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Analytical Lab Services Manager 2024-01835

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Analytical Lab Services Manager 2024-01835

Salary

$8,102.63 - $8,150.00 Monthly

Location

Laramie, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2024-01835

Department

Department of Agriculture

Division

Department of Agriculture

Opening Date

09/06/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

Job Classification

HSSL12

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Agriculture is searching for a Laboratory Manager for its Analytical Laboratory in Laramie, WY. The laboratory performs agriculture, food, and environmental testing. The laboratory manager manages, directs, and supervises chemical and microbiological staff. The manager assures appropriate methodologies for analyses as required by state and federal law; This position develops and manages the division policies and procedures, budget, strategic plan, and daily operations. The manager serves as a liaison and collaborator with other State and Federal agencies and industry associations. The position leads the updating or rewriting of statutes and regulations and meets other legislative requirements as directed in addition to providing technical expertise to clients or the courts requiring evaluation or interpretations. The manager is responsible for quality programs to maintain federal certifications (EPA/USDA/FDA) and ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation.

Human Resource Contact: Ashley Bray /ashley.bray@wyo.gov/ (307)777-3631

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

• Participates in the Department's planning, management, and budgeting decisions.

• Sets the laboratory priorities, policies, and standards; assures compliance with accreditation standards and Federal/State certification programs.

• Directs and supervises subordinate staff including completing performance appraisals, providing direction, and counseling.

• Ensures employee safety and environmental conditions for instrumentation.

• Determines section training needs and directs cross-training of staff.

• Troubleshoots testing problems and analyzes complex test results.

• Develop new technologies.

• Provides consultation and coordination with other agencies and programs.

• Responsible for all quality control/quality assurance programs for all sections of the laboratory.

• Tests evidentiary items and serves as a national expert as well as serves as the State Chemist.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to applicants with a Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or microbiology plus 2 - 4 years of progressive work experience (typically in an environmental laboratory) with the acquired knowledge at the level of a Laboratory Supervisor.

Preference may be given to the applicant with experience in:

• Supervision of laboratory staff

• Laboratory control

• Specific experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited or GLP laboratory.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of management and supervisory skills.

• Knowledge of state fiscal procedures.

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

• Knowledge of personnel management, administrative prerogatives, and responsibilities.

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

• Knowledge of analytical sciences particularly in the areas of foods, water, pesticides, and agriculture or related products

• Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance, practices, and safety; knowledge of hazardous material control.

• Knowledge of and ability to work with instrumentation common to the modern analytical laboratory including the areas of spectroscopy, chromatography, molecular techniques, and other similar pieces of equipment used to complete accurate and detailed analysis.

• Skill in evaluating data methodologies, organizing, planning, and managing a laboratory.

• Skills in compliance and enforcement of state and federal rules and regulations.

• Skill in motivating, evaluating, decision-making, and policy-making.

• Skill in work management, organization, and leadership; oral and written communications; record keeping, evaluation, and decision making based on knowledge and generated data; dealing with people.

• Skill in the creation and administration of budgets and strategic plans, SOPs, and lab certification documentation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Science)

Experience:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in a medical or environmental laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Laboratory Supervisor

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

5-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in a medical or environmental laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Laboratory Supervisor

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.

• Some tasks may be repetitive.

• Occasional exposure to loud noises.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt

• The selected candidate will be required to pass a background and/or reference check.

• The Department of Agriculture may use a video interview 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.

Supplemental Information

010-Department of Agriculture - Analytical Services Lab

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

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