Program Services Bureau Chief

PROGRAMMING SERVICES BUREAU CHIEFHelena, MTThe Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) creates a safer Montana through accountability, rehabilitation, and empowerment. The Rehabilitative and Enterprise Division ensures the physical and mental well‑being of inmates, delivers educational and vocational opportunities, and oversees community facilities assisting offenders' reintegration.The Programming Services Bureau Chief leads statewide programming, treatment, and case‑management services, shaping and improving outcomes across state and contracted facilities. The role sets vision, develops strategy, leads compliance, manages programs and budgets, and mentors staff to ensure consistent, high‑quality services.ResponsibilitiesLead and oversee statewide programming, treatment, and case‑management operations.Drive strategy, set goals, and measure outcomes to improve system‑wide performance.Ensure quality, compliance, and consistency across all facilities.Partner with state agencies, providers, and stakeholders to enhance services.Represent DOC with legislators, leadership, and the public.Oversee program policies, budgets, and performance metrics.Lead, mentor, and develop a team of professionals.Manage contracts and expand partnerships for critical services.QualificationsBachelor's degree in a discipline related to programming, behavioral health, social services, public administration, or human services.Licensure in a behavioral health field or the ability and commitment to become licensed within 3 years of hire.At least 3 years of program administration or program management experience.At least 3 years of supervisory experience of professional staff.Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.BenefitsHealth insurance, paid leave & holidays, retirement plan, and hourly wage of $47.52.Compliance & NoticesApplicants must meet all requirements of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA). Tobacco use is prohibited in Department of Corrections facilities.Successful applicants will be subject to criminal history check, reference checks, and E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility.Equal Employment OpportunityThe State of Montana 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, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.#J-18808-Ljbffr

PROGRAMMING SERVICES BUREAU CHIEFHelena, MTThe Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) creates a safer Montana through accountability, rehabilitation, and empowerment. The Rehabilitative and Enterprise Division ensures the physical and mental well‑being of inmates, delivers educational and vocational opportunities, and oversees community facilities assisting offenders' reintegration.The Programming Services Bureau Chief leads statewide programming, treatment, and case‑management services, shaping and improving outcomes across state and contracted facilities. The role sets vision, develops strategy, leads compliance, manages programs and budgets, and mentors staff to ensure consistent, high‑quality services.ResponsibilitiesLead and oversee statewide programming, treatment, and case‑management operations.Drive strategy, set goals, and measure outcomes to improve system‑wide performance.Ensure quality, compliance, and consistency across all facilities.Partner with state agencies, providers, and stakeholders to enhance services.Represent DOC with legislators, leadership, and the public.Oversee program policies, budgets, and performance metrics.Lead, mentor, and develop a team of professionals.Manage contracts and expand partnerships for critical services.QualificationsBachelor's degree in a discipline related to programming, behavioral health, social services, public administration, or human services.Licensure in a behavioral health field or the ability and commitment to become licensed within 3 years of hire.At least 3 years of program administration or program management experience.At least 3 years of supervisory experience of professional staff.Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.BenefitsHealth insurance, paid leave & holidays, retirement plan, and hourly wage of $47.52.Compliance & NoticesApplicants must meet all requirements of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA). Tobacco use is prohibited in Department of Corrections facilities.Successful applicants will be subject to criminal history check, reference checks, and E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility.Equal Employment OpportunityThe State of Montana 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, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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