WATER CHEMIST II
City of Chicago
WATER CHEMIST II
BID / JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
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These positions are open to the general public and to all current city employees covered under the terms of the City's collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME (BU #01).
Department of Water Management
Number of Positions: 7
DUTIES
· Under immediate supervision, performs entry-level professional chemical and physical analyses of raw and treated water to assess water quality and to assist in the control of processes which make water suitable for drinking.
- Prepares and standardizes chemical solutions prior to analyzing water samples.
- Performs standard analytical tests on water samples obtained from source water, purification plants, and distribution systems to detect and determine relevant characteristics (e.g., pH level, chlorine residue, turbidity, ammonia, threshold odors, radioactivity, fluoride concentration, cyanide, mercury, and metal analysis).
- Performs standard tests on pipe scales, sediment, seepage, and sludge deposits to determine chemical content.
- Analyzes materials used in treating water at filtration plants (e.g., blended phosphate, aluminum sulfate, hydrofluosilicic acid) to ensure conformance with product specifications and safety standards.
- Calculates, analyzes, and interprets test results.
- Prepares reports on the status and results of testing projects.
- Records data and maintains records on tests and analyses conducted in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
- Assists in conducting specialized water analyses in response to customer complaints, as required.
- Assists in conducting research to discover improved methods of water purification, as required.
- Assists in determining the amounts of chemicals to be used at purification plants, as required.
- Maintains laboratory equipment, materials, and instrumentation in conformance with acceptable laboratory standards, as required.
- Performs related duties as required.
NOTE: While the list of essential duties is intended to be as inclusive as possible, there may be other duties which are essential to particular positions within the class.
Location: Bureau of Water Supply
Address: Various
Days Off: Various
Shift: Various
Hours: Various (1 Hour Lunch)
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a directly related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience provided that the minimum degree requirement is met.
Education & Employment Verification - Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.
Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.
NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.
NOTE: This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.
Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:
· Previous work experience interpreting, maintaining and recording chemical test results.
· Previous work experience requiring the use of laboratory equipment, chemical testing and analysis, and/or laboratory practices and methodologies.
· Previous work experience water or wastewater compliance testing.
- Previous service in the Armed Forces of the U.S. on active duty continually for six months and have not been dishonorably discharged.
NOTE: You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing, if applicable.
VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTE: The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel AND military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge. Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented. In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering "yes" or "no" to the question on the online application that asks, "Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of the United States OR have you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge?" In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service. For veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 to your online application which includes character of service status OR a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationery stating dates of service and character of service. For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationary verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States AND a copy of your military ID to your online application. Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference.
Evaluation: Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applications will be accepted.
Residency Requirement: An employee must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago. Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment.
If you are disabled and require a reasonable accommodation to file your application, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources at 312-744-4976, TTY: 312-744-5035. You will be required to provide information regarding your request.
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City of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer
City of Chicago Department of Human Resources
Rahm Emanuel, Mayor Soo Choi, Commissioner
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