WWW Microbiologist I - Department of Public Works

Baltimore City

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits Job Summary: A Microbiologist I performs routine biological tests on treated water, treated sewage, industrial waste effluents and estuaries, streams, reservoirs, lakes or the harbor. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive close supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek; some evening, weekend and holiday hours may be required. Work is performed in a laboratory where incumbents may be exposed to odors, acids and organic solvents. Work requires minimal physical exertion; however, there may be periods of prolonged standing.

Requirements

• Education: Have a bachelor's degree in one of the biological sciences from an accredited college or university.
• OR Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience which must include at least 20 credits in one of the biological sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit.
• PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE OR LEARNER PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
• NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.
• NOTE: Employees assigned to this class who analyze drinking water must successfully complete periodic lab certification performance tests administered by the Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

Responsibilities

• A Microbiologist I performs routine biological tests on treated water, treated sewage, industrial waste effluents and estuaries, streams, reservoirs, lakes or the harbor.
• Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.
• Incumbents receive close supervision from a technical superior.
• Employees in this class work a conventional workweek; some evening, weekend and holiday hours may be required.
• Work is performed in a laboratory where incumbents may be exposed to odors, acids and organic solvents.
• Work requires minimal physical exertion; however, there may be periods of prolonged standing.

Benefits

• The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans.
• This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level