Education
1.Required
Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related science as approved
2.Desired
Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biology or related science as approved
b.Experience
1.Required
a)Personnel are fully qualified with an Associate’s degree in an approved field and three (3) years of applicable experience
2.Training Levels
The following training levels and years of experience are established for personnel who are not fully qualified:
a)Grade 5a - Associate’s Degree in appropriate field and 2 years applicable experience
b)Grade 5b - Associate’s Degree in appropriate field and 1 year of applicable experience
c)Grade 5c - Associate’s Degree in appropriate field and no applicable experience
Note: An appropriate degree requiring more college credits than an Associate’s Degree and/or advanced degree(s) will be evaluated to determine if they satisfy some of the training level requirements.
c.Job-specific Technical Competencies
1.Required
a)Must be able to follow technical instructions, analytical procedures and perform analyses independently
b)Independent problem solving abilities and critical thinking skills with application to biology and chemistry
c)Requires abilities to operate, troubleshoot and perform maintenance of complex analytical instrumentation
d)Must be proficient with computer, have knowledge of excel, word processing and database software
e)Must have effective communication skills (both oral and written) and the ability to work in a team setting
d.Special Licenses
Required
Valid driver’s license from state of residence
e.Water Quality Expectations