Transformation Project Specialist

State of Montana; Town of Montana (WI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 95,000; 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 Transformation Project Specialist to research, develop, and recommend reform initiatives. You will report to the Strategy and Transformation Officer and work across diverse groups to advance health policy with federal and state regulations in mind.

The role emphasizes project logistics, timelines, and detailed analysis, with potential for partial telework within Montana. Open until filled with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health care, human services, business, or public administration.
• Four years of experience in human services, health insurance, Medicaid, or health care programs.
• Experience with state plan amendments, waivers, program policy or similar documents.
• Ability to interact with diverse groups and manage timelines.
• Ability to research and interpret federal and state health care regulations.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop health care reform initiatives.
• Interpret federal and state health care regulations.
• Draft state plan amendments, waivers, and program policies.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Stakeholder interaction

Regulatory interpretation

Project management

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health care

Job description

Job Description - Transformation Project Specialist (37824) (26142515)

Position Title:

Transformation Project Specialist (37824) - ( 26142515 )

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Director’s Office.

This position is responsible for researching, developing, and recommending Health and Human Service reform initiatives. The position will report directly to the Strategy and Transformation Officer .

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

Ability to be detailed-oriented yet recognizes the big picture.

Ability to interact with diverse groups, federal officers, staff, and subject matter experts.

Ability to research and interpret federal and state health care regulations.

Skill in managing competing timelines and deadlines and managing the logistics of numerous complex projects.

Bachelor’s degree in health care, human services, business, or public administration.

Four years’ experience in human services, health insurance, Medicaid, or health care programs. Must include technical writing experience with state plan amendments, waivers, program policy or similar documents and experience interpreting state and federal laws, rules and regulations.

Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Experience with Medicaid or CHIP programs, rules and regulations are preferred.

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: $

40.55 - 40.55 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, 15 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena

Other Locations

Butte, Missoula, Kalispell, Bozeman, Great Falls

Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services

Union : 000 - None

Posting Date

Oct 7, 2026, 10:55:39 PM

Closing Date

Oct 23, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Contact Name : Erin Sampson | 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.