🚀 Human Resource Partner

Job Description

Human Resource Partner )

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Office of Human Resources (OHR).

The purpose of this position is to be the single point of contact and service provider for the Montana Veteran's Home in Columbia Falls for all OHR services; recruitment and selection, job descriptions, unemployment insurance, position management, compensation, training assignments, Family Medical Leave (FMLA), workers compensation, early return to work, safety, labor relations, training, EEO, Civil Rights, employee relations, classification/career ladders/organizational analysis, performance management/discipline, ADA and related policy.

This position is not telework eligible and requires a full-time office presence.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Knowledge of Human Resources principles and practices related to recruitment and selection, labor and employee relations, employee development, performance management, discipline, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and policy development
• Knowledge of financial management and budgeting.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Skill developing training program content, materials, and learning aids.
• Strong writing and presentations skills.
• Ability to research, compile, and analyze data from multiple sources to identify and resolve a wide variety of issues and problems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to coach and motivate others to improve their knowledge and skills.
• Knowledge and ability to use software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Required for the first day of work:

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, Human Resources, or related.
• Three years of job-related work experience involving HR services, such as classification, compensation, recruitment and selection, performance management, interpreting employment policy and law, labor relations or related.
• Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Other

This position is required to be a State of Montana Certified Classifier. If the successful candidate is not yet a Certified Classifier, you will be required to take the training and testing to become certified.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website:

• Resume

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact Travis House at

Additional Information

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

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.

Salary

$34.05 - 35.05 hourly.

Benefits Package Eligibility

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan.

Job Type

Standard.

Shift

Day.

Travel

Yes, 5% of the time.

Primary Location

Columbia Falls. Agency: Department of Public Health & Human Services. Union: 000 - None.

Posting Date

October 14, 2025, 4:46:49 PM.

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter, Resume.

Contact

Contact Name: Kellie | Contact Email: Richetti | Contact Phone: .

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.

Number of Openings

1.

Employee Status

Regular Schedule: Full-Time.

EEO Statement

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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