Air Quality Engineering Scientist

Job Title

Air Quality Engineering Scientist )

The Air Quality Engineering Scientist performs unique analyses, calculations, and professional functions essential to the implementation of the air quality program in the state of Montana. This role supports the department’s goal of championing a healthy environment for a thriving Montana.

• Review, prescribe, and assess the design and implementation of structures, devices, systems, and processes to ensure compliance with air pollution control regulations.
• Analyze facilities, equipment, and industrial processes to verify compliance with air quality rules and permit requirements.
• Review and implement state and federal statutes, rules, and policies related to air quality.
• Act as a liaison for the Department with the public and industry on air quality matters.
• Conduct field inspections at industrial sites.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably environmental engineering, or a closely related field.
• Additional degrees preferred:
  Biology, Chemistry, Atmospheric Science, or a related science field.
• Two years of job‑related experience in environmental engineering design and compliance, or a related engineering profession.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

• Describe how your education, knowledge, and skills prepare you for this position in your cover letter.
• Submit all application materials, including cover letter and resume, through the State of Montana Careers site by the closing date of the announcement.

66,751.00 to 87,847.00 per year.

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan.

Telework Eligible (full‑time telework is not available; supervisor approval required).

1

Regular

Schedule:

Full‑Time

Standard

Day Job

Yes, 20% of the time.

Helena

Agency:
Department of Environmental Quality

Union:
Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date:
Jul 14, 2026 6:00 AM

Closing Date:
Jul 29, 2026 5:59 AM

Cover Letter, Resume

Tiffany Daley, Email:
Tiffany.

Daley, Phone: 406‑444‑4218

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.