Laboratory Analyst I, II, Or III

The Position

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position ofLABORATORY ANALYST I, II, or IIIto fill one (1) vacancy in the

Sewer - Laboratory Service Division of the Public WorksDepartment. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

The Riverside Water Quality Control Plant (RWQCP) is located at 5950 Acorn Street Riverside, CA92504. The plant was recently expanded and retrofitted to meet the needs of future generations. This plant expansionintroduced several new technologies designed to produce high quality effluent water and increase the plant's efficiency. As currently constructed, the RWQCP consists of two separate treatment plants with a common chlorine contact basin, de-chlorination and outfall structures. These provide preliminary, primary, secondary and tertiary treatment for a rated capacity of 46 million gallons per day (MGD) or enough to fill up 70 Olympic size pools.

Laboratory Analysts, under general supervision, perform chemical and bacteriological analyses and examinations according to standard methods and procedures, and do related work as required.

LABORATORY ANALYST I

$59,808.00 - $72,720.00 Annually

LABORATORY ANALYST II

$74,388.00 - $90,372.00 Annually

LABORATORY ANALYST III

$84,552.00 - $102,816.00 Annually

Work Performed

Laboratory Analyst I and II

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform chemical, bacteriological, and biological analyses of samples taken from wastewater treatment plant processes, industrial waste, domestic water, and receiving water.

• Perform Ion Chromatography analyses, COD analyses, hydrogen sulfide analyses, BOD analyses, and various other analyses to ensure the safety and compliance of all wastewater; calibrates equipment and performs all related analyses tasks with professionalism and accuracy.

• Prepare, draft, and maintain a variety of records and reports.

• Maintain and operate laboratory instruments; make appropriate determinations on various equipment to use in the testing and evaluation of samples.

• Implement and use analytical methods for effective analysis and discovery; ensure the most transparent processes are used to evaluate samples; handle all samples in compliance with safety regulations and standards.

• Assist in the preparation of method validation packages for certification purposes.

• Review and evaluate test results; identify areas of concern, make suggestions, provide detailed analysis and explanation, and provide concrete evidence of test findings.

• Order laboratory supplies; maintain inventory and general accounting of supplies.

• Prepare and standardize solutions and reagents used in laboratory analyses.

• Clean, acid wash, and sterilize laboratory glassware, equipment, and utensils; ensure equipment remains operational and stocked.

• Assist in the technical operations and overall activities of the laboratory; clean equipment and store all utensils and glassware; dispose of waste and biological material according to regulations and standards.

• Observe housekeeping and safety regulations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Laboratory Analyst III

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform chemical, bacteriological, and biological analyses of samples taken from wastewater treatment

plant processes, industrial waste, domestic water, and receiving water.

• Prepare, draft, and maintain a variety of records and reports.

• Maintain and operate laboratory instruments; make appropriate determinations on various equipment

to use in the testing and evaluation of samples.

• Develop, implement, and optimize analytical methods for effective analysis and discovery; ensure the

most transparent processes are used to evaluate samples.

• Prepare method validation package for certification purposes.

• Review and evaluate test results; identify areas of concern, make suggestions, provide detailed

analysis and explanation, and provide concrete evidence of test findings.

• Order and purchase laboratory supplies; maintain inventory and general accounting of supplies.

• Prepare and standardize solutions and reagents used in laboratory analyses.

• Clean, acid wash, and sterilize laboratory glassware, equipment, and utensils; ensure equipment

remains operational and stocked.

• Assist in the technical operations and overall activities of the laboratory.

• Assist in training of laboratory staff.

• Serve as lead and point of contact for the laboratory in the absence of the laboratory supervisor.

• Observe housekeeping and safety regulations.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Laboratory Analyst I

Education:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Chemistry, Biology, or a closely

related field.

Experience:One (1) year of laboratory experience in a wastewater or similar facility.

Necessary Special Requirement for Laboratory Analyst I:

• Possession of a Grade I Laboratory Analyst certification issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) within 18 months of appointment.

• Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California motor vehicle operator's license.

Laboratory Analyst II

Education:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Chemistry, Biology, or a closely related field.

Experience:Three (3) years of experience in a laboratory setting, or two (2) years of laboratory experience comparable to that of a Laboratory Analyst I in a wastewater laboratory or facility.

Necessary Special Requirement for Laboratory AnalystII:

• Possession of a Grade II Laboratory Analyst certification issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) within 18 months of employment.

• Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California motor vehicle operator's license.

Laboratory Analyst III

Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Chemistry, Biology, or a closely related field.

Experience: Six (6) years of laboratory experience comparable to that of a Laboratory Analyst II in a wastewater laboratory or facility.

Necessary Special Requirement for Laboratory Analyst III:

• Possession of a Grade III Laboratory Analyst certification issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA).

• Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California motor vehicle operator's license.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:Work is done inside a laboratory environment with exposure to biowaste, hazards, chemicals, equipment, sampling materials, and fumes. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives and will provide professional customer service

Selection Process

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

1)Completed Employment Application

2. Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

3. Current California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Certificate (must be scanned and attached to the online application).

PLEASE NOTE: THE CERTIFICATION REQUIRED MUST BE SCANNED AND ATTACHED TO THE ONLINE APPLICATION. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT ALLOW AN APPLICATION TO BE SUBMITTED WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ATTACHMENT. FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process.This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

• An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.

• An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.