criminal history search;
- Not have been convicted of a crime for which s/he could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary;
- Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background screen;
- Be a high school graduate or issued a GED or its equivalent; AND,
- Possess or be eligible for a valid Montana driver’s license.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- State of Montana Application
Applications missing required documentation will not be considered.
Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process, please make sure all attachments are marked as RELEVANT
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Background screens which may include criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, and reference checks will be conducted for this position.
BENEFITS
- Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
- State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Questions? Email or call
PROBATION & PAROLE OFFICER
PROBATION & PAROLE
CUT BANK, MT
The Probation and Parole Officer position, guided by the Department of Corrections (DOC) mission, plays a central role in managing the correctional population, promoting public safety and encouraging offenders to make positive life changing decisions for their future.
- The officer cooperates with, and solicits information from, the public and criminal justice system and supervises and counsels 80-100 offenders.
- Must have skills and abilities to equally balance social work and law enforcement duties.
- The officer conducts pre-sentence investigations and makes placement recommendations concerning those offenders sentenced to DOC. These investigations are completed with cooperation from other criminal justices’ agencies and by using investigative skills; knowledge of laws, rules and regulations pertaining to probation, parole, incarceration, rehabilitation and treatment programs, as well as knowledge of behavioral science.
- The officer then makes recommendations for rehabilitation, treatment plans, conditions of probation, the need for incarceration, and appropriate level (i.e. local jail or Montana State Prison) to the District Court and Parole Board through a written pre-sentence investigation report.
- Officers refer offenders to appropriate resources or programs using departments supervision standards, a risk and needs assessment as well as knowledge of state and community resources and monitors the progress of the client for compliance.
- Officers investigate alleged violations of probation or parole using knowledge of policies & procedures pertaining to violations, search warrants & investigations.
- Officers arrest and detain violators and testify in district court and information hearings relative to sentencing or revocation of client’s probation or parole status.
- Officers are trained to handle situations if probation & parole offenders or inmates become hostile & pose a physical threat. This requires the use of Oleoresin Capsicum “O.C. Spray” and firearms and carrying handcuffs.
- Work is of the nature that Officers may work varying schedules to include nights and week-end hours and that the Officer may be called back to work at any hour of the day or night and be available 24/7 when called upon to assist any Department of Corrections Facility or Law Enforcement Agency. The Officer needs to physically make an arrest, defend selves, in high-risk volatile scenarios in and away from the office.
- Travel for job may be required up to 10% of the time in addition to travel for training.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Probation and parole officers must have at least a college degree in a related field such as criminology, psychology, social work, sociology, or guidance and counseling and some formal training in behavioral sciences.
- Exceptions to this rule must be approved by the department. Related work experience in the areas listed in subsection (1)(b) may be substituted for educational requirements at the rate of 1 year of experience for 9 months formal education if approved by the department. All present employees are exempt from this requirement but are encouraged to further their education at the earliest opportunity. (b) Work experience that may be substituted for the educational requirements in subsection (1)(a) includes experience in the areas of corrections/detention, criminology, education, medicine, psychiatry, psychology, law, law enforcement, social work, sociology, psychiatric nursing, or guidance and counseling.
PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER INFORMATION
This position requires POST Basic Certification after attending training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy and successfully completing one year of employment with the Department of Corrections. In addition to the training and experience requirements, to be POST Certified, the successful candidate(s) must:
- Be a citizen of the United States of America;
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Be fingerprinted for a criminal history search;
- Not have been convicted of a crime for which s/he could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary;
- Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background screen;
- Be a high school graduate or issued a GED or its equivalent; AND,
- Possess or be eligible for a valid Montana driver’s license.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- State of Montana Application
Applications missing required documentation will not be considered.
Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process, please make sure all attachments are marked as RELEVANT
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Background screens which may include criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, and reference checks will be conducted for this position.
BENEFITS
- Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
- State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Questions? Email or call
RN CARE COORDINATOR
MONTANA STATE PRISON
DEER LODGE, MT
As a Registered Nurse at Montana State Prison, you will play a vital role in the medical management of over 1,600 inmates within a 24‑hour infirmary unit. This position supports comprehensive nursing functions, including assessments, triage, sick call, medication administration, mental health support, urgent and emergent response, chronic care management, infection control, quality improvement, and discharge planning.
- Coordinate daily and weekly medical transportation schedules and prioritize patient care.
- Maintain open communication with the medical department and off‑site clinics.
- Liaison with contract providers, telehealth services, and off‑site clinics.
- Complete chart reviews and schedule appointments, labs, and records.
- Educate patients before procedures and clinic visits.
- Facilitate informed consents and manage refusals.
- Review all refusals for accuracy and meet with patients who decline care.
- Monitor UM Queue and ensure appropriate scheduling.
- Provide medication‑hold education and enter pre‑op medication orders.
- Assist with planning post‑operative care.
- Work with infirmary nurses on pre‑op and post‑op admissions.
- Conduct chart reviews for referrals and locate ICD‑10 codes as needed.
- Gather off‑site reports and monitor internal clinic follow‑ups.
- Assist clinic staff as needed.
- Serve as point of contact for on‑site VA appointment scheduling.
QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- Associate degree in Nursing.
- Licensed to practice as an RN in the State of Montana is required.
Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a “Relevant File”. In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.
Successful applicants will be subject to:
- Criminal history check
- Child/patient/offender abuse registries
- Reference checks
- Medicaid Fraud Background Check
The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Questions? Email or call
SECURITY SUPERVISOR/LIEUTENANT
FLATHEAD VALLEY REENTRY CENTER
KALISPELL, MT
The Security Supervisor/Correctional Lieutenant at the Flathead Valley Reentry Center serves as a member of the leadership team at the facility and is the highest-level security position in the facility. This is a new position at the Department of Corrections’ newest prerelease center. This facility provides a supportive environment for offenders to transition to the community, while providing security and accountability measures to support public safety.
This position performs administrative, field training, and security duties relative to the safety of the public, offenders, and staff members and the security and orderly operation of the prerelease center.
- Assists with administrative functions for the facility and serves as a member of the management team for the facility.
- Perform supervisory duties and completes appropriate personnel functions within the facility.
- Compose scheduling for all security staff.
- Develop, implement, and maintain all security and emergency procedures for the facility.
- Ensure subordinates read, understand, and are familiar with all security procedures for the facility through direction and training.
- Create, maintain, and approve time sheets, as well as approving leave requests.
- Complete performance evaluations and conduct appraisal interviews.
- Ensure appropriate staff performance by modeling appropriate behavior, counseling, using progressive discipline, conducting administrative investigations.
- Conduct and participate in employment suitability boards and panels, and participating in recruitment, selections and promotions
- Perform administrative duties over the entire function of the facility in the absence of the Operations Manager.
- Perform security functions for the facility when necessary.
- Serve as an on-call staff member on a rotating basis.
QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or a related field is required (Experience may be substituted for education at the rate of two years’ experience to one year education).
- Law enforcement / Corrections experience is preferred.
- Two years’ supervisory experience required which may be included in prior stated experience requirement.
- Basic POST Certification is required.
Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER
This position requires POST Basic Certification after attending training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy and successfully completing one year of employment with the Department of Corrections. In addition to the training and experience requirements, to be POST Certified, the successful candidate(s) must:
- Be a citizen of the United States of America.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Be fingerprinted for a criminal history search.
- Not been convicted of a crime for which could have led to being imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary.
- Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background screen.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Possess or be eligible for a valid Montana driver’s license.
BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
EDUCATION SERVICES BUREAU
PINE HILLS CORRECTIONAL FACILITY/ MONTANA WOMEN'S PRISON
The Special Education Teacher will maintain required special education paperwork, conduct appropriate meetings, perform individual student assessments, deliver instruction, and prepare instructional materials at Pine Hills Correctional Facility and Montana Women’s Prison. In addition to managing special education paperwork for eligible students, the position may teach subjects including, but not limited to, Adult Basic Education (ABE), life skills classes, cell study, and distance education courses.
This position teaches and supervises adult female students, as well as juvenile female and male students. Instruction uses competency‑based methods and is adapted to changing class sizes and varying student abilities, strengths, and learning needs. The Special Education Teacher conducts Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, advises students on available educational programs, and implements learning activities aligned with the assigned curriculum and state standards. The teacher works individually with students to support academic growth and provide appropriate challenges.
The successful candidate must possess appropriate educator licensure through the Montana Office of Public Instruction (OPI) or have the ability to obtain the required licensure.
QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education
- Must be a State of Montana certified secondary teacher
- Two years of job-related experience preferred
- Experience in a correctional environment is highly desired
- Special Education endorsement preferred
- Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a “Relevant File”. In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.
Successful applicants will be subject to:
- Criminal history check
- Child/patient/offender abuse registries
- Reference checks
The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.
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