Careers

CLINICAL THERAPIST

MONTANA STATE PRISON

DEER LODGE, MT

 

JOB OVERVIEW – The Montana State mental health bureau mission is to "deliver evidence-based services to meet the needs of incarcerated individuals who suffer from severe and persistent mental illness, acute emotional disturbances, and to prevent suicide and self-harm."

• The clinical therapist positions will ensure that the clinical needs of the inmate population are provided through clinical assessments, evaluations, diagnoses, therapeutic groups and individual sessions, emergency evaluations and management, and to provide clinical consultations.
• Observe patients to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior.
• Manage case files and records for patients in treatment for mental and emotional illness.

 QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in social work, psychology, or counseling.
• 1 year of job-related experience. 
• Must be licensed or able to be licensed as a licensed clinical social worker or licensed clinical professional counselor by the state of Montana.
• Must be licensed within a year of hire date.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applications submitted without required materials may not be considered.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• State of Montana Application

Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process, please make sure all attachments are marked as RELEVANT.

Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process

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

• Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!
  
  

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

MONTANA STATE PRISON

DEER LODGE, MT

JOB OVERVIEW - This position 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 

• High school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license are required. 
• Two years of progressively responsible Correctional Officer experience is preferred.
• A background check including criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries will be required prior to being hired.
• A background form, pre-interview questionnaire and writing assessment must be completed prior to interviewing for position.

UPON HIRE 

• Successful completion of the Pre-Service training class for prison personnel.
• Successful completion of Corrections & Detention Officer Basic Training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy within the first year of employment.
• Correctional Officers will be required to participate in weapon familiarization with firearms (AR-15, 12-gauge shotgun, and 9 mm pistol) during the two-week pre-service training and/or on-the-job training program.
• Firearms familiarization is a condition of employment. Failure to meet qualification standards with firearms will prohibit the CO from being assigned to armed posts or duties.
• Annual TB testing is mandatory.

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: 

1. Be a citizen of the United States of America;
2. Be at least 18 years of age;
3. Be fingerprinted for a criminal history search;
4. Not have been convicted of a crime for which s/he could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary;
5. Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background screen;
6. Be a high school graduate or issued a GED or its equivalent; AND,
7. Possess or be eligible for a valid Montana driver’s license.   

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS - Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

• State of Montana Application
• 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 

• Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

REGISTERED NURSE

MONTANA STATE PRISON

DEER LODGE, MT

JOB OVERVIEW – The Infirmary Unit provides 24-hour nursing coverage for the medical management of 1400+ inmates. 

• Medical management includes initial screening/assessment, triage and appropriate referral, daily sick call, medication administration, med-surge, psych, urgent/emergent, continuous quality improvement, chronic care, infection control, and discharge planning. 
• Inpatient skilled care is also provided in a 13-bed unit.
• Patients need round-the-clock care; therefore, working hours include days, nights, weekends and holidays. The number of patients assigned per shift will vary with facility and specialty, if applicable. 
• RN spend considerable time walking, bending, kneeling, stretching and standing; they must follow proper body mechanics and procedures for lifting/moving patients.  
• Corrections Nurses may face hazards from exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases. In addition, nurses in this position must have and maintain sufficient strength, agility and endurance to perform during physical, mental, and emotional situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being. 
• In a correctional environment, all staff receive specific training in the areas of security and correctional procedures and there are many security measures in place. Nurses working in correctional facilities must accept that the fundamental mission of a correctional facility is first and foremost public safety and security. While the delivery of healthcare is an important component of the institutional program, it is not the primary reason that the facility exists. 
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach forward with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch. 
• The employee must be able to hear clearly on a telephone and in direct contact with patients and coworkers. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move 50 lbs. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• A college degree in Registered Nursing
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Montana is required.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applications submitted without required materials may not be considered.

• State of Montana Application
• Cover Letter
• Resume

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

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions?  Email or call 406-444-0029

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

FINANCIAL SERVICES BUREAU

HELENA, MT

 

JOB OVERVIEW – The Accounting Bureau is a component of the Administrative and Financial Services Division within the Department of Corrections.  The Accounting Bureau performs all accounting, collection, and payroll functions.  The Bureau also analyzes, and if needed, revises documents prepared by institutions.  It may also originate such documents.

• This position performs accounting work in the development and maintenance of the Department’s accounting systems.  Major areas of concern are Personal Services, Inmate Accounts, Accounts Payable, and accounts receivable.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years job-related college or vocational training in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance
• 3 to 4 years job-related work experience. 
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS 

Applications submitted without required materials may not be considered

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• State of Montana Application

Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process

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

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!


Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

PROBATION & PAROLE

BILLINGS, MT

 

JOB OVERVIEW - This position is responsible for:

• Managing phone calls for the assigned office; refers complaints and concerns with offenders, offender’s families, criminal justice system members and the general public to the appropriate staff. 
• Creates and/or prepares letters, memos, forms, meeting schedules, reports, etc., using word processing, spreadsheet, and database and/or presentation software.
• Maintains data logs in established software programs and produces statistical information upon request. 
• Coordinates and schedules meetings as requested; makes all necessary travel arrangements for staff as requested.
• Has daily initial contact with offenders, visitors, and others who may be hostile or under the influence of substances.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities of this position are normally attained through combination of education and experience equivalent a high school diploma or equivalent and 1 to 2 years of job-related work experience.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS – Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• State of Montana Application

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 

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

 PART-TIME ADULT BASIC EDUCATION TEACHER (ABE TEACHER)

EDUCATION SERVICES BUREAU

BILLINGS, MT

 

JOB OVERVIEW 

• Prepares materials/classrooms and teaches Adult Basic Education courses including life skills classes and cell study.
• Instructs and supervises adult female inmate students in the classroom and housing units on an individual basis and/or group meeting utilizing competency based instructional techniques.
• Adapts lessons to changes in class size, or student abilities, strengths, and weaknesses.
• Advises students regarding respective courses and programs that are available at Montana Women’s Prison and implements learning activities within the scope of the assigned curriculum and state standards.
• Works with individual students to challenge them and improve their abilities.
• Assesses student’s progress by grading assignments, papers, exams, and other work.
• Performs all work tasks in a proper and safe manner following established policies, general safety rules and safe operating procedures in compliance with Department of Corrections, Office of Public Instruction and Montana Women’s Prison.
• Participates in professional education and training opportunities to maintain currant licensure and teaching practices.
• Confers with professionals for establishing additional activities and/or instruction; performs related work as required. 

This is a part-time position, the hours could be 12pm - 8pm.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field 
• State of Montana Teaching Credential (or the ability to obtain by start date)

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• State of Montana Application 

Applications submitted without required materials 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   

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

ATTORNEY

LEGAL SERVICES

HELENA, MT

JOB OVERVIEW 

This is an attorney position that gives the successful candidate the opportunity to be part of the important work and mission of the Montana Department of Corrections. The position is supervised by the Chief General Counsel in the Director’s Office. 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 work. This includes constitutional law, labor law, contracts, tort law, civil rights, and administrative law.  

Duties include:

• Management of a general caseload that consists of civil litigation, and administrative litigation, from the pretrial phase, all the way through appeal.
• Provide training and ongoing guidance to new and existing staff, through written and oral legal advice.
• Assist in the development and promulgation of Department policies, procedures, and administrative rules.
• Consult with and assist outside counsel retained to defend the Department.
• A majority of the work is located in Helena, but the position may be in a different location if suitable office space and arrangements can be made.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Montana or admission within one year from the date of hire.
• At least two years of experience as a practicing attorney is preferred.   
• Eligible to be admitted to practice in federal district courts; Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals; and the U.S. Supreme Court, as required. 

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS 

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• State of Montana Application

Applications submitted without required materials may 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

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF. 

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

BUSINESS ANALYST

HELENA CENTRAL OFFICE

HELENA, MT

JOB OVERVIEW – The Business Analyst (BA) is responsible for analyzing the business needs of their clients and stakeholders to help identify business problems and propose solutions. The role of the BA is to apply analytical skills to business request (which are often high-level or lacking in detail) and communicate these business wants/needs in clear and unambiguous manner.

 

