Job Details

Description:

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Montana Mental Health Nursing Care Center as a Business Office Manager.

The Montana Mental Health Nursing Care Center (MMHNCC) provides nursing and psychiatric care for persons with a mental disorder that renders them unable to be served appropriately in a community setting. It is licensed as a 100-bed nursing facility.

The Business Office Manager serves as the Chief Financial Officer for the entire facility and is a key member of the facility management team. Key responsibilities include: 1) Provides solution focused strategies with budget findings/shortfalls to the management team; 2) Providers facility administrator with critical decision-making on issues that impact these areas; and 3) Provides leadership and direct supervision to 4.0 FTEs.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State 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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Behaviors):

Required for the first day of work:

•Knowledge of financial management, budget projections, and contract administration.

•Knowledge of business operation principles and practices.

•General knowledge of quality improvement practices and strategies.

•Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

•Facilitation, persuasion, and negotiation skills.

•Ability to exercise independent judgment and resolve complex situations.

•Ability to motivate and coach staff on strengths and areas of improvement.

•Effective leadership skills.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

•Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, public administration or related field.

•Five years financial management, leadership and business operations experience in a business or health care setting.

•Two years supervisory experience.

•Preferred knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

•Equivalent combinations of 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 is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. The first screening of candidates will take place on January 21, 2025.

Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Training Assignment: 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.