Kansas Department of Health and Environment
Position Summary
KS Dept of Health and Environmental Laboratories is seeking an experienced chemist to perform organic analytical testing using GC, GCMS for analysis of pesticides, volatiles, disinfecting by products in water and soil. Located in Topeka. Specific method training will be provided.
Responsibilities
Analyze samples from Public Water Systems to meet Safe Drinking Water requirements. Samples include VOCs, SVOCs, disinfectant byproducts.
Analyze raw water, groundwater, surface water, soil samples for VOCs to support environmental monitoring programs.
Follow written SOPs, Test Methods, EPA methods as defined.
Review compliance data and reporting as required by State and US‑EPA.
Quality Improvement: bring new instruments online, improve processes, cross‑train on other laboratory processes.
Monitor inventory of supplies needed for analysis.
Serve as member of KDHE Disaster Response Team as needed.
Implement KDHE 2023‑2026 Strategic Plan: review core values, priority areas, impact statement; assist to complete Summary and assure goals are met.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related natural science field with minimum of 25 hours in chemistry.
Minimum Qualifications: Chemist I – bachelor’s degree and 0 years experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry; 1+ years environmental laboratory experience; cross‑train into additional laboratory unit within 6 months of hire; EPA Certification Officer training within 18 months.
Valid driver’s license required.
Must pass State of Kansas tax clearance within 10 days of offer.
Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage. Paid state holidays, sick & vacation leave. Work‑life balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave. Fitness centers in select locations. Employee discounts (STAR Program). Retirement and deferred compensation programs.
Application Process 1. First sign in or register as a new user. 2. Complete contact information on Careers > My Contact Information page. 3. Upload required documents (transcripts, DD‑214 if claiming veteran’s preference, resume, cover letter). 4. Start draft job application, upload attachments, submit when complete. 5. Check email for notifications from recruiter.
Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
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Responsibilities
Analyze samples from Public Water Systems to meet Safe Drinking Water requirements. Samples include VOCs, SVOCs, disinfectant byproducts.
Analyze raw water, groundwater, surface water, soil samples for VOCs to support environmental monitoring programs.
Follow written SOPs, Test Methods, EPA methods as defined.
Review compliance data and reporting as required by State and US‑EPA.
Quality Improvement: bring new instruments online, improve processes, cross‑train on other laboratory processes.
Monitor inventory of supplies needed for analysis.
Serve as member of KDHE Disaster Response Team as needed.
Implement KDHE 2023‑2026 Strategic Plan: review core values, priority areas, impact statement; assist to complete Summary and assure goals are met.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related natural science field with minimum of 25 hours in chemistry.
Minimum Qualifications: Chemist I – bachelor’s degree and 0 years experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry; 1+ years environmental laboratory experience; cross‑train into additional laboratory unit within 6 months of hire; EPA Certification Officer training within 18 months.
Valid driver’s license required.
Must pass State of Kansas tax clearance within 10 days of offer.
Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage. Paid state holidays, sick & vacation leave. Work‑life balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave. Fitness centers in select locations. Employee discounts (STAR Program). Retirement and deferred compensation programs.
Application Process 1. First sign in or register as a new user. 2. Complete contact information on Careers > My Contact Information page. 3. Upload required documents (transcripts, DD‑214 if claiming veteran’s preference, resume, cover letter). 4. Start draft job application, upload attachments, submit when complete. 5. Check email for notifications from recruiter.
Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
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