New Job Compliance Specialist 1 In Montana

This is a temporary position, not to exceed one year.

Department Overview:

The Montana Department of Commerce works with statewide and local partners, private industry and small businesses to enhance and sustain economic prosperity in Montana. The Department works to improve the state's economy through business creation, expansion, retention, and diversification of the state's economic base; provides direct technical assistance, grants and loans for Montana's entrepreneurs, businesses and their employees; strengthens the economy through the promotion of tourism development, promoting and protecting historic sites, and marketing Montana as a travel and filmmaking destination; promotes access to new markets, both foreign and domestic, for Montana goods and services; provides financing for homeownership and rental assistance opportunities for Montana families; and develops and improves public infrastructure and housing for Montana citizens by providing grants and technical assistance to Montana communities and counties.

Department of Commerce values their employees and here are some of the core competencies that the Department believes in: Commitment, Communication, Initiative and Accountability, Influence, Personal Effectiveness, and Thinking and Problem Solving.

Job Overview:

The Compliance Specialist 1 works in Montana Housing on the Emergency Rental Assistance Program. The Compliance Specialist 1 will be responsible for answering phones, responding to emails and other correspondence, and communicating with tenants, landlords, proxies, and the public. The Compliance Specialist 1 will also be responsible – as time permits, for reviewing applications, examining income documents, lease agreements and other documentation required from applicants. This will be done through the ServiceNow application following a process flow to determine if the information and documentation an applicant provided meets the regulatory and established eligibility criteria to provide rental and/or utility assistance. This position will be required to communicate both electronically and verbally to applicants, landlords and utility providers. Data entry experience, and ability to work independently or within a team environment is required. Compliance Specialist 1 will make recommendations to the Compliance Specialist 2 position and document any discrepancies, missing information or red flags.

This position will work remotely after training has been completed.

What this position may offer you:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Retirement plans
• Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

HOW TO APPLY:

You are REQUIRED to attach a cover letter and resume at the time of application.

In your cover letter please address the following questions:

In your resume, include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position, including duties and dates of employment (month & year - start & end).

A complete state application is not required; however, you will need to initiate the application and attach the cover letter and resume in order to be considered for this position. Failure to attach the cover letter and resume will result in your application being incomplete and will not be considered further.

Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.

All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. You will receive an email with instructions on how to submit such documents.

If you need an accommodation with the application process or for a copy of the complete job description, send your request to the HR Department at [email protected].

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/Equivalency

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: 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: Community/Social Services

Salary: $ 20.38 - 20.38 Hourly Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings: 1 Employee Status: Temporary Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job Travel: No

Primary Location: Helena Agency: Department of Commerce Union: 000 - None Bargaining Unit: 000 - None

Posting Date: Jan 19, 2022, 9:40:53 AM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Feb 1, 2022, 12:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name: Jessica Arnold | Contact Email: [email protected] | Contact Phone: 406-841-2718