Senior Drinking Water Scientist

Job Description - Senior Drinking Water Scientist (24142015)Position Title:Senior Drinking Water Scientist - (24142015)The Public Water Supply Bureau is responsible for protecting the health of all people within the state that receive drinking water from a public water supply system. We do this by applying the requirements of the federal Safe Drinking Water Act and applicable Montana laws and rules. This Senior Drinking Water Scientist position is responsible for developing a process/program to implement the new federal PFAS drinking water rule, to manage Emergent Contaminant grants, and will become the bureau’s PFAS expert. This senior position will work with the PFAS rule writing team to draft, adopt, and implement the new PFAS rule, develop and deliver educational materials and presentations for PFAS and for the emerging grant program, and communicate with other programs within the division. This position is responsible for presenting PFAS and Emergent Contaminant information to a wide range of audiences that may include various legislative committees, town councils, the media, mayors, boards, professional organizations, and others upon request. The Senior Drinking Water Scientist will work with public water supply systems to determine contaminated sources through sampling events, assist systems in determining appropriate methods for addressing that contamination, and will manage the grant funds. Duties associated with managing the grant will include reviewing proposed projects to ensure qualification for funding, and ranking applications to determine funding options.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 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 Department of Environmental Quality!The position includes a career ladder for professional development and pay progression.Bachelor’s degree in business administration, physical science field, an emphasis in chemistry may be beneficial, or a related field.Three years of directly related work experience.Preferred Experience:A basic understanding of fiscal management.Self-motivated and able to work within a team.Ability to create and present educational materials, both in written and verbal forms.Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.Current valid Driver’s License and clean driving record in accordance with State of Montana Vehicle Use Policy.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 (https://statecareers.mt.gov/) by the closing date of the announcement.Salary:

$61,880.00 - $75,920.00 YearlyTelework Eligibility:

Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)Benefits Package Eligibility:

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement PlanNumber of Openings:

1Employee Status:

RegularSchedule:

Full-TimeJob Type:

StandardShift:

Day JobTravel:

Yes, 10% of the TimePrimary Location:

HelenaAgency:

Department of Environmental QualityUnion:

Montana Federation of Public EmployeesPosting Date:

Jul 26, 2024, 2:29:36 PMClosing Date:

OngoingRequired Application Materials:

Cover Letter, ResumeContact Name:

Tiffany H Fontenot | Contact Email: Tiffany.Fontenot@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 4064444218The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

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