Recruiter - Human Resources Recruiting - Full Time

HR Recruiter - (26142357)

Why live in Helena, Montana? Helena is Montana’s capital city of about 35,000 people, surrounded by rolling hills and lofty mountains just below the Continental Divide, offering a quiet place to call home where small‑town living meets year‑round outdoor adventure. We know you have other work options, but we invite you to consider joining us at the State of Montana Department of Administration. As a customer service–focused organization, we provide centralized services, specialized support, and practical solutions to state agencies, boards, and commissions, as well as local governments across Montana. Our vision is to transform how government services are delivered and accessed, serving state government with effective, efficient, and customer‑driven solutions that benefit all Montanans.

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) within the Department of Administration is comprised of dedicated professionals who collaborate on various topics, support one another as a cohesive team, and uphold a high-trust environment with a touch of humor. Team members are afforded broad latitude to apply their HR expertise in a manner that best fits their personal style and the needs of individual managers. Our HR philosophy is deeply rooted in finding solutions and providing support for our managers in their respective missions.

(The Department of Administration is seeking an experienced Recruiter to manage the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing and attracting candidates to interviewing and collaborating on hiring decisions. This role works closely with department leadership and HR Business Partners to proactively identify hiring needs and ensure the organization attracts, hires, and retains top talent while maintaining a strong talent pipeline. Education and Experience Bachelor’s in human resources, business administration, public administration, or a related field; plus, three or more years of related work experience. If certification is not held at the time of hire, it must be obtained within six (6) months of starting the role.

Competencies Knowledge of Full-Cycle Recruitment: Understanding every stage of hiring, from initial job requisition and intake meetings to candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.

Knowledge of local, state, and federal labor regulations, equal opportunity guidelines, and non-discriminatory hiring practices.

Recruitment Technology: Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).

Ability to Screen resumes and job applications to identify qualified candidates by assessing applicants’ relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and state policies.

Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.

Maintain accurate candidate records and track recruitment metrics.

Influence through strong working relationships, expertise, and data and can effectively support a complex set of stakeholders.

Health Coverage

Retirement plans

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays

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

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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.

Salary: $ 31.00 - 34.00 Hourly Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings : 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time

Shift : Day Job

Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time

Department of Administration Union: 000 - None

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Oct 5, 2026, 12:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials: gov | Contact Phone: 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.

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