Water Quality Analyst
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Position Description
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is looking for aWater Quality Analyst to join their this role you will be conducting testonvariouswater samples to ensurewe are supplying the best water to our consumers.SPUs water source is ranked among the top water supply within the country for taste and purity.
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About Seattle Public Utilities (SPU):Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people environment and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality vital services across four major lines of business: providing water solid waste drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses. SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities. Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality reliable and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make.
For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) please visit:
SPU Website
SPU commits toOur City Values andRace and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting hiring and promotional opportunities.
Why join us
We know workisntonly about what you doitsalso about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance including:
Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
Generous benefits package
Free public transportation options
City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
Growth potential and advancement opportunities
Job Responsibilities
Perform limnological and chemical analyses of drinking water samples for regulatory and monitoring purposes to assure safe drinking water.
Collect and analyze routine and regulatory drinking water samples.
Operate analytical instrumentation likedescreteanalyzer gas chromatographs total organic analyzer inductively coupled argon plasma mass spectrometer various meters equipped with selective electrodes microscopes and general chemistry tests.
Understand andmonitorchemical and limnological processes in the drinking water sources and the distribution system.
Review data for correctness and follow all laboratoryestablishedQuality Assurance/Quality Control protocols. Peer review other analysts data.
Provide technicalassistanceto other staff in fields of expertise.
Clearly communicate orally and in writing the technical aspects of drinking water analytical results to technical and non-technical staff within and outside of the utility.
Be familiar with a wide variety of computer software such as LIMS MS Office and various other packages.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover orcontaina comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that arerequired ofthe employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Experience:One year experience in water microbiology water biology or water chemistry laboratory
AND
Education:ABachelorsdegreein Biology Chemistry or a related field.
Experience and Education Equivalency:Other combinations of education training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability
License Certification and Other Requirements:
At the time of appointment must hold a validWashington State Driver License.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Most work is performed in the SPU Water Quality Laboratory.
Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather traffic hazardous/toxic substances and work in or near construction sites.
May beto lift over 50 pounds.
May beto stand walk or bend for extended periods of time.
Overnight travel may be.
Desired Qualifications:
Three years of experience in a laboratory setting analyzing drinking water.
Three years of experience working with a variety of laboratory instruments: Gas Chromatographs Inductively Coupled Argon Plasma Mass Spectrometer TOC Analyzer Discrete Analyzer variousmetersand probes.
Knowledge of drinking water regulations andmaximumcontaminant levels (MCLs).
Understanding of online water analyzers.
Ability to work within the organizational framework of SPU Workplace Expectations including our values on Safety Respect Diversity Trust Humor Productivity Integrity Innovation Partnership and Accountability.
Ability to communicate and work effectively within a multicultural workforce serving diverse customer bases.
Additional Information
How to Apply:Please fully complete an online application and supplemental questions.PleaseDO NOTattach resumes and cover letters as they will not be considered in the review of candidates qualifications.
Workplace Environment:This position requires 5 days on-site.
The full salary range for this position is: $45.02 - $52.60 per hour.Benefits:The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation holiday and sick leave as well as medical dental vision life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at: may apply:The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people with disabilities veterans and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race color creed national origin ancestry sex marital status disability religious or political affiliation age sexual orientation or gender identity.
Learn more aboutSeattle Public Utilities atour web page Experience:
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Key Skills
- Gas Chromatography
- Laboratory Experience
- Archival Standards
- ELISA
- Test Cases
- Analytical Chemistry
- Quality Assurance
- Spectroscopy
- Quality Control
- cGMP
- Selenium
- Western Blot
