*Salary can be commensurate with qualifications and experience* Veterans' Preference Applies  EEO Statement  The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services   Non-Smoking The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of tobacco or nicotine products includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.   This is technical work analyzing drinking water for organic and inorganic contaminants.  This position is fully responsible for organics and metals analysis and for supervising and assisting lab technicians.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the Environmental Laboratory Manager. The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. * Collect water samples. * Analyze organics and metals. * Prepare solutions and conduct special tests. * Maintain accurate reports and records. * Conduct laboratory correspondence related to particular area of work. * Run routine and special analysis and tests and operate specialized equipment, including gas chromatograph and atomic absorption spectrophotometer. * Operate within EPA, HRS quality control guidelines. * Answer customer's water quality questions. * Supervise and back-up laboratory technician in their work. * Fosters positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis. * Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or a related field.   * Five (5) years laboratory experience.   * Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License and clean driving record.  * Knowledge of gas chromatography and atomic absorption spectroscopy.   * Knowledge of chemistry and microbiology.   Knowledge of all laboratory methods and procedures. Knowledge of safety regulations. Knowledge of quality control programs. Knowledge of PC and various required programs. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to perform calculations for correct solution concentrations and other calculations related to quality control. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with the general public and fellow employees. Ability to conduct complex laboratory investigations and experiments. Skill in the operation and maintenance of a gas chromatograph, atomic absorption unit, and other associated analytical machinery. Ability to manage and prioritize routine, specialized and complex assignments and problems utilizing knowledge acquired through prior education, training, and experience. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment. Requires demonstrated ability to utilize personal computer and office software such as MS Word, MS Excel and electronic mail.   The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization's mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer's specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.   A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with both hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, bend, smell, taste, stoop and drive.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 lbs.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth and color perception and the ability to adjust focus.   Works inside and works outside in various weather conditions with fumes, gases, chemicals and solvents.  Works on slippery and uneven surfaces.   SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.