WATER QUALITY ORGANIC CHEMIST

APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: 7:30 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M., SEPTEMBER 15, 2006 THROUGH NOVEMBER 10, 2006.
FILING DEADLINE: 4:30 P.M., NOVEMBER 10, 2006. APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT ON OR BEFORE THE FILING DEADLINE. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THAT DATE AND TIME. POSTMARKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.You may apply on-line at www.longbeach.gov/civilservice or call 562-570-6202 to obtain an application packet.EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:Under direction, performs senior-level and highly specialized assignments in the testing and analyzing of organic constituents; performs organic chemical analyses of potable water and other environmental samples for water quality assessment and evaluation; performs annual proficiency analyses on test samples to maintain laboratory accreditation; selects, adapts or develops methods and techniques for conducting tests and analyses as required by Standard Methods, EPA or research projects; performs trace analysis on potable and wastewater samples by using gas chromatograph, gas chromatograph/mass spectrometer, high performance liquid chromatograph, total organic carbon analyzer and total organic halide analyzer; prepares calibration standards, reagents and working solutions for analyses; maintains laboratory instrumentation and test equipment through troubleshooting and preventative maintenance; maintains test records and files; maintains laboratory QA/QC program to ensure data and resulting decisions are technically sound, valid and updated; assigns and reviews the work of subordinate personnel; prepares and present written reports for state and federal regulatory agencies; and performs other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE:A Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science or closely-related field AND five years of full-time paid technical-laboratory experience as a chemist or analyst. A Master’s degree may be substituted for one year of the required experience. An advanced degree is desirable. A copy of degree or transcripts indicating the date of graduation MUST be submitted with the application.
At least three years of the required experience MUST have been gained in a position using gas chromatograph/mass spectrometer to analyze drinking water and/or environmental samples by EPA methods.
Knowledge of materials, equipment, rules, regulations, policies, procedures and/or practices used in organic chemical testing of drinking water and/or environmental samples and California Safety and Health Act regulations.
Must be available to work odd hours, weekends, holidays, overtime and on an emergency basis as necessary.
Proof of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license may be required at time of employment. (If a driver's license is required, a current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at time of selection interview.)