What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Manager - Environmental Program (Corvallis, OR) position at ICF?
Description
LABORATORY MANAGER
ICF is seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager to support an EPA contract, the Environmental Services Assistance Team (ESAT), in Corvallis, Oregon. The team performs soil, water, air, waste, and tissue sample analysis for chemical contaminants, primarily supporting Superfund site assessment, remediation, and emergency response, but also for compliance under other EPA regulations such as the Safe Drinking Water Act and the Clean Water Act. The work is performed in a federal government facility with daily direct client interaction around all work assignments. Environmental analytical tasks include organic (SVOCs, VOCs, pesticides, Aroclors, PCB congeners, PFAS, fuel hydrocarbons, etc.) and inorganic (metals, anions, nutrients, etc.) following EPA methods or consensus standards. Laboratory support tasks associated with these analyses such as sample receipt and login, laboratory waste management, chemical inventory management, quality control and quality assurance support, health and safety program support, and general laboratory maintenance.
We are seeking a candidate for a federal government laboratory in Corvallis, OR.
What You Will Do
Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact Candidateaccommodation@icf.com for assistance.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$107,959.00 - $183,531.00
Oregon Client Office (OR88)
LABORATORY MANAGER
ICF is seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager to support an EPA contract, the Environmental Services Assistance Team (ESAT), in Corvallis, Oregon. The team performs soil, water, air, waste, and tissue sample analysis for chemical contaminants, primarily supporting Superfund site assessment, remediation, and emergency response, but also for compliance under other EPA regulations such as the Safe Drinking Water Act and the Clean Water Act. The work is performed in a federal government facility with daily direct client interaction around all work assignments. Environmental analytical tasks include organic (SVOCs, VOCs, pesticides, Aroclors, PCB congeners, PFAS, fuel hydrocarbons, etc.) and inorganic (metals, anions, nutrients, etc.) following EPA methods or consensus standards. Laboratory support tasks associated with these analyses such as sample receipt and login, laboratory waste management, chemical inventory management, quality control and quality assurance support, health and safety program support, and general laboratory maintenance.
We are seeking a candidate for a federal government laboratory in Corvallis, OR.
What You Will Do
- Manage a team of 15 chemists and technicians providing laboratory support (sample analysis, quality assurance, and related support) data validation following NFG, ambient air sampling, other field sampling and analysis, and other tasks.
- Provide input and technical oversight of the work performed
- Schedule, track, and report assignments and work products
- Collaborate to develop budgets and ensure financial performance of the team
- Supervise of technical staff, including personnel selection and evaluation
- Manage daily interactions with subcontractor personnel on the team
- Client contact and technical presentation
- Ensure compliance with all technical, quality assurance, and safety requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or other physical science.(Allowable substitution, 20 years' experience as a project manager on federal contracts in the environmental sector.)
- Minimum 10 years of experience to include EPA analytical programs and EPA analytical methods
- 5 years of experience managing an environmental analysis group and/or laboratory of 10 or more direct reports
- Proficiency with data acquisition, instrument reporting, and Laboratory Information Management eSystems (LIMS)
- Experience in laboratory management including client communication, budget and cost responsibility, and forecasting.
- US citizenship is required per federal contract requirements.
- Must be able to pass an EPA background check to obtain access to US federal property.
- Recent experience with quality assurance program implementation in an environmental laboratory accredited by NELAC/TNI or other ISO 17025 program.
- Recent experience with analytical method development for environmental samples.
- Recent experience managing environmental laboratory waste and health and safety programs.
- Data analytics, database development and management, experience implementing off the shelf solutions for LIMS, QMS, EMS or similar products.
Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact Candidateaccommodation@icf.com for assistance.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$107,959.00 - $183,531.00
Oregon Client Office (OR88)
Salary : $107,959 - $183,531