Area Office Manager

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for two Area Administrative Assistant (AAA) for the Butte and Bozeman office. This position is responsible for administering and coordinating the operations, services, and administrative systems of the Area Office; coordinating and processing area accounting and budget operations; and administering and coordinating office functions and customer support services (e.g., permitting and traveler information) for the Area Office. The position reports to the District Financial Officer and is responsible for supervision of technical and clerical staff (e.g., Payroll/Benefits Technician, Accounting Clerk, and Administrative Support).

For a full job description, please contact Joyce Ayre at jayre@mt.gov

Benefits of working for the Montana Department of Transportation and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance

• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Benefits apply on first day of employment

• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families

• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

Minimum Qualifications:

• An associate degree or two-year certificate in accounting, business administration, computers or a related field. Related fields include Public Administration, Computer Science, Construction Project Management, Contract Administration, etc.

• 2 (two) years of experience in office management, accounting, and budget monitoring AND

• 1 (one) year of supervision or team lead experience.

• Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.

Required Application Materials:

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as "Relevant."

If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative - jayre@mt.gov

Other Information:

• Top candidates will be invited to participate in a behavioral-based interview prior to final selection.

• This position is a nonexempt position. Hourly rate $29.00.

• Top candidate will select preferred working location, Butte and/or Bozeman.

• Alternative reporting location may be considered depending on applicant pool.

• This position belongs to the MFPE bargaining unit. Bargaining applicants will have preference. The successful candidate will receive more information about the union and the option to join the union during the onboarding process.

• The successful candidate must pass a background check as a condition of employment.

• Driver's license record will be verified.

• The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

• The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.