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[DOJ Logo - Can also use to return to the home page] Division Overview: Montana’sDivision of Criminal Investigationis a diverse public safety team of professionals who provide a full range of criminal investigative services to state, local, and tribal law enforcement. From homicide investigations to illegal narcotics, criminal records, cybercrime, human trafficking, missing persons, or through training and certifying public safety officers, DCI serves as the hub in providing critical law enforcement support. Our diverse customer base includes protecting our vulnerable population, managing the sexual and violent offender registry, serving as the hub of communication for criminal justice information networks and the storage of criminal records, conducting arson investigations, as well as providing intelligence analysis support for local law enforcement. Many of our positions within DCI go without public recognition but remain the lifeline of support for public safety. With a doctrine of service, honor, and justice, this statewide organization provides the best in critical, accurate, and timely service to protect our citizens. * * Job Overview: The Montana Department of Justice (DOJ) Missing Indigenous Persons Task Force Coordinator position will support the Montana Missing Indigenous Persons Task Force (MMIPTF) in their work. The MMIPTF is appointed by the Attorney General and is administratively attached to DOJ. The work of the task force includes: · Identifying causes related to indigenous people missing persons reporting; · Identifying strategies to decrease jurisdictional barriers in diverse law enforcement agencies; · Administer the Looping In Native Communities (LINC) grant program · Administer the Missing Persons Response Team training grant program; · Provide accurate information and data about missing persons in Montana; · Work to reduce the number of missing indigenous persons in Montana. · Providing formal recommendations to the Montana Legislature, Elected officials and state government departments. The coordinator will work with task force leaders to schedule meetings, keep a record of task force business and implement both grant processes. The job will include outreach and education in tribal communities and with tribal agencies, data analysis, report writing, and presentations all aimed at improving Montana’s response to identifying, reporting and locating missing American Indians and Alaska Natives. Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, sociology, or related fields. * Experience as support staff for boards, councils or other formal work groups. * Ability to plan meetings and events. * Experience with interdisciplinary, cross jurisdictional, rural, urban and tribal professionals in governmental and non-governmental agencies. * Demonstrated experience in program development, grant management, and the impact of crime on individuals, families and communities. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Demonstrated experience with responsive support of a council or board. * Experience with research of evidence based best practices, drafting policy and procedure, and writing legislative reports is required. * Data collection, management and analysis skills * Strong ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with diverse agencies. Preferred Qualifications: * * * Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or social services field. Successful applicant(s) will be subject to: * Criminal History Fingerprint Check * Intensive Background Check * Driving History HOW TO APPLY: * // /To be considered for this position, you must attach a résumé at the time of application/. Tip: When attaching your resume, you must mark the attachment as a “Relevant File”. _Your Résumé_: Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position. Include dates of employment (month & year- start & end) and the reason you left each job. A complete online state application is not required. To initiate an application, attach the résumé to be considered for this position. Failure to attach résumé will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further.Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. Please submit preference documentation to Terri Christianson at Terese.Christianson@mt.gov via File Transfer Service. To request an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office. Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits. * Medical, dental and vision coverage * Retirement plans * Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays * Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts * Employee Assistance Program State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. This Organization Participates in E-Verify. [E-Verify® Logo] Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply. * * * * Title: *Montana Missing Indigenous Persons (MMIP) Coordinator Location: Helena Requisition ID: 25140702

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