Environmental Laboratory Consultant

Agency Health, Department of

Title Environmental Laboratory Consultant - 14029

Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade 22

Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range From $75340 to $95392 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 80%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address Division of Laboratory Quality Certification/ Environmental Laboratory Approval Program

Wadsworth Center, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12201

Minimum Qualifications Open Competitive: bachelor's degree in the natural sciences including or supplemented by 24 college semester credits in chemistry, plus four years of experience performing chemical, physical, microbiological, and/or microscopical analysis of environmental samples; one year of which must have included experience administering a quality assurance/quality control program for a laboratory to a national standard. Substitution: one year of experience as a technical director, manager, or supervisor for a laboratory accredited to a national standard may be substituted for the quality assurance/quality control program experience. Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of Federal and State environmental laboratory methods, standards, quality assurance, audits, and applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to US EPA methods; ISO 17025; the NELAC Institute 2003, 2009, and 2016 standard; Clean Water Act; Safe Drinking Water Act; Subpart 55-2; ELAP certification manual; and 40 CFR 136 and 141. Ability to apply knowledge from laboratory settings to regulatory enforcement and compliance activities. Two additional years relevant experience. Ability to work independently as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills

Duties Description Environmental Laboratory Consultants (ELC) inspect laboratories performing environmental analysis in the following matrices: soil and hazardous waste; air and emissions; drinking water and non-potable water; evaluate the performance of environmental laboratories; document findings; perform follow-up activities; and investigate alleged violations and reported incidents. The incumbent will provide consulting services to assist laboratories in improving quality systems, methodologies and procedures, and periodically assist with program development and proficiency test history review.

Additional Comments Dependent upon the initial assignment or subsequent reassignment of this position satisfactory background checks may be required. Additionally, exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved with this position; the selected candidate may be required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment, and may undergo pre-employment and/or periodic health evaluations and receive specific immunizations. "Benefits of Working for NYSGenerous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:Holiday & Paid Time Off Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA Up to Eight (8) days of paid sick leave annually for M/C Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional developmentHealth Care Benefits Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost Additional Benefits New York State Employees Retirement System (ERS) Membership NYS Deferred Compensation Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) And many more.. "For more information on the NYS Department of Healths Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources Management Group, NMH/ELC/14029

Telephone

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street RM 2217, Corning Tower Building, ESP

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference NMH/ELC/14029 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, NMH/ELC/14029, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position. Resumes will be accepted until August 30, 2022.