Project Management Specialist

Our services impact EVERY Montanan! Mission Statement To be the nation’s most citizen oriented, efficiently administered, state tax agency. The Montana Department of Revenue administers nearly 40 state taxes, oversees property appraisals, and regulates alcohol, cannabis, and unclaimed property programs. The Cannabis and Alcohol Regulation Division enforces regulatory laws, distributes distilled spirits, and promotes responsible use of alcohol and cannabis. What We Can Offer You The State of Montana’s comprehensive benefits package includes: Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long-term disability. The State currently contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits. Free health care for employees and eligible family member at Montana Health Centers. Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well-being coaching, financial information, which are free resources. Retirement plans- The State currently contributes 9.17 %, vested after 5 years of continuous employment. Paid vacation- starting at 15 days a year. Sick leave- 12 days a year. 11 holidays, including a floating holiday, which can be used any time. Flexible hours. Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Revenue. Duties Job Overview This position resides in the Cannabis and Alcohol Regulation Division of Department of Revenue. The Management Analyst provides leadership and direction for division research, analysis, and project management. The incumbent plans and implements division projects and programs to meet the division’s needs, goals and objectives; provides technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders. The position reports to the unit manager of the management analyst unit. Knowledge Principles and practices of revenue program administration Applicable state and federal regulations, statutes, and policies Public Information and education Presentation methods and techniques Concepts and theories of public administration and communication Budgeting Business and management principles Operation and program planning Computers and database management including state and department information systems Skills Research and analysis Accuracy and attention to detail Conflict resolution & customer service Microsoft programs and other database applications Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication You would be a great fit for this position Demonstrate self-motivation Follow instructions Provide timely, customer service Handling multiple priorities under deadlines To be considered for any DOR position, applicants must complete and submit their application online and upload any required documents. Successful applicants are required to successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s). DOR is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources. (View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io) (All computer systems and tax guidelines will be trained on the job.) Required Application Materials Please submit the following application material: Resume Complete state application Submissions incomplete or missing relevant materials will not be reviewed or considered. 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. Special Requirements Criminal Background Check . Circumstances involving convictions will be reviewed Tax status must be current. Circumstances involving tax status issues will be reviewed Working Conditions Work hours may exceed 40 hours from time to time, including weekends. Office environment. Lifting is infrequent, less than 15 pounds. Some travel may be required, must have a valid driver’s license. Remote/Telework This position may be eligible to work from an approved worksite; however, the successful candidate must be a primary resident of Montana as a condition of employment. This position would be required to report to the Department of Revenue office assigned by the supervisor. Employees must meet and sustain Department of Revenue telework eligibility requirements and supervisor’s approval to participate in the DOR Telework Program. Full-time teleworking is not available. 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. The Department of Revenue 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, Successful applicants are required to successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s). Education / Experience The above competencies are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to: Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, accounting, mathematics, statistics, finance, economics or closely related field Five years of experience in customer relations, distribution, program planning analysis, and/or policy development including two years of supervision and/or management experience. Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr