Marionnc
Wastewater Treatment Plant Laboratory Supervisor
Marionnc, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
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Wastewater Treatment Plant Laboratory Supervisor
The City of Marion is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Wastewater Treatment Plant Laboratory Supervisor. This is an opportunity to be a part of an experienced team of skilled professionals dedicated to the operation, repair, and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant. The City offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including employer-paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance; enrollment in the Local Government Employees’ Retirement System; a 5% employer contribution to a supplemental retirement plan with no required employee match; paid holidays; and paid time off. Job Summary: The City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant is responsible for the treatment of wastewater prior to discharge to Corpening Creek. Department personnel perform all treatment operations, maintenance, sampling, testing, and reporting as required by state and federal law. The Laboratory Supervisor supervises a state-certified laboratory that performs analytical testing of wastewater and associated residuals for monitoring and control of wastewater treatment plant processes and for permit compliance. Detailed Description of Duties: An employee in this class supervises and participates in the functions of a state-certified laboratory that performs analytical testing of wastewater and associated residuals for monitoring and control of wastewater treatment plant processes and for permit compliance. Work includes establishing standard methods, work schedules, and timetables; troubleshooting process problems; conducting complex laboratory procedures; and preparing necessary reports and maintenance of records and files in a state-certified laboratory. Work also includes ensuring proper inventory of equipment and supplies and calibration of equipment. The employee is designated as the Laboratory Supervisor and is accountable to the state for accuracy and recordkeeping in the certified laboratory. The employee is subject to hazards associated with wastewater and chemical work including exposure to electrical current, and chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Work is also subject to the final standards of OSHA on bloodborne pathogens. Work is performed under general supervision of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent and is evaluated through conferences, observation, and reviews of accuracy and compliance with the plant permit, proficiency testing, and laboratory certification requirements. Essential duties include, but are not limited to: Supervises and participates in the operation of a state-certified laboratory for the analysis of industrial and domestic wastewater; performs a variety of complex laboratory tests. Supervises and performs a variety of standardized laboratory tests and analyses of raw and treated water and wastewater samples to determine efficacy of treatment; coordinates test results with plant operations personnel and industrial officials; establishes standard methods to be used following state and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines. Operates microscopes, spectrophotometers, muffle furnaces, distillation equipment, various meters, computers, and other laboratory equipment to analyze and track test results. Supervises the preparation of solutions and reagents. Supervises and performs tests to determine ph, alkalinity, biological oxygen demand, total solids, volatile solids, settable solids, fecal coliform, ammonia, and other tests. Interprets laboratory results and prepares required state and federal reports. Supervises and participates in the maintenance of an inventory of chemicals, solutions, culture media, reagents, required forms, and other laboratory supplies. Performs quality control program on equipment and supplies to ensure reliable test results; maintains laboratory equipment in proper operating order; calibrates instruments; maintains state laboratory certification. Plans and submits annual operating budget requests for the lab to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent; monitors and manages expenditures to stay within approved budget; purchases chemicals, supplies and equipment. Ensures continuing education credits required to maintain certifications are met for lab staff. Consults with, informs, and advises plant personnel about controls to be used, defects found, or changes in treatment process; participates in problem-solving regarding process controls; conducts methodology experiments to identify process control strategies. Participates in hiring subordinate staff; trains, assigns work, provides performance coaching and evaluation with assigned staff; recommends discipline and dismissal. Supervises and prepares sampling for contracted laboratory analysis; reviews results. Performs additional related tasks as assigned. Recruitment and Selection Guidelines: Interested candidates will be assessed on the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Thorough knowledge of modern laboratory techniques, materials, and equipment, including those used in complex chemical and biochemical analysis of water and wastewater. Thorough knowledge of the principles of organic and inorganic chemistry. Considerable knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, and practices related to wastewater treatment and discharge. Considerable knowledge of the application of information technology to the work including spreadsheets, automated sampling and complex laboratory equipment, databases and office technology. Considerable knowledge of the operating principles and processes of a wastewater treatment plant. Considerable knowledge of supervisory principles and practices including leadership, communications, motivation, performance coaching and evaluation. Considerable knowledge of the City’s personnel and purchasing policies and procedures. Ability to read and interpret technical federal and state guidelines on wastewater treatment procedures and tests. Ability to operate complex laboratory equipment. Ability to interpret City ordinances and state regulations related to wastewater treatment. Ability to prepare laboratory reagents and assemble laboratory apparatus for chemical and biological analysis. Ability to properly collect wastewater samples and perform the necessary laboratory tests. Ability to prepare and keep accurate records and prepare reports. Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of subordinates. Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions. Ability to perform mathematical calculations and record data accurately. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, peers, subordinates, members of regulatory agencies, and contracting agencies. Preferred Education, Certifications, and Licenses: College-level degree in chemistry, biology or related field, and considerable laboratory experience including some supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license. Possession of, or the ability to obtain within a specified period of time, a Grade 1 NC Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification. