This first review of applications will be April 18, 2025.Please submit the following required documents on theState of Montana Careerswebsite: * Resume -Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position. * * For a complete job description, please emailopi.careers@mt.gov * * Why you would enjoy working here;Office of Public Instruction employees are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to leading and supporting our education system. We house a diverse collection of experiences with the 200 unique individuals we employ. Our specialists further OPI’s purpose with applicable knowledge in education, health, research and analysis, nutrition, finance, administration, human resources, licensing and regulation, information technology, and many others. We are proud to serve 149,000 students pre-K to grade 12, their parents and guardians, 400 school districts, 16,000 educational professionals, and 3,000 adult learners. * * * _Benefits of working for OPI:_ · Work/life balance · Family friendly · Dedicated and caring colleagues · Health coverage · Retirement plans · Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year) · Opportunities and room for professional growth · Public service loan forgiveness-Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. *_Job Overview:_ The Office of Public Instruction's (OPI) has a biennial budget of over $2 billion which consists of an annual operating budget of over $35 million and over $900 million of flow-through funds. The School Finance Division is responsible for the collection of school district reported financial transactions and the information necessary to account and report the operations of Montana public school districts. The Division is responsible for the implementation of Montana statutes and administrative rules, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and standards and compliance with the Federal Code of Regulations in alignment with US Department of Education guidelines. The State Pupil Transportation Specialist position plans, coordinates and directs the state’s funding program that provides over $11.9 million in transportation aid to K-12 school districts, which is maintained and functions through the web-based Pupil Transportation Reporting System. This position aids with pupil transportation safety, represents the interests of the pupil transportation industry, promotes school bus safety and efficiency. This position ensures state, county and school district compliance with numerous comprehensive and complex state and federal laws, regulations, and policies governing pupil transportation.__ _Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors):_ Required for thefirst day of work: § Knowledge of the concepts and theories of pupil transportation and school finance. § Knowledge of state and federal laws, policies, and guidelines governing pupil transportation and safety. § Knowledge of electronic systems and their application to the management of large fiscal programs. § Knowledge of programming § Working knowledge of personal computers software, such as Microsoft Word and Excel. § Knowledge of basic accounting and auditing principles. § Knowledge of the legislative process. § Ability to research and understand state and federal laws and other resources to obtain an understanding of a topic. § Ability to interpret and apply knowledge of concepts and theories to a set of circumstances. § Ability to analyze and integrate information to recommend a course of action or solve a problem. § Ability to interpret fiscal records, compile data and prepare fiscal reports. § Ability to conduct in depth analysis of financial systems, identify inconsistencies and resolve problems. § Knowledge in the structure, make, and models of all types of school buses. § Ability to train individuals with a wide range or knowledge and experience through effective communication tools, such as workshops and oral and written instructions. § Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. § Ability to present laws, regulations, policies, and other related information to transportation to large and small groups of district officials, bus drivers, transportation personnel, contractors, and county superintendents. § Ability to work independently § Ability to resolve issues__ _Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience_): · 2-year job-related college or vocational training with knowledge of Microsoft Suite. * · 2-year of related job experience · Other combinations of education and related experience may be substituted. * _Does this sound like you?_ Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume online, including any veterans or disability preference documentation.When submitting the required documents, you must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position.Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This position is in the PERS retirement system. Title: State Pupil Transportation Sp (00134) Location: Helena Requisition ID: 25140834