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Environmental Scientist (Metals, Organics, Inorganics, and General Chemistry)

Job Type: **Environmental/Laboratory**

Pay Range **$75,566 to $94,474**

Location **Colorado Springs, CO**

Date First Posted **12/3/25**

Applications are being accepted through: 12/10/25

_*If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted._

Environmental Scientist (Metals, Organics, Inorganics, and General Chemistry)

Our Laboratory Services Department is hiring an **Environmental Scientist** to perform analyses on source, drinking, power plant cooling, ground, and wastewater samples.You will have the opportunity to analyze water and wastewater for a variety of organic and inorganic analytes and interpret data for our water and wastewater treatment plants, all while working in one of our progressive laboratories. You will also work alongside a dynamic and highly skilled group of scientists whose priorities include evaluating, testing, and producing the cleanest drinking water in the region while keeping environmental protection at the forefront of our efforts. If you have environmental laboratory testing and analysis experience and are excited to leverage your testing and analytical skills, we want to hear from you!

What Else Will You be Doing?

+ Preparing, testing, and analyzing drinking, source, and wastewater samples in compliance with applicable standards (e.g., ASTM, EPA, SM) in support of the SDWA and CWA

+ Conducting advanced analytical testing including general chemistry, organic and inorganic analysis, metals analysis, disinfection-by-products analysis, and other testing using advanced and highly specialized instrumentation

+ Operating sophisticated analytical instrumentation, including GC-MS, FIA, ICP-OES, and ICP-MS – and troubleshooting, configuring, maintaining, and repairing instruments

+ Performing complex qualitative and quantitative analyses, reviewing and validating data, and preparing quality control reports

+ Conducting quality control monitoring for CWA, SDWA, and 503 Regulations for Inorganics to comply with EPA requirements

_Please note that working occasional holidays and weekends is required for this position._

Who You Are - please be sure to highlight your experience with any of the following in your resume/application

+ Demonstrated environmental laboratory testing and analysis experience

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or a closely related field

+ Knowledge of and skill with advanced instrumentation

+ Knowledge of and skill with GC-MS, IC, and TOC

+ Previous experience with method development and validation

+ Knowledge of standard methods and procedures for chemical testing, and analyses of water and wastewater samples, including quality control measures

+ Experience with SDWA and CWA plant processes

+ Knowledge of water and wastewater collection, distribution, and treatment principles

+ Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and EPA regulations

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

+ Exerts 20-50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

+ Positions in this class typically require reaching, standing, walking, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Our Commitment to Our Employees

Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Off** **to Recharge

+ Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure

+ Personal Leave –3 days per year

+ Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year

+ Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs

+ Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

+ Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility

+ Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost

+ Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan

+ Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy

+ Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities

+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses

+ Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP

Financial & Retirement Security

+ Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind

+ Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans

+ Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available

+ Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans

+ Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs

Additional Support

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance

+ Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education

+ Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness

_ATTENTION_** **_:_

+ _All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days._

+ _Starting pay will be determined within the posted pay range based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate; if there is a single pay rate posted, the job starts at that rate._

+ _Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind, including H-1B, TN, or F-1 student visas (with or without OPT or STEM work authorization), or any other employment-based visas._ **_All eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and work authorization must not be based on any work visa._**

**Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.** Colorado Springs Utilities is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity in accord with Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act, 38 U.S.C. § 4212, as amended (VEVRAA), and § 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (§ 503). In addition, no person shall be unlawfully discriminated against because of race, color, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), age, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected under state or federal law. Human Resources shall assure Colorado Springs Utilities’ benefits, classification, compensation, employee development, employee relations, and employment programs, conform to current legal and regulatory requirements and the provisions of Colorado Springs Utilities’ Affirmative Action Plan in accordance with VEVRAA and § 503.

**Accessibility Accommodations** . If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us at [email protected] or by calling 719-668-7500. This option is reserved for individuals who are unable to use or require assistance with the online tools as the result of a disability and is not intended for other purposes.

**E-Verify and Right to Work Notice** . Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Colorado Springs Utilities participates in E-Verify. For more information on your rights and responsibilities as an applicant, please visit: http://coloradospringsutilities.jobs/applicants-rights-and-responsibilities/ . If you have a legal right to work in the United States, there are laws to protect you against discrimination in the workplace. You should know that no employer can deny you a job or fire you because of your national origin. Unless mandated by law or government contract, employers cannot require you to be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident or refuse any legally acceptable documents. If any of these things have happened to you, you may have a valid charge of discrimination that can be filed with the OSC. Contact the OSC for assistance in your own language. Call 1-800-255-7688. TDD for the hearing impaired is 1-800-237-2515. In the Washington, D.C., area, please call 202-616-5594, TDD 202-616-5525 Or write to: U.S. Department of Justice Office of Special Counsel NYA 950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20530.

**Have a question?** If you have a question about a position or need assistance from a recruiter, email us at [email protected] or call 719-668-7500.

Job Type: Environmental/Laboratory