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Make a Difference in Montana

The Montana Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) is looking for talented and dedicated individuals to join our team. We offer a variety of rewarding careers that contribute to the growth and empowerment of our state.

As a DLI employee, you will:

  • Work with a diverse team of professionals
  • Have the opportunity to learn and grow in your career
  • Make a positive impact on the lives of Montanans

We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference, we encourage you to apply today!

FAQs

DLI is focused on people and making a positive impact in our communities every day. We foster open, team-based, supportive, and collaborative work environments where employees can thrive.

Our mission is to empower Montanans through work and opportunity. We are guided by the values of responsiveness, respect, integrity, excellence, and cohesiveness in serving the citizens of Montana.

Here are some ways that DLI makes a difference in the lives of Montanans:

  • We provide job training and placement services to help people find work.
  • We enforce labor laws to protect workers' rights.
  • We provide unemployment insurance benefits to help people who are unemployed.
  • We promote economic development to create jobs and opportunity in Montana.
  • We regulate businesses to protect consumers and workers.

DLI is committed to providing a high-quality workforce and responsive services to the people of Montana. We value the diversity of our employees and strive to create a workplace where everyone can feel welcome and respected.

Work with us and enjoy a fulfilling career and incredible quality of life in Montana.

  • Work-life balance: We offer flexible work schedules with hybrid telework options available within the state of Montana.
  • 38 Paid Days Off: You'll get 38 days of paid time off per year, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Military leave: You'll get up to 15 days of military leave with full pay.
  • Raises: You'll get longevity raises with continuous service, as well as any negotiated market increases and statutory raises.
  • Health insurance: We offer comprehensive health insurance, including dental, vision, and life insurance. Access to free telehealth and access to free employee medical clinics through our Montana Health Centers. We also offer flexible spending accounts and an employee assistance program. Learn more about our available health benefits.
  • Retirement: We offer two retirement plans with an employer contribution between 8.73% and 9.07% of your annual salary. A third optional 457(b) deferred compensation plan is also available. Get more information about our retirement plan options.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive loan forgiveness. See if you qualify here.
  • Career progression: We offer opportunities for career progression, training, and professional growth.
  • State employee discounts: You'll get discounts at various businesses across the state.

The Montana Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) is hiring! We have a variety of exciting opportunities available, from entry-level positions to senior-level roles. Whether you're looking for a new challenge or a change in career, we have something for you.

To view our current openings, visit the State of Montana Careers website. You can search by job title, location, or keyword to find the perfect position for you.

View and Apply to Current Job Openings

To apply for a position with DLI, please visit the State of Montana Careers website and create an account and upload any required documents. Please refer to each specific job posting for more details on required documents and information needed in order to apply. Once you have created an account, you can search for open positions and apply for the ones that interest you.

If you need an accommodation with the application or hiring process, please contact the HR office or dial the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer job seeker services including assistance with submitting an online application.

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We look forward to hearing from you!

The state of Montana does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on their race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs, veteran status, military service, or retaliation.

We are committed to providing a fair and equitable workplace for all employees.

