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Program Supervisor

Department of Corrections
Helena, MT Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2026

QUALIFICATIONS

The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

  • Familiarity with program management
  • Proficiency using Excel for tracking and reporting
  • Ability to provide effective leadership, vision and direction
  • Ability to provide clear communication and transparent processes to internal and external stakeholders
  • Five years of experience within in the Montana Department of Corrections

    Preferred:

    • Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to behavioral health, social services, criminology, human services or other occupationally related fields.
    • Supervisory and program management experience

       Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

      BENEFITS

      Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.

      State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

      APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

      Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

      To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a “Relevant File”. In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

      Successful applicants will be subject to: 

      • Criminal history check

      • Child/patient/offender abuse registries

      • Reference checks

        The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.  After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification.   For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.

        NOTICES

        Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) -  Any person who has 1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution; 2) been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or 3) been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in activity as described in the latter, are not qualified for this position.

        Tobacco Free - The use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections buildings.  In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited. 

        Salary : $80,080

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