Chemistry Technician I

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Public Health

Job Classification Title

Chemistry Technician I (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC06

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health safety and well-being of all North Carolinians providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf blind developmentally disabled and mentally ill and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Chemistry Technician I position provides technical support to the Inorganic Chemistry Unit within the Environmental Sciences Section of the State Laboratory of Public Health. The role performs routine and standardized laboratory tasks including sample accessioning wet chemistry bench analysis quality assurance checks and preparation of environmental and drinking water samples for testing. Work includes operating and maintaining laboratory instruments managing sample documentation within the laboratory information management system and supporting daily laboratory workflows to ensure timely and accurate processing.

This position functions within a regulated laboratory environment that requires adherence to established safety procedures data integrity standards and accreditation requirements. The role supports chemists and chemistry technicians and contributes to overall laboratory operations through consistent and precise technical execution.


Key Duties Include:
- Accession drinking water and environmental lead samples and record associated information in the laboratory information management system.

- Apply accessioning labels verify sample documentation and prepare samples for designated testing procedures.

- Perform wet chemistry tests such as total dissolved solids and total suspended solids using established laboratory methods.

- Assist in preparing samples for metals analysis through hotblock digestion and other standardized preparation techniques.

- Conduct backup instrumental analysis using automated titration equipment.

- Complete routine laboratory tasks including glassware washing inventory receipt sample disposal and workspace upkeep.

- Carry out periodic laboratory safety and quality assurance checks in accordance with internal procedures and accreditation standards.

- Support sample digestion workflows and provide general operational assistance to chemistry technicians and chemists.

- Review and follow standard operating procedures relevant to assigned technical tasks.

- Perform additional laboratory support functions as assigned to maintain efficient unit operations.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Demonstrated experience accessioning environmental and drinking water samples in a laboratory information management system (LIMS) with intermediate proficiency in electronic documentation.

• Proven record performing wet chemistry analyses such as TDS and TSS using standardized laboratory methods with documented accuracy in recorded results.

• Measurable experience preparing samples for metals testing through hotblock digestion and related inorganic chemistry preparation techniques.

• Documented success conducting routine laboratory safety and quality control checks in accordance with established laboratory procedures and accreditation requirements.

• Established history managing core laboratory support tasksincluding inventory receipt sample disposal and glassware cleaningwith consistent completion under defined timelines.

• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods.

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

About the NC Division of Public Health (DPH):
The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.

The State Laboratory of Public Health (SLPH) we provide medical and environmental laboratory services such as testing consultation and training to public and private health provider organizations responsible for the promotion protection and assurance of the health of North Carolina citizens. SLPH serves the entire state as a reference laboratory for difficult unusual or otherwise unavailable laboratory procedures and assist in the development evaluation and standardization of medical and environmental laboratory testing procedures. We provide training and consultation to improve and assure quality services in other laboratories and certify milk and water laboratories and milk analysts. We test for Acanthamoeba to Zika and everything in between!

Visit our website at to learn more.

Campus Amenities and Benefits at the State Laboratory of Public Health:

• 220000 square feet state-of-the-art facility

• Plentiful Free Parking

• Easy access to highways (70 40 and 440) NC Museum of Art Umstead State Park healthcare providers and shopping centers

• Proximity to globally and nationally ranked universities (NC State UNC-Chapel Hill Duke)

• Fitness area with exercise equipment classes and wellness activities

• Weekly Food Trucks

• Car Cleaning and Detailing Services On-site bimonthly

• Annual Flu Shot Clinic for Employees and Families

• Monthly and quarterly career development classes including opportunities for traveling

• Library of academic journals and materials on-site

• Employee Engagement and Staff Development Activities

• NCSLPH Employee Recognition Programs

• State Health Plan and State of NC Employee Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options standard and supplemental retirement plans and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation sick and community service addition paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employerthat embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federallaws state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governors Executive Order 303 our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.

• If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.

• Applicantsmaybe subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trustwill besubject to a criminal background check.

• Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. Upon the closing date applications are Under Review and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.

• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application.The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.

• For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at Credit Verification

  Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

  Veterans and National Guard Preference

  • Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

  • Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

  • Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.

  ADA Accommodations

  Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.

  CONTACT INFORMATION

  If there are any questions about this posting please contact Talent Acquisition at. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

  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:

  Tresha Walker

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