Job Title: Commission Support Specialist

Department / Entity: Beaverhead County Board of Commissioners

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Hours / Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00PM / Full-Time(occasional evening meetings required)

Position Summary: Beaverhead County is seeking an organized and customer-service-oriented to perform administrative, secretarial, and technical support services for the Board of Commissioners, County Road Department, Finance, Airport Board, and various county committees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Commission & Board Support: Compose agendas, attend public meetings, and take/transcribe official meeting minutes for county boards and committees.
• Administrative Services: Draft correspondence, maintain calendars, schedule appointments, coordinate travel, and maintain official county records.
• Public & Departmental Assistance: Answer public inquiries, screen phone calls, provide notary public services, and post Road Department notices and road closure updates.
• Financial & Special Projects: Assist with basic accounting tasks including accounts receivable/payable, budgeting support, and special research projects.

Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED equivalent, specialized coursework in general office practices (typing, filing, accounting/bookkeeping), and at least two (2) years of increasingly responsible related experience.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of general office equipment, computers, spreadsheets, and basic accounting/bookkeeping procedures.
• Core Competencies: Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work independently on time-sensitive tasks, maintain confidentiality, and handle public interactions professionally.

To apply for this position, complete a Beaverhead County job application, provide a resume and references.  Applicants can submit documents to hr@beaverheadcountymt.gov