WWW Chemist - Department of Public Works

Position: WWW Chemist I- Department of Public Works
WWW Chemist I
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- Department of Public Works locations:
DPW - WWW - Montebello Filtration Planttime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
January 24, 2026 (14 days left to apply) job requisition :
R0015752
** Salary Range:*****$60,877 - $94,499 / Annually
****** Hiring Salary Range:******$60,877 – $77,688 /Annually
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* Job Summary:

***** A WWW Chemist I performs routine tests and analyses on samples of construction materials, raw and treated water or raw and treated wastewater. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.
****** Incumbents receive close supervision from a technical superior. Employees in the class work a conventional workweek; some evening, weekend and holiday hours may be required. Work is performed in a chemical laboratory where incumbents may be exposed to noxious odors, acids, organic solvents and hazardous substances. Work requires minimal physical exertion; however, there may be periods of prolonged standing.
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* Minimum Qualifications:

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* *** On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:
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* Education:

** Have a Bachelor's degree in chemistry from an accredited college or university.
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* *** Equivalency Notes:
** Have an equivalent combination of education and experience, which must include at least 20 credits in chemistry from an accredited college or university.
** Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates:
** A valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license, or an equivalent out-of-state driver's license acceptable to the Office of Risk Management may be required.
** Final date to receive applications:*
* * Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.

*** Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
*** Knowledge of the methods and techniques of chemical analyses.
* Knowledge of general laboratory procedures.
* Ability to make stoichiometric computations.
* Ability to perform routine chemical analyses.
* Ability to work effectively with others.
* Ability to maintain records and write technical reports.
** Additional Information
**** Background Check
** Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
** Probation
* * All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-months.
** Eligibility
* * Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

** Education Accreditation
** Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained es.org.
** Selection Process
** All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated…