Supervising Chemist; SFPUC; U00041

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Department: Citywide
Job class: 2488-Supervising Chemist
Salary range: $ - $
Role type: Permanent Civil Service
Hours: Full-time
Exam type: Class Based Test
Rule: Rule of 10
List type: Combined Promotive and Entrance

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• Assign and evaluate the work of chemists and technicians in the delivery of water quality for an assigned section; prepare performance appraisals and develop work plans for assigned staff; take corrective action to resolve deficiencies.
• Provide training and orientation on laboratory procedures, bureau policy and laboratory safety; arrange for the technical training and professional development of the group.
• Develop work plans for an assigned section; schedule and establish timelines for goals and objectives; evaluate group’s performance measures and adherence to work plan schedules and city policies.
• Direct, implement, and monitor the established laboratory quality assurance program; review and validate analytical data reported to water quality management, clients, and personnel; assure that validated data meets acceptance and reporting criteria as set forth by the quality assurance plan and regulatory agencies.
• Implement approved analytical procedures; write standard operating procedures for the work of the group.
• Consult with water quality clients regarding analytical services; organize and direct the delivery of analytical services; answer technical questions regarding reported data; implement modifications where appropriate; may represent the division and laboratory in meetings with other water quality jurisdictions coordinating regional monitoring activities.
• Coordinate the planning and development of sample collection and monitoring procedures.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Business Unit also includes:

• Prepare budget requests and recommend major purchases for the section; participate in development of division and laboratory policies and procedures; develop and submit policies and procedures to group for review and comment.

Work Location:

Positions at 1000 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA 94030 or at the Moccasin location.

Hours:

Full-time, Mon‑Fri;
Weekends in the event of emergency/unforeseen instances impacting water quality.

1. Possession of baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in chemistry or a closely related laboratory science; AND

2. Eight (8) years of verifiable laboratory experience in analytical chemistry of which must include two (2) years experience in a water quality or wastewater laboratory.

Special Condition:
Some positions may require additional qualifications such as special conditions that may differ from the standard minimum qualifications associated with this classification.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working in Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) or NELAC Institute (TNI) accredited laboratory
• Knowledge of EPA approved methodology and QA/QC requirements

The stated desirable qualification may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.