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Home My WebLink About4.000 SANITARY CHEMIST III 20210210 PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 4.000 Class Specifications for the Class: SANITARY CHEMIST III SR-22; BU-13 Duties Summary: Performs a variety of difficult chemical, microbiological and bacteriological analyses and investigations in the field and laboratory on wastewater, fresh, estuarine and saline receiving waters, sludge and sediment; prepares technical reports and evaluates statistically complex data; has responsibility for a laboratory; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class has responsibility for the operation and maintenance of a laboratory and, in addition, regularly performs the most difficult chemical, microbiological or bacteriological studies and investigations which are of major scope and intensity. Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.) • Conducts chemical or microbiological analyses of wastewater, fresh, estuarine and saline receiving waters, sludge and sediment to determine the effectiveness and efficiency of wastewater and sewage treatment processes; • Plans and establishes appropriate sampling procedures; • Coordinates the collection of representative samples; • Supervises monitoring procedures and compilation of test data for water quality evaluation; • Makes recommendations on technical operations of wastewater treatment facilities, effluent disinfection, odors and other problems; • Has responsibility for the accuracy of test findings; • Maintains records of data which may be used as evidence in the event of contested hearings; PART I SANITARY CHEMIST III 2 4.000 • Supervises and participates in industrial wastewater surveys and analyses; • Becomes familiar with the operation and process cycles of each plant; • Establishes frequency and location of sampling; • Reviews reports of data obtained for conformity to current County ordinances; • Makes recommendations for corrections or improvements; • Provides laboratory support to other divisional personnel in determining source of unknown water seepage problems, for preparing environmental impact statements, or participating in water quality studies; • Reads technical literature to keep abreast of new developments in the field, and conducts research regarding new methods, procedures, equipment or chemicals developed for analytical uses; • Supervises the implementation of improved work methods and operating practices and procedures; • Recommends instrument and equipment purchases and maintains adequate supply levels; • Prepares written and graphic reports on analyses, field work and research findings; • Trains new employees; and • Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of chemistry and bacteriology, especially as they relate to wastewater and water liquid waste analyses; the methods, techniques and equipment used in laboratory analysis; environmental sanitation; community health problems; operation and care of laboratory apparatus and equipment. Ability to: Conduct a variety of chemical and microbiological analyses of wastewater, gases, industrial waste and receiving waters; gather, organize, analyze and interpret field and laboratory data; make field inspections and investigations in unpleasant surroundings; keep records and prepare graphic and technical reports and recommendations. PART I SANITARY CHEMIST III 3 4.000 This is an amendment to the specification for the class SANITARY CHEMIST, which was approved on September 28, 1971, amended on November 26, 1996, amended and re- titled as SANITARY CHEMIST III on September 18, 2007, and is to be substituted for that specification. APPROVED: February 10, 2021 (Date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 4.000 Minimum Qualification Specifications For the Class: SANITARY CHEMIST III SR-22; BU-13 Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in chemistry, a biological science or a related field; and • two (2) years of professional experience in a chemical or microbiological laboratory. Substitutions Allowed: The following may be substituted for education: A. Four (4) years of full-time professional level work experience may be substituted for a baccalaureate degree. To be acceptable, the experience must have been such scope, level and quality as to assure the possession of knowledge, skills and ability comparable to those acquired in four (4) years of successful study while completing a college or university curriculum leading to a baccalaureate degree in chemistry, a biological science or a related field. B. An Associate's Degree in chemistry, a biological science or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the education requirement. C. Master’s degree from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., in chemistry, a biological science or a related field may be substituted for the education requirement. The following may be substituted for experience: A. Master’s degree in chemistry, a biological science or a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of laboratory work experience. If the Master’s degree is used to substitute for baccalaureate degree, it may not be used again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant. PART II SANITARY CHEMIST III 2 4.000 Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualifications for a position. The applicant’s overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered. License Requirement: Possession of the appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position. Selective Certification: Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position. Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the duties of the position to be filled. Tests: Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination. Health and Physical Condition: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Special Working Conditions: Holiday and weekend work as required. Physical Effort Grouping: Light This is an amendment to the specification for the class SANITARY CHEMIST, which was approved on September 28, 1971, amended on November 26, 1996, amended and re- titled as SANITARY CHEMIST III on September 18, 2007, and is to be substituted for that specification. APPROVED: February 10, 2021 (Date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources