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State of Montana

<div><div><b>Director</b> <b>-</b> <b>(</b><b>25142814</b><b>)</b></div><div></div><div><p><br>
The Montana Office of the Public Defender is seeking a Director. We&rsquo;re seeking a candidate with strong leadership, change management, and analytical skills with a passion for public service and the ability to lead a statewide organization.</p><p>
The Director manages the state public defender system and directs and implements initiatives in support of the agency&rsquo;s mission to ensure equal access to justice for Montana&rsquo;s indigent. The Office of the Public Defender consists of four offices: Central Services, State Public Defender Office, Appellate Defender Office, and Conflict Office. The director does not manage or direct litigation strategy. The director reports to the Director of the Department of Administration and the Governor.</p><p><b>
Duties:</b></p><div><b>
Supervision </b>&ndash; Manage the statewide public defender system. Hire the public defender, appellate defender, conflict defender, and central services division administrators. Establish and evaluate qualifications, duties, and compensation for division administrators. Establish and direct an agency-wide performance evaluation process. Responsible for developing a positive and supportive workplace culture focused on client outcomes.</div><div></div><div><br>
</div><div><b>Policy Management, Planning, and Budget</b> &ndash; Manage agency strategic planning and reporting process. Ensure agency delivers quality public defender services while operating within budget constraints. Implement policies, procedures, controls, and standards which promote efficiency and align with agency strategic plans. Establish a consistent and effective process for managing excess caseloads.</div><div></div><div><br>
</div><div><b>Public Relations </b>&ndash; Represent the interests of the Office of the Public Defender at meetings, events, and in the media. Actively seek grants and awards from the federal government and other sources. Develop partnerships with prosecutors, judges, law enforcement, corrections, elected officials, non-profit organizations, and other interest groups.</div><div></div><div><br>
</div><div><b>Legislative Management</b> &ndash; Represent the Office of the Public Defender during legislative sessions and at interim committee hearings. Direct legislative executive planning process and seek approval for agency budget. Provide interpretation and guidance on pending legislation. Confer with legislators and officials to promote effective legislative outcomes for Montana&rsquo;s indigent persons.</div></div><div></div><div><div><b><br>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</b><br>
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This position requires the following:<br>
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<ul><li>strong leadership and change management skills;</li><li>strong relationship-building and communication skills;</li><li>extensive knowledge of personnel and budget management;</li><li>knowledge and experience in public administration, public relations, government organization, lobbying, state budgeting, and legislative processes;</li><li>strong negotiation, analytical, problem solving, organization, and decision-making skills;</li><li>demonstrated commitment to the mission of Public Defender system;</li><li>ability to effectively manage and respond to politically sensitive and controversial issues and handle public criticism; and</li><li>general knowledge of the legal system, including knowledge of issues affecting indigent persons</li></ul></div><p><b>
Education and Experience:</b><br>
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This position requires a Juris Doctor and at least 5 years of administrative-level public sector management experience. Experience with a poverty-based program is preferred.</p><div>
The successful candidate must be licensed to practice law in the state of Montana.<br>
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<b>Required Application Materials:</b><br>
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Please submit the following documents through the State of Montana Careers website:<br>
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<ul><li>Cover letter</li><li>Resume</li></ul><br>
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Additional Information:</b><br>
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<ul><li>The successful candidate may choose whether to work primarily in the Helena or Butte office. Statewide travel is required.</li></ul></div><ul><li>Relocation expenses are not available for this position.</li><li>Applicant names may be disclosed to the public upon request. For those applicants selected as finalists, names, and other information about the applicants&rsquo; backgrounds and qualifications may be disclosed to the public through a press release.</li><li>For further information regarding the Office of the Public Defender, see the Montana Public Defender Act (Title 47, M.C.A.)</li><li>The State of Montana offers vacation, sick leave, and holidays as well as full health and dental benefits, life insurance, and retirement.</li></ul><div><br>
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Applicant Pool Statement</b><b>:</b> If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.<div>
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Training Assignment</b><b>:</b> 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.<div></div><div><br>
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Salary: $</b> 140,000.00 - 159,899.00 Yearly<div></div><div><br>
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Telework Eligibility</b><b>:</b> Not Telework Eligible<div>
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Benefits Package Eligibility</b><b>:</b> Health Insurance, Paid Leave &amp; Holidays, Retirement Plan<div></div><div><br>
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Number of Openings</b><b>:</b> 1<div>
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Employee Status</b><b>:</b> Regular<div>
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Schedule</b><b>:</b> Full-Time<div>
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Job Type</b><b>:</b> Standard<div>
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Shift</b><b>:</b> Day Job<div>
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Travel</b><b>:</b> Yes, 10 % of the Time<div></div><div><br>
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Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Helena<div></div><div><br>
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Agency</b><b>:</b> Office of Public Defender<div>
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Union</b><b>:</b> 000 - None<div></div><div><br>
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Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Dec 1, 2025, 11:25:05 AM<div>
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Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)</b>: Dec 15, 2025, 12:59:00 AM<div>
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Required Application Materials</b><b>:</b> Cover Letter, Resume<div></div><div><br>
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Contact Name</b><b>:</b> Lisa Coligan | <b>Contact Email</b><b>:</b> lcoligan@mt.gov | <b>Contact Phone</b><b>:</b> 406-444-3854</div></div><p></p>

