Project Management Specialist

Job Description - Project Management Specialist (26141258)

Position Title:

Project Management Specialist - (26141258)

Why should you keep reading and consider working here?

The Montana Board of Crime Control's (MBCC) mission is to proactively contribute to public safety, crime prevention and victim assistance through planning, policy development and coordination of the justice system in partnership with citizens, government and communities in Montana. In support of this mission, MBCC is comprised of twenty-one dedicated employees possessing a shared vision of public service for Montana's most vulnerable citizens. To support and inform the work of the MBCC, Montana's Statistical Analysis Center (SAC) is housed within the Board. The SAC collects, analyzes, and reports statistics on crime and justice to all levels of government, and manages grants to improve criminal justice data quality and to support criminal justice research.

What is this career opportunity?

The Project Management Specialist, housed in the SAC, serves as a project lead for the Criminal Justice Data Warehouse (JDW) project authorized through the 2023 Montana Legislative Session. The JDW contributes to the comprehensive and cohesive criminal justice system to aid efforts in resource allocation, policy changes, and aims to enhance outcomes for both offenders and crime victims. More information on this critical project can be found HERE.

The Project Management Specialist will be responsible for duties such as:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of the integrated data warehouse project;
• Serve as a primary point of contact between participating agencies and vendors;
• Partner or collaborate with multiple stakeholder organizations, agencies, and vendors (e.g., criminal justice entities across all 56 counties, state level agencies, and 10+ different vendors);
• Facilitate regular stakeholder meetings, status updates, and decision-making sessions;
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with local law enforcement, state agencies, and vendor partners;
• Translate technical requirements into actionable plans for non-technical stakeholders;
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, risk assessments, and resource allocations;
• Track milestones and deliverables using project management tools;
• Prepare progress reports, documentation, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders; and
• Support grant reporting and performance measurement as needed.

If you want to join a small state agency with a positive work culture built on a shared desire to serve citizens of Montana, don't hesitate to apply!

Additional benefits for eligible candidates:

• This position is eligible for part-time telework opportunity following a period of training. Weekly in-office days are required.

What are we looking for?

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, or related field.
• 8 years of experience managing projects.
• Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-agency and/or multi-vendor projects.

Preference will be given to candidates with specific experience:

• PMP or similar project management certification;
• Experience with criminal justice agencies and/or data systems; and/or
• Effective facilitation experience and ability to influence.

Competencies:

Ability to:

• Communicate complex ideas to a broad array of audiences

• Navigate stakeholder complexities to maintain project momentum

• Establish and maintain effective professional relationships

• Prioritize a complex workload and meet project deadlines

• Juggle many multiple stakeholder groups in a large project (over 50 unique entities)

• Ensure risks associated with project activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled.

Does this sound like a fit for you?

Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume and cover letter. (Please note: You do not need to complete the "work experience" or the "education & certifications" portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)

What can you expect from us in return for your work at our agency?

• Benefits include:
• Work/life Balance
• Health Coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays
• And more…

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

Other important information to be aware of.

• This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

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: Not Applicable

Salary: $

42.92 - 43.26 Hourly

Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time

Job Type

: Standard

Shift

: Day Job

Travel

: No

Primary Location

: Helena

Agency: Board of Crime Control Union: 000 - None

Posting Date

: May 7, 2026, 1:05:38 AM

Closing Date (based on your computer''s timezone)

: May 21, 2026, 11:29:00 AM

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name: Chelsea Gates | Contact Email: Chelsea.Gates2@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 4064444162 The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency''s HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.