• Analyzes the current state processes to ensure that the context and implications of change are understood by the clients and the project team.
• Work with Software Vendor, Project Management team and user business community to gather requirements for new Compass Implementation Project.
• Defines measurable criteria for ideal, adequate and unacceptable system performance levels based on data gathered from stakeholders and current levels
• Researches and defines audience and mission of project/product and that are in accordance with state and Corrections’ procedures
• Evaluates and recommends technologies relevant to client projects based on knowledge of state and Corrections’ systems as well as new technology available.
• Conducts cost/benefit and risk analysis to support recommendations.
• Develops an understanding of how present and future business needs will impact the solution.
• Identifies the sources of requirements and understanding how roles help determine the relative validity of requirements. Prioritizes features and functions of the product or upgrade.
• Assesses requirements feasibility by analyzing requirement risks and constraints and modifying requirements to mitigate identified risks.
• Develops a Requirements Management Plan as needed and disseminates the Plan to all stakeholders.
• Assists in testing, development of test scripts, test cases and test data.
• Advocates the appropriate level of quality by the resolution of important defects; and working with the Project Manager to ensure the software development process has an appropriate level of testing.
• Works with key project stakeholders to formulate and communicate the business vision, to gather initial requirements and to scope the project.  Focuses the project early by translating the initial high-level vision into something realistic. 
• Meets directly with appropriate stakeholders to gather the necessary data to understand project concept, objectives and approach. 
• Discovers what the stakeholders need and how they want it to function.  Melds the differing messages of various project stakeholders into a single, consistent vision.
• Works with the stakeholders to prioritize and rationalize the requirements.  Assists the project manager by managing client expectations through careful and proactive communications regarding requirements and changes.
• Works with project stakeholders to translate their requirements into something that developers can understand as well as to translate the resulting questions the developers have into something the stakeholders can understand.  Provides a single point of contact for assigned projects by coordinating interaction and communication among appropriate personnel.
• Explains technical/architectural complexities to project stakeholders.  Explains what the developers are doing and why they need to do it, including explanations of the basis of schedules and estimates.
• Evaluates stakeholders’ feedback to determine the source of any confusion or concern about the project; addresses any concerns with the project and communicates them to the developers.  Communicates responses from the developers to the stakeholders clearly, effectively and in a timely manner.
• Provides quality customer service by managing relationships and communications so that customers are satisfied with current customer service and assuring that customer expectations are met in a timely fashion.
• Conducts stakeholder follow-up to ensure that needs have been met by the completed project. 
• Educates stakeholders in proper use regarding requirements, technology and tools of the new project.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience as a business analyst or related work.
• Other combinations of experience and education may be substituted.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• State of Montana Application

Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process, please make sure all attachments are marked as RELEVANT

Background screens which may include criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, and reference checks will be conducted for this position.

BENEFITS  

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!


Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

CLINICAL THERAPIST

MONTANA WOMEN'S PRISON

BILLINGS, MT

JOB OVERVIEW – The Montana State mental health bureau mission is to "deliver evidence-based services to meet the needs of incarcerated individuals who suffer from severe and persistent mental illness, acute emotional disturbances, and to prevent suicide and self-harm."

• The clinical therapist positions will ensure that the clinical needs of the inmate population are provided through clinical assessments, evaluations, diagnoses, therapeutic groups and individual sessions, emergency evaluations and management, and to provide clinical consultations.
• Observe patients to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior.
• Manage case files and records for patients in treatment for mental and emotional illness.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applications submitted without required materials may not be considered.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• State of Montana Application

Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process, please make sure all attachments are marked as RELEVANT.

Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.

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

• Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

MONTANA WOMEN’S PRISON

BILLINGS, MT

This position is responsible for the overall safety and security of inmates, staff and visitors of Montana Women’s Prison. 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. Correctional Officers oversee all aspects of the basic needs and welfare of adult female felons assigned to housing units utilizing special training, listening skills, verbal communication skills, the ability to provide empathy and compassion as situations warrant, tact, knowledge of policies, the inmate, the situation at hand, motivational techniques, the ability to create, foster and maintain a degree of trust.

QUALIFICATIONS - 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.

UPON HIRE - Successful completion of Corrections & Detention Officer Basic Training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy within the first year of employment.

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;

1. Be at least 18 years of age;
2. Be fingerprinted for a criminal history search;
3. Not have been convicted of a crime for which s/he could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary;
4. Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background screen;
5. Be a high school graduate or issued a GED or its equivalent; AND,
6. Possess or be eligible for a valid Montana driver’s license.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS – State of Montana Application

Applications submitted without required materials may 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 

• Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

PINE HILLS CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

MILES CITY, MT

Pine Hills Correctional Facility (PHCF) is the state correctional treatment facility for adolescent and young adult males committed to the Department of Corrections by the court.  PHCF provides clinical, nursing, education, recreation, group living and other services to treat the emotional, social and educational needs of these males. This position monitors the residents housed at PHCF while providing positive role modeling.  This position is responsible for the care, custody and supervision of the male juvenile and adult offenders housed at PHCF.  Applicants must be able to pass a post-employment physical examination.  Uniforms will be provided. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license is required
• Background check and check of DPHHS Child Abuse Registry will be required prior to being hired

UPON HIRE - Successful completion of Corrections & Detention Officer Basic Training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy within the first year of employment.

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;

1. Be at least 18 years of age;
2. Be fingerprinted for a criminal history search;
3. Not have been convicted of a crime for which s/he could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary;
4. Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background screen;
5. Be a high school graduate or issued a GED or its equivalent; AND,
6. Possess or be eligible for a valid Montana driver’s license.
   
