Administrative Assistant 2

State of Montana; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligibility

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services is seeking an Administrative Assistant 2 (part-time) to provide administrative support to the Disability Employment and Transitions Division. Responsibilities include document editing, maintaining consumer case files, and data entry with deadline notifications.

The role offers partial telework within Montana, with benefits and opportunities for public service impact.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of administrative support and office work.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
• Ability to recognize and solve problems.
• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• Two years of administrative assistance or office support experience.

Responsibilities

• Creating, proofreading, and editing documents
• Maintaining consumer case folders by filing notes, correspondence, and records
• Entering and verifying data, generating reports, and notifying staff of fiscal and case management deadlines

Skills

Admin support

Confidentiality

Relationship building

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Administrative Assistant 2 (11085) (26142534)

Position Title:

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov .

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Disability Employment and Transitions Division.

Do you love working with people and have a passion for helping those with disabilities? This part-time position provides administrative support to Disability Employment and Transitions (DET) staff and consumers.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating, proofreading, and editing documents
• Maintaining consumer case folders by filing notes, correspondence, and records
• Entering and verifying data, generating reports, and notifying staff of fiscal and case management deadlines

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities w hether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Knowledge of administrative support and office work.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
• Ability to recognize and solve problems.
• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• Two years of administrative assistance or office support experience.

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

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

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary

23.05 - 23.05 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Part-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

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

Posting Date

Oct 6, 2026, 9:09:51 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Oct 24, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name : Erin Sampson | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone]

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.