Pollution Control Assistant Job at County of Rockland, Blauvelt, NY

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  • County of Rockland
  • Blauvelt, NY

Job Description

Pollution Control Assistant (Rockland County Sewer District No.1)

  • Type: Rockland County Government
  • Salary/Pay Rate: $31.39/hour
  • Posted Date: 04/22/2025 10:28 AM

The Rockland County Sewer District No. 1 is seeking a candidate to work in their Operations Department laboratory. The work is of a moderately complex nature. The position involves the preparation of chemical solutions and performance of a variety of physical, chemical and bacteriological tests on sanitary sewage. Does related work as required.

The work is performed under the general supervision of a Pollution Control Supervisor.

Typical work activities include collection and analysis of wastewater samples collected at different stages of treatment and at various plant and field locations for routine laboratory testing; daily calibration, cleaning, and sterilizing of laboratory instruments, glassware, reagents, and equipment; preparing computerized monthly reports for state agencies; computes data of industrial samples and prepares reports; performs special chemical procedures and computerized instrument analysis; performs tests to maintain laboratory certification from the New York State Department of Health and EPA; performs analytical procedures and maintain records in accordance with the standards set by the state; maintains laboratory equipment and instruments and maintains inventory for laboratory supplies; provides assistance to the Pollution Control Supervisor in complex tests and special laboratory projects; prepares laboratory reagents for variety of tests for chemical and bacteriological analysis of samples from the plant facility as well as from other industries and state agencies; The work is performed under the general supervision of a Pollution Control Supervisor, with some latitude for independent performance. May perform supervisory duties in the absence or unavailability of the Pollutions Control Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, or a related laboratory science with a minimum of sixteen (16) credit hours in Chemistry, and one (1) year of work experience in a laboratory which involved analytical experience on a regular, on-going basis.

NOTE: Two (2) additional years of the above-mentioned experience and an Associate’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related laboratory science may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree.

Other Requirements and Information:

  • Residency in New York, New Jersey or Connecticut is a requirement for this position.
  • This is a competitive position in Civil Service and reachability on an eligible list following a civil service examination would be a requirement for permanent appointment. -OR- Civil service examination requirements have been waived for this position. Candidates must only meet the minimum qualifications for consideration.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license. Pre-employment medical examination and medical clearance for the use of respiratory equipment.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary and benefits are competitive with the public sector market including but not limited to the following:

  • $31.39 Hourly Salary
  • 40 Hour work week
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Time off including vacation, personal and holiday time
  • New York State Pension eligibility
  • Other benefits, including, but not limited to deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, leadership and other professional development training

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should email a completed Rockland County employment application or resume to:

Jean Langan at langanj@co.rockland.ny.us

Position open until filled.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Permanent employment, Temporary work, Work experience placement,

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