Environmental Scientist III

Environmental Scientist III

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Salary – $25.90 - $53.87 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Final date to receive applications – 8/17/2026*

The Division of Drinking Water is looking for an Environmental Scientist to assist with technical assistance contract and provide support in areas such as emergency response planning, capacity development, compliance resolution, cross-connection control, operator certification, emerging contaminants, and cybersecurity. This position may be filled at any of the advertised levels listed below. Salary depends on the job level offered within the series.

* This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.*

• Perform inspections of public water systems throughout the state of Utah requiring occasional overnight travel.
• Conduct onsite assessments of Utah’s Public Water Systems to identify existing or potential sanitary risks, and evaluate the adequacy of the system, its sources, operations, and the distribution of safe drinking water.
• Conduct Level 2 Assessments of public water systems.
• Provide support for the Emergency Response program.
• Provide technical assistance for emergency response, cyber security and water system operations.

• Be able to determine Public Water System conformance with Utah regulatory requirements through the Sanitary Survey and Level 2 assessment review process.
• Possess the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with Public Water Systems and other agencies.
• Be able to work independently, prioritize work, and adjust quickly to changing priorities.
• Experience identifying and analyzing underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions.
• Be able to respond to questions or complaints, provide information, explain policy and procedures, and facilitate resolution of deficiencies.
• Be able to develop and conduct education and outreach to increase awareness of drinking water regulations.

• Preference may be given to those with a Bachelors of Science degree plus five (5) years of full-time paid professional employment directly related to drinking water treatment and/or distribution protection and environmental regulatory activities, OR an equivalent combination of related education and paid professional employment directly related to the above tasks.
• Preference may also be given to individuals with a valid Utah Distribution and/or Treatment Operator Certification. Have knowledge of drinking water utility regulations and operations.

The selected candidate for this position may be brought in as an Environmental Scientist I with a salary range of $25.90- $38.90, an Environmental Scientist II with a salary range of $30.47 - $45.78 per hour, or an Environmental Scientist III with a salary range of $35.85 - $53.87 per hour.

Location –
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

For more information about the Department of Environmental Quality and the Division of Drinking Water, .

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact .