Water Quality Permitting Specialist

3 days ago


Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full time
Water Quality Permitting Scientist

We are seeking a highly skilled Water Quality Permitting Scientist to join our team in the Water Protection Bureau of the Water Quality Division. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of environmental law, particularly the Clean Water Act, Montana Water Quality Act, and mining regulations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform scientific and technical analyses, calculations, assessments, and determinations essential to the implementation of water quality programs in the State of Montana.
  • Write individual permits for Western Alkaline Coal mining facilities in Montana, as well as other individual and general permit writing and administration duties, as needed.
  • Review and implement state and federal statutes, rules, and policies related to water quality and mining regulations.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in physical, earth, or life sciences.
  • Two years of directly related experience.

The successful candidate will bring a combination of skills and experience, including:

  • Analyzing and interpreting environmental data.
  • Reviewing specifications and processes at public works and industrial facilities, especially mine facilities.
  • Writing technical documents for a general audience.
  • Acting as an effective liaison between diverse stakeholders.

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

At the Department of Environmental Quality, we value our employees and invest in their professional growth, promoting a culture of cross-agency collaboration as we find solutions to the environmental challenges we face.

The Water Quality Permitting Scientist position includes a career ladder for professional development and pay progression. This position may be eligible for occasional telework.



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