Director

<div><div><b>Dentist Part-time</b> <b>-</b> <b>(</b><b>25142746</b><b>)</b></div><div></div><div><p><b><br>
DENTAL PART-TIME</b></p><p><b>
MONTANA STATE PRISON</b></p><p><b>
DEER LODGE, MT</b></p><p></p><p>
The<b> Montana Department of Corrections (DOC)</b> 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!</p><p>
The Montana State Prison Dental Department is seeking a dedicated and skilled <b>Dentist</b> to join our healthcare team in delivering high-quality preventive and comprehensive dental care to incarcerated adult male offenders.</p><p>
As part of the facility's healthcare services, the Dental Department provides a full spectrum of dental procedures&mdash;from routine cleanings and preventive care to complex restorative and prosthetic treatments. Working under the direction of the Director of Dental Services, the Dentist will serve a population of over 1,500 incarcerated adult males.</p><ul><li><p>
Provide comprehensive dental services, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and execution of care.</p></li><li><p>
Examine patients and diagnose dental/oral health conditions.</p></li><li><p>
Prescribe and perform appropriate dental treatments.</p></li><li><p>
Make impressions and measurements for dental appliances such as dentures, partials, and bridges.</p></li><li><p>
Ensure all care complies with the Department&rsquo;s administrative rules, agency policies, procedures, and the standards of the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC).</p></li></ul></div><div></div><div><p><b><br>
QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><p>
The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:</p><ul><li><p>
Graduate of an accredited Commission on Dental accreditation (CODA)-approved dental school.</p></li><li><p>
Five years of active practice with no less than 3000 hours of clinical direct patient care.</p></li><li><p>
Licensed by the Montana Board of Dentistry.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.</p><p><b>
BENEFITS</b></p><p>
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous<b> </b>State of Montana Benefits.</p><p>
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.</p><p></p><p><b>
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS</b></p><p>
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.</p><p></p><p>
To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a &ldquo;Relevant File&rdquo;. 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.</p><p></p><p>
Successful applicants will be subject to:</p><ul><li><p>
Criminal history check</p></li><li><p>
Child/patient/offender abuse registries</p></li><li><p>
Reference checks</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
NOTICES</b></p><p><b>
Prison Rape Elimination Act -</b> Any person who has 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 any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.</p><p></p><p><b>
Tobacco Free - </b>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.</p><div><br>
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Applicant Pool Statement</b><b>:</b> If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.<div>
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Training Assignment</b><b>:</b> 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.<div></div><div><br>
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Salary: $</b> 92.04 - 92.04 Hourly<div></div><div><br>
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Telework Eligibility</b><b>:</b> Not Telework Eligible<div>
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Benefits Package Eligibility</b><b>:</b> Health Insurance, Paid Leave &amp; Holidays, Retirement Plan<div></div><div><br>
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Number of Openings</b><b>:</b> 1<div>
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Employee Status</b><b>:</b> Regular<div>
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Schedule</b><b>:</b> Part-Time<div>
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Job Type</b><b>:</b> Standard<div>
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Shift</b><b>:</b> Day Job<div>
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Travel</b><b>:</b> Yes, 5 % of the Time<div></div><div><br>
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Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Deer Lodge<div></div><div><br>
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Agency</b><b>:</b> Department of Corrections<div>
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Union</b><b>:</b> 000 - None<div></div><div><br>
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Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Nov 26, 2025, 1:48:29 PM<div>
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Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)</b>: Dec 15, 2025, 12:59:00 AM<div>
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Required Application Materials</b><b>:</b> Cover Letter, Resume<div></div><div><br>
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Contact Name</b><b>:</b> Paula Plattner | <b>Contact Email</b><b>:</b> paula.plattner@mt.gov | <b>Contact Phone</b><b>:</b> 406-415-6203</div></div><p></p>

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