SANITARY CHEMIST II (SR-20) [4 vacancies]

Oahu, HI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Information

Supporting Public Health and Environmental Quality Through Science

TheDepartment of Environmental Services Environmental Quality Division is seeking to fill four (4) Sanitary Chemist II positions currently in Honolulu but will moving to Kapolei in the spring. ASanitary Chemist IIperforms a variety of chemical or microbiological analyses and investigations in the field and laboratory on wastewater fresh estuarine and saline receiving waters sludge and sediment; prepares reports of data obtained and performs other related duties as required.

What Youll Do

Prepare and collect samples from the wastewater treatment plants and collection system.
Independently conduct and document analyses of wastewater influent/effluent industrial discharges sludge sediment and fish tissue for organic pollutants using approved methods for compliance monitoring.
Apply appropriate Quality Control/Quality Assurance procedures throughout all protocols.

Special Working Conditions:

Exposure to hazards including cuts falls toxic and noxious gases solvent vapors burns infections and water borne diseases.
Required to lift and maneuver heavy wastewater sampling equipment.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days 21 sick leave days and holidays) comprehensive health coverage retirement plan career development and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the Benefits tab at the top of this posting or visiting today to start a rewarding career with the City and County of Honolulu!

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

At time of application you must be a citizen national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with major work in chemistry or a biological science.

Substitution:

Work experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree in chemistry or a biological science on a year-for-year basis. Such work experience must have provided the knowledge skills and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelors degree in chemistry or a biological science.

Education must have been completed by the time of application in order to be credited. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at an accredited college/university in the United order to receive credit for the education proper documentation e.g. a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program evidence of comparability or an original transcript.

Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application.If available please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma official transcripts and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
One year of professional experience in a chemical or microbiological laboratory.

Such experience must have demonstrated:

Knowledge of:
- the principles and practices of chemistry and microbiology preferably as they relate to wastewater and water liquid wastes analyses;
- the methods techniques and equipment used in laboratory analysis;
Ability to:
- gather organize analyze and interpret field and laboratory data;
- keep records and prepare reports of laboratory and field observations and results of tests.

Substitution: A Masters degree in chemistry or microbiology from a regionally-accredited college or university may substitute for the required one year of professional experience in a chemical or microbiological laboratory.

Refer to the instructions listed above in the Education Requirement section for the reporting and verification of education credentials.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a validappropriate drivers license (Type 3/automobile)as required.
Current vacancies require a valid drivers license (Type 3) prior to appointment.

Examination Process

If you qualify for the position your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education experience and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.

Required Experience:

Position InformationSupporting Public Health and Environmental Quality Through ScienceTheDepartment of Environmental ServicesEnvironmental Quality Division is seeking to fill four (4) Sanitary Chemist II positions currently in Honolulu but will moving to Kapolei in the spring. ASanitary Chemist IIpe...