Environmental Laboratory Supervisor

Pay Schedule XII, Grade IM, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, and supervises the operations of an environmental laboratory. Supervises pollution control analysts and others in the collection, preservation, and scientific analysis of industrial wastewater and other related substances.

Essential Functions

• Supervises the operations of an environmental laboratory.
• Supervises the scientific analysis of industrial wastewater, stormwater, groundwater, leachate and other organic and inorganic substances.
• Supervises pollution control analysts and others engaged in the collection, preservation, and scientific analysis of samples.
• Performs and supervises the performance of laboratory analyses such as tests of pH, biological oxygen demand, chemical oxygen demand, metals, and volatile organic compounds.
• Documents and supervises the documentation of test results.
• Resolves discrepancies regarding test results.
• Performs computations.
• Develops data used in investigations of violations of wastewater discharge regulations.
• Provides guidance and consultation to laboratory staff.
• Trains new employees.
• Develops and supervises laboratory quality control programs.
• Evaluates, develops, and implements laboratory standards, policies, and practices.
• Prepares and directs the preparation of correspondence and reports.
• Supervises the maintenance of laboratory records.
• Reviews and compiles laboratory findings for court presentations.
• Presents evidence and testifies at various hearings and proceedings.
• Represents the agency at conferences and meetings.
• Serves as a liaison with the Maryland Department of the Environment, other local, State, and Federal agencies, businesses and the public.
• Supervises the maintenance and requisitioning of chemicals, supplies, and materials.
• Supervises the operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Supervises general laboratory maintenance and cleaning.

• Performs other related duties as required.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or an environmental science, which included a minimum of 24 college semester credit hours in chemistry

Plus

Four years’ professional experience performing scientific analyses in an environmental laboratory setting.

(Additional education as listed above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.)

Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid driver’s license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver’s license is required at the time of appointment.

Possession of a Certificate of Eligibility for obtaining employment issued by the Maryland State Board of Environmental Health Specialists is required at the time of appointment.

Registration as an Environmental Health Specialist in the State of Maryland is required within two years of appointment.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Environmental Laboratory Supervisor

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Conditions of Employment

Employees in this classification may work on either a rotating or a fixed shift which may include weekends, holidays, and overtime when scheduled. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies.

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification entails the operation of scientific apparatus, tools, equipment, and vehicles, and the performance of physical activities such as walking, bending, stooping, and carrying moderately heavy objects. Field investigations and sampling duties require travel to various sites throughout the County. Work requires exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as hazardous materials and inclement weather.

Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.