Project Director, Money Follows the Person

Job Description - Project Director, Money Follows the Person (26142532)

Position Title:

Project Director, Money Follows the Person - (26142532)

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov.

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Senior & Long Term Care Division.

This position administers the objectives of Montana's Community Services Bureau for the programmatic and financial oversight of the demonstration project. This is a grant funded position and is subject to renewal every two years.

This position plans, develops, implements and oversees the Money Follows the Person Demonstration Project targeted at developing and expanding improvement and access to home and community based care and Montana's long term supports and services system of access.

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 for this Career Opportunity

• Knowledge of long term care systems and services both community based and institutional.

• Ability to research and interpret Medicaid federal and state laws, rules and regulations.

• Knowledge of federal grant management.

• Knowledge of the budget process.

• Skill in developing training materials and program content.

• Meet minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Services or a closely related field.

• Three years of program experience working to promote community integration or working with long term care service delivery models for people with disabilities and/or the elderly.

• One year of supervisory experience required.

• Other combinations of related 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 grant-funded, currently approved through December 2028. Congressional reauthorization will determine the availability of ongoing funding.

This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

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: $

35.62 - 35.62 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

: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

: Helena

Other Locations

: Billings, Butte, Missoula, Kalispell, Great Falls Agency: Department of Public Health & Human Services Union: 000 - None

Posting Date

: Oct 6, 2026, 10:47:24 PM

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

: Nov 6, 2026, 12:29:00 PM

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume, References

Contact Name: Jamie Closson | Contact Email: Jamie.Closson@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-6413 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.