Environmental Enforcement Specialist

3 weeks ago


Helena, United States State of Montana Full time
Environmental Enforcement Specialist -(24140880)

Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference for human health and the environment? Do you enjoy applying science, logic, and communicating with people to solve everyday problems?

Consider being part of a progressive team of environmental professionals that help prevent pollution of our air, water, and soil. We take on unique challenges that require curiosity, technical expertise, and regulatory understanding.

Our Enforcement Specialists investigate potential environmental violations through desk audits and field inspections, document site conditions and take samples, and make risk-based determinations regarding appropriate actions to resolve violations. Specialists work with the public, consultants, internal and external stakeholders and/or partner agencies and attorneys providing guidance to help facilitate timely resolution of violations.

At the Department of Environmental Quality, our ultimate goal is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana. DEQ employees are the heart of our organization. We value the people and invest in their professional growth, promoting a culture of cross-agency collaboration as we find solutions to the environmental challenges we face. DEQ values – leadership, accountability, customer service, efficiency, excellence, and decision making – are fundamental to our work. Come be a part of the 

·Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Health Science, or any field related to environmental program management.

·Two years of environmentally related work experience involving field work with preferred skills in environmental sampling and interpretation of analytical results.

·Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.

·Occupational experience with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, and Excel, Teams, etc.), Adobe Acrobat, GPS, digital camera, and scientific sampling and/ or monitoring equipment.

·Ability to obtain and maintain Level 200 Incident Command System (ICS) training.

·Current valid Driver’s License and clean driving record in accordance with State of Montana Vehicle Use Policy

Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

In your cover letter, describe how your education, knowledge, and skills have prepared you for this position.

Applications, including supplemental materials such as cover letter or resume, must be submitted through the State of Montana Careers site () by the closing date of the announcement.


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