Current Openings

Location: Helena Postion Number(s): 66205093 If you like digging into systems, fixing bottlenecks, and helping teams perform at their best, you’ll feel at home in this role. As Section Manager, you’ll be responsible for the day to day operations behind key licensing and permitting services that businesses and professionals depend on. You’ll combine people leadership, process thinking, and data insights to deliver faster turnaround times and a better experience for the customers who count on us.
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Location: Helena Postion Number(s): 66205622 Montanans rely on licensed professionals every day—for safe medical care, ethical financial advice, quality construction, and more. The Compliance Specialist helps uphold that trust by making sure licensing laws and professional standards are applied consistently, fairly, and efficiently, safeguarding the public while helping licensees understand and meet their obligations. In this role, you blend investigative work, legal coordination, and direct customer service in a professional, mission-driven environment that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. You will gather facts, analyze evidence, and work with others to resolve real-world issues that affect both public safety and the livelihoods of licensed professionals.
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Location: Helena Postion Number(s): 66201403 Step into a role where your organizational skills and customer focus help Montana businesses grow and job seekers find new opportunities. In your role as Administrative Specialist, you’ll be the driving force behind the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program, connecting employers with valuable tax incentives while helping people who face hiring barriers get a fair chance at meaningful work. You’ll join a dynamic, supportive team that values innovation, collaboration, and results. Here, your attention to detail and commitment to quality work will directly strengthen Montana’s workforce and business community. This is a temporary position lasting up to one year from hire.
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Location: Helena Postion Number(s): 66201652 Are you a connector at heart who thrives on helping others reach their potential? Step into a role where your work directly fuels Montana’s growth. Join Job Service Helena as a Workforce Consultant and help power the 406 Jobs Initiative; Montana’s statewide effort to strengthen our workforce and communities. In this role, you’ll guide job seekers toward meaningful careers, partner with employers to build thriving teams, and play a hands-on part in growing Montana’s economy. If you’re ready to use your skills to create lasting impact close to home, take the next step with us and help shape Montana’s workforce future.
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Location: Helena Postion Number(s): 66204205 Step into the center of Montana’s workers’ compensation system and help move real cases forward. As the Administrative Assistant for the Dispute Resolution Unit, you will be the go to hub for petitions, mediation schedules, and case files that keep disputes on track. If you are organized, service minded, and ready to make a tangible difference for workers and employers across the state, apply today and help drive fair, timely resolutions in Montana.
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Location: Helena, Billings, Butte, Missoula, Kalispell, Bozeman, Great Falls Postion Number(s): 66204609 Step into a role where your work has a real impact on people’s lives in Montana. As an Employment Standards Division (ESD) Investigator with the Human Rights Bureau, you will make sure discrimination complaints are taken seriously, investigated thoroughly, and resolved with integrity so every Montanan knows their rights are protected.
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Location: Helena Postion Number(s): 66204002 Help Montana workers while building a career that puts your curiosity and problem-solving skills to work. As a Business Analyst in the Employment Standards Division’s Continuous Improvement Unit, you will turn real-world challenges into smarter systems, clearer information, and better experiences for the people we serve. If you are excited by untangling complex problems and seeing your ideas turn into visible, real-life improvements, this role keeps you close to the action.
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Location: Helena Postion Number(s): 66266820 Join our team as a Payroll Specialist and help keep the State of Montana’s operations running smoothly. In this pivotal role, you’ll ensure that employees are paid accurately and on time, supporting fair and lawful compensation practices statewide. Your attention to detail and commitment to service will strengthen confidence in our payroll systems and contribute to an efficient, accountable government that serves Montana communities.
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Location: Circle, Fort Peck, Glasgow, Glendive, Miles City, Poplar, Sidney, Wolf Point Postion Number(s): 66201106 Build Montana’s future—one apprentice at a time. 406Jobs is launching a Registered Apprenticeship Specialist position to supercharge opportunity and growth across Eastern Montana, connecting people, employers, and communities to high-impact, skills-based careers. In this role, you’ll be on the front lines of the 406Jobs Initiative, turning big ideas into real training programs that keep talent local, strengthen small town economies, and open doors for Montanans who’ve been left out of traditional pathways—including formerly incarcerated individuals and rural jobseekers.
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Location: Bozeman, Manhattan, Belgrade Postion Number(s): 66202325 Build Montana’s future—one apprentice at a time. 406Jobs is launching a Registered Apprenticeship Specialist position to supercharge opportunity and growth in Bozeman and the surrounding area, connecting people, employers, and communities to high-impact, skills-based careers. In this role, you’ll be on the front lines of the 406Jobs Initiative, turning big ideas into real training programs that keep talent local, strengthen small town economies, and open doors for Montanans who’ve been left out of traditional pathways—including formerly incarcerated individuals and rural jobseekers.
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Location: Missoula, Three Forks, Vaughn, Fairfield, Warm Springs, West Yellowstone, Dupuyer, Plains, Libby, Rollins, Dutton, Thompson Falls, Garrison, Browning, Heart Butte, Ravalli, Cut Bank, Virginia City, Lodge Grass, Butte, Ryegate, St Regis, Troy, White Sulphur Springs, Ennis, Ramsay, Drummond, Helena, Kalispell, Twin Bridges, Deer Lodge, Alberton, Lincoln, Clinton, Lakeside, Bridger, Evaro, Marion, Divide, Corvalis, Black Eagle, Whitefish, Cascade, Florence, Seeley Lake, Belgrade, Anaconda, Hamilton, Roy, Somers, Toston, Bozeman, Lolo, Great Falls, Stevensville, Big Sandy, Red Lodge, Billings, Polson, Denton, Laurel, Big Sky, Wisdom, Ronan, Sun River, Ferndale, Shepherd, Livingston, Dillon, Lima, Ulm, St Ignatius, Gallatin Gateway, Wolf Creek, Swan Lake, Fort Benton, Lewistown, Eureka, Monarch, East Helena, Charlo, Rogers Pass, Conrad, Hot Springs, Belt, Townsend, Fort Harrison, Augusta, Columbus, Superior, Philipsburg, Arlee, Havre, Emigrant, Big Timber, St Mary, Basin, Wilsall, McDonald Pass, East Glacier Park, Choteau, Boulder, Hardin, Harlowton, Shelby, Whitehall, West Glacier, Box Elder, Stanford, Manhattan Postion Number(s): 66202029 UI Contributions (aka tax) Field Representatives (aka auditors) provide regulatory compliance reviews and education to Montana employers and serve as a liaison between employers, third-party administrators (accounting firms, payroll providers, etc.) and UI Contributions. If you have accounting, payroll, and/or financial auditing experience and you enjoy working in a regulatory environment while serving the citizens of Montana, this job could be for you.
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