Applications Development Bureau Chief

State of Montana; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Holidays & flexible hours

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Telework eligibility

Job summary

State of Montana’s Department of Revenue seeks a Chief Applications Officer in the Technology Services Division to oversee applications development, systems analysis, and project delivery. You will direct staff, ensure data quality, and coordinate with the CIO on strategic IT initiatives.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least five years of relevant experience, including leadership. Telework eligibility within Montana is possible, with office reporting as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, computer science, engineering, or closely related field; and five years of job-related experience including three years in a lead role or management experience.
• Work experience should include applications development, project management, experience in managing and delivering multiple projects simultaneously and in learning and adapting to proprietary software.
• Working knowledge of web applications, applications testing and change control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Applications Development Bureau (ADB) and lead project management, systems analysis, and design.
• Ensure data quality and provide technical assistance and problem resolution across platforms.
• Supervise ADB staff and report to the Technology Services Division (TSD) Administrator / Chief Information Officer.

Skills

Research & Analysis

Attention to Detail

MS Office & DB Apps

Written & Verbal Communication

Data Collection & Reporting

Business Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in business management, computer science, engineering, or closely related field

Job description

Mission Statement

To be the nation's most citizen oriented, efficiently administered, state tax agency.

The Montana Department of Revenue administers almost 40 state taxes, property appraisals, alcoholic beverage laws, cannabis laws, and unclaimed property for the state of Montana. The Technology Services Division is an internal support division that provides application development, quality assurance and technical operations (network and desktop) services to all other Department of Revenue divisions in meeting their goals and objectives of providing services to the State of Montana and its citizens.

What We Can Offer You

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long-term disability. The State currently contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits.
• Free health care for employees and eligible family member at Montana Health Centers.
• Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well-being coaching, financial information, which are free resources.
• Retirement plans- The State currently contributes 9.17%, vested after 5 years of continuous employment.
• Paid vacation- starting at 15 days a year.
• Sick leave- 12 days a year.
• 11 holidays, including a floating holiday, which can be used any time.
• Flexible hours.
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at https://benefits.mt.gov/ In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Revenue.

Duties

Job Overview:

This position resides in the Technology Services Division (TSD) of Department of Revenue. The Chief Applications Officer (CAO) manages the Applications Development Bureau (ADB), analyzes and designs customized technology systems based on the requirements of available IT systems, Departmental needs, budgetary requirements, and user ability. The incumbent is responsible to upper management for evaluating and recommending technical development of information systems and has primary responsibility for project management, systems analysis, systems design, maintenance, data quality, technical assistance, and problem resolution relative to computer applications on any platform. This position supervises the ADB staff and reports to the Technology Services Division (TSD) Administrator / Chief Information Officer.

• Computers and database management systems (i.e. Gentax, AT-Pro)
• General management practices, including strategic planning
• Principles and methods of work planning
• Performance management, including setting goals, objectives, and measures
• Quality assurance methods
• Governmental organizational structure, accounting, and State and federal funding requirements
• Legislative and administrative rule processes and guidelines
• Compliance requirements and practices
• Agency policies, procedures, guidelines, and employment law
• Operational and program planning
• Supervisory principles and practices
• Project management
• Records management

Skills in:

• Research and analysis
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Microsoft programs and database applications
• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
• Data collection, analysis, and reporting techniques
• Business communications

You would be a great fit for this position if you:

• Demonstrate self-motivation
• Follow instructions
• Provide timely, customer service

Working Conditions

Work hours may exceed 40 hours from time to time, including weekends.

Lifting is infrequent, less than 15 pounds.

Some travel may be required, must have a valid driver’s license.

REMOTE/TELEWORK:

This position may be eligible to work from an approved worksite within the state of Montana. This position would be required to report to a Department of Revenue office assigned by the supervisor. Employees must meet and sustain Department of Revenue telework eligibility requirements and supervisor's approval to participate in the DOR Telework Program.

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.

To be considered for any DOR position, applicants must complete and submit their application online, and upload any required documents. DOR is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

***This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources. ( [e-mail] or 406-444-9858)

(All computer systems and tax guidelines will be trained on the job.)

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Please submit the following application material:

• Resume

Submissions incomplete or missing relevant materials will not be reviewed or considered.

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.

Effective May 26, 2026, this agency is participating 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/.

Successful applicants are required to successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s).

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

The above competencies are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

Bachelor’s degree in business management, computer science, engineering, or closely related field; and five years of job-related experience including three years in a lead role or management experience.

Work experience should include applications development, project management, experience in managing and delivering multiple projects simultaneously and in learning and adapting to proprietary software.

Working knowledge of web applications, applications testing and change control preferred.

Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis

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

101,359.00 - 105,478.00 Yearly 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, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena Agency : Department of Revenue Union : 000 - None

Posting Date

Oct 9, 2026, 1:49:39 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Oct 26, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name : Human Resources | 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.