Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Advisory Council Coordinator

Job Description - Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Advisory Council Coordinator (26142004)

Position Title:

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Advisory Council Coordinator - (26142004)

Division Overview:

Montana's Division of Criminal Investigation is a diverse public safety team of professionals who provide a full range of criminal investigative services to state, local, and tribal law enforcement. From homicide investigations to illegal narcotics, criminal records, cybercrime, human trafficking, missing persons, or through training public safety officers, DCI serves as the hub in providing critical law enforcement support. The professionals within DCI are the lifeline of support for public safety. With a doctrine of service, honor, and justice, this statewide organization provides the best in critical, accurate, and timely service to protect our citizens.

Job Overview:

The Montana Department of Justice (DOJ) Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Advisory Council Coordinator position will support the Montana Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Advisory Council (MMIPAC) in their work. The MMIPAC is appointed by the Attorney General and is administratively attached to DOJ. The work of the Advisory Council includes:

• Identifying causes related to indigenous people missing persons reporting;
• Identifying strategies to decrease jurisdictional barriers in diverse law enforcement agencies;
• Administering the Missing Persons Response Team training grant program;
• Providing accurate information and data about missing persons in Montana;
• Working to reduce the number of missing indigenous persons in Montana.
• Providing formal recommendations to the Montana Legislature, Elected officials and state government departments.

The coordinator will work with Advisory Council leaders to schedule meetings, maintain a record of Council business and implement grant processes. The job will include outreach and education in tribal communities and with tribal agencies, testifying at legislative hearings, data analysis, report writing, and presentations all aimed at improving Montana's response to identifying, reporting and locating missing American Indians and Alaska Natives. This position requires high levels of organization, planning, partnership building, and public speaking.

The coordinator will be exposed to confidential criminal justice information, will be subject of an intensive background check, and is responsible for becoming Criminal Justice Information Network (CJIN) certified within the first two months of hire.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, or related fields.

• Experience as support staff for boards, councils or other formal work groups.

• Ability to plan meetings and events.

• Experience with interdisciplinary, cross jurisdictional, rural, urban and tribal professionals in governmental and non-governmental agencies.

• Demonstrated experience in program development, grant management, and the impact of crime on individuals, families and communities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience with responsive support of a council or board.
• Experience with research of evidence based best practices, drafting policy and procedure, and writing legislative reports is required.
• Data collection, management and analysis skills
• Strong ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with diverse agencies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or social services field.

Special Instructions:

The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant''s qualification may include, but are not limited to, an evaluation of the résumé and cover letter, a structured interview, performance test, academic transcripts, reference/background checks and fingerprint checks.

Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant, but not requested, will not be considered.

Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:

• Criminal History Fingerprint Check
• Intensive Background Check
• Driving History

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for this position, you must attach a resume at the time of application.

Tip: When attaching your resume, you must mark the attachment as a "Relevant File".

Your Resume: Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position. Include dates of employment (month & year- start & end) and the reason you left each job.

A complete online state application is not required. To initiate an application, attach the resume to be considered for this position. Failure to attach résumé will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further.

Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.

All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. Please submit preference documentation to Terri Christianson at Terese.Christianson@mt.gov via File Transfer Service .

To request an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office.

Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement plans
• Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program

State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

This Organization Participates in E-Verify.

Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply.

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: $

26.00 - 26.00 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, 25 % of the Time

Primary Location

: Helena

Agency: Department of Justice Union: 000 - None

Posting Date

: Aug 4, 2026, 11:15:51 PM

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

: Aug 19, 2026, 11:29:00 AM

Required Application Materials: Resume

Contact Name: DOJ Human Resources | Contact Email: DOJCSDHR@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-5528 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.