Executive Assistant

Job Description - Executive Assistant (26142462) Position Title Executive Assistant - (26142462) Division Overview The State’s Attorney’s Office in the Montana Department of Justice is dedicated to ensuring justice and upholding the rule of law on behalf of the people of Montana. The office includes the Solicitor General’s Office, Criminal Prosecution and Appellate Services, Civil Services and Consumer Protection. The functions within the office include defense of Montana’s laws as passed by the Legislature, constitutional challenges, determining legal sufficiency of ballot initiatives, prosecution of criminals, handling all phases of litigation from district court proceedings through appeal, and complex litigation of antitrust matters. Job Overview The Executive Assistant position is appointed in accordance with MCA 2-18-104 and serves as the administrative assistant to the Attorney General and the Chief of Staff within the Department of Justice. The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks, such as coordinating office functions, support services, scheduling, handling of all correspondence, screening phone calls, scheduling meetings and performing other miscellaneous support duties. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma Two years of experience performing a variety of office support or clerical work. Other combinations of education and experience may be substituted. Special Instructions The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant's qualification may include, but are not limited to, an evaluation of the résumé, a structured interview, performance test, academic transcripts, reference/background checks and fingerprint checks. Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant, but not requested, will not be considered. Security Checks Criminal History Fingerprint / Name-based Check Driving History Benefits Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays This Organization Participates in E-Verify Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply. 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 : Not Applicable Number of Openings 1 Employee Status Regular Schedule : Full-Time Job Type Standard Shift Day Job Travel Yes, 15 % of the Time Primary Location Helena Agency : Department of Justice Union : 000 - None Posting Date Sep 29, 2026, 5:40:08 PM Closing Date Oct 14, 2026, 5:59:00 AM Salary 24.00 - 29.00 Hourly Telework Eligibility Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility Health Insurance Paid Leave & Holidays Retirement Plan Contact Human Resources | View email address on click.appcast.io | View phone number on click.appcast.io Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application. State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr Water Resources Office