Construction Project Management Specialist

PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

DIRECTOR'S OFFICE

HELENA, MT

The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community, the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!

The Director's Office provides critical support to the department's executive team through communications, financial services, legal services, and human resources. The landscape of corrections is constantly evolving, and this team is at the forefront of managing this change on behalf of Montana citizens. Join us today!

The Montana Department of Corrections is seeking a highly organized Construction Project Management Specialist to lead and coordinate a large, active portfolio of construction and infrastructure projects that directly support safe, secure, and effective operations. This position is responsible for tracking and monitoring numerous projects simultaneously, maintaining schedules and risk controls, and ensuring issues are identified early and elevated for resolution. The specialist will regularly brief department leadership on project status, risks, and milestones; prepare concise written and verbal updates; and help drive timely decisions that keep projects on track and aligned with DOC operational needs.

A key function of this position is serving as the primary DOC liaison and project owner between the department, the Architecture and Engineering Division, contractors, internal facility staff, and other external partners. The specialist will coordinate meetings; document and follow up on action items; track progress on projects such as new housing units, program buildings, a new women's prison, facility remodels, roofing projects, and other capital improvements; and ensure DOC subject matter experts' requirements are clearly communicated and addressed. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a construction environment, managing details for a vast portfolio of concurrent projects, and proactively coordinating information flow so that DOC leadership stays informed and projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

Candidates with experience managing complex infrastructure projects and navigating regulatory or operational challenges are strongly encouraged to apply.

The hourly rate of this position will increase by $1.00 per hour or 2.5%, whichever is greater, effective July 1, 2026, in accordance with HB13.

QUALIFICATIONS

The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, or related field
• Two years of experience managing projects

Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

BENEFITS

Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.

State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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

To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a "Relevant File". In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

Successful applicants will be subject to:

• Criminal history check
• Child/patient/offender abuse registries
• Reference checks

The Department of Corrections 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, https://www.e-verify.gov/.

NOTICES

Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) - Any person who has 1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution; 2) been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or 3) been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in activity as described in the latter, are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free - The use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.