Chemistry Technician I

Agency

Dept of Agriculture Consumer Services

Division

Agriculture Consumer Service

Job Classification Title

Chemistry Technician I (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC06

About Us

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture agribusiness and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2000 employees.

Description of Work

The Soil Testing Lab at the Agronomic Division in the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) is excited to announce the opening of a Chemistry Technician I position. You will work in a team environment that is high-volume and fast paced analyzing soil samples for North Carolina its busiest time 3000 samples are analyzed daily. From the lab results soil fertility recommendations that maximize plant growth and yield optimize profitability and protect the environment are provided to the client.

Duties include:

Subsampling soil samples using volumetric scoops
Weighing soil samples on an analytical balance
Extracting nutrients from soil samples
Determining soil pH and electrical conductivity
Conducting UV/VIS spectroscopy analysis

Other aspects of the position include:

Utilizing a custom-made Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
Evaluating data for accuracy
Preparing solutions and standards
Maintaining accurate records
Cleaning labware
Adhering to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols

The employee must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Tasks include lifting trays and boxes that typically weigh 30-50 lbs. as well as standing for extended periods of time throughout the day. This physical effort is required to load trays of soil onto tables for sample processing.

Normal working hours are 6:00 am to 3:00 pm Monday through Friday but occasional overtime may be required to meet established turnaround times. These working hours may be flexed depending on the length of lunch break taken.

**A written practicum will be given to candidates during the interview to evaluate the candidates knowledge of analytical chemistry and other related sciences. **

**Selected candidate must pass a fitness for duty/functional capacity evaluation post-offer paid for by the Department. **

About us:

The NCDA&CS Agronomic Services Division provides statewide diagnostic and advisory services that increase agricultural productivity promote responsible land management and safeguard environmental quality. The Division is comprised of three laboratory sections and a field services section with a combined total of 58 employees. The Agronomic Division maintains a very active employee-led safety program and is recognized as a Public-Sector Star site by the NC Department of Labor.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range- $33272-$51987

• Knowledge of the basic scientific principles applicable in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to independently perform and record complex laboratory tests and procedures perform basic mathematical calculations and record results with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to understand and follow research protocols laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety procedures.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 45 lbs. regularly.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff.

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Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidates related education and experience.

Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application.Applicants seeking veterans/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214 NGB 23A (RPAS) DD256 or NGB 22.

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Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associates degree in one of the chemical biological microbiological environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum including related chemistry laboratory coursework from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Toni Lynn Tooley

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