What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Manager II - DNREC position at State of Delaware?
Introduction
The Delaware Environmental Laboratory is a full-service lab that tests and assesses water, air, soil, hazardous materials, and biological samples. The lab helps facilitate the management of Delaware’s natural resources and the protection of Delaware’s water resources.
Summary Statement
This position resides in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control’s Environmental Laboratory and will manage the operations of various sections within the Laboratory. They will focus on activities associated with the routine activities of the general chemistry, microbiology, molecular ecology, and field services sections within the laboratory. Duties include project management, data review and approval, managing staff, maintaining laboratory certifications, creating and assuring adherence to laboratory procedures, and managing safety & quality assurance practices. They will plan and direct programs for development and improvement of laboratory services, protocols, methods, and procedures.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
- Plans, organizes and supervises professional and technical staff.
- Sets priorities and mediates conflicting priorities; schedules and operates laboratory functions, ensuring cost effective and accurate results.
- Develops, recommends and implements laboratory objectives and policies; oversees and participates in the development of modified / new methods, techniques and procedures.
- Assigns, oversees and reviews analytical work conducted by staff.
- Ensures all work is completed according to various state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
- Prepares activity and / or statistical reports.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS for Laboratory Manager II
Applicants must have education, training and / or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas :
Conditions of Hire
DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Benefits
Salary : $78,707
