Laboratory Section Supervisor

Section 1 Position SummaryAssumes responsibility for working independently and exercising competent judgment in performing a variety of complex biological identifications and chemical analyses on water and wastewater samples. Performs with high proficiency on all advanced laboratory instrumentation and uses knowledge of scientific methodology to develop more efficient procedures. Supervises laboratory sections personnel to ensure chemical and biological analysis are performed timely and meet defined quality 2 Major ResponsibilitiesOversees all analytical processes in assigned laboratory work area to meet designated project goals including holding and turnaround daily staffing requirements in assigned work training of new personnel in assigned work QA/QC functions as outlined by lab quality system for area analytical safety protocols in assigned work technical reports under the direction of Laboratory Operations Manager as needed. Oversees data review processes including secondary review. Oversees preparation of highly specific bacteriological media and chemical standards for specialized requirements in assigned work areas. Assists adherence to NELAP Quality System Standards. Assists in reviews audits documentation and special technical lab reports associated with assigned work area. Performs analytical procedures as needed. Oversees maintaining equipment and laboratory area to ensure the accuracy of measurements and the proper cleanliness and functional operation of the equipment. Oversees adequate stock of chemicals standards and reagents of assigned lab area. Recommends laboratory improvements such as laboratory personnel positions analytical equipment purchases analytical methods laboratory information services and laboratory quality of Laboratory Management as a laboratory technical director depending on experience 3 Knowledge Skills & AbilitiesCapable of developing mechanical abilities to operate and maintain complex laboratory instruments and to understand their operation with a high degree of competence with careful attention to details. High mathematical ability in the Texas Water Utilities Association and the North Texas Lab Analysts Association is 4 Education and ExperienceDegree in Biology/Chemistry or a related physical science received from a college or university accredited by a National Association. Experience of the specified type may be substituted on a year for year basis for the desired to obtain a Class B Water and Wastewater a valid Texas Drivers 5 Environmental Factors Activity Levels and EquipmentModerate physical labor and considerable mental attention required with some eyestrain. General desirable conditions with safety protocol. Potential hazards include pesticides carcinogens pathogenic organisms highly flammable solvents and chemical fumes. Equipment used includes the following: Network Computer System Inductive Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer UV-Vis Spectrophotometer Latchat Quickchem 8000 auto Chemistry Analyzer Incubators Sterilizers Compound and Dissecting Microscopes Total Organic Carbon Analyzer Millipore Water System (Reverse Osmosis and Deionizing) Analytical Balances Specific Ion Probes and Meters Autoclaves basic laboratory equipment glassware and High Speed Centrifuge.