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Job Description
The Central Services Division (CSD), partners closely with agency leadership across the Montana Department of Justice (DOJ) to build high-performing teams that serve the public good. You'll play a vital role in attracting top talent and shaping the future of DOJ.
As the Montana Department of Justice Recruiter, you'll lead recruitment and selection processes across multiple divisions. You'll be the go-to advisor for hiring managers, offering strategic recruiting support, guidance on hiring best practices, and insight into talent acquisition trends.
Be the driving force behind talent at the Montana Department of Justice.
The Central Services Division (CSD), partners closely with agency leadership across the Montana Department of Justice (DOJ) to build high-performing teams that serve the public good. You'll play a vital role in attracting top talent and shaping the future of DOJ.
As the Montana Department of Justice Recruiter, you'll lead recruitment and selection processes across multiple divisions. You'll be the go-to advisor for hiring managers, offering strategic recruiting support, guidance on hiring best practices, and insight into talent acquisition trends.
Be the driving force behind talent at the Montana Department of Justice.
What you'll do:- Lead full-cycle recruitment across the Department of Justice, ensuring compliance with department, state, federal, and union regulations.
- Collaborate with HR generalists, specialists and hiring managers to plan and execute effective hiring strategies.
- Draft, post, and manage vacancy announcements across various platforms while continuously seeking candidates for current/future DOJ opportunities.
- Advise managers on sourcing strategies, classification levels, labor market trends, and candidate pipeline development.
- Manage and maintain the State of Montana Recruitment System (SOMRS), including audits and requisition reviews.
- Represent the Department at job fairs and recruiting events across Montana and out-of-state opportunities.
- Contribute to onboarding processes to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
- Help administering the DOJ Safety Program.
Why you should apply:- You want to own the recruiting process and be seen as a strategic hiring partner.
- You're excited about public service and want your work to make a difference for communities across Montana.
- You value collaboration and want to be part of a team that supports and respects one another.
- You want to build innovative hiring practices and improve how government attracts talent.
Why Join Us?- This position is eligible for State of Montana Benefits:
- Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, health, dental, vision coverage, and retirement plans.
- Flexible working hours between 8am and 5pm, Monday - Friday.
o This is a great position for an individual who has kids and needs a flexible schedule.
o This opportunity requires a minimum of 32-40 hours per week, depending on the time of year and career fairs.- Fun Work Environment: Be part of a team that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration.
- Located in Helena, Montana !
- Salary: $30.00 - $35.00 Hourly
What you bring:- A bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational development, or a related field.
- At least 1 year of hands-on recruiting or human resources experience.
- Strong organizational and communication skills with an eye for detail and compliance.
- A proactive, relationship-driven approach to working with managers and job candidates.
- Experience with recruiting platforms or applicant tracking systems (SOMRS experience a plus).
Note: Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Selected candidate (s) will undergo:- Criminal History Fingerprint / Name-based Check
- Driving History Check
What do we offer:- State of Montana comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- Generous paid time off; including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Retirement plans for your future
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Ready to Join Us?- To apply, submit a resume as part of your online application.
- Tip: Be sure to mark your resume as a "Relevant File" when attaching it.
- Your resume should clearly outline your qualifications, relevant work experience, job duties, and dates of employment (month/year format). Please include your reason for leaving previous roles when possible.
If you're a recruiter who's ready to do meaningful work with a mission-driven agency, we'd love to meet you.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
This Organization Participates in E-Verify .
Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply.
Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply.
Closing Date/Time: Sep 29, 2025, 12:59:00 AM -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Montana Department of Justice
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