Chad Socha
About Chad Socha
Chad Socha is an Environmental Chemist and Analyst with over a decade of experience at The Siegfried Group in Wilmington, Delaware. He specializes in environmental lab procedures, financial research on school district finances, and has a strong background in biology, ecology, and economics.
Work at The Siegfried Group
Chad Socha has been employed at The Siegfried Group as an Environmental Chemist and Analyst since 2013. His role involves conducting financial research specifically focused on New Jersey school district finances. He examines the administrative spending cap that was implemented in the mid-2000s. In addition to his research responsibilities, he is tasked with creating and updating environmental lab Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance with current EPA regulations and standard methods for wastewater analysis.
Education and Expertise
Chad Socha holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Ecology from William Paterson University of New Jersey, where he studied from 2007 to 2009. He furthered his education at Rutgers University - Camden, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Public Administration in Economics. His academic background provides him with a solid foundation in environmental science and public policy, which supports his professional work in environmental chemistry and analysis.
Background
Prior to his current position, Chad Socha volunteered at the Brandywine Valley Association for two months in 2011 and 2012. This experience contributed to his understanding of environmental issues and community engagement. His volunteer work complements his professional focus on environmental chemistry and finance, particularly in educational settings.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
Chad Socha is skilled in utilizing a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for data entry and review. He performs Karl Fischer (KF) testing to determine the percentages of recycled acetone for resale and recycling purposes. His responsibilities also include ensuring that environmental lab procedures align with regulatory standards, which is critical for maintaining compliance in environmental testing.
Research Interests
Chad Socha has a strong interest in education, particularly in metrics, evaluation, and finance. His focus on these areas informs his research on school district finances and administrative spending. This interest aligns with his professional role, where he applies his analytical skills to assess financial data in the context of environmental and educational policies.