Group Manager (Microbial Reference) - CR114
Group Manager (Microbial Reference) - CR114
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Apply to be Group Manager for the Microbial Reference Group!
Title: Group Manager (Microbial Reference)
State Role Title: Scientific Manager I
Hiring Range:$98000 - $113000
Agency: Department of General Services
Location:Richmond VA
Agency Website:
Recruitment Type: AGENCY ONLY (CURRENT DGS EMPLOYEES ONLY)
The Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services is seeking a Group Manager for the Microbial Reference Group. The Microbiology Reference Group at DCLS provides laboratory testing services focused on the detection and identification of bacterial and fungal pathogens that cause disease in humans which could be present in the food we eat or in the environment. This group also has the responsibility for providing laboratory testing for high-consequence pathogens or pathogens that may be used as biological agents by terrorists or persons that want to threaten or cause harm to the citizens of the Commonwealth. Human and environmental samples are tested routinely as part of investigations involving emerging infectious disease gastrointestinal illnesses outbreaks and in support of autopsy and suspicious death investigations. The laboratory testing supports many local state and federal agencies as well as private and public laboratories throughout Virginia.
As part of the Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services the Microbial Reference Group Manager will be responsible for personnel management budget workflow quality control training and safety. The Group Manager will ensure efficient effective and timely processing of specimens; oversee accreditation processes evaluate and improve technical procedures; develop costs; monitor billing and group expenditures. Additional responsibilities include maintaining the lab computer system preparing administrative reports communicating with customers identifying problems and implementing resolutions.
Job duties include but are not limited to:
- Personnel Management
- Workplace safety & compliance
- Fiscal Management
- Quality Assurance & Training
- Customer Service
This position will be located in Richmond Virginia and must report on-site.
Weve got great benefits!
DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing pre-tax spending accounts paid life insurance paid Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits paid holidays vacation and other leave benefits wellness programs and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. Additionally supplemental bus passes ride share or parking are available and DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications meeting requirements for Technical Supervisor as defined by CLIA in 42 CFR 493.1449 (ex: Have earned a bachelors degree in a chemical biological clinical or medical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution AND at least 4 years of laboratory training or experience or both in high complexity testing).
Considerable knowledge of microbiology
Skills with supervisory management and team leadership
Knowledge of general fiscal management
Ability to coordinate lead and prioritize work of others
Ability to train coach and mentor personnel
Knowledge of laboratory accreditation requirements (i.e. CLIA) QA/QC and the ability to interpret QC data
Knowledge of laboratory safety practices
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.
The selected candidate must also pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
Additional Considerations
Considerable knowledge of the theory and application of clinical laboratory science or biology
Experience performing laboratory quality or safety audits and implementing corrections
Experience authoring or editing laboratory documents or grants
Experience presenting information to a variety of audiences
Experience operating or troubleshooting complex laboratory equipment
Leadership or management experience in a clinical laboratory
Experience with computers or laboratory information management systems
Special Instructions
The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. Please be sure that all your relevant qualifications and considerations are specifically addressed in your submitted application.
Online applications should be submitted via .
Fax e-mail or mail applications will not be accepted. For assistance or computer access please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office or .
You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application has been successfully submitted. Applications will continue to be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received but this position may be closed at any time after Monday September 22 2025.Please refer to the Your Application page in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at for assistance.
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. DGS will record information from each new employees Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
Blood-borne pathogen training will be provided by the order to comply with OSHA blood-borne pathogen requirements DCLS offers the Hepatitis B vaccine.
DCLS employees are designated as essential personnel. This designation requires DCLS employees to report to the workplace or at an assigned remote location during state authorized closings or delays (i.e. weather-related closures/delays holidays etc.) unless otherwise instructed by management.
Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights.
The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer and a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified employer. Individuals from minoritized groups individuals with disabilities veterans and individuals with AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found atAHP Letteror by calling DARS at .
Note:Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Contact Information
Name: DGS Human Resources
Phone:
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
