ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Works under the direction of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Laboratory Manager. Assists management in leading a team of trained laboratory professionals with promoting accurate and efficient delivery of services that will enhance both plants' processes to ensure the plants' effluent meets regulatory compliance. Supervises assigned personnel by providing work direction, training, assignment of duties, discipline and monitoring attendance. Maintains laboratory payroll. Works directly with the Laboratory Manager and multidisciplinary team members on research and development projects to successfully accomplish technical goals and objectives. Prepares and maintains laboratory reports, technical papers and records on analytical results to ensure compliance with government regulations. Interprets test results, analyze data, and provides technical advice and counsel to staffing personnel. Participates in special projects and department meetings via input, feedback and execution of assigned tasks. Collaborates with the Quality Control Chemist to verify laboratory training and development. Ensures the lab personnel are in compliance with the modified changes or new methods/techniques. Validates and revises laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and/or analytical techniques. Identifies, investigates, and implements corrective actions regarding laboratory issues. Ensures compliance with approved SOP, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and regulatory requirements. Administers and advises of updates to the laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan and safety program to meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements. Communicates with management regarding all accidents or incidents. Participates in workplace investigations when requested. Responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical equipment and coordinating waste management. Assists in managing all aspects of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) from troubleshooting network concerns, tracking and populating test lifecycle to overseeing the installation and ongoing function of the software. Maintains working knowledge of analytical methods, procedures, and City policies. Shares participation with managing the laboratory inventory system such as updating the database inventory, replenishing lab supplies, monitoring laboratory expenditures and preparing reagents and buffers for general lab use. Conducts laboratory analysis, monitors wells located throughout the plant grounds and collects waste samples as needed.
OTHER FUNCTIONS: 1. Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires manual dexterity to use laboratory and sampling equipment. Must be able to use office equipment such as a computer, copier, and telephone. Requires the ability to identify colors and distinguish odors. Requires the ability to lift laboratory equipment and supplies up to 40 lbs. Must be able to communicate with staff, management, and federal and state agencies.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS :Majority of work is performed in a laboratory setting with some outdoor work required in collecting samples. May be exposed to chemicals, cleaning solvents, odors, and to various weather conditions. Requires the use and wear of protective gear when necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or closely related field and five (5) years' experience in applying chemical analytical techniques with three (3) of the five (5) years supervising laboratory activities; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. The City Charter requires that City Employees must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the EXECEPTION of "first responders", must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee House Bill 105, "first responder means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel and dispatchers of law enforcement, fire and emergency medical service departments."
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Division: Public Works
