Summary:

The primary responsibility of the Supervising Chemist is to supervise and monitor all aspects of an analytical area of the Laboratory. Responsibilities include performing testing and developing new test methods as needed. This position reports the statuses of all issues in the area of responsibility to the Director of Water Quality and Laboratory Services on a regular basis.

Job ID/Number:

Posted Date:

5/4/2023

Job Location:

Position Type:

Full Time

Division:

Laboratory Department

Description:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of the daily operations of an analytical area the Laboratory, such as Inorganic, Organic or Chromatography.
• Supervise the Assistant Supervising Chemist, Chemists and Technicians assigned to the area, including prioritizing, delegating, and reviewing work.
• Review water quality data packages; notify Lab management of sample results.
• Produce monthly reports for the methods assigned to the area.
• Oversee and maintain all QA/QC records, including NYSDOH ELAP proficiency testing.
• Perform continuing training of the Chemists and Technicians assigned to the area.
• Develop new testing methods and perform complex testing.
• Perform instrument maintenance.
• Order and track supplies needed for area.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 10 years’ experience supervising chemical analyses of drinking water required.
• B.A or B.S Degree in Chemistry or a related science with at least 24 chemistry credits required; M.S Degree in Chemistry preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of drinking water laboratory operations, regulations and chemical analyses.
• Some knowledge of federal and state drinking water quality regulations and water system regulations and operations
• Leadership, supervisory, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
• Proficient skills using LIMS, and the ability to perform technical and scientific analyses of chemical information and data are needed.
• The ability to multitask, make sound decisions, and work well with others is essential.

Applicant’s typical work schedule will be Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with the requirement to function in an “on call” capacity.

Salary for this position will be commensurate with education and experience. Suffolk County residency is highly preferred. Interested candidates should submit their application and resume via the SCWA website (www.scwa.com) and click on “Career Opportunities.”

(The Authority shall not employ relatives of employees as defined to mean an employee's spouse, child, stepchild, stepparent or direct descendant of grandparents of the employee as defined in the New York State General Municipal Law 810.)