   

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS – State of Montana Application

Applications missing required documentation may 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 

• Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

CORRECTIONAL SERGEANT (Hiring Pool)

MONTANA STATE PRISON

DEER LODGE, MT

JOB OVERVIEW – This position is responsible for the overall safety and security of housing units at Montana State Prison and Montana Correctional Enterprises. The sergeant helps ensure the institution is operated for the safety of the public, as well as the incarceration, treatment and rehabilitation of the inmate population through supervising Correctional Officers and performing administrative duties.

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:

1. Be a citizen of the United States of America;
2. Be at least 18 years of age;
3. Be fingerprinted for a criminal history search;
4. Not have been convicted of a crime for which s/he could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary;
5. Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background screen;
6. Be a high school graduate or issued a GED or its equivalent; AND,
7. Possess or be eligible for a valid Montana driver’s license.
   
   

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma
• POST Certification is required
• A training assignment may be considered based on institutional needs.
• Two years correctional officer experience is preferred.
• A knowledge of the functions, procedures, organization, and governing laws and regulations of the corrections system and the prison, modern security techniques, record keeping procedures.
• Skills in the use of modern security equipment, de-escalating volatile situations, and interacting with inmates effectively
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS 

• State of Montana Application
• Supplemental Question (see below)
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 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.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTION (attach with your other materials)- Please explain how you are going to be successful as a new supervisor and what skills will you bring as a leader and mentor to staff.

BENEFITS

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

DENTAL SERVICES SUPERVISOR

MONTANA STATE PRISON

DEER LODGE, MT

JOB OVERVIEW – The Dental Department provides preventive and comprehensive dental care to incarcerated persons.  Dentists, a dental hygienist and dental assistants provide oral care, oral screening, oral examinations and oral treatment to ensure the offenders dental needs are met. Under the direction of the Health Services Medical Program Manager and with oversight by the Health Services Bureau Chief; the Dental Services Supervisor provides supervision and oversight of the dental clinics and dental care of offenders daily.

The Dental Services Supervisor:

• Performs administrative tasks and clerical functions for the Dental Department.
• Will function as a clinical dental assistant as needed. The Dental Assistant performs paraprofessional, technical, and administrative work in assisting the Dentist, Denturist, or Hygienist in performing comprehensive and preventative oral care to the inmates at Montana State Prison.
• Performs data collection on inmate patients to assess level of needed dental care and schedules patients based on their triaged oral treatment plan.  
• Compiles data and information critical to the functions of the Dental Services Unit and coordinates daily operations of the Dental Department.
• Assigns tasks, clinic assignments, establishes work pace, demonstrates proper work methods and reviews work products for accuracy, adequacy and timeliness.
• Assures that work is equitably distributed, ensures office policies and safety procedures are followed and resolves scheduling and other detail problems. Manages the Dental Policies and Procedures manual, dental protocols, and overall Continuous Quality Improvement Manual.
• Responsible for dental continuous quality improvement.  Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
• Collaborates with dental authorities to assure National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) dental standards for prisons are followed and prepares the Dental Services Department for accreditation by maintaining appropriate information and records to demonstrate compliance.
• Acts as a resource to provide knowledge for dental related process and technical issues to MSP/MDIU, RSNU, MWP, and Pine Hills correctional facilities.
• Assists in ensuring dental staff is providing quality and appropriate patient care that meets or exceeds company and regulatory standards.
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, providing orientation/training, and retaining qualified staff to carry out the responsibilities of dental services.
• Ensures employee’s performance meets or exceeds expectations and periodic performance appraisals are conducted on a timely basis.
• Assists in maintaining administrative authority, responsibility and accountability for the proper charting and documentation of dental care.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

The below knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• Minimum completion of a dental assistant/dental hygiene/dentistry program, community college, or vocational program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. Successfully completed a board-approved radiology written examination.
• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of directly related supervisory experience in a dental clinic or medical setting.
• Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS 

Applications submitted without required materials may not be considered.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• State of Montana Application

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 

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

HELENA, MT

FOOD FACTORY SUPERVISOR TRAINER

MONTANA CORRECTIONAL ENTERPRISES

DEER LODGE, MT

JOB OVERVIEW – This position trains the inmate workers in all aspects of commercial cook-chill processes and enforces facility security and safety procedures while performing these duties.  

• It supervises the preparation of all ingredients and is responsible for the order in which they are produced while using the master menu and standardized recipes, production sheets, weights, and measures to ensure consistent quality of food preparation. 
• Aids in screening and interviews prospective inmates to make sure they meet the required program qualifications. 
• Must be able to function in the stressful environment as high stress situations may occur with staff, inmates, and time deadlines.  
• There is constant exposure to high noise levels, considerable standing and walking on cement floors, and exposure to frequent temperature extremes.  
• Must have the ability to constantly deal with changing priorities, technology, and demanding critical deadlines.  
• Performs related work duties as assigned by the Assistant Food Factory Director, Food Factory Director or floor supervisors. 
• Compiles and maintains daily production records, production reports, times and temperatures.  
• Trains inmate workers to adhere to the Food Service Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plan. 

