Laboratory Supervisor

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Agriculture is searching for a Laboratory Supervisor for its Analytical Laboratory in Laramie, Wyoming. This laboratory supervisor will supervise the chemistry section. The chemistry laboratory supervisor will be responsible for testing a wide variety of sample matrices to include human and animal food, fertilizer, forage, hemp, pesticide, and water. The chemistry supervisor performs routine chemical analysis of agricultural chemicals and feed materials, which include micro nutrients, adulterants, or hazardous chemicals (pesticides) as necessary. This position will perform analyses, perform and oversee proficiency testing and review data; train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate staff; coordinate procurement of section supplies, chemicals, reagents, and equipment; oversee equipment maintenance and calibrations; research methodologies and maintain analytical standards to meet laboratory certifications; and is responsible for quality improvement to maintain federal certifications (EPA / USDA / FDA) and ISO / IEC 17025:2017 accreditation standards.

Human Resource Contact: Kelly Joppa /

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

Develops analytical procedures and performs high-complexity testing.

Responsible for supervision of section personnel, including counseling, assisting staff in new assay development, devising schedules of work, establishing priorities, conducting performance appraisals, and tracking daily output, sick time, and vacation requests.

Reviews laboratory results, analyses, and quality control tests to ensure consistency and accuracy of testing procedures and results.

Writes detailed technical, investigative, and scientific reports.

Responsible for supply orders and overall equipment maintenance schedules.

Investigate new methodology and equipment to recommend for purchase.

Responsible for creating, maintaining, and implementing training plans and training of subordinates for the chemistry section.

Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain analytical instrumentation.

Resolve technical issues in an effective and efficient manner.

Works closely with the FDA, USDA, and EPA for analyses performed on multiple sample types.

Creates, completes, and maintains all records necessary for ISO / IEC 17025:2017 laboratory accreditation.

Coordinate the chemistry program with other divisions of the Wyoming Department of Agriculture

Fosters a cooperative work environment and maintains effective relationships; self-motivates to work effectively.

Serves as an expert witness.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given for:

Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory.

Experience testing feed, fertilizer, and pesticide samples.

Experience using ICP-OES, GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, GC-QQQ, and HPLC.

Knowledge of AAFCO feed standards and USDA/FSIS meat chemistry standards.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of microbiology and water testing fundamentals relating to the analysis of a wide variety of meat, food, and water samples; standards, guidelines, and regulations governing the evaluation and/or interpretation of data or results; laboratory quality control practices; laboratory safety and hazardous substances.

Knowledge of ISO / IEC 17025:2017 laboratory accreditation and quality improvement.

Knowledge and ability to work and troubleshoot complex/sophisticated analytical laboratory equipment.

Knowledge of principles, concepts, and current practices of government management planning, including budget development and control.

Knowledge of personnel management and administrative responsibilities.

Knowledge of maintaining documentation in support of the traceability of reference materials.

Knowledge of chain of custody, legal jurisprudence, and pertinent state and federal statutes and regulations.

Knowledge of hazard communication and chemical hygiene.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Science)

Experience:

1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in a medical or environmental laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Laboratory Scientist

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in a medical or environmental laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Laboratory Scientist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works with environmental samples.

Works closely with hazardous chemicals and substances.

Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Works with environmental samples.

Works with hazardous chemicals and substances.

Some tasks may be repetitive.

Occasional exposure to loud noises.

NOTES:

FLSA: EXEMPT

The Department of Agriculture may use video interviewing as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview, you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete this process.

For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application.

Supplemental Information

010-Department of Agriculture, Analytical Services Division

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