Environmental Chemist — Water & Waste Analytics

Dallas City Hall; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas City Hall is seeking an Environmental Sciences Chemist to perform comprehensive analyses of water, wastewater, soil, sludge, and air samples under supervision. You will ensure regulatory compliance and accuracy in reporting within a civil service framework.

The role requires a Chemistry or Natural Science degree and at least 1 year of lab experience; a valid driver’s license is mandatory, with some divisions requiring a Class D Water Operator’s license or Boater Education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or natural science.
• 1 year of entry-level experience in water/wastewater, environmental analysis, or laboratory work.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses of samples (water, wastewater, soil, sludge, air) using approved methods.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and health regulations.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports of analyses.
• Collaborate with departments submitting samples for testing and validation.

Skills

entry-level experience in water/wastew

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Natural Science

Tools

Valid driver's license

Class D Water Operator’s license (TCEQ)

Boater Education

Job description

Dallas City Hall is seeking an Environmental Sciences Chemist to perform comprehensive analyses of water, wastewater, soil, sludge, and air samples under supervision. You will ensure regulatory compliance and accuracy in reporting within a civil service framework.

The role requires a Chemistry or Natural Science degree and at least 1 year of lab experience; a valid driver’s license is mandatory, with some divisions requiring a Class D Water Operator’s license or Boater Education.