Temporary Laboratory Services Quality Analyst

Are you passionate about protecting water quality and working in a lab environment? The Water Pollution Control Facility is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Temporary Lab Services Water Quality Analyst to join our team. In this role, you'll assist with water sample analysis, data entry, and lab procedures that support environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance.

This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in environmental science while making a meaningful impact on the health of our community’s waterways. Apply today and help keep our water clean!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Participates in sampling program assignments which consists of manual collection of samples from specified point sources and samples delivery to the designated laboratory for processing;
• Performs a variety of analytical determinations, physical measurements and bacteriological assays;
• Utilizes laboratory instrumentation and other equipment as related to work assignments;
• Calibrates and maintains on-line process analyzers;
• Prepares chemical reagents/standards and bacteriological media;
• Keeps and maintains work records pertaining to respective assignments and related QA/QC protocols;
• Enters daily data pertaining to work assignments into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS);
• Performs peer review of fellow analyst analytical data output;
• Participates in training and cross training activities and related practices;
• Communicates shortages of laboratory supplies to the Laboratory Services Manager;
• Documents and reports to the Laboratory Services Manager unusual problems and/or safety issues encountered on any work;
• Performs housekeeping tasks as assigned;
• Adheres to work schedule, assignments and analytical procedures and related protocols;
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies and follow established rules and regulations;
• Adheres to prescribed safety practices, wears and properly uses safety equipment including personal protective and gas detection equipment;
• Participates in staff meetings and training sessions;
• Attends work regularly at the designated place and time;
• Supports continuous process improvement initiatives;
• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

Acceptable Experience and Training:

• Two years of post High School education in chemistry, biology or general science and a minimum of one year experience in analytical laboratory procedures preferably in the field of water quality analyses;
• OR;
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience (i.e., one year of relevant experience may substitute for one year of education)

• Valid Drivers License

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule

• 7:00am to 3:30pm Monday - Friday

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.

This position is not eligible for benefits.