Analytical Chemist II - Ambient Monitoring

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This Analytical Chemist II is a mid-level position in the Air Monitoring group of the Division of Air Quality. This ACII will work closely with group managers to operate the State’s PAMS site. The incumbent will help to develop solutions to analytical problems, verify and correct technical issues as necessary, and validate the performance PAMS monitoring equipment. The incumbent will be responsible for collecting field samples during PAMS season and be willing to work out of doors. The ACII will work with the Quality Assurance group to assist with the planning, design, execution, and analysis of special air monitoring studies. The ACII will perform data reprocessing and Level 1 Quality Assurance of PAMS AutoGC data.

Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level.

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.

• Prepares samples for instrument analysis, interprets instrument recordings and documents test results.
   
• Uses analytical chemistry techniques including state-of-the-art instrumentation to gather data involving samples.
   
• Analyzes laboratory data to determine quantity and quality of toxins, pathogens, chemical and biochemical constituents.
   
• Prepares reports identifying samples, explains testing methods and documents findings and conclusions of analysis.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Analytical Chemist II
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Six months experience in generating and interpreting chemical test data by performing quantitative and qualitative statistical analysis.
2. Six months experience in selecting laboratory test methods and procedures.
3. Six months experience in physical, organic, inorganic or analytical chemistry.
4. Six months experience in using laboratory equipment and instrumentation including calibration and maintenance.
5. Six months experience in technical report writing.

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires 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.

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

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.

Once 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.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The 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.