What are the responsibilities and job description for the DRINKING WATER SAMPLER position at State of New Hampshire?
State of New Hampshire Job Posting
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION / MtBE REMEDIATION BUREAU
29 HAZEN DRIVE, CONCORD NH 03301
DRINKING WATER SAMPLER
Position #9T2987
Typical Starting Salary Range is $22.50 - 30.02/hr
This position offers a Trainee Status* at the following pay rate: $21.63 per hour.
This is a grant-funded position and is subject to renew every 2 years.
Summary:
Initiates sampling of drinking water wells and conducts studies associated with per-and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS) contaminated groundwater.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS : Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education:Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university with major study in a related environmental science. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.
Experience:Two years’ experience as an Environmentalist or two years’ of GIS or laboratory experience in a related science field such as implementing sampling programs, including experience collecting and processing samples and entering information into database and spreadsheet programs.
License/Certification:Must possess a valid driver’s license to complete professional fieldwork.
PREFERRED WORK TRAITS:Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Responsibilities:
Plans and conducts inspections, surveys, and collection of samples statewide from drinking water wells associated with per-and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS) contamination following protocols established by the NHDES.
Consults with state officials, local officials, contractors and owners of drinking water wells to ensure coordination and implementation of the drinking water well sampling program.
Monitors and updates databases and spreadsheets with information pertaining to the collection of drinking water samples.
Schedules and directs the activities of interns or staff when so designated.
Continually seeks to improve practices to add quality and value in support of the Department’s mission while identifying and eliminating unnecessary or redundant actions.
Disclaimer Statement : The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.
Criminal background and driving record review required.
For further information please contact Sharon Lewandowski, Sampling Program Supervisor at sharon.a.lewandowski@des.nh.gov or at 603-271-8483.
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay
Other Benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION / MtBE REMEDIATION BUREAU
29 HAZEN DRIVE, CONCORD NH 03301
DRINKING WATER SAMPLER
Position #9T2987
Typical Starting Salary Range is $22.50 - 30.02/hr
This position offers a Trainee Status* at the following pay rate: $21.63 per hour.
- Candidates hired at a Trainee Status must meet minimum qualifications within one (1) year of hire date
This is a grant-funded position and is subject to renew every 2 years.
Summary:
Initiates sampling of drinking water wells and conducts studies associated with per-and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS) contaminated groundwater.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS : Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education:Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university with major study in a related environmental science. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.
Experience:Two years’ experience as an Environmentalist or two years’ of GIS or laboratory experience in a related science field such as implementing sampling programs, including experience collecting and processing samples and entering information into database and spreadsheet programs.
License/Certification:Must possess a valid driver’s license to complete professional fieldwork.
PREFERRED WORK TRAITS:Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Responsibilities:
Plans and conducts inspections, surveys, and collection of samples statewide from drinking water wells associated with per-and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS) contamination following protocols established by the NHDES.
Consults with state officials, local officials, contractors and owners of drinking water wells to ensure coordination and implementation of the drinking water well sampling program.
Monitors and updates databases and spreadsheets with information pertaining to the collection of drinking water samples.
Schedules and directs the activities of interns or staff when so designated.
Continually seeks to improve practices to add quality and value in support of the Department’s mission while identifying and eliminating unnecessary or redundant actions.
Disclaimer Statement : The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.
Criminal background and driving record review required.
For further information please contact Sharon Lewandowski, Sampling Program Supervisor at sharon.a.lewandowski@des.nh.gov or at 603-271-8483.
- TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay
Other Benefits:
- Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
- Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
- Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
- $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
Salary : $23 - $30