QUALIFICATIONS - The above knowledge, skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from High School or a GED.  

• Successful completion of a vocational training program in food service operation/cooking and/or 1 year institutional, or commercial cooking or production experience.  
• Successful completion of ServSafe during the first six-month probationary period.  
• Successful completion of Better Processing School in the first year.
• Strong management ability is needed to deal effectively and professionally with inmates.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS – State of Montana Application

Applications submitted without required materials may 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

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

HEALTH SERVICES DATA  ANALYST

RESEARCH ANALYTICS AND PLANNING BUREAU

HELENA, MT

 

JOB OVERVIEW - Research, develop and apply techniques to collect, analyze, and report quantitative and non-quantitative health care information that assists health executives, providers, and administrators’ managers, accounting, or other professionals make data-driven, strategic decisions, reduce health care costs, deliver better care, and overall have a positive impact on people’s lives.

• Responsible for modifying and updating data collection or statistical models based on changing or differing industry standards, needs of requesters, projects, or programs.
• Coordinate, collaborate, and communicate within an agency or business unit on research projects. 
• Coordinate research and statistics with other operations and functions of the agency or business unit.
• Analyze and integrate various data sources and factors to produce projections or trends.
• Prepare research reports containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content, including recommendations.
• Work as part of the RAP Bureau with a primary focus on healthcare data and projects. Assist and support other data analysis needs of the department. 

Types of data sources to be analyzed:

• Clinical data: The most common type of health care data analytics is clinical data. This includes using electronic health records (EHRs) to directly improve medical outcomes.
• Claims data: Health Services Data Analysts will analyze claims data to help institutions identify trends in treatment which could provide critical financial readiness and planning.   
• Pharmaceutical data: Data could include pharmaceutical trends, expenses, and healthcare decision making.
• Behavioral data: Data specific to mental health and mental disorders, pharmaceutical interventions, behavioral interventions, suicide, and substance use.
• Public health data: A health services data analyst might work with public health data to deliver statistics, infographics, and reports after identifying methods for preventing disease or promoting health within a population.
  
  This position is a hybrid position located in Helena, MT with at least two days in the office.
  

QUALIFICATIONS 

• The required knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a minimum of a bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, epidemiology, or other related research-intensive field.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible and relevant experience in economic, statistical, epidemiological, program evaluation, or related analysis.  
• Experience with Tableau is preferred. 
• Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• The  Health Services Data Analyst, will need workplace skills such as effective written and verbal communication, creative thinking, interpersonal skills, and time management.
• Further, knowledge of the health sector, experience with EHR, medical terminology, and medical billing are extremely useful. 
  
  

APPLICATION MATERIALS 

Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Supplemental Documents
• State of Montana Application

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.

SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS (Required for completed application) - Please include a work sample (graph, table, fact sheet, report, etc.), or briefly summarize a research project you worked on, including the type(s) of analysis used and the statistics produced.

 

BENEFITS

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

LICENSED ADDICTION COUNSELOR

MONTANA STATE PRISON

DEER LODGE, MT

JOB OVERVIEW – This position provides group and individual counseling in a non-therapeutic environment.  Provide and maintain appropriate documentation.  Case management, as needed, of admitted clients.

• Diagnosing chemical dependency in prospective clients and subsequent placement in appropriate modality of treatment. 
• Facilitating groups and maintaining individual contacts as needed to move the chemically dependent criminal offender from resistance to self-change through participating in treatment services.
• Developing individual treatment plans for each admitted client to address problems created by chemical use.
• Utilize motivational enhancement strategies to encourage clients to overcome any defense mechanisms that may excuse further chemical use.
• Uses best practices for the field and maintains minimum education requirements for renewal of licensure.
• Ability to implement programs, lead group therapy, provide individual treatment, make differential diagnosis of substance abuse, establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and inmates, to communicate effectively in writing and develop treatment plans.
• Ability to respond to crises situations involving substance abuse and institutional need.
• A working knowledge of chemical dependency therapy techniques, interview skills, and problems associated with substance abuse criminal personality issues and their impact in chemical dependency treatment, as well as treatment delivery problems in a prison environment.  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate Degree in Chemical Dependency Counseling or a Bachelor of Arts or Science with specific course work related to chemical dependency. 
• Licensure or license eligible as an Addiction Counselor. Maintaining licensure through continuing education.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• State of Montana Application
• References

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

• Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!
  
