Water Quality Scientist

We are looking for two Water Quality Scientists to join our team in the TMDL Section of the Water Quality Planning Bureau.  These positions are focused on the development of total maximum daily loads (TMDLs) and supporting TMDL implementation and other water quality and watershed improvement activities, including wetland protection activities. Writing and implementing TMDLs supports DEQ’s mission to assure that water quality is maintained & improved so that state waters can support all their beneficial uses. Primary responsibilities of these positions include: Developing TMDLs to address pollutant loading sources; Organizing, analyzing, and summarizing water quality data and pollutant source information; Working with other internal DEQ program personnel and external stakeholders to compile water quality information and provide guidance and feedback on water quality and wetland improvement activities; Writing TMDL documents that meet all DEQ and EPA requirements; and Documenting water quality improvement and wetland protection actions and evaluating relative success of these actions. Some field work and travel around the state of Montana is required.