Local and Tribal Health Liaison The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Public Health and Safety Division. The Public Health and Safety Division (PHSD) leads public health efforts in Montana and provides state-level coordination of key public health services to local and tribal public health agencies. The Division serves a diverse group of customers and stakeholders while working to promote healthy lifestyles and protect the health of Montanans. The PHSD is committed to serving all customers and stakeholders with excellence and is a nationally accredited state health department through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). The Local and Tribal Health Liaison serves as the primary point of contact between the Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) program and local and tribal health jurisdictions across Montana by providing timely, accurate, and coordinated communication on behalf of the PHEP team. This position leads the development, dissemination, and evaluation of annual and local tribal deliverables; offers technical assistance by answering jurisdiction questions directly or coordinating responses with subject matter experts; and ensures partners receive clear guidance to support preparedness planning, training, and grant requirements. The Liaison works closely with emergency preparedness staff to strengthen collaboration, support jurisdictional needs, and enhance statewide readiness through outreach, communication, and participation in preparedness meetings, workshops, exercises, and other activities as assigned.
Why Join:
DPHHS Our 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 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 whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. Qualifications for this Career Opportunity Knowledge of strategic planning, resource allocation, coordination of people, engaging stakeholder, and quality improvement Knowledge of the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP). Knowledge in disaster planning and Incident Command System (ICS) principles. Excellent written and oral communication skills including public speaking. Ability to facilitate groups and lead teams toward organization goals. Ability to research and develop training and material and program content. Ability and analyze and interpret data and provide solutions. Ability to operate a personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete the essential functions including work processing, database, e-mail, internet, and other computer programs. Meet minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in public health, emergency management, public administration, homeland security, or related field Two years of job-related experience in health data systems or health education. 1 year experience working in public health at a local or tribal level is preferred, but not required Incident Command System (ICS) 100 or 200 Certifications Other combinations of directly related education and or experience may be considered.