  

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

MAINTENANCE WORKER

MONTANA STATE PRISON

DEER LODGE, MT

 

JOB OVERVIEW - This position provides overall maintenance for the Montana State Prison to include:

• Performs preventative maintenance for machines and equipment such as replacing belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and cleaning gears.
• Inspect, test, and adjust systems such as pumps, alarms, gauges, heating and cooling, and electrical components; notifying others when issues require licensed trades or craftsman. 
• Record and file paperwork associated with maintenance activities, such as requesting supplies and materials, filing vehicle reports, logging duties, and checking out equipment. 
• May perform general upkeep of buildings and properties. 
• This position will spend a large amount of the work time interacting, training and supervising inmate workers in the maintenance department.
• Other duties as assigned.
   

QUALIFICATIONS  

• High school graduation or equivalent 
• A minimum two years of experience in light duty construction or maintenance to include preventative maintenance.  
• Two years of basic blueprint drawing or reading is preferred.  All alternative experience to be reviewed case by case basis.
• Ability to obtain a low-pressure boiler license within one year of employment.
• CDL license is preferred.
• Must have and maintain a Montana driver’s license in good standing.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

• State of Montana Application

Applications submitted without required materials may not be considered.

Materials submitted but not requested may not be considered in the selection process.

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

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

PARALEGAL

LEGAL SERVICES

HELENA, MT

JOB OVERVIEW 

Research and Coordination

• Conducts legal research, as directed by staff attorneys, on a variety of legal issues including civil rights, tort, medical, habeas and human rights, including finding cases, statutes, regulations, or legislative histories. 
• Obtains documents and other relevant information from courts or opposing counsel.
• Researches statutory and case law, as directed by staff attorneys on a variety of legal issues including civil rights tort, medical, habeas and human rights, and summarizes results to assist attorneys.
• Ensures deadlines and statute of limitations are accurately tracked and requests extensions.
• Provides assistance to the attorneys to facilitate the preparation and presentation of cases in judicial and administrative venues.

Legal Documentation

• Coordinates responses to discovery requests so that information and documents are produced completely and accurately, and in an organized and efficient manner;
• Prepares initial drafts of answers to complaints and discovery, formal notices, discovery documents, pleadings, summonses, subpoenas, and legal correspondence;
• Collects and prepares appropriate exhibits, witness statements and other evidence required to implement case strategies.  Prepares for case presentation by checking opposing parties’ cited authorities for accuracy and applicability.
• Prepares responses to general correspondence and routine motions, affidavits, and subpoenas.
• Proofreads legal documents for accuracy, citation format, and compliance with Rules of Civil Procedure and internal consistency of references to exhibits and appendices. 

Administrative Support

• Serves as central point of contact for the Legal Service Bureau and receives phone, e-mail, and direct requests for legal assistance from department staff; communicates requests to the bureau chief for assignment and documents and tracks case and general counsel assignments and deadlines using a case management system and provides updates and status reports.
• Prepares or coordinates completion of daily “scans” for distribution to bureau staff with bureau administrative support personnel.
• Compiles documents for scan, scans them and files in appropriate electronic folders.
• Prepares an e-mail message for bureau staff with electronic links to files.
• Receives, either in paper version or via electronic submission, litigation documents; logs, and dockets files and their assignment to attorneys within the bureau by entering the information into an electronic database; closes litigation files after organizing and purging the files and prepares a form summarizing information contained in the files to provide for the accurate tracking and retention of agency legal proceedings.
• Maintains an electronic records inventory of the bureau case and administrative files; tracks records for retention using established guidelines; prepares and manages requests to destroy and provides for shredding or other appropriate destruction of records.
• Updates and maintains the standard legal form documents used by the agency; edits the forms when necessary to ensure they are contextually accurate and that citations conform to the accepted standard as set forth in the applicable citation manual.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Associate degree in paralegal studies from an accredited institution.
• Three years of administrative or paralegal experience in legal settings, including experience with pleadings, legal terminology, and filing processes with various court systems.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• State of Montana Application

Applications submitted without required materials may 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

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING COORDINATOR

PUBLIC SAFETY 

BILLINGS/MILES CITY, MT

JOB OVERVIEW 

Are you a seasoned trainer with a fervor for enhancing public safety? The Montana Department of Corrections invites dynamic individuals to become part of our esteemed Training and Skills Advancement Team (TSAT). We are on the lookout for someone with the passion, drive, and ability to inspire staff, fostering continuous learning and professional growth.

