MISSION STATEMENT:
The Montana Department of Labor & Industry exists to promote and protect the well-being of Montana's workers, employers and citizens, and to uphold their rights and responsibilities.
DLI CORE VALUES
- Customer Focus
- Individual Responsibility
- Individual Growth
- Ethics in the Workplace
- Continuous Improvement
Learn more about our department HERE!
JOB OVERVIEW:
Are you looking for a position where you get to work with a great group of professionals who love what they do and are dedicated to public service? Are you looking for a work environment that places high value on customer focus, individual responsibility, continuous improvement and professional growth? If so, then you may be interested in the Training and Technical Assistance Specialist with the Office of Community Service.
As the Training and Technical Assistance Specialist you will play an essential role in supporting and leading training and technical assistance for AmeriCorps State programs and the Montana Commission on Community Service. The Specialist will use Corporation for National and Community Service core curriculum on evaluation, performance measurement and other training needs identified, including supporting and taking a key role in coordinating the annual ServeMontana Symposium, and more. The Specialist will use online resources and other initiatives that support training, peer learning, and technical support of state service commissions.
This position is permanent but is contingent on continued funding. Funding is expected beyond one year, but not assured.
Qualifications:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
If you are the right person for this opportunity, you will have the following knowledge, skills or abilities:
- Knowledge of training needs assessment, capacity building and national service programs required.
- Public speaking, adult learning styles, technical writing, and business English knowledge and skills required.
- Knowledge of program development, performance measures and evaluation pertaining to national service and knowledge of state and federal government operations strongly preferred.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor degree in communications, public relations, business or public administration or a related field plus 1 year of directly related experience required;
- or 5 years of directly related qualifying experience.
- Knowledge of federally funded community service or involvement programs (AmeriCorps) strongly preferred.
- Experience in nontraditional education, adult learning styles, managing projects and administrative functions preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
HOW TO APPLY:
You are REQUIRED to attach a cover letter and resume at the time of application.
In your cover letter please address the following question:
- Briefly describe why you are applying for this position and what sparks your interest in service.
In your resume, include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position, including duties and dates of employment (month & year - start & end).
A complete state application is not required; however, you will need to initiate the application and attach the cover letter and resume in order to be considered for this position. Failure to attach the cover letter and resume will result in your application being incomplete and will not be considered further.
Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.
All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. You will receive an email with instructions on how to submit such documents.
If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR office.
For a copy of the complete job description send your request to dliapps@mt.gov.
BENEFITS:
Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation package! Upon date of hire, employees are eligible for state paid premiums toward employee "core" medical, dental, and basic life insurance coverage. Employees earn 15 working days of annual leave, 12 days of sick leave and 10-11 paid holidays each year. Membership in a Retirement System - vesting criteria applies. Flexible schedules may be considered. Learn more about them HERE!
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.
Job: Education/Training
Salary: $ 30,895.00 - 40,052.00 Yearly
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, 10% of the Time
Primary Location: Helena
Agency: Department of Labor & Industry
Union: 000 - None
Bargaining Unit: 000 - None
Posting Date: Sep 10, 2018, 8:48:35 AM
Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Sep 23, 2018, 11:59:00 PM
Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume
Contact Name: Office of Human Resources | Contact Email: dliapps@mt.gov | Contact Phone:(406) 444-3710
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources system and each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection process. An employee or applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process should contact the state agency human resources staff identified on the job listing as soon as possible or use the relay service by dialing 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer support services including assisting applicants with submitting online applications.
Montana State Government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to the merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.