Analytical Chemist III

Introduction

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Summary Statement

The Delaware Public Health Laboratory (DPHL) seeks an Analytical Chemist III to support Delaware’s compliance testing for drinking water according to established EPA regulations and standards under the Safe Drinking Water Act. This position serves as the lead water microbiology chemist responsible for microbiological and chemical testing of drinking water samples, EPA method implementation, data review, SOP development, quality tracking, staff training, and regulatory compliance to ensure accurate, timely, and reliable drinking water testing that protects public health in Delaware.\r\n

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.� Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. \r\nPrepares samples for instrument analysis, interprets instrument recordings and documents test results.� \r\nUses analytical chemistry techniques including state-of-the-art instrumentation to gather data involving samples.� \r\nAnalyzes laboratory data to determine quantity and quality of toxins, pathogens, chemical and biochemical constituents.� \r\nPrepares reports identifying samples, explains testing methods and documents findings and conclusions of analysis.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Analytical Chemist III \r\nApplicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:\r\n\r\n Three years experience in generating and interpreting chemical test data by performing quantitative and qualitative statistical analysis. \r\n Three years experience in selecting and modifying laboratory test methods and procedures. \r\n Six months experience in conducting data review to ensure numerical input, calculations, formulas and interpretation of output is accurate, instruments were operating according to specifications, analytical procedures were followed and documentation is complete. \r\n Three years experience in physical, organic, inorganic or analytical chemistry. \r\n Three years experience in using laboratory equipment and instrumentation including calibration and maintenance. \r\n Six months experience in technical report writing. \r\n\r\n

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources.\r\nDHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.\r\nAll new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.\r\n

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/\r\n

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.� It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.� For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.�� Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.\r\nOnce you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.� Please keep your contact information current.� You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.\r\n

Accommodations

\r\n\r\nAccommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.� TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.� You may also call (302) 739-5458 or email DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov for additional applicant services support.\r\nThe State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n