Environmental Lab Analyst

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Description

Seeking a meticulous and proactive Environmental Laboratory Analyst to conduct comprehensive laboratory analyses. The role involves a variety of tasks including the preparation and testing of samples to ensure compliance with environmental standards for drinking water, surface water, and soil.

About the Department of Natural Resources

The Natural Resources laboratory, boasting NELAP/TNI certification from the State of Florida, conducts rigorous testing for 44 potable and 53 non-potable analytes. To uphold our certification, the laboratory engages in proficiency testing biannually and undergoes a comprehensive audit biennially. Lab analysts are responsible for performing a wide variety of analyses on matrices such as drinking water, wastewater, surface water, groundwater, and marine waters. Equipped with specialized instruments for the analysis of metals, nutrients, primary/secondary pollutants, and biological samples, the lab is at the forefront of environmental testing. We invite you to become part of our highly efficient and cooperative team, where the significance of each member is recognized and celebrated!

Natural Resources is committed to the well-being of our team. We take pride in providing more than just standard benefits, including:

• A balanced approach to life and work with flexible scheduling.
• A dedication to ongoing professional development and learning.
• The chance to contribute to your community and effect positive change through significant work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality scientific data in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Follow Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures approved under NELAC/TNI, 40 CFR, and EPA to maintain lab certification.
• Conduct analysis for various parameters using instruments and equipment such as Nutrients, Metals, Trace metals (ICP and ICPMS), Solids, and bacteriological testing.
• Apply basic laboratory practices for inorganic chemistry and microbiological examination.
• Evaluate and interpret analytical and environmental data.
• Adhere to the laboratory's formal quality control program requirements.
• Demonstrate proficiency in importing and exporting data through a LIMS system using Excel and Word.
• Perform laboratory maintenance, including equipment upkeep, documentation in electronic maintenance logs, data evaluation, and calibrations.
• Review and update method-based Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for each analysis performed.

Education, Experience, Licensing

Minimum Requirements:

• Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to High School graduation or GED equivalent and two years of experience performing chemical and bacteriological analysis, preparing a variety of reagents and media, and using specialized laboratory instruments or closely related work experience.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, or a closely related field.
• Completion of sixteen (16) college semester credit hours in general microbiology and biology.
• Previous experience in a TNI/NELAC-certified laboratory.

Supplemental Information

• Familiarity with standard methods for sampling and testing.
• Understanding of regulatory specifications and standards.
• Proficiency in mathematics, including algebra, statistics, and geometry.
• Capability to use specialized analytical instrumentation and software programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, including tasks such as copying, pasting, importing, exporting, and using macros.

The work hours and days for this position are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with some weekends and holidays on a rotational basis. There is a monthly requirement to work four hours on both Saturday and Sunday. Compensation for weekend work includes a corresponding day off, typically the preceding Monday or the following Friday.

Benefits Include:

• Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability Insurance: Both short-term and long-term options
• Life Insurance: Including Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Financial Planning: Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• Support Programs: Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy 11 paid holidays, along with generous vacation and sick leave
• Recognition and Appreciation: Through our employee appreciation and peer recognition programs
• Professional Development: Take advantage of numerous employee development opportunities

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28