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State of Montana Block Grant Section Supervisor (32689) in Helena, Montana
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Addictive and Mental Disorders Division (AMDD), Prevention Bureau. This position works for Addictive and Mental Disorders Division. The Block Grant Section Supervisor oversees the Substance Abuse and the Mental Health Block Grants in the Prevention Bureau. This position is responsible for managing the budget, spending, and reporting and overseeing the contracting and compliance of federal requirements for block grant funds. This position is responsible for the fiscal management of a multi-million dollar annual budget, that includes initiating and monitoring subrecipient contracts, budget, and invoiced expenses; projecting expenditures for all programs within the section; identifying potential challenges and proposed solutions related to contracted services, program budget and grant spend-down; taking the actions necessary to keep expenditures within budget; and ensuring compliance with Federal requirements and Terms and Conditions of all grants within the section. Responsibilities include supervision, oversight, consultation, management of AMDD Prevention Bureau state funded and federally funded grants and contracted services, providing support to staff, contractors, and other partners. This position ensures compliance with multiple complex federal and state regulations, and establishes goals, objectives, and priorities for program activity. * * Why Join DPHHS * * Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. TheState 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 federal grant management, federal fiscal monitoring, and federal grant requirements. * Knowledge of quality assurance and quality improvement principles, practices, and review processes. * Knowledge of federal and state contracting policies, mandates, directives, and intents. * Knowledge of federal and state budgeting processes. * Meet minimum qualifications: o Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Communication, or health or health-related fields. o Two years of professional experience. o One year of supervisory experience managing professional staff.* o Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.* * * 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. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. * Cover Letter * Resume * References Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. 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 DPHHS Human Resources listed below. Additional Information This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy. This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. The first screening of candidates will take place on July 1, 2024. *Title: *Block Grant Section Supervisor (32689) Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24141786