Child Protection Specialist Supervisor (Region 6) - ( 26142085 ) 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 Child and Family Services Division. This position is responsible for supervising the staff that provides family-centered services within a trauma-informed system to assure safety, permanency, and well-being for children who are at risk of or have been subjected to child maltreatment. 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 the laws, rules and regulations relating to protective services (child safety, permanency, and well-being).
• Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, even those who do not share the same point of view and may be violent or angry, and maintain them over time.

Preferred:

o Knowledge of child maltreatment prevention and treatment and family centered social work practice. o Knowledge of the methods and procedures for Child Protection Specialists. o Knowledge of the laws and rules pertaining to child protection services such as child safety, permanency and well-being; Indian Child Welfare Act.

• Meet minimum qualifications: o Bachelor's degree in social work, human services or psychology, or directly related degree.

o Four years of child protection work experience or other directly related work experience working with children and families in difficult and sometimes volatile situations. o Supervisory work experience preferred. o Experience working with tribal government entities and/or other organizations of native peoples is highly preferred. How to Apply To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. Cover Letter Resume References Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below. 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:

$ 35.55 - 35.55

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, 25 % of the

Time Primary Location :

Libby Agency :

Department of Public Health & Human Services Union :

000 -

None Posting Date :

Sep 23, 2026, 3:28:05 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) :

Ongoing Required Application Materials :

Cover Letter, Resume, References Contact Name :

Cortney Rose |

Contact Email :

Cortney.

Rose@mt.gov |

Contact Phone :

406-444-3136 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.