Chemist 1

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Chemist 1

Salary

$51,971.00 - $79,062.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-40329-15120

Department

Department of Environmental Protection

Division

EP BL Organic Rdtn Biolgcl Srv

Opening Date

01/15/2026

Closing Date

1/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

15120

Position Number

00095396

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

35/1520

Bureau / Division

EP BL Organic Rdtn Biolgcl Srvs Div

Worksite Address

2575 Interstate Drive

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17110

Contact Name

Susan Kreiser-Array

Contact Email

skreiserar@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
The Department of Environmental Protection is actively looking to hire a Chemist 1 to join their team. This position involves conducting professional laboratory work that focuses on the analysis and examination of various substances and materials to identify environmentally significant analytes. Utilizing specialized equipment and adhering to established methodologies, the Chemist 1 will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity of environmental assessments. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about environmental science and laboratory work to contribute to meaningful projects. If you are interested in making a difference in environmental protection, we encourage you to apply now!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will be tasked with conducting laboratory analyses and examinations of chemical substances and materials, playing a vital role in supporting essential Bureau operations that are influenced by varying workloads and program requirements. Your primary responsibilities will include receiving samples, extracting pollutants of interest from diverse matrices, and analyzing these samples through chromatography techniques.  Additionally, you will assist in the implementation, modification, and enhancement of existing methodologies, ensuring that analytical instrumentation is properly maintained. A strong emphasis will be placed on laboratory safety and adherence to Quality Assurance/Quality Control protocols. The primary focus of your analytical work will involve the volatile analysis of water, soil, and COWS using advanced techniques such as GC/MS with instruments like the HP5975 and HP5977. Furthermore, you will also engage in secondary analytical tasks, specifically targeting volatiles in drinking water through Method 524.3, utilizing the GC/MS HP5977 and Thermo ISQ7610 systems.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders,