CHEMIST (NON COMPETITIVE)

City-of-Cincinnat; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Cincinnati is seeking two Chemists for standard and non-standard shifts in the Water Works Department. Interviews will be held together, and candidates may be considered for both roles.

The positions involve performing technical laboratory tests, recording results, and ensuring quality assurance and regulatory compliance. The third shift runs Wednesday–Friday 12:00 am–9:30 am with alternating weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or closely related field.
• Experience in laboratory testing and QA/QC procedures is preferred.
• Familiarity with environmental/clinical lab settings and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of chemical analyses and related procedures.
• Record, organize and interpret test results according to established protocols.
• Ensure quality assurance and quality control within the laboratory.
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and safety policies.
• Assist in supervising laboratory technicians and assistants as needed.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Inorganic chemistry

Instrumentation operation

Data entry/software

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

Chromatography

Spectrometry

Laboratory software

Job description

WQT is looking to hire two Chemists (one for standard shift, and one for a non-standard shift) The interviews for both roles will be conducted simultaneously. Interviewed candidates will be considered for both roles. The non-standard shift role is a third shift position working Wednesday- Friday from 12:00 am to 9:30 am and every other weekend from 12:00 am-12:00 pm. This employee works independently with minimal supervision.

This employee performs a variety of technical laboratory tests and other procedures and records and processes test results as appropriate. Employee ensures quality assurance and quality control within the laboratory; ensures adherence to established policies and procedures; and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Performs related duties as required.

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of:

• Basic qualitative and quantitative analytical chemistry decision making process.
• Basic inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, microbiology, and biochemistry.
• Clinical laboratory specialties including chemistry, microbiology, serology, and hematology.
• Basic principles of instrumental analysis including chromatography and spectrometry.
• Scientific statistics.
• Environmental chemistry and microbiology.
• Safety policies and procedures, e.g., Employee Safety Instruction Manual, and applicable agencyrequirements.
• English usage and specific terminology appropriate to position and program.
• Computer applications for data entry and instrument operations.

Skill to:

• Operate complex analytical instrumentation.
• Operate appropriate computer equipment; use properly all related hardware and software.
• Operate assigned vehicle in the course of duty.

Ability to:

• Identify problems.
• Listen attentively.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers.
• Solve analytical chemical problems.
• Make timely logical decisions.
• Identify subtle changes in instrument performance which indicate problems.
• Assist in supervising laboratory technicians and assistants.
• Perform basic qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses.
• Perform chemical calculations.
• Perform basic microbiological procedures.
• Interpret and evaluate information received from others.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• May be required to have a valid Ohio Driver's License.
• Must be an excellent communicator and team builder.

Positions in the Water Works Department:

Must possess (or obtain) and maintain a Class II Water Treatment Professional Operator Certification by the completion of the probationary period.

Positions at the Metropolitan Sewer District:

Must possess (or obtain) and maintain a Class 2 Ohio Wastewater Laboratory Analyst certification within one (1) year of reaching the Ohio Water Environmental Association qualifying experience level.

Environmental Conditions:

Laboratory environment; exposure to computer screens; exposure to industrial waste and toxic chemicals, fumes and solvents.

Physical Conditions:

Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; light and moderate lifting and carrying; general manual dexterity required; ability to distinguish colors required; must be able to operate assigned vehicle, as assigned.