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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.003 CHEMIST III 20220816PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 4.003 Class Specifications for the Class: CHEMIST III SR-22, BU-13 Duties Summary: Performs a variety of difficult chemical analyses and studies of water samples and other waterworks materials and substances in a laboratory; conducts special and complex studies and research projects; prepares technical reports on findings; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its responsibility to regularly perform difficult and complex chemical studies and investigations that 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). • Makes analyses of natural and treated water samples including all tests required in making a complete mineral analysis; prepares technical reports on findings; • Performs standard and special tests and analyses of water treating preparations, petroleum products, and other materials and substances pertinent to waterworks operations; makes technical decisions related thereto; • Conducts studies of major scope and intensity; • Compiles records of test data for long-term evaluation of quality trends and ground water basin management; • Conducts complete investigative studies and research relating to sea-water encroachment, corrosion control, etc., and in support of new applications in water supply technology; • Collects samples, compiles data, performs necessary chemical tests and maintains tables, graphs, charts, records, etc.; PART I CHEMIST III 2 4.003 Investigates consumer complaints regarding water quality by conducting interviews, obtaining necessary samples, performing chemical tests, and making reports on disposition of cases; Gives talks, demonstrations, and lectures on laboratory activities and on certain aspects of public health concerning the water supply; Keeps abreast of new developments in the field; Maintains laboratory apparatus and equipment; May supervise subordinate positions in the laboratory; and Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge of: The principles and practices of chemistry; the methods and techniques of chemical laboratory analysis; the uses and care of laboratory apparatus and equipment; waterworks chemistry and its supporting literature; practices and procedures utilized in recording, assembling, and compiling scientific observations and statistical data; public health standards in relation to water supply. Ability to: Conduct standard and special chemical examinations of water samples and waterworks materials and make adaptations to methods and procedures as required; plan and perform special research and investigative work; make laboratory preparations and computations; keep records and prepare reports of laboratory procedures, observations, and results of tests. This is an amendment and retitling to the specification for the class CHEMIST III, which was approved as CHEMIST II on December 1, 2014, effective May 1, 2014, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved:August 16, 2022 (date)ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 4.003 Minimum Qualification Specifications for the Class: 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: General professional work experience or education credits can be substituted for up to two (2) years of the bachelor’s degree such as: A. Full time progressively responsible professional, technical, or substantive work experience demonstrating the scope, level, and quality of work comparable to a curriculum leading to an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree. B. Successful completion of semester credits in a curriculum leading to a degree or diploma at an accredited community college, trades school, college, or university (15 semester credits = 6 months). Specialized professional work experience in chemistry, a biological science or a related field or education credits in chemistry, a biological science or a related field can be substituted for up to four (4) years of the bachelor’s degree such as: A. Full time progressively responsible professional, technical, or substantive work experience demonstrating the scope, level, and quality of work comparable to a curriculum leading to an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree. B. Successful completion of semester credits specific to chemistry, a biological science or a related field leading to a degree or diploma from an accredited community college, trades school, college, or university (15 semester credits = 6 months). A master’s degree or PhD in chemistry, a biological science or a related field may be substituted for the education requirement. PART II CHEMIST III 2 4.003 The following may be substituted for experience: A. Successful completion of semester credits specific in chemistry, a biological science or a related field leading towards a Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD degree from an accredited college or university, may be substituted up to one (1) year of professional experience in a chemical or microbiological laboratory (15 semester credits = 6 months). B. A Master’s degree in chemistry, a biological science or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of professional experience in a chemical or microbiological laboratory. C. A Doctorate’s degree in chemistry, a biological science or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of professional experience in a chemical or microbiological laboratory. If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, 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. If the applicant holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be conducted by the DHR staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered. Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification 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. PART IICHEMIST III 3 4.003 Tests: Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination. Health and Physical Condition Requirements: 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. Physical Effort Grouping: Light This is an amendment and retitling to the specification for the class CHEMIST III, which was approved as CHEMIST II on December 1, 2014, effective May 1, 2014, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved:August 16, 2022 (date)ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources