Central Services Division
The Central Services Division provides accounting, budgeting, computer
programming, fiscal management, human resource, payroll and benefit, public
information, purchasing, property control, records management, systems analysis, training,
website administration and legal support to all programs within the department.
Division Goal
Assist management and staff of the Montana Department of Agriculture in meeting the department's mission by providing efficient, knowledgeable, and cost-effective customer service.
Division Objectives
- Develop, interpret and maintain policies and procedures that are responsive to the needs of the department and which comply with state and federal regulations.
- Monitor recruitment and selection to ensure a professional, diverse, and responsible workforce.
- Provide timely and accurate financial information consistent with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and State accounting policy.
- Coordinate training opportunities to enhance the skills and expertise of staff.
- Provide systems analysis, programming, networking and data processing expertise and information necessary to meet current and future information technology needs and security criteria.
Contact
Libbi H. Lovshin, Administrator
Phone: (406) 444-3144
E-mail: agr@mt.gov


