Wastewater State Revolving Fund Professional Engineer

Wastewater State Revolving Fund Professional Engineer

At the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, our work impacts all Montanans. Our agency mission is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana – watch it in action here Whether it's the water you drink at a restaurant, the air you breathe on a hike, or the energy that lights up your home — we provide environmental oversight, clean-up, and energy resource information to the people and businesses of Montana.

Department of Environmental Quality is looking to hire a Wastewater State Revolving Fund Professional Engineer to join our team in the WPCSRF Section of the Water Quality Division. The SRF Professional Engineer is responsible for engineering review and analysis to determine whether public wastewater facilities are constructed and operated in compliance with statutes, policies and regulations. The position works with facilities and provides engineering project management for a variety of technically complex projects. The position will complete assessments for wastewater system planning, design, capacity, construction management, operations, maintenance and financing to determine if the facilities are providing optimal levels of performance. This position acts as engineering liaison for the Department to the public and municipalities on matters associated with wastewater system engineering plan documents, design standards, processes, products, operations and policies.

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 Department of Environmental Quality

The SRF Professional Engineer position includes a career ladder for professional development and pay progression. This position may be eligible for occasional telework.

Minimum Requirements Include
Bachelor's degree in environmental and/or civil engineering, or a related field.

Licensed professional engineer as required by , MCA, and the Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

Education And Experience Requirements As Described By , MCA.
Preferred related work experience in permitting, design, or review of engineering plans and specifications for land or site development, and construction management.

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.

Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $

90, ,278.00 Yearly

Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time

Job Type

: Standard

Shift

: Day Job

Travel

: Yes, 20 % of the Time

Primary Location

: Helena

Agency: Department of Environmental Quality Union: 000 - None

Posting Date

: Aug 26, 2025, 8:48:28 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)

: Sep 18, 2025, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name: Tiffany Daley | Contact Email: | Contact Phone: The 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.