Child Support Investigator 2 (05155) at State of Montana

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity Knowledge 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. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Meet minimum qualifications:o Bachelors degree in criminal justice business administration public administration social work psychology or related field.o Three years job related experience child support general investigative or relevant collections experience.o Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Preferred:o Child support enforcement experience.How to ApplyTo 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 LetterResumeReferencesSuccessful 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 InformationThis position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1 2026.As a condition of employment you will be subject to successfully passing an FBI fingerprint check every 5 years.The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys 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.To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at .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 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 Montanas 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) 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. Key Skills Epidemiology,Public Health,Bank Secrecy Act,Bioinformatics,Fraud,Genetics,Interviewing,Law Enforcement,Qualitative Research Interviewing,Research Experience,Next Generation Sequencing,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1