Job Description

Do you have professional chemistry laboratory experience?

The Honolulu Board of Water Supply ,  Water Quality Division , is looking to hire two (2) Chemists for their Chemical Laboratory located in Honolulu. These positions independently perform under limited supervision a variety of special and standard chemical analyses and studies of water samples and other water works materials and substances; uses judgment in the selection of methods and techniques; collects water samples, performs standardized laboratory quality assurance and control practices; conducts given portions of studies and research projects; and performs other related duties as required.

Special Working Conditions: Chemicals, climbing, walking, crawling, noxious fumes, hazardous and toxic substances.

Apply today! If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for referral to the hiring department for further consideration for the current job opening as well as future vacancies for this job title.

Applications must be submitted online by January 11, 2025 , 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.

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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.  

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT :
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with major work in chemistry .

Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.

Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application.  Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :

One year of  professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) chemistry experience in a chemical, physical, analytical, industrial or related laboratory.

Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of chemistry; the methods and techniques of chemical laboratory analysis; the uses and care of laboratory apparatus and equipment; waterworks chemistry and its supporting literature; practices and procedures utilized in recording, assembling and compiling scientific observations and statistical data; and the ability to conduct standard and special chemical examinations of water samples and waterworks materials and make adaptations to methods and procedures as required; perform research work; make laboratory preparations and computations; and keep records and prepare reports of laboratory procedures, observations and results of tests.

Substitution: A Master's degree in Chemistry from a regionally-accredited college or university may substitute for the required one year of chemistry experience in a chemical, physical, analytical, industrial or related laboratory. You must submit evidence of your Master's degree in order to be given credit for the substitution.

Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.

Verification Requirement :  You must submit evidence of your education in order to be given credit for the substitution. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT :

Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license (Type 3/automobile), as required. The current vacancies have this requirement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.   

EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation...................................100%

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time,

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