What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Laboratory Assessor position at State of Utah?
FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package. Salary – $35.29 - $40.00 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid Recruiter – Ashlee Adams | ashleeadams@utah.gov | 385-538-4235 Application Deadline – 9/20/2026*
Day-to-day Responsibilities Of This Position
Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:
Location –
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
Why You Should Join Our Team
Benefits
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:
EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package. Salary – $35.29 - $40.00 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid Recruiter – Ashlee Adams | ashleeadams@utah.gov | 385-538-4235 Application Deadline – 9/20/2026*
- This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Day-to-day Responsibilities Of This Position
- Plans and performs environmental laboratory assessments, including review of documents, data, policies, procedures, records, proficiency testing results, and technical observation.
- Communicates effectively to customers about accreditation and technical requirements, technical assistance, and distribution of resources.
- Writes, reviews, and issues assessment reports.
- Reviews and evaluates corrective action plans and associated documentation and records.
- Evaluates proficiency testing data.
- Reviews, processes, and tracks applications of customers.
- Generates and reviews laboratory accreditation certificates and scopes.
- Collaborates on maintenance and review of internal documents, policies, and procedures.
- Manages and maintains robust, transparent, and readily retrievable program records, communications, and deliverables.
- Supports and facilitates internal audits and reviews.
- Participates in programmatic planning, improvement activities, and tracking.
- Researches, interprets, and communicates regulatory requirements, specifically from the Environmental Protection Agency, The NELAC Institute, and the Utah Department of Environmental Quality. Maintains knowledge and resources of technical, analytical, operational, and regulatory requirements and procedures.
- Requires instate, out of state, and occasional international travel up to 10-12 times a year.
- Requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle for several hours at a time.
- Must be able to stand, climb stairs, sit-down, and walk across both even and uneven terrain without substantial impairment.
Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline or have commensurate experience acquired by having performed verified assessments of environmental laboratories. Certification as a TNI Assessor Is required within the first year. (successful completion of Basic Assessor course as well as at least one technical specialty course.) *Regulatory Citation 2016 TNI V2M3 4.2.3 4.2.3
- 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; Utah Rule R444-14; and 40 CFR 136 and 141.
- Ability to apply knowledge from laboratory settings to regulatory enforcement and compliance activities.
- Relevant laboratory experience.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including face to face interactions and customer service skills.
Location –
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
Why You Should Join Our Team
Benefits
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:
- Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
- Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
- Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
- Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
Salary : $35 - $40