Program Specialist (CSHS)

Water Resources Office; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services seeks a Program Specialist to lead the Montana Access to Pediatric Psychiatry Network (MAPPNet) and oversee telehealth pediatric mental health access statewide.

The role requires developing evidence-based public health policies, coordinating data systems, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. A public health or related degree plus experience with grants is expected.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of public health program management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of public health interventions and quality improvement.
• General knowledge of federal and state laws related to grants and contracts.
• Excellent knowledge of federal and state laws related to grants and contracts.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
• Excellent and proven interpersonal skills.
• Ability to research, develop, and implement public health interventions.
• Ability to facilitate stakeholder meetings.
• Ability to prepare reports, presentations, and other communication for the program.
• Ability to gather, correlate, and analyze facts to identify and solve problems.
• Ability to create and present training to contractors and the general public as needed.
• Ability to use computers, databases, and spreadsheet applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, health education, early childhood development/education or other behavioral or social science related field.
• Two years of job related public health program experience including contracts and direct training experience.
• Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Develop evidence-based public health policies and interventions.
• Develop and implement health surveillance and data collection systems to track, analyze, and evaluate programs and services.
• Coordinate program strategic planning and facilitate stakeholder groups.
• Plan and coordinate program outreach, training, and support.

Skills

Public health program management

Public health interventions

Grants & contracts laws

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Public health reporting

Stakeholder facilitation

Training & capacity building

Data analysis & reporting

Computers & spreadsheets

Grant writing experience

Public policy development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, health education, early childhood development/education or related field

Two years of public health program experience (contracts & training)

Job description

Job Description - Program Specialist (CSHS) (26142565)

Position Title:

Program Specialist (CSHS) - ( 26142565 )

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 Early Childhood & Family Support/Family & Community Health.

This Program Specialist position is in the Children’s Special Health Services (CSHS) Section and oversees the new Montana Access to Pediatric Psychiatry Network (MAPPNet), This position is a subject matter expert to telehealth involving access for pediatric patients in need of mental health consultation. This position is responsible for leading all aspects of the MAPPNet, a statewide project. The Program Specialist develop and administers statewide public health programs in response to state needs and federal grant solicitations. Responsibilities include: 1) Developing evidence-based public health policies and interventions; 2) Developing and implementing health surveillance and data collection systems to track, analyze, and evaluate programs and services; 3) Coordinating program strategic planning and facilitating stakeholder groups; and 4) Planning and coordinating program outreach, training, and support.

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 public health program management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of public health interventions and quality improvement.
• General knowledge of federal and state laws related to grants and contracts.
• Excellent knowledge of federal and state laws related to grants and contracts.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
• Excellent and proven interpersonal skills.
• Ability to research, develop, and implement public health interventions.
• Ability to facilitate stakeholder meetings.
• Ability to prepare reports, presentations, and other communication for the program.
• Ability to gather, correlates, and analyzes facts to identify and solve problems.
• Ability to create and present training to contractors and the general public as needed.
• Ability to use computers, databases, and spreadsheet applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, health education, early childhood development/education or other behavioral or social science related field.
• Two years of job related public health program experience including contracts and direct training experience.
• Experience evaluating, developing, and writing grant responses preferred.
• Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial telework within 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

• 34.09 - 34.09 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

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

Posting Date

Oct 8, 2026, 9:22:35 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Oct 23, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name : Patrick Bauman | 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.