Sanitarian 1 (00332)

Taleo; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Department of Public Health & Human Services in Helena, MT is seeking a Sanitarian 1 to develop and administer state food and consumer safety programs. You will investigate outbreaks, inspect facilities, and ensure compliance with laws, while offering related trainings.

The role requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, licensure within six months, and a focus on public health and food safety. Partial telework within Montana may be available, with primary location in Helena.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Montana statutes and rules pertaining to licensed establishments.
• Ability to perform a public health inspection to ensure compliance with State and Federal laws.
• Basic knowledge of public health including food safety and food borne illness investigations.
• Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, maintaining them over time.
• Must obtain a current Montana Registered Sanitarian License within six months of hire.
• Current Montana Registered Sanitarian license preferred, otherwise provide transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Developing and administering the food and consumer safety program services.
• Investigating consumer complaints and illness outbreaks to identify and eliminate threats to the public.
• Conducting public health inspections of food facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with laws.
• Providing training related to food and safety programs.

Skills

Montana statutes & rules

Public health inspection

Public health knowledge

Relationship building

LS license preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental health or related field

Microbiology course completion

Montana Registered Sanitarian License

Job description

Job Description - Sanitarian 1 (00332) (26142445)

Position Title:

Sanitarian 1 (00332) - 26142445

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov .

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

This position is responsible for developing and administering the food and consumer safety program services to reduce the incidence of diseases and occurrences of unhealthful conditions. Responsibilities include investigating consumer complaints and illness outbreaks to identify and eliminate threats to the public, conducting public health inspections of food facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, and providing training related to food and safety programs.

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 Montana's 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) program. In 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.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Knowledge of Montana statutes and rules pertaining to licensed establishments.


• Ability to perform a public health inspection to ensure compliance with State and Federal laws.


• Basic knowledge of public health including food safety and food borne illness investigations.


• Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, maintaining them over time.


• Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, biology, chemistry, or a directly related field.


• Completed microbiology course from an accredited university program, or able to complete one within six months of hire.


• Must obtain a current Montana Registered Sanitarian License within six months of hire.


• Current Montana Registered Sanitarian licensed preferred, otherwise must provide transcripts.


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

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

The primary location for this position is open for consideration contingent on available workspace. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state and DPHHS policies.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary

34.09 - 34.09 hourly

Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena

Other Locations

Billings

Agency

Department of Public Health & Human Services

Union

Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Sep 28, 2026, 4:27:24 PM

Closing Date: Oct 12, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume, References

Contact Name : Jenny Fowler | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone]

Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the 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.