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Job Description
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Clark County Water Reclamation District is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Research Scientist I/II position. This position will be primarily responsible for:- Designing and performing analytical research on sample to identify/detect the concentrations of illicit drugs, high risk substances, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products (P&PCPs), per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and other trace organic compounds (TOrCs) in water and wastewater.
- Using various sample preparation and analysis techniques, such as solid phase extraction and liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS).
- Designing sampling plans and developing methods to meet objectives.
- Processing and interpreting data; writing and improving procedures.
- Generating reports and internally communicating conclusions and recommendations.
This recruitment will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.
This position is a confidential, non-union position and excluded from membership in the union.
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience:- Level I:
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biology or a field related to the specific research to be performed,
- and two (2) years of experience executing analyses and studies in the specific area of research related to water or wastewater, specifically of interest to the District.
- Advanced degrees in science, such as Master’s or PhD are preferred.
- Equivalent combinations education and experience may be considered.
- Incumbents may advance from Level I to Level II after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meets the qualifications for the higher level.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.
Licenses/Certifications:- Possess a valid Nevada Class [C] driver's license at time of appointment.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Additional background investigations may be conducted periodically after employment.
- Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
- Exposure to hazardous chemicals and microbes found in research and wastewater laboratories.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Water Reclamation District Comprehensive Benefits
Come make a difference and join the Water Reclamation District family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes*:- Work/Life balance with Flexible Schedules, including 4/10 options
- More money in your pocket:
- 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement - NVPERS
- No Social Security deduction
- No State Income Tax
- 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement - NVPERS
- Medical - Employer pays Tier 1 90% of premium - Tier 2, 80%
- Pharmacy benefits (30 day retail or 90 day mail order fills)
- 24/7 Telephone advice nurse - no employee/dependent cost per year
- Flexible Appointment Scheduling
- Virtual Visits: Teledoc
- In-home visits: Doctor and Dispatch Health
- Virtual Visits: Teledoc
CCSF - Wellness Benefit of $200 per enrolled employee/dependent per year
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employer Paid Benefits:
- Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability
- Generous Leave Accruals that include:
- 12 paid holidays
- Birthday holiday
- Paid vacation leave
- Paid sick leave
- 12 paid holidays
- Catastrophic leave
- Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Parental leave - up to 90 days
- Allstate Identity Protection
- ARAG Legal Insurance
- EMPOWER - 457b Deferred Compensation Plan - Pretax and ROTH options
- Forthright Partners - Financial Advice for Employee & Family
- Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short Term Disability Insurance
- Nationwide Pet Insurance
- PerkSpot - CCWRD Discount Program with Thousands of Discounts Per Week
- TASC - Flexible Spending Account - Medical and Dependent Day Care - Pretax - Debit Card Available
- Sunlife Financial - Additional Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and/or Children; AD&D for Employee or Employee & Family
- TransAmerica - Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care - Coverage Includes a Living Benefit Rider
*Benefits vary and are subject to change.
Closing Date/Time: 11/12/2024 5:01 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Clark County Water Reclamation District
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The Organization
The District is the largest wastewater agency in the State of Nevada, serving more than 260,000 business and residential accounts. The majority of our residential and commercial customers are within the Las Vegas Valley, which includes the world famous resort corridor known as the "Las Vegas Strip." We also serve the communities of Blue Diamond, Indian Springs, Laughlin, Moapa Valley, and Searchlight. We have two water resource centers; Flamingo Water Resource Center, and Laughlin Water Resource Center. All other facilities are treatment facilities.
The District's collection (network of pipes and pumps) system totals more than 2,100 miles of pipeline and 23 pumping stations to deliver the wastewater from the homes and businesses to one of the six treatment facilities. An especially important aspect of our operation is the treatment facility serving the Las Vegas Valley. The largest of our facilities, (and in Nevada) the Flamingo Water Resource Center, ensures the wastewater meets high treatment levels allowing the reclaimed water to be discharged to the Las Vegas Wash and back into Lake Mead. Lake Mead is the drinking water source for more than 95% of the population and businesses in Clark County. The stringent treatment standards are set to protect the community's drinking water supply as well as the recreational uses of Lake Mead and the downstream communities along the Colorado River.
District Formation
Created by judicial decree in 1954, the District operates as a general improvement district under Nevada Revised Statutes. Originally titled the Clark County Sanitation District, wastewater treatment operations began in 1956. Through a series of legislative actions, our service boundaries were set to include all unincorporated areas of Clark County. The purpose of the District is to ensure the collection, treatment and reclamation of wastewater so it can safely be returned it to the environment. We have been granted the authority to levy taxes, sell bonds, create assessment districts, and the right of eminent domain. The District's bond covenants provide that rates and charges be sufficient to cover operation and maintenance costs and general expenses, including principal and interest payments on outstanding bonds. In January 2003, we changed our name to the Clark County Water Reclamation District to better reflect our mission and purpose.
Governance
The Clark County Water Reclamation District is governed by the Clark County Commissioners, a seven member board, who by statute serve as the ex-officio Board of Trustees (the Board), for the District. The Board establishes policy, approve budgets and conduct public hearings to establish the rates and fees charged by us. We bill our rate payers, collect revenue and administer operation and capital funds. While given the statutory authorization to assess ad valorem taxes, the District has not done so, relying upon fees and charges to fund the operations, maintenance and capital programs. We have the authority to levy taxes, sell bonds, create assessment districts, and the right of eminent domain.
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