Environmental Analyst

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The State Hygienic Laboratory is seeking an Environmental Analyst for the Air Quality Unit of the Environmental Health Division. This primarily field-based position involves travel throughout Iowa, frequently overnight. The analyst performs inspections, collects samples, and conducts quantitative and qualitative tests to identify and monitor ambient air conditions. Monitoring supports regulatory compliance and public health by helping prevent air pollution. Results are used to inform and educate the public and the environmental health community about ambient air quality. The position is based in Coralville, Iowa, and is performed in person, on site. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. During sample collection, the analyst routinely ascends and descends ladders, stairs, and ramps and consistently raises and lowers objects weighing up to 25 pounds between levels. The anticipated hiring range is $47,000–$49,000 (Pay Grade 3A). Offers depend on factors including education, experience, skills, and budget; in limited circumstances, compensation outside the anticipated range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications. The position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, biology, a science with an emphasis on analytical chemistry, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to perform tasks requiring accuracy and attention to detail, including accurate record keeping.
Effective written and verbal communication using varied tools and techniques to transmit, receive, and interpret information.
Ability to work constructively and civilly with a variety of individuals and groups, and to use available resources and learning to achieve or exceed organizational goals and needs.
Valid state or commercial driver’s license and ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of maintenance, service, and calibration of air quality monitoring equipment.
Environmental sampling field experience.
Working knowledge of maintenance, service, and calibration of analytical instrumentation.
Experience with field work.
Work toward improvement and implementation of air quality operations.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections and collect environmental samples.
Conduct quantitative and qualitative tests for identification and monitoring.
Monitor ambient air conditions for regulatory compliance and protection of public health.
Use monitoring work and results to inform and educate the public and the environmental health community about ambient air quality.
Travel across Iowa, frequently overnight.