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. We are looking for a Hydrologist to join our team in the Mining Bureau within the Coal Mining Section. The Hydrologist will review plans for proposed mining operations to ensure successful groundwater, surface water, and geomorphic protections and reclamation pursuant to the relevant statutes. The Hydrologist will participate in the complete project life cycle\: from review of the initial plan to hydrogeologic investigations during mining to validating landscape-scale reclamation in the field. 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 of 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 Hydrologist position includes a career ladder for professional development and pay progression. This position may be eligible for occasional telework.