Chemist LA009

Title and Number of Position:

Chemist LA009

Application Period:

6/3/2026•6/10/2026

Salary Range:

Grade U7 / $31.43•$41.20 Starting Salary $31.41Division•Section•

Unit:

Environmental Science & Compliance /

LaboratoryShift and Days:

7:00 AM•2:30 PM Monday•

FridayLocation:

ProvidenceRestrictions:

NonePosition Covered by

Bargaining Unit Agreement:

YesName of Bargaining Unit:

Council 94, Local 1010

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Chemist is responsible for performing a variety of professional chemistry tests and analyses and preparing appropriate reports. Analyzes and tests samples requiring professional chemistry principles and practices for EPA compliance and NBC standards. Selects the appropriate method to prepare samples for testing, such as digestion, filtration, or dilution. Prepares and reports test results. Calibrates, cleans, and maintains professional chemistry equipment. Prepares a variety of reports, documents, and records that are required for regulatory reporting. Maintains a clean, safe, and operationally sound lab environment. Assists with overseeing the operations of the lab and quality control and writing standard operating procedures. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in chemistry and two years of chemical lab experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Professional chemistry principles and practices; Applicable safety principles and practices; Applicable laws, rules, and regulations; Lab procedures; Applicable chemistry and general lab equipment. Performing professional chemistry tests. Analyzing chemistry results. Developing related reports. Operating a computer and applicable software applications. Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive directions.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

(ADA)

PROVISIONS

REASONABLE

ACCOMODATION

If an applicant is unable to perform any essential job functions because of their disability but can achieve the required results by means of a

REASONABLE

ACCOMODATION, then the individual shall not be considered unqualified for the position.

MEDICAL INFORMATION

Successful completion of a pre-placement physical examination and drug screen will be required after a conditional offer of employment has been made.

TO APPLY

Apply within the application period as shown on notice. This Agency does not assume responsibility for applications sent through the mail.

NOTE:

The Narragansett Bay Commission union contracts allow a 3-day grace period for its members only.

APPLY ONLINE OR SEND RESUMES TO

[email protected] (resumes must be in Word or PDF format), deliver to One Service Road, Providence, RI 02905 attention Human Resources, or Fax to 401-461-2242.

THE NARRAGANSETT BAY COMMISSION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYER