Job Description - Human Resources Business Partner (26140438)
Position Title: Human Resources Business Partner - ( 26140438 )
Why should you consider joining our team? While we recognize that you have numerous career opportunities, we invite you to consider a position with the State of Montana Department of Administration. Our success is built on the foundation of effective working relationships, mutual trust, and respect. We are committed to challenging you to reach your highest potential and will strive to provide a work environment conducive to your success.
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) within the Department of Administration is comprised of dedicated professionals who collaborate on various topics, support one another as a cohesive team, and uphold a high-trust environment with a touch of humor. Team members are afforded broad latitude to apply their HR expertise in a manner that best fits their personal style and the needs of individual managers. Our HR philosophy is deeply rooted in finding solutions and providing support for our managers in their respective missions.
What is this career opportunity? As an HR Business Partner, you will be tasked with supporting specific business areas within the Department and its affiliated agencies. This strategic and hands‑on role encompasses full‑cycle HR support and services within assigned business areas. It is crucial in achieving the Department’s people initiatives, providing internal customer support, and driving HR functional excellence and process improvement. You will be responsible for co‑developing and executing HR initiatives in alignment with workforce strategies, providing operational HR expertise and solutions, and consulting on compensation, talent acquisition, organizational development, labor relations, and relevant labor laws. Additionally, you will offer guidance to department leaders regarding the impact of their decisions on the workforce and managerial effectiveness and utilize your knowledge of organizational design and culture to implement changes that enhance the efficiency of the agency.
What are we looking for? Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree with substantive college coursework emphasizing human resources topics, business management, public administration, or related subjects; AND
Four years’ experience supporting the HR needs of an organization; OR
Specific HR trainings and/or certifications (SHRM or HRCI) may be substituted for the above requirements.
Knowledge of, or Ability to Learn:
Classification requirements for state positions;
State and federal policies that apply to human resources;
Recruiting requirements specific to the public sector;
Requirements to operate within a unionized environment;
Compensation approaches that align with business needs and overarching direction; and
The full spectrum of HR topics as a practicing generalist.
Ability to:
Influence through strong working relationships, expertise and data;
Monitor the ‘pulse’ of the workforce and pro‑actively advise management on changing trends in morale, engagement, rising issues of concern, etc.;
Fully engage all parties involved in challenging personnel matters and apply expertise to bring successful resolution to the matter at hand;
Successfully navigate complex managerial relationships;
Provide exceptional service to employees and managers of assigned entities;
Steer standard transactional requests for service into transformational opportunities that improve aspects of the supported business;
Interpret advise on established policies and precedents;
Be an excellent communicator and able to facilitate difficult meetings;
Apply strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, analyze data, understand trends, and develop recommendations for action based on the analysis.
Does this sound like you? Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, discuss what led you to begin a career in human resources and your approach to supporting an organization in HR matters. (Please Note: You do not need to complete the “work experience” or the “education & certifications” portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)
What can you expect from us in return for your work at our agency?
Work/life Balance
Health Coverage
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.
Other important information to be aware of.
This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
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 : Not Applicable
Salary 80,000.00 - 85,000.00 Yearly
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 Plan
Number of Openings 1
Employee Status Regular
Schedule Full-Time
Job Type Standard
Shift Day Job
Travel No
Primary Location Helena
Agency : Department of Administration
Union : 000 - None
Posting Date Feb 12, 2026, 9:32:42 PM
Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Feb 26, 2026, 6:59:00 AM
Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume
Contact Name : Chris Bacon | Contact Email : cbacon@mt.gov | Contact Phone : 406.444.4605
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 agency's 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.
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Position Title: Human Resources Business Partner - ( 26140438 )
Why should you consider joining our team? While we recognize that you have numerous career opportunities, we invite you to consider a position with the State of Montana Department of Administration. Our success is built on the foundation of effective working relationships, mutual trust, and respect. We are committed to challenging you to reach your highest potential and will strive to provide a work environment conducive to your success.
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) within the Department of Administration is comprised of dedicated professionals who collaborate on various topics, support one another as a cohesive team, and uphold a high-trust environment with a touch of humor. Team members are afforded broad latitude to apply their HR expertise in a manner that best fits their personal style and the needs of individual managers. Our HR philosophy is deeply rooted in finding solutions and providing support for our managers in their respective missions.
What is this career opportunity? As an HR Business Partner, you will be tasked with supporting specific business areas within the Department and its affiliated agencies. This strategic and hands‑on role encompasses full‑cycle HR support and services within assigned business areas. It is crucial in achieving the Department’s people initiatives, providing internal customer support, and driving HR functional excellence and process improvement. You will be responsible for co‑developing and executing HR initiatives in alignment with workforce strategies, providing operational HR expertise and solutions, and consulting on compensation, talent acquisition, organizational development, labor relations, and relevant labor laws. Additionally, you will offer guidance to department leaders regarding the impact of their decisions on the workforce and managerial effectiveness and utilize your knowledge of organizational design and culture to implement changes that enhance the efficiency of the agency.
What are we looking for? Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree with substantive college coursework emphasizing human resources topics, business management, public administration, or related subjects; AND
Four years’ experience supporting the HR needs of an organization; OR
Specific HR trainings and/or certifications (SHRM or HRCI) may be substituted for the above requirements.
Knowledge of, or Ability to Learn:
Classification requirements for state positions;
State and federal policies that apply to human resources;
Recruiting requirements specific to the public sector;
Requirements to operate within a unionized environment;
Compensation approaches that align with business needs and overarching direction; and
The full spectrum of HR topics as a practicing generalist.
Ability to:
Influence through strong working relationships, expertise and data;
Monitor the ‘pulse’ of the workforce and pro‑actively advise management on changing trends in morale, engagement, rising issues of concern, etc.;
Fully engage all parties involved in challenging personnel matters and apply expertise to bring successful resolution to the matter at hand;
Successfully navigate complex managerial relationships;
Provide exceptional service to employees and managers of assigned entities;
Steer standard transactional requests for service into transformational opportunities that improve aspects of the supported business;
Interpret advise on established policies and precedents;
Be an excellent communicator and able to facilitate difficult meetings;
Apply strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, analyze data, understand trends, and develop recommendations for action based on the analysis.
Does this sound like you? Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, discuss what led you to begin a career in human resources and your approach to supporting an organization in HR matters. (Please Note: You do not need to complete the “work experience” or the “education & certifications” portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)
What can you expect from us in return for your work at our agency?
Work/life Balance
Health Coverage
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.
Other important information to be aware of.
This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
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 : Not Applicable
Salary 80,000.00 - 85,000.00 Yearly
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 Plan
Number of Openings 1
Employee Status Regular
Schedule Full-Time
Job Type Standard
Shift Day Job
Travel No
Primary Location Helena
Agency : Department of Administration
Union : 000 - None
Posting Date Feb 12, 2026, 9:32:42 PM
Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Feb 26, 2026, 6:59:00 AM
Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume
Contact Name : Chris Bacon | Contact Email : cbacon@mt.gov | Contact Phone : 406.444.4605
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 agency's 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.
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