Chemist (Public Health Associate Iii)

• Performs quality control and quality assurance procedures;
• Compiles with the laboratory's prescribed safety rules and regulations;
• Researches, develops, and validates new methods as prescribed by the EPA & CA Department of Public Health;
• Undertakes special training for new procedures and assists in the development of procedure manuals;
• Oversees the training and work of the laboratory assistant in processing environmental samples;
• Performs preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures on equipment and instruments;
• Enters patient information and test results in automated laboratory data systems;
• Must be knowledgeable with methods and procedures used in the environmental lead testing Section, purpose of each test, calibration procedures, and assessment of tests and method or equipment validation;
• Provides overall supervision and maintenance of Quality Control in the Environmental Lead Testing Section of the laboratory;
• Ensures hazardous waste removal occurs on an appropriate schedule;
• Reviews raw results from analysis and any calculations or data entry required to produce final reports, prior to turning the reports over to the Quality Assurance Manager for review and release;
• Performs internal audit on a quarterly basis; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certification.
• Four years of experience providing services in a specialized PUBLIC HEALTH setting, such as social work, registered nursing, nutrition, phlebotomy, physician's assistance, chemistry, clinical technology or PUBLIC HEALTH GIS.
  • Academic degrees in Social Work, Public Health, Public Administration, or a closely related field may be substituted for required experience on a year-for-year basis. Copy of degree or transcripts denoting degree conferment required if qualifying with an academic degree.)
• Valid motor vehicle operator license.
  • Required to obtain a California motor vehicle operator license within 6 months if out of state. DMV K4 driver license information report printout required during onboarding for California residents.)

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Public Health, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Bilingual skills (Khmer, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese)

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL DEMONSTRATE

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, be flexible, and manage multiple assignments in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people and populations by consistently exercising tact, good judgement, and a proactive, problem-solving focused style.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to de-escalate and resolve conflicts independently and effectively.
• Proficiency in the use of computers, including email, internet, and office productivity software (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

This recruitment will close at 11:59PM PST, on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. To be considered, applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and proof of education in PDF format. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment.Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact (562) 570-6927.
The City of Long Beach is anEqual Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visitinghttps://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
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Employment Type: Unclassified - Full-Time, Permanent