Chemist 2

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Chemist 2

Salary

$59,345.00 - $90,211.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-47768-15130

Department

Department of Environmental Protection

Division

EP BL Organic Rdtn Biolgcl Srv

Opening Date

04/22/2026

Closing Date

5/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

15130

Position Number

00028097

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B4

Pay Group

ST07

Bureau / Division Code

35/1520

Bureau / Division

EP BL Organic Rdtn Biolgcl Srv

Worksite Address

Bureau of Laboratories, 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 seeking a skilled Chemist 2 in Dauphin County to support critical environmental protection efforts. In this role, you will analyze environmental samples for significant chemical constituents using specialized laboratory instruments and established analytical methods. Your work will play an essential part in safeguarding Pennsylvania’s natural resources. Apply now to join our team.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The role involves receiving environmental samples and performing a variety of analytical procedures to support the laboratory’s mission. The primary focus is the analysis of drinking water, non-potable water, soil, pure product (COWS), and air samples for volatile and semi-volatile compounds. These analyses are conducted using purge-and-trap systems and other specialized instrumentation. Accurate operation, routine maintenance, and effective troubleshooting of laboratory equipment are essential to ensure high-quality results. Strict adherence to Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) procedures is required to maintain data integrity, reliability, and compliance with established laboratory standards.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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time on an ad-hoc basis. 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, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:One year as a Chemist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); orOne year of professional chemical analytical experience, and a bachelor’s degree that includes 30 credits in chemistry or biochemistry; orA graduate degree in chemistry. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.Other Requirements:You must posse