Metrologist

Date Posted: Jul 2, 2024

Requisition ID: 445955

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

About the Indiana Department of Health:

The Indiana Department of Health’s mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and safety of all Hoosiers so that they can reach their optimal health regardless of where they live, learn, work, or play.

Role Overview:

This position works within the state metrology laboratory and its service programs. It is responsible to maintain the State's standards of mass, volume, length, and temperature while performing precision calibrations of mass standards using sophisticated weighing designs on precision load balances. The position requires the ability to obtain National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Metrologist certification through NIST training within the first twelve (12) months of employment. The department provides the resources and support for the training.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Perform precision calibrations of mass standards using sophisticated weighing designs on precision equipment.

• Certify the accuracy of volume measurements by using displacement and gravimetric methods.

• Calibrate all state and local department weighing and measuring devices every two years.

• Maintain the State Metrology Laboratory and its service programs associated with NIST standards as well as protect and maintain the State standards of mass, volume, length, and temperature.

• Provide technical assistance for state and local weights and measures officials and industry technicians.

• Prepare calibration reports, documents, and statistics for NIST and National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP)as required.

• Perform advanced mathematical calculations using higher mathematics such as algebra, geometry, calculus, and statistics to solve problems and calculate uncertainties.

• Prepare technical reports on all new measurement techniques, attends trainings, reviews literature, and consults with other state Metrologists and NIST Metrologists on measurement and calibration problems and issues.

• Develop measurement techniques and procedures meeting NIST measurement system requirements.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Must have NIST Metrologist certification and/or 2 years of comparable experience. If not certified at hire, NIST Metrologist training will be provided in preparation to successfully pass the Metrologist certification exam.

• Must have a college degree in the physical sciences.

• Knowledge of mathematical calculations using algebra, geometry, calculus, and statistics.

• Ability to enter, transcribe, record, store, and maintain information in written and electronic form.

• Ability to utilize databases and Microsoft Excel to compile and report data.

• Ability to operate equipment necessary for movement of large weights

• Considerable knowledge in inspection, calibration and analysis of standards, equipment, systems, and other techniques of measurement

• Working knowledge of fundamentals of physical area of measurement including optics, mechanics, etc.

• Working knowledge of principles, procedures, and methods of operation of various precision measurement instruments

• Knowledge of usage, care, handling, and storage of primary, reference and secondary standards to ensure proper maintenance, accuracy and measurement traceability to the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Division of Weight and Measures

• Effective communication skills.

  Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

  The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities

• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid new parent leave

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

  Equal Employment Opportunity:

  The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

  If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected] .

  The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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