Administrative Assistant 2

Munro Footwear Group; Miles City (MT); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Telework Eligible

Job summary

Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) seeks an Administrative Assistant 2 to provide clerical support to the Child and Family Services Division. You will type documents, maintain foster care records, and assist staff with demographic data.

The role offers state benefits, possible partial telework, and opportunities for advancement within Montana’s public service system.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the English language including spelling, grammar and word meaning.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Skill in researching.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
• Knowledge of the social services systems related to child protection issues.
• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Two years of job related administrative support experience.

Responsibilities

• Typing correspondence, forms, and other documents.
• Maintaining and updating Foster Care and related records.
• Assisting staff with maintaining demographic information.

Skills

English language knowledge

Oral and written communication

Research skills

Interpersonal relationships

Child protection knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Administrative Assistant 2 (26142076)

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 Child and Family Services Division.

This position is responsible for providing clerical and administrative support services to Child and Family Services social workers regarding foster care, investigative and licensing functions. Responsibilities include: 1) Typing correspondence, forms, and other miscellaneous documents; 2) Maintaining and updating Foster Care and other child related records; 3) Assisting staff with maintaining demographic information.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and 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 the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Skill in researching.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
• Knowledge of the social services systems related to child protection issues.
• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Two years of job related work experience in administrative support, receptionist or other related areas.

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.

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

Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Primary Location

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

Posting Date

Aug 13, 2026, 8:02:35 PM

Closing Date

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Aug 28, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter, Resume, References

Contact Name : Cortney Rose | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone] Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

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.