21St Century Community Learning Center Program Specialist (01203)

This first review of applications will be September 18, 2026. Please submit the following required documents on the State of Montana Careers website:

• Resume - Please include dates of employment and your supervisor's name/phone number for each position.

For a complete job description, please email opi.careers@mt.gov

This position is eligible for full-time telework within the State of Montana

To be considered for this position, you must reside in Montana.

Why you would enjoy working here; Office of Public Instruction employees are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to leading and supporting our education system. We house a diverse collection of experiences with the 200 unique individuals we employ. Our specialists further OPI's purpose with applicable knowledge in education, health, research and analysis, nutrition, finance, administration, human resources, licensing and regulation, information technology, and many others. We are proud to serve 149,000 students pre-K to grade 12, their parents and guardians, 400 school districts, 16,000 educational professionals, and 3,000 adult learners.

Benefits of working for OPI:

• Work/life balance
• Family friendly
• Dedicated and caring colleagues
• Health coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)
• Opportunities and room for professional growth
• Public service loan forgiveness-Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

Job Overview:

The 21st Century Community Learning Center (21CCLC) Program Specialist provides statewide leadership, administrative oversight, and fiscal management for Montana's out of school time programs. This role ensures alignment with state and federal standards while driving innovative, community-partnered educational strategies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors):

• Knowledge of research to find science-based effective practices and service delivery models

• Ability to implement and evaluate innovative health education strategies or innovative program service delivery models on a statewide basis; revamp or revise researched models to fit Montana specific sub-populations

• Ability to develop program objectives

• Ability to evaluate program per job related competencies that contribute to success in job performance

• Keeps current on professional and technical knowledge

• Ability to speak effectively in a professional manner

• Ability to write effectively in a professional manner

• Self-directed in managing statewide projects, meeting strict reporting deadlines, and taking ownership of outcomes

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field

• Three years of experience in out of school time program administration or grant administration

• Other combinations of education and experience will be on a case-by-case basis

Does this sound like you?

Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume online, including any veterans or disability preference documentation. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process.

OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

This position is in the TRS retirement system.