• Deliver a comprehensive range of basic, in-service, and professional training programs.
• Ensure the development of department-specific and individual-specific training, contributing to the overall excellence of our personnel.
• Play a pivotal role in designing, developing, coordinating, and conducting training programs for various institutions and agencies, including Montana Women’s Prison, Pine Hills Correctional Facility, Montana State Prison, Montana Probation and Parole, and other affiliated entities.
• Training is not limited to our department; we extend our expertise to Judges, County Youth Courts, Tribal Agencies, county adult/juvenile detention/regional prison personnel, and law enforcement agencies.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on public safety through training excellence, submit your application, resume, and cover letter. Join us in shaping the future of corrections and public safety in Montana!

QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Education, Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration or another related field that can be directly associated to the Corrections field, or Training. 
• Individuals with prior course instruction experience, Instructor Development certification, and membership in an advanced training team (such as SRT, STG, etc.) are exempt from the degree requirement. 
• Experience in, or with a Field Training Officer (FTO) program preferred. 
• Prior Probation, Law Enforcement, or Detention experience is highly sough after 
• Demonstration of competencies may be used to offset some of the education and experience requirements.
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• State of Montana Application
• Include any training certifications

Applications missing required documentation may 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

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify.

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

REGIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

PROBATION & PAROLE

MISSOULA, MT

JOB OVERVIEW - This position is responsible for

• Managing phone calls for the assigned office; refers complaints and concerns with offenders, offender’s families, criminal justice system members and the general public to the appropriate staff. 
• Creates and/or prepares letters, memos, forms, meeting schedules, reports, etc., using word processing, spreadsheet, and database and/or presentation software.
• Maintains data logs in established software programs and produces statistical information upon request. 
• Coordinates and schedules meetings as requested; makes all necessary travel arrangements for staff as requested. Has daily initial contact with offenders, visitors, and others who may be hostile or under the influence of substances.
• Has daily initial contact with offenders, visitors, and others who may be hostile or under the influence of substances.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities of this position are normally attained through combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or equivalent and 1 to 2 years of job-related work experience.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS – Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• State of Montana Application

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 

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

REGISTERED NURSE - PER DIEM*

PINE HILLS CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

MILES CITY, MT

JOB OVERVIEW – This position will serve as an per diem Registered Nurse and provide medical management services to inmates at either the Montana State Prison, Montana Women's Prison, Riverside Special Needs Unit or Pine Hills Correctional Facility  

• Medical management includes initial screening/assessment, triage and appropriate referral, daily sick call, medication administration, med-surge, psych, urgent/emergent, continuous quality improvement, chronic care, infection control, and discharge planning. 
• Patients need round-the-clock care; therefore, working hours include days, nights, weekends and holidays. The number of patients assigned per shift will vary with facility and specialty, if applicable. 
• RNs spend considerable time walking, bending, kneeling, stretching and standing; they must follow proper body mechanics and procedures for lifting/moving patients.  
• Corrections Nurses may face hazards from exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases. In addition, nurses in this position must have and maintain sufficient strength, agility and endurance to perform during physical, mental, and emotional situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being. 
• In a correctional environment, all staff receive specific training in the areas of security and correctional procedures and there are many security measures in place. Nurses working in correctional facilities must accept that the fundamental mission of a correctional facility is first and foremost public safety and security. While the delivery of healthcare is an important component of the institutional program, it is not the primary reason that the facility exists. 
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach forward with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch. 
• The employee must be able to hear clearly on a telephone and in direct contact with patients and coworkers. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move 50 lbs. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• A college degree in Registered Nursing
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Montana is required.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applications submitted without required materials may not be considered.

• State of Montana Application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References

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

• Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

REGISTERED NURSE - PER DIEM*

RIVERSIDE SPECIAL NEEDS UNIT

BOULDER, MT

JOB OVERVIEW – This position will serve as an per diem Registered Nurse and provide medical management services to inmates at the Riverside Special Needs Unit.  

• Medical management includes initial screening/assessment, triage and appropriate referral, daily sick call, medication administration, med-surge, psych, urgent/emergent, continuous quality improvement, chronic care, infection control, and discharge planning. 
• Patients need round-the-clock care; therefore, working hours include days, nights, weekends and holidays. The number of patients assigned per shift will vary with facility and specialty, if applicable. 
• RN spend considerable time walking, bending, kneeling, stretching and standing; they must follow proper body mechanics and procedures for lifting/moving patients.  
• Corrections Nurses may face hazards from exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases. In addition, nurses in this position must have and maintain sufficient strength, agility and endurance to perform during physical, mental, and emotional situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being. 
• In a correctional environment, all staff receive specific training in the areas of security and correctional procedures and there are many security measures in place. Nurses working in correctional facilities must accept that the fundamental mission of a correctional facility is first and foremost public safety and security. While the delivery of healthcare is an important component of the institutional program, it is not the primary reason that the facility exists. 
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach forward with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch. 
• The employee must be able to hear clearly on a telephone and in direct contact with patients and coworkers. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move 50 lbs. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• A college degree in Nursing
• Licensed to practice as an RN in the state of Montana is required.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applications submitted without required materials may not be considered.

• State of Montana Application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References

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

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

REGISTERED NURSE - PER DIEM*

MONTANA WOMEN'S PRISON

BILLINGS, MT

JOB OVERVIEW – This position will serve as an per diem Registered Nurse and provide medical management services to inmates at either the Montana State Prison, Montana Women's Prison, Riverside Special Needs Unit or Pine Hills Correctional Facility  

• Medical management includes initial screening/assessment, triage and appropriate referral, daily sick call, medication administration, med-surge, psych, urgent/emergent, continuous quality improvement, chronic care, infection control, and discharge planning. 
• Patients need round-the-clock care; therefore, working hours include days, nights, weekends and holidays. The number of patients assigned per shift will vary with facility and specialty, if applicable. 
• RNs spend considerable time walking, bending, kneeling, stretching and standing; they must follow proper body mechanics and procedures for lifting/moving patients.  
• Corrections Nurses may face hazards from exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases. In addition, nurses in this position must have and maintain sufficient strength, agility and endurance to perform during physical, mental, and emotional situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being. 
• In a correctional environment, all staff receive specific training in the areas of security and correctional procedures and there are many security measures in place. Nurses working in correctional facilities must accept that the fundamental mission of a correctional facility is first and foremost public safety and security. While the delivery of healthcare is an important component of the institutional program, it is not the primary reason that the facility exists. 
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach forward with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch. 
• The employee must be able to hear clearly on a telephone and in direct contact with patients and coworkers. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move 50 lbs. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• A college degree in Registered Nursing
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Montana is required.
  
  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applications submitted without required materials may not be considered.

• State of Montana Application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References

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

• Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029

WARDEN

MONTANA WOMEN'S PRISON

BILLINGS, MT

JOB OVERVIEW - This position provides operational business management, direction, and resource allocation for administration at an organization.  Perform operational management functions for the organization. This is a management position that oversees operations, implements policies and is responsible for overall safety at Montana Women's Prison.

• Integrates public safety, administration goals, public perception, and community, financial, and legal concerns to manage all aspects of the facility assigned, as well as contracted services and facilities.  Ultimately responsible for multiple unique or diverse aspects of the facility and contracts, including the following: a wide range of inmate security levels, a racially diverse and aging population, juveniles (in the case of Pine Hills Correctional Facility), and/or juveniles tried as adults, diverse treatment and rehabilitation needs, medical and ADA needs, daily needs, and facility operations and maintenance.  Weighs and balances risk of management plans for these unique and diverse aspects to maintain security at all levels of the facility and provide for public safety while also rehabilitating offenders and ensuring they receive the best possible treatment. 
• Designs and manages strategic implementation plans for new initiatives.
• Manages numerous legal cases for the Department of Corrections and the assigned facility. 
• May fulfill rare, but highly scrutinized statutory obligations, including administering executions performed in the state. 
• Serves as expert on offenders and the prison system.  Ensures safety and security of the public and responds to public and media concerns regarding public safety.  Functions as the highest-level contact for legislative inquiries regarding the prison system and develops and makes correctional best practice recommendations. 
• Demonstrates exceptional ability to coordinate competing high-level variables and develop and influence relationships.   Work demands daily interaction with potentially violent inmates.  Available 24 hours a day for emergency response.  
• Integrates structured treatment environments, education opportunities and rehabilitative programming with facility operations and programs to provide offenders (which may include adults and/or youth) the treatment, education, vocational training, and care they need while ensuring the best possible security and public relations outcomes for the Department of Corrections. 
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS - MCA 53-30-102. Qualifications of warden of state prison and warden of women's prison.

• The warden of the Montana State Prison and the Warden of the Women's Prison must be persons trained through education and experience in directing a training, rehabilitation, or custodial program in a penal institution.
• Five or more years of combined experience and education which provides an extensive knowledge of corrections, management, budgeting best practices, and thorough knowledge of the laws and regulations governing corrections required. 
• Knowledge of the legislative process required.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS – Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• State of Montana Application
• Background screens which may include criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, and reference checks will be conducted for this position.

If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Materials submitted but not requested may not be considered in the selection process, please make sure all attachments are marked as RELEVANT.
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

BENEFITS

• Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!
  
  

Questions? Email or call 406-444-0029