Chemist I Environmental Control - DPW

Under supervision an employee in this class performs entry level professional work conducting quantitative analyses on samples from marine and fresh surface waters groundwater and industrial and domestic wastewater sources. An important aspect of this position is that its primary purpose is to monitor the composition of ground and surface waters so as to detect and guard against pollution. The work involves the supervised use and general maintenance of sophisticated modern laboratory equipment such as an autoanalyzer an atomic absorption spectrophotometer an organic carbon analyzer and a gas chromatograph. The incumbent performs some preparatory and routine functions independently but performs more complex assignments under either direct or general supervision depending upon the level of difficulty. Direct supervision may be exercised over the work of Laboratory Technicians and Aides.

*Does related work as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sets up calibrates and runs automated analysis equipment to quantitatively analyze water industrial and domestic wastewater and septage samples;

• Performs and directs Laboratory Technicians and Aides in the performance of wet method sample preparations simple colorimetric tests and other simple volumetric spectrophotometric and gravimetric analyses;

• Performs analyses associated with the control and determination of performance of wastewater treatment facilities;

• Prepares materials for use by washing measuring cooking etc.;

• Makes up reagents for use in chemical tests;

• Receives and logs in samples divides into smaller samples labels and stores properly;

• Reads charts of test results calculates numerical equivalents and transfers to log sheets;

• Checks to make sure that sufficient quantities of supplies are on hand;

• May be required to testify in court as to findings and observations;

• May wash glassware and perform other cleanup activities.

Benefits For You Now And Your Future

• Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan including medical dental and vision coverage

• Pension

• Paid Time Off: Vacation 2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to taketime off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen 13 paid holidays.

• WorkLife Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good worklife balance.

Overall county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security making them an attractive option for many job seekers.

*This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time

**Sponsorship is not available for this role

Starting Salary: $54392 to $88531

OPEN COMPETITIVE
Graduation from a college with federallyauthorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelors degree in one of the natural sciences which includes at least sixteen 16 credit hours in Chemistry including Organic Chemistry.

PROMOTIONAL
Two 2 years of permanent competitive status as a Laboratory Technician or a Laboratory Technician (Public Works) possessing a Bachelors degree in one of the natural sciences with at least sixteen 16 credit hours in Chemistry including Organic Chemistry.

ADDITIONAL POSITION DETAILS:

• Good knowledge of the theories principles and practices of organic and analytical chemistry

• Good knowledge of mathematics

• Good knowledge of modern chemical laboratory methods procedures and equipment

• Good knowledge of the indicators sources and legal limits of water pollutants

• Working knowledge of statistics

• Skill in laboratory manipulative techniques

• Ability to take field samples and to set up sampling procedures

• Ability to operate complex electronic laboratory equipment

• Ability to perform assigned analyses and tests according to prescribed procedures

• Ability to make accurate observations and conclusions of test results

• Ability to maintain good working relationships with others in close quarters

• Patience

• Persistence

• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Suffolk Countys Commitment to Diversity Inclusion & Equity:

• Our focus is to promote support and implement the Countywide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
• We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
• We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race color religion creed national origin ancestry disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship sex sexual orientation gender identity age citizenship marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.