The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Operations Services Division. The Operations Project Manager (OPM) is responsible for managing multiple and complex projects for the department. The OPM is responsible for managing multiple projects concurrently, ensuring that project plans are effectively implemented and executed. This position will work on projects related to operations functions aimed at improving operational efficiency that will include, designing business protocol space planning as it pertains to capital complex and other lease arrangements across the state and other remote of office workplace planning for DPHHS. Other projects related to operational efficiency for the DPHHS workforce will be assigned as needed. Other responsibilities include: 1) Designs work breakdown structures and related documents such as department-wide change implementation plans, communications plans and status up-dates; 2) Determine project goals and identify project scope within broad parameters provided by and in coordination with upper management and the Operations Services and Business and Financial Services Division and make detailed plans to accomplish these goals; This position acts on behalf and at the request of the Chief Financial and Operations Officer in directing assignments and workstreams. * * 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 * * * Experience in state leasing laws and policies. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both orally and in writing. * Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. * Skill in public speaking. * Ability to analyze information and evaluate the results to develop an action plan. * Meet minimum qualifications: o Bachelor’s degree in communication, writing, organizational development, business administration or related field. o Fiveyears of combined job-related work experience in communicating, facilitating, and directing/managing projects. o Experience working with policy development and/or organizational change preferred.* o Other combinations of 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 may be eligible for a statutory $1.50 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024. This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. *Title: *Operations Project Manager Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24140238