Public Licensing Operations Lead

Montana; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedules (state-approved)

Paid time off 38 days/year

Military leave

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Career growth opportunities

State employee discounts

Job summary

Montana is seeking an Administrative Supervisor in the Professional Licensing Bureau to lead Executive Officer and Board Meeting teams. You will guide staff, prioritize work, and ensure processes are accurate, timely, and compliant with laws and rules across licensing boards.

You will improve operations, manage budgets, and collaborate with leadership to advance transparent governance and high-quality licensing services for Montanans.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated supervisory experience in a public service or regulatory environment.
• Experience interpreting laws, rules, and policies with sound judgment.
• Ability to present complex information to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop staff across licensing boards and programs.
• Oversee board meetings, agendas, packets, notices, minutes, and follow-up actions.
• Ensure compliance with Montana laws, open meeting requirements, and policy guidelines.
• Support board directives, licensing decisions, and rulemaking activities.
• Communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders and maintain records.

Skills

Staff supervision

Board governance

Regulatory compliance

Operational improvement

Fiscal stewardship

Stakeholder relations

Public speaking

Digital literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe

Zoom

Licensing databases

Job description

Montana is seeking an Administrative Supervisor in the Professional Licensing Bureau to lead Executive Officer and Board Meeting teams. You will guide staff, prioritize work, and ensure processes are accurate, timely, and compliant with laws and rules across licensing boards.

You will improve operations, manage budgets, and collaborate with leadership to advance transparent governance and high-quality licensing services for Montanans.