Work in Washington Veterans Jobs

Title Scientist (IH)

Position Number 39201

Company WA River Protection Solutions

City/State Richland, WA

Location 2750E/200E

Posted 07/01/2024

Closes 07/11/2024

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) seeks a Scientist in the Technical Integration organization and reports to the IH Technical Integration Manager. Scientist personnel are responsible for working in multidisciplinary team environments, using excellent written and verbal skills to support the Industrial Hygiene (IH) technical processes.

The Scientist's responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Communicate and interface with the industrial hygiene sample management organization on analytical sampling methods and requirements.

Assist with the design, development, and implementation of IH methods, processes, and systems.

Support the IH Department forecasted analytical needs.

Evaluate and interpret process knowledge for application to IH requirements.

Perform technical review of analytical results.

Evaluate proposals and make recommendations based on proposed projects/tasks in area of assignment.

Interface with technical staff both internal and external to WRPS to address existing and emergent IH needs.

Proactively participate in a safe workplace environment.

Complete required training as scheduled.

Alert management to problems, trends, and concerns.

Required Qualifications

Grade 18:

Bachelors of Science (BS) degree in Chemistry or an applicable science related field.

Seven (7) years of laboratory related experience.

Grade 19:

Bachelors of Science (BS) degree in Chemistry or an applicable science related field.

Nine (9) years of laboratory related experience.

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

Desired Qualifications

Advanced degree is preferred.

Experience with industrial hygiene discipline is preferred.

Experience with Industrial Hygiene sampling and analytical methods preferred.

DOE site work experience is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Grade 18:

Hiring Range Minimum: $104,175

Hiring Range Maximum: $131,425

Grade 19:

Hiring Range Minimum: $114,475

Hiring Range Maximum: $144,325

Depending on the nature of your employment with WRPS, you can expect the following:

-A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply).

-Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required).

WRPS offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, WRPS takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Relocation Funding Provided Yes

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification Exempt

Shift Work Required No

This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

• Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights.pdf)

• Pay Transparency Policy Statement

• Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf)

• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

• WA State Paid Family Medical Leave (https://paidleave.wa.gov/app/uploads/2021/12/2021.12.Six-things-to-know-about-Paid-Leave.pdf)