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Job Overview:

This position resides in the Alcohol Beverage Control Division of the Department of Revenue. The Alcoholic Beverage Control Division provides effective and efficient administration of the Montana alcoholic beverage code with an emphasis on customer service and public safety by applying uniform and fair regulations while ensuring an orderly system for the convenient distribution and responsible consumption of alcoholic beverages. Duties include basic license examination, data entry, and assistance to other license examiners. The position does not supervise other staff.

Knowledge of:

• Licensing and compliance practices
• Office administration, records management, and related administrative processes

Skills in:

• Research and analysis
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Conflict resolution and customer service
• Microsoft programs and other data base applications
• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication

You would be a great fit for this position if you:

• Demonstrate self-motivation
• Thrive in a dynamic work environment
• Follow instructions
• Provide good and timely customer service
• Handle multiple priorities under deadlines
• Review and interpret Montana Code and Department Rules

This position is part of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Division and may work from Helena.

*This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources at dorhr@mt.gov or (406) 444-9858.

Apply For This Position

The above competencies are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, public administration, criminal justice, law enforcement, or related field; and
• One year of job-related work experience in compliance or licensing, procurement and contract administration, or program administration.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.

*If you have documented postsecondary education, please attach your transcripts to your application for it to be considered in the evaluation process.

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 Available

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

This position resides in the Business & Income Taxes Division of Department of Revenue. The incumbent processes claims and provides other support services for the Unclaimed Property Program. They provide program(s) expertise, coordination, and services for a program manager or executive.  They plan, implement, and evaluate local, statewide, or community program activities as directed by a program manager or executive. They may specialize in one or more aspects of an assigned program.  The position does not supervise other staff.

Knowledge of:

• Mathematics
• Bookkeeping and basic accounting principles and procedures
• Department policies and procedures
• Data processing and records management systems
• Accounting procedures and treasury requirements
• State and federal rules and laws
• Investigative methods and procedures

Skills in:

• Customer service
• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
• Deductive and inductive reasoning abilities to solve problems
• Researching and analyzing data from multiple sources
• Analyzing various financial, technical, and legal documents
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Conflict resolution
• Microsoft programs and other data base applications

You would be a great fit for this position if you have:

• Self-motivated
• Strong work ethic

Ability to:

• Demonstrate self-motivation
• Prioritize work and manage time effectively
• Follow instructions
• Provide timely, customer service
• Handle multiple priorities under deadlines

• Working Conditions

• Work hours may exceed 40 hours from time to time, including weekends.
• Office environment.
• Lifting is infrequent, less than 15 pounds.
• Some travel may be required, must have a valid driver’s license.

This position is part of the Business & Income Tax Division and may work from Helena.

*This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources at dorhr@mt.gov or (406) 444-9858.

Apply For This Position

The above competencies are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, business administration, or public administration supplemented by college coursework in accounting.
• No prior work experience is required.

Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.

*If you have documented postsecondary education, please attach your transcripts to your application for it to be considered in the evaluation process.

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 Available

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Job Overview:

This position resides in the Property Assessment Division of the Department of Revenue. Duties include residential property reviews, discoveries, data research, and field appraisals. Complete inspections to determine the residential property final valuation. Analyze, assess, and classify land uses. Assist with specification, calibration, and benchmarking of land models, sales comparisons, and property characteristics. Support ongoing program operations and activities. Respond to taxpayer inquiries and explain appraisal activities. Provide dispute resolution and participate in appeal hearings. The position does not supervise other staff.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct property reviews and discoveries to identify appraisal needs and priorities, recommend priorities based on property use, value, location, and other characteristics.
• Review tax records, land use, improvements, valuation documents, and other information.
• Identify properties for appraisal review.
• Research and analyze individual residential property characteristics to estimate the impact on property values.
• Analyze and evaluate appraisal information and determine final property value.
• Examine site and improvement data, sanitation regulations, zoning, planning, covenants, deed restrictions, and other technical and legal documentation.
• Compile and analyze construction cost data and determine the effects on property values.
• Conduct field appraisals and site inspections of subject properties.
• Perform comparable sales to identify valuation factors.
• Collect data required for maps, plats, and sketches used in appraisals.
• Determine the primary use for appraised properties.
• Document professional assumptions and limiting conditions.
• Determine comparable sales data and adjustments to valuations.
• Estimate the value of site improvements.
• Determine appropriate appraisal method (cost or market) for residential properties.
• Verify information in title and ownership data, inspection reports, market models, and other sources.

Working Conditions

• Work hours may exceed 40 hours from time to time, including weekends.
• Office environment.
• Working outside.
• Lifting is infrequent, less than 15 pounds.
• Travel is required, must have a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge of:

• Appraisal methods for residential properties
• Construction, mapping, GIS, and cadastral
• Property sales and valuations procedures

Skills in:

• Research and analysis
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Conflict resolution
• Microsoft programs and other data base applications
• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication

You would be a great fit for this position if you have:

• Self-motivation
• Follow instructions
• Provide timely customer service
• Multitask and prioritize work under deadlines
• Basic computer skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Conflict Resolution
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of personalities using discretion, active listening, critical thinking, and problem sensitivity.
• Written and verbal communication
• Outstanding Customer Service

This position is part of the Property Assessment Division and may work from Bozeman.

*This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources at dorhr@mt.gov or (406) 444-9858.

Apply For This Position

The above competencies are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• Two years of post-secondary education in business, accounting, economics, public administration, construction technology or training; and
• One year of job-related experience.
• Preferred work experience includes appraisal, property tax appraisal, assessment, auditing, agriculture, forestry, surveying, real estate, or related field.
• Requires Montana certification in residential property appraisal (IAAO 101), per ARM 42.18.206-208 and MCA Title 15; within the first year of employment.

Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.

*If you have documented postsecondary education, please attach your transcripts to your application for it to be considered in the evaluation process.

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 Available

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Job Overview: 

This position resides in the Information Management Bureau of the Department of Revenue. The Information Management Bureau ensures secure handling and processing of taxpayer information, payments, and data.  The bureau is organized into three units including Customer & Payment Management, Digitization, and Information Governance.  The Temporary Seasonal Information Capture Technician is responsible for processing taxpayer return data into the appropriate database according to tax types using data entry and control processes and internal software. The incumbent provides a range of administrative services in support of information processing, payment processing, records maintenance, mail services, and taxpayer registration functions.

This is a temporary seasonal position with the peak workload generally from February through June (may work up to six months). The incumbent may be assigned to work directly for any of the four units in the lnformation Management Bureau based on workload need and qualifications.

Knowledge of:

• Automated data processing systems
• Records Management
• Office Operations
• Customer Services

Skills in:

• Research and analysis
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Conflict resolution & customer service
• Microsoft programs and other data base applications
• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication

You would be a great fit for this position if you have:

Ability to:

• Demonstrate self-motivation
• Follow instructions
• Provide timely, customer service
• Handling multiple priorities under deadlines

This position is part of the Information Management and Collections Division and may work from Helena.

*This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources at dorhr@mt.gov or (406) 444-9858.

Apply For This Position

The minimum level needed on the first day of work is

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three years’ experience in data processing, general office, and clerical procedures.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.

*If you have documented postsecondary education, please attach your transcripts to your application for it to be considered in the evaluation process.

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 Available

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.