Agency IT Officer

Job Description - Agency IT Officer (26142839)

Position Title:

Agency IT Officer - (26142839)

About the Department

This centralized State Information Technology Services Division (SITSD) position within the Department of Administration provides direct IT support to the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC). The successful candidate will work onsite at DNRC and will support its employees. Learn more about DNRC here.

The State Information Technology Services Division''s (SITSD) vision is to provide exceptional experiences through technology provided by empowered people, secure interactions, and valued services to support the needs of the state and citizens of Montana. We offer an innovative and collaborative work environment where employees are valued and supported. In addition, our employees have the opportunity to be involved in some of the most exciting and innovative IT projects and initiatives in development within Montana state government.

What is this career opportunity?

SITSD is looking for an Agency IT Officer for DNRC. The position is responsible for coordinating DNRC's Information Technology to ensure IT strategy and services meet the business needs of the DNRC programs. The Agency IT Officer provides overall vision, direction, management and innovation to the Office of Information Technology (OIT), programs within it and supports IT-related collaboration department-wide. OIT strives to provide quality, cost effective information technology solutions for DNRC to fulfill its mission by delivering network and client support, application and process development, data and systems management, and GIS services. The Divisions are the primary customers for OIT services, as such the Agency IT Officer must collaborate with them to develop approaches and offer solutions to the challenges they face to deliver service to Montanans. This position reports to the State Information Technology Services Division (SITSD) and works in close partnership with DNRC executive leadership, who provide day-to-day direction on department priorities, projects, and service needs.

What are we looking for?

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field, five years of IT systems experience, and three years of senior level management experience.

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following qualifying skills:

• Knowledge of information management and IT systems principles, including business intelligence platforms, application development and support, help desk operations, and information asset management.
• Knowledge of systems security practices, and state and federal laws, rules and policies governing information management.
• Knowledge of project and program management methodologies, including risk mitigation, internal standards and controls, and IT best practices.
• Skill in developing short- and long-term strategic plans that align technology with agency mission and goals.
• Skill in communicating IT strategy and technical implications, both verbally and in writing, to senior management and stakeholders.
• Skill in hiring, supervising, mentoring, and developing managers and staff, including performance management and discipline.
• Ability to establish goals and priorities and adjust operations as business needs change.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders while representing both the Department of Administration and DNRC and make sound technical decisions while empowering program managers.

If you have a combination of the skills outlined above and a desire to serve Montanans, we encourage you to apply.

Does this sound like you? Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please explain why you want to join our team to work in this position. (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 with our agency?

Ø Look here to see the additional benefits! They include:

o Work/life Balance

o Health Coverage

o Retirement plans

o Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays

o And more…

Ø Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Other important information to be aware of.

• This position requires 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.
• In this position you will be afforded the opportunity to telework, however there will be required weekly in office day(s) in Helena. Specific conditions will be outlined as part of the job offer and must adhere to state policy.
• This agency participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here.

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.

Salary: $

125,000.00 - 125,000.00 Yearly

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

: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

: Helena

Agency: Department of Administration Union: 000 - None

Posting Date

: Nov 13, 2026, 3:19:31 AM

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

: Nov 27, 2026, 12:29:00 PM

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name: Megan M. Stearman | Contact Email: Megan.Stearman2@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-4620 Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the 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.