Chemist 1 (09739)

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Advanced knowledge and experience in analytical chemistry testing processes.

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

• Ability to use reason and logic to identify and solve problems.

• Meet minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in biology chemistry or physical sciences.

  • Two years related laboratory experience in a regulated environment such as EPA or ISO17025 certified laboratories.

  • At least two years of laboratory experience in microbiology analytical chemistry and quality assurance practices.

  • Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents you must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• References

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1 2026.

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Public Health and Safety Division Environmental Laboratory in Helena.

This position performs chemical analyses within the Environmental Laboratory Program. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Performing complex analytical analyses; Developing and implementing quality improvement projects internally and with external partners; Researching best practices and analytical methods for testing and compliance; Recommending best practices to improve laboratory procedures for quality assurance and compliance purposes; Reporting legally defensible data using quality assurance and quality control procedures.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health safety well-being and empower independence. By joining our department you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montanas comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage retirement plans paid vacation sick leave and holidays work/life balance and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) addition DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.