Public Water Quality & Sampling Specialist

Virginia-Department-of-Healt; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Health in Virginia's Richmond area is seeking an Environmental Health Technical Specialist - Public Water. You will work with the Central Office Sample Verification Manager to oversee field operations ensuring SDWA compliance and accurate sampling, analysis, and reporting by public waterworks and labs.

The role requires knowledge of biology, chemistry, and math; regulatory interpretation; and project leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Biology, microbiology, chemistry, and math knowledge.
• Tech knowledge related to drinking water.
• Computers for word processing and data management.
• English communication in writing and speaking.
• Ability to interpret regulations and technical documents.
• Experience leading a project or team.

Responsibilities

• Provide field office oversight of the sample verification program.
• Protect public health by ensuring water samples are accurately collected and reported.
• Perform QA/QC checks, record reviews, site visits, split sampling, corrective actions.
• Serve as subject matter expert for sampling processes and procedures.
• Assist with surveillance, site visits and sanitary surveys when available.

Skills

Biology

Microbiology

Chemistry

Math

Water tech

Word processing

Data management

English comms

Regulatory know-how

Leadership

Job description

Virginia Department of Health in Virginia's Richmond area is seeking an Environmental Health Technical Specialist - Public Water. You will work with the Central Office Sample Verification Manager to oversee field operations ensuring SDWA compliance and accurate sampling, analysis, and reporting by public waterworks and labs.

The role requires knowledge of biology, chemistry, and math; regulatory interpretation; and project leadership experience.