Child Support Investigator (05110) - ( 22144014 )

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has an exciting opportunity within the Child Support Services Division.

Our mission at DPHHS is to improve and protect the health, well-being, and self-reliance of all Montanans throughout every stage of their life. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. Whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience, DPHHS has the opportunity for you!

This position is with the Child Support Services Division. The Child Support Investigator maintains a complex caseload (up to 500 cases) and provides state administered child support services.

This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be outlined as part of the job offer and must adhere to state policy.

What We Can Offer You

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 program. Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at https://benefits.mt.gov/. In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities within the largest state agency in Montana.

What You Can Offer Us

• Knowledge of investigative principles, due process, administrative and judicial process.
• Ability to analyze information, make decisions and solve problems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Meet minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, business administration, public administration, social work, psychology, or related field.
  • Three years job related experience, child support, general investigative or relevant collections experience.
  • Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact Human Resources at HHSHumanResources@mt.gov

How to Apply

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 uploading correctly to the specific application for this position.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• References

To be considered for any DPHHS position, applicants must complete and submit their application online, and upload any required documents. Successful applicants are required to successfully pass all DPHHS specific background check(s) relevant to each position. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

As a condition of employment, you will be subject to successfully passing an FBI fingerprint check every 5 years.

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: $ 26.09 - 26.09 Hourly Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings : 1 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Shift : Day Job Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time

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

Posting Date : Nov 30, 2022, 1:52:50 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Dec 31, 2022, 12:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name : Human Resources | Contact Email : HHSHumanResources@mt.gov | Contact Phone : 4064443136