Program Support Supervisor

State of Montana; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Telework eligible

Job summary

State of Montana's Department of Public Health and Human Services in Helena seeks a Program Support Supervisor to plan and direct developmental services programs and supervise the Program Support Section. You will oversee waivers and Medicaid/State Plan services, contracts, and IT program support systems.

The role requires knowledge of program management, developmental disabilities, personnel management, and adult training; a Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field and four years of

Qualifications

• Knowledge of program management and evaluation.
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities, Medicaid Services and the developmental disability care system.
• Knowledge of personnel management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of adult training principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Assists with planning and directing developmental services programs.
• Supervises the activities of the Program Support Section.
• Oversees waivers: 0208 Comprehensive, 1037 Supports for Community Working and Living, 0667 Children’s Autism.
• Oversees Medicaid State Plan Services and Family Education and Support Services.

Skills

Program management

Developmental disabilities knowledge

Personnel management

Adult training principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Job Description - Program Support Supervisor (26142722)

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 Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Division.

This position assists with planning and directing developmental services programs and supervises the activities of the Program Support Section. Responsible for work involving the following waivers; 0208 Comprehensive, 1037 Supports for Community Working and Living, and 0667 Children’s Autism. Other activities the position oversees are the Medicaid State Plan Services, and Family Education and Support Services. Oversees contracts, such as those with PLUK, Therap, College of Direct Supports, Acumen and University of Montana. Oversees program eligibility and selection, and certain IT program support systems.

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 program management and evaluation.

Knowledge of developmental disabilities, related Medicaid Services and the developmental disability care system.

Knowledge of personnel management principles and practices.

Knowledge of adult training principles and practices.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Public Administration, Business, Social Work or related field.

Four years of program management experience with a Medicaid/social services/human services program, including one year of experience working directly with individuals with a developmental disability or mental illness.

One year of leadworker experience.

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 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: $

38.05 - 38.05 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, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services Union : 000 - None

Posting Date

Oct 26, 2026, 7:03:56 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Dec 26, 2026, 6:59:00 AM

Contact Name : Jamie Closson | 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.