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FIND A JOB SERVICE LOCATION

Job Service Montana offices are part of a statewide network of workforce
development centers that collaborate with community partners to provide customer
focused employment and training opportunities. These centers assist in
preparing, training, and connecting a highly skilled workforce to local
businesses.

JOB SERVICES EVENT CALENDAR

View a calendar of events for resources that can assist you with writing a cover
letter and resume, using a computer, interviewing for a job and more.

HELP-LINK

Created by the HELP Act, HELP-Link connects Montana Medicaid recipients with
high quality workforce training, employment services, and jobs in local
communities.

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teach you the skills of their craft along with classroom instruction.

SERVEMONTANA

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GENERIC EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION FORM

A generic application form to use when applying for jobs that do not already
have a form.

FORMULARIO GENÉRICO DE SOLICITUD DE EMPLEO EN ESPAÑOL

Un formulario de solicitud genérico, en español, para usar al solicitar puestos
de trabajo que aún no tienen un formulario.

MAKE A PAYMENT

Make a payment on your unemployment overpayment. You will need your Social
Security Number (SSN) and unemployment individual ID. You will find your ID
number in the top right corner of the Statement of Benefits Overpayment notice.

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REQUEST A WORKPLACE SAFETY CONSULTATION

The Montana Safety and Health Bureau offers safety consultations to identify
problems before they become accidents. Workplace hazards have a direct impact on
your employees and your business.

MONTANA CONTRACTOR

Learn how to become an independent contractor, a registered construction
contractor, or a home inspector. Search for currently registered contractors.

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CHILD LABOR LAWS

Establishes the hours minors may work and hazardous occupations in which they
may not work - unless specifically exempted.

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EMPLOYER SUPPORT OF THE GUARD AND RESERVE

Our customer Service Center is available to answer USERRA questions (except
federal holidays) or to refer cases to a trained Ombudsman.

EMPLOYER TESTING OF JOB CANDIDATES

Montana employers now have the option of utilizing over 800 assessment tests to
be used as another tool in designing an employee recruitment system.

MODEL EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK

View a sample selection of policies for general information only.

COST OF TURNOVER CALCULATOR

Use this worksheet to calculate turnover costs.

FOREIGN LABOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

Supports the hiring of foreign workers by Montana employers. The purpose of this
program is to educate and assist Montana employers in obtaining qualified
workers.

INCUMBENT WORKER TRAINING PROGRAM

Provides grant funding to assist eligible Montana small businesses offset the
cost of training for their existing (incumbent) workers.

WORK OPPORTUNITY TAX CREDIT PROGRAM

This tax credit can save Montana businesses up to $9,600 for every qualifying
individual hire during their first year of employment.

WORKFORCE TRAINING

The Primary Sector Workforce Training Grant (WTG) Program provides grant
assistance to primary sector businesses that are creating new jobs and have a
need to train the new employees.

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REPORT UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE FRAUD

The Montana Department of Labor and Industry takes UI Fraud very seriously; all
reports of potential, alleged, or suspected fraud are thoroughly reviewed and
investigated accordingly.

UI ESERVICES FOR EMPLOYERS INFORMATION

Through eServices, employers will be able to file and pay their UI Quarterly
Reports.

FILE A WORK COMP CLAIM (FROI)

Report all on-the-job injuries or occupational diseases to your supervisor,
insurer or employer as soon as possible. You must give notice within 30 days
after the occurrence of the accident.

INSURANCE COMPLIANCE

Employers must provide workers' compensation insurance defined in the Montana
Workers' Compensation and Occupational Disease Acts.

MANAGED CARE ORGANIZATIONS

Organizations desiring to be certified as managed care organizations are
required to submit an application and pay a fee of $1,500. Once certified, the
MCO can contract with insurers to receive their referrals.

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYER ORGANIZATIONS

A Professional Employer Organization (PEO) is a business that leases employees
to other businesses. A PEO manages the paperwork responsibilities associated
with having employees.

STAY AT WORK/RETURN TO WORK PROJECT

Minimize avoidable disruption caused by work-related injury or occupational
disease and assist the injured worker to return as soon as possible to work.

SUBSEQUENT INJURY FUND

Program designed to assist individuals with disabilities obtain employment.

UNINSURED EMPLOYERS' FUND

Provides benefits to employees injured on the job while working for an uninsured
employer. The purpose is to pay the injured worker the same benefits the worker
would have received if the employer were covered.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION FAQ

The most common questions and answers regarding workers' compensation. Other
information may be found in the Benefits Summary. Nothing on this website is
intended as legal advice.

DOWNLOAD REQUIRED LABOR LAW POSTERS

The Montana Department of Labor and Industry has responded to employers' needs
by making it easier to obtain posters mandated by laws for posting.

EMPLOYMENT LAWS

This list contains the Federal Laws relating to Employment, the Federal Laws
Regarding Montana Public Employers , and the State Laws Related to Employment.

ANNUAL RATE CHANGE

Adoption of the Average Rate for the U.S. 10-Year Treasury Bills.

ELECTRONIC PRIOR CLAIM (EPC) HISTORY SYSTEM

The 1997 legislature provided the law and funding to build a prior claim history
database for use by insurers at risk on a claim. To be considered "at risk" on a
claim in Montana, the Insurer must have a First Report of Injury on file at the
Employment Relations Division of the Montana Department of Labor and Industry.

HISTORIC WC MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT CONVERSION FACTORS



HISTORICAL FEE SCHEDULE CONVERSION FACTORS FOR 2003-2007

Pursuant to section 39-71-704 (4), MCA, and an administrative rules change to
24.29.1572, and 1582, ARM, on July 1, 2002, the Department adopted the following
conversion factors, effective July 1, 2002.

MEALS, LODGING AND MILEAGE

Section 39-71-704(1) (d), MCA, directs WC Insurers to reimburse workers for
reasonable travel expenses pursuant to rates allowed for state employees. When
determining the reimbursement, please refer to 39-71-704(1), MCA and ARM
24.29.1409.

THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATOR NOTIFICATION

Montana statute requires insurers to notify the Department of Labor & Industry
of any changes of third party administrators with respect to the handling of
Montana workers’ compensation claims.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION BENEFITS SUMMARY

The information in these pamphlets is a summary of the most commonly requested
information on workers' compensation wage loss and medical benefits available to
covered employees injured on the job.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION CLAIM REPORTING BY INSURERS

All insurers are to file a complete report of every injury or occupational
disease to the department, either on a paper claim form or by electronic means
within specified timelines. Electronic reporting is required.

CLAIM REPORTING

Used by an injured worker, employer or insurer/adjuster to report an injury or
occupational disease.

ELECTRONIC DATA INTERCHANGE (EDI)

Used by insurers and adjusters as a quick, efficient method of communicating
data to the Department.

ELECTRONIC PRIOR CLAIMS (EPC) FORMS



FIRST REPORT OF INJURY (FROI) FORMS

Used by an injured worker to report an injury or occupational disease to his/her
employer.

INDEPENDENT MEDICAL REVIEW FORM

Form commonly used in the Medical Regulation Unit functions of the workers'
compensation system.

INSURERS - THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATORS REPORTING FORMS

Used to report changes in adjuster, claim administrator, or third party
administrators.

MEDICAL STATUS FORM

Effective July 1, 2011, 39-71-1036, MCA, requires the treating physician or a
designee to complete the form following every office visit with the injured
worker. The Legislature directed the Department to create the form to be used
for injuries or occupational diseases.

PETITION FOR MEDIATION CONFERENCE FORM

Under Montana law, parties must attempt to resolve their disputes BEFORE seeking
mediation. Mediation is required in most cases before a petition may be filed in
the Workers' Compensation Court.

PETITION FOR SETTLEMENT FORMS

The forms listed below are those commonly used in the Claims Assistance Units
Functions of the workers' compensation system.

SUBSEQUENT INJURY FUND

A program designed to assist individuals with disabilities obtain employment.

MONTANA FACILITY FEE SCHEDULE

Applies to all services and procedures provided on or after January 1, 2008
covered under Chapter 71 of the Montana Workers’ Compensation Act.

MONTANA PROFESSIONAL FEE SCHEDULE

Applies to all services and procedures provided on or after January 1, 2008
covered under Chapter 71 of the Montana Workers’ Compensation Act.

DOMICILIARY CARE

When a worker suffers from a condition that requires 24-hour care and that
results from the accident but that requires domiciliary care other than as
provided in Title 37, chapter 8.

MEDIATION GUIDE FOR INSURERS

The purpose of mediation is to prevent, when possible, the filing in the
Workers' Compensation Court of disputes by injured workers or insurers if a fair
and reasonable resolution can be reached at an earlier stage.

MEDICAL REGULATIONS

Responsible for publishing updates to the Montana Professional Fee Schedule and
the various Montana Facility Fee Schedule components.

STAY AT WORK/RETURN TO WORK PROJECT

Minimize avoidable disruption caused by work-related injury or occupational
disease and assist the injured worker to return as soon as possible to work.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION FAQ

Frequently asked questions and answers, you may also find answers in the
Benefits Summary. Nothing on this website is intended as legal advice.

CAREER RESOURCES

The Montana Career Lab offers a variety of tools to assist individuals wanting
to learn more about career options.

DLI JOB OPENINGS

Complete list of all job openings within the Department of Labor and Industry.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Search for education and training providers and programs of study.

EXPLORE OCCUPATIONS

The Montana Career Information System provides users the ability to explore over
500 occupations.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

The Montana Career Lab offers a variety of tools to assist individuals wanting
to learn more about career options.

SEARCH MONTANA'S CERTIFICATE AND ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAMS

Search for education and training providers and programs of study.

JOBS FOR MONTANA'S GRADUATES

Promoting student success by connecting students with local employers and
teaching them workplace, leadership and career readiness skills.

REPORT FRAUD

UI Fraud is a crime which affects everyone. It drives up the cost of UI taxes
for businesses and causes frustration for law-abiding employers and workers.

VETERAN SERVICES

The Employment Specialists at Montana's Job Service offices can assist all
Veterans in securing employment and training, as well as refer Veterans to other
service providers in both public and private agencies and organizations.

SEARCH FOR A LICENSE

The Licensee Lookup System will return a list of possible matches to your search
criteria. Lookup a licensed individual or business for their license type,
license number, status, expiration date, city, state, and any associated
endorsements or complaints.

RENEW OR PRINT A LICENSE

Use the EBiz online portal to renew or print your license. You can also update
your contact information here.

APPLY FOR A LICENSE

Visit the EBiz online portal to apply for your professional or occupational
license.

OBTAIN A BUILDING PERMIT

Use the EBiz online portal to apply for building permits, pull permits, and
search permit holder records 24 hours a day.

FIND A PROFESSIONAL LICENSING BOARD

Find out how to get licensed in Montana, as well as information about
professional and occupational licensing boards.

FILE A COMPLAINT

Our Department regulates professions and occupations for the protection of the
public as a whole. Although the Department does not represent individuals filing
complaints, the Department will review complaints in a timely manner to ensure a
complaint is processed and that the Board will take appropriate action.

FILE A WORK COMP CLAIM (FROI)

Report all on-the-job injuries or occupational diseases to your supervisor,
insurer or employer as soon as possible. You must give notice within 30 days
after the occurrence of the accident.

EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION

Discrimination is against the law if based on a protected class (age, race,
color, national origin, religion, creed, disability, marital status, sex,
political belief (in government) or retaliation).

FILING A COMPLAINT

A person who believes that they have experienced illegal discrimination should
contact the Montana Human Rights Bureau at (406) 444-4356 or 1-800-542-0807.

GUIDE TO MONTANA'S DISCRIMINATION LAWS

Montana's discrimination laws can be found in the Montana Human Rights Act
(Title 49) and in the Montana Governmental Code of Fair Practices.

LEGAL RIGHTS OF PREGNANT EMPLOYEES

If you are pregnant or have recently had a child and you believe an employer has
denied your right to maternity leave or you believe an employer has otherwise
discriminated against you, contact the Montana Human Rights Bureau.

RIGHTS OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

The Montana Human Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments
Act (ADAAA) prohibit discrimination in employment to an applicant or employee
because of a physical or mental disability.

SEX DISCRIMINATION AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Sexual harassment is determined on a case-by-case basis. Acts which are
offensive to one employee may not be offensive to another. However, in addition
to sexual assault, the following acts may constitute sexual harassment.

THE HUMAN RIGHTS APPEAL PROCESS

How to File an Objection and Brief to Appeal a No Cause Finding.

CHILD LABOR INFORMATION

The Montana Child Labor Standards Act establishes the hours minors may work and
hazardous occupations in which they may not work – unless specifically exempted.

FILING A WAGE CLAIM, INSTRUCTIONS AND FORM

A person who believes they have not been paid all wages due them or did not
receive minimum wage or overtime pay may file a wage claim with the Wage & Hour
Unit.

MONTANA MILITARY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT RIGHT ACT (MMSERA)

Provides employment and reemployment protections for those members of the
Montana organized militia or federal reserves when they are not covered by the
federal “Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994”
(USERRA).

PUBLIC CONTRACTS/PREVAILING WAGE LAW

Montana's prevailing wage law, often referred to as Montana's Little Davis-Bacon
Law, applies to public works contracts entered into for construction services
(heavy, highway and building) or non-construction services.

PUBLIC SECTOR COLLECTIVE BARGAINING

The Collective Bargaining Act for Public Employees is administered by the Board
of Personnel Appeals through its agents assigned to the Collective Bargaining
Unit. This unit processes unfair labor practice complaints and conducts matters.

WAGE AND HOUR LAWS

The Wage and Hour Unit enforces provisions of the Montana Wage Payment Act,
minimum wage and overtime law, Public Contracts / Prevailing Wage Law and the
State Child Labor Standards Act.

INTRODUCTION TO THE MONTANA SAFETY CULTURE ACT

The Safety Culture Act enacted by the 1993 Montana State Legislature encourages
workers and employers to come together to create and implement a workplace
safety philosophy.

MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH

Consultation services are available for any type of mine in Montana. The Safety
Bureau will provide the following services at the employer's request.

REPORT A WORKPLACE SAFETY HAZARD

The following safety concern notification form is for public entity employees
only. A Public entity is defined as any state or local government or any
department, agency, special purpose district, or other instrumentality of one or
more state.

SAFETYFESTMT

The first SafetyFestMT was held in Helena in March of 2010. It was a huge
success. Hundreds of Montana workers from a variety of industries attended. They
raved about the classes, speakers and quality of information.

MONTANA OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT



WORKPLACE SAFETY TRAINING

The Montana Safety and Health Bureau offers free on-site safety training. Before
training begins, we require a walkthrough to observe your work environment. This
helps us customize the training to meet your specific needs.

DISPUTE RESOLUTION (MEDIATION)

Mediation is used to assist an injured worker and the insurer/employer in
resolving a dispute concerning benefits under the Workers' Compensation Act. The
mediator is a neutral third person who listens to the concerns of both parties
and assists.

MEALS, LODGING AND MILEAGE

Section 39-71-704(1) (d), MCA, directs WC Insurers to reimburse workers for
reasonable travel expenses pursuant to rates allowed for state employees. When
determining the reimbursement, please refer to 39-71-704(1), MCA and ARM
24.29.1409.

MEDIATION GUIDE FOR CLAIMANTS

Mediation is used to assist an injured worker and the insurer/employer in
resolving a dispute concerning benefits under the Workers' Compensation Act.

SILICOSIS PROGRAM

The department administers a program to determine eligibility and pay benefits
to those suffering from silicosis.

STAY AT WORK/RETURN TO WORK PROJECT

Minimize avoidable disruption caused by work-related injury or occupational
disease and assist the injured worker to return as soon as possible to work.

SUBSEQUENT INJURY FUND

The department manages the Subsequent Injury Fund, a program designed to assist
individuals with disabilities obtain employment.

UNINSURED EMPLOYERS' FUND

This fund was created to provide benefits to employees injured on the job while
working for an uninsured employer. The purpose is to pay the injured worker the
same benefits the worker.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION BENEFITS SUMMARY

The information in these pamphlets is a summary of the most commonly requested
information on workers' compensation wage loss and medical benefits available to
covered employees injured on the job. It is not all-inclusive.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION FAQ

The following are frequently asked questions and answers, you may also find
answers in the Benefits Summary. Nothing on this website is intended as legal
advice.

LABOR MARKET INFORMATION

Labor Market Information and Labor Force Statistics.

HOUSE BILL 702 (HB 702)

Prohibits discrimination based on vaccination status or having an immunity
passport. View more frequently asked questions about HB 702 here.

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 2.  Architects & Landscape Architects
 3.  Athletic Trainers
 4.  Barbers & Cosmetologists
 5.  Behavioral Health
 6.  Boiler Operator Program
 7.  Chiropractors
 8.  Clinical Laboratory Science Practitioners
 9.  Construction Blaster Program
 10. Crane / Hoisting Operator Program
 11. Dentistry
 12. Electrical
 13. Elevator Contractors, Mechanics, & Inspectors Licensing Program
 14. Fire Protection License Program
 15. Funeral Service
 16. Genetic Counselor Program
 17. Hearing Aid Dispenser Program
 18. Massage Therapy
 19. Medical Examiners
 20. Nursing
 21. Nursing Home Administrators
 22. Occupational Therapy Practice
 23. Optometry
 24. Outfitters
 25. Pediatric Complex Care Assistant Program
 26. Pharmacy
 27. Physical Therapy Examiners
 28. Plumbers
 29. Private Security Program
 30. Professional Engineers & Professional Land Surveyors
 31. Property Management Program
 32. Psychologists
 33. Public Accountants
 34. Radiologic Technologists
 35. Real Estate Appraisers
 36. Realty Regulation
 37. Respiratory Care Practitioners
 38. Sanitarians
 39. Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists
 40. Veterinary Medicine

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