WWW Pollution Control Analyst I - Department of Public Works at City of Baltimore in DPW

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Salary Range: $56,322.00 - $91,795.00 Annually Starting Pay: $56,322.00 Annually Get to Know Us 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 Pollution Control Analyst I collects samples, conducts tests and makes field investigations to obtain data for identifying and monitoring sources of pollution. 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 employees work a rotating shift and are subject to callback. Work is performed outdoors where incumbents are exposed to noxious odors, raw sewage, hazardous wastes, working in manholes and inclement weather. Work requires moderate physical exertion including prolonged walking or standing and lifting . Minimum Qualifications: On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must: Education: Have bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology or a related field from an accredited college or university. OR Equivalency Notes: Current license as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist issued by the Maryland Board of Environmental Health Specialists may be substituted for the required education. 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. Employees of the Pollution Control Section must obtain a Letter of Eligibility for licensure as an Environmental Health Specialist from the Maryland Board of Environmental Health Specialists within six months of appointment. **APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. ** Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge of the location of industries or bodies of water throughout the City. Knowledge of the principles of pollution investigation and control. Knowledge of laboratory procedures related to waste or soils studies or treatment and drainage facilities, or geology or soils management. Ability to interpret general engineering processes or drainage reports. Ability to install, utilize and monitor sampling equipment and flow measuring devices. Ability to gather and analyze data. Additional Information Background Check Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. Probation All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation. Eligibility Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is