Disability Program Manager Jobs in Montana (NOW HIRING)

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Maintenance Training & Implementation Program Manager. This position provides training for employees within the Maintenance division, including Helena headquarters and the five districts across the state. Responsible for conducting needs assessments, identifying sources/content for training, reviewing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for training, administering contracts for training by consultants, developing training materials, teaching classes, and managing training budgets. This position oversees MDT's Entry Level Drivers Training program which includes setting up and providing training for both internal employees and the general public. This position reports to the Maintenance Operations Manager and does not supervise others.  

For a complete Job Description please contact Tom Skoog at tskoog@mt.gov

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

•           Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance

•           Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

•           Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families

•           State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)

•           Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek

•           Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

•           Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

•           Benefits apply on first day of employment

•           Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer 

For information on the Montana Department of Transportation's mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Organizational Development, Business or Public Administration, Communications, Engineering or a related field and 3 years of experience in education including: instruction, developing education programs, group facilitation and conference coordination. Also requires a minimum of 2 years of experience driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) requiring a CDL of the same (or higher) class and/or the same endorsement; or a minimum of 2 years of experience as a behind-the-wheel CMV instructor.

Alternative combinations of related work experience or education may be considered.

Must have a valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with no restrictions, a tank endorsement and a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC).

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.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Your online application and all required additional materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as "Relevant."

If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed above..

Other Information

Driver's record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant's permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.

This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

Effective 5/26/2026, MDT is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov

The advertised salary includes the $1.00 increase passed by the 2025 MT State Legislature regarding the state pay plan effective July 1, 2026.