Child Support Investigator 2

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Job Description - Child Support Investigator 2 (26142599)Position Title:Child Support Investigator 2 - ( 26142599 )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 Child Support Services Division.The Child Support Services Division (CSSD) seeks to diligently pursue and ultimately achieve financial and medical support of children by establishing, enforcing, and increasing public awareness of parental obligations. The Child Support Investigator maintains a complex caseload (up to 500 cases) and provides state administered child support services.Why Join DPHHSOur mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to 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 w hether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.Qualifications for this Career OpportunityKnowledge of investigative principles, due process, administrative and judicial process.Knowledge of general collections principles and social service programs.Ability to analyze information, make decisions and solve problems.Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, business administration, public administration, social work, psychology, or related field.Three years job related experience, child support, general investigative or relevant collections experience.Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.Preferred:Additional InformationThis 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.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$31.09 - $31.09 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 PlanNumber of Openings1Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-TimeJob TypeStandardShiftDay JobTravelYes, 5 % of the TimePrimary LocationMissoula Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services Union : Montana Federation of Public EmployeesPosting DateOct 15, 2026, 12:56:27 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Oct 31, 2026, 5:59:00 AMRequired Application MaterialsCover Letter, Resume, ReferencesContact Name : Patrick Bauman | Contact Email : patrick.bauman@mt.gov | Contact Phone : 4064440656 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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Job Description - Child Support Investigator 2 (26142599)Position Title:Child Support Investigator 2 - ( 26142599 )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 Child Support Services Division.The Child Support Services Division (CSSD) seeks to diligently pursue and ultimately achieve financial and medical support of children by establishing, enforcing, and increasing public awareness of parental obligations. The Child Support Investigator maintains a complex caseload (up to 500 cases) and provides state administered child support services.Why Join DPHHSOur mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to 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 w hether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.Qualifications for this Career OpportunityKnowledge of investigative principles, due process, administrative and judicial process.Knowledge of general collections principles and social service programs.Ability to analyze information, make decisions and solve problems.Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, business administration, public administration, social work, psychology, or related field.Three years job related experience, child support, general investigative or relevant collections experience.Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.Preferred:Additional InformationThis 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.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$31.09 - $31.09 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 PlanNumber of Openings1Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-TimeJob TypeStandardShiftDay JobTravelYes, 5 % of the TimePrimary LocationMissoula Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services Union : Montana Federation of Public EmployeesPosting DateOct 15, 2026, 12:56:27 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Oct 31, 2026, 5:59:00 AMRequired Application MaterialsCover Letter, Resume, ReferencesContact Name : Patrick Bauman | Contact Email : patrick.bauman@mt.gov | Contact Phone : 4064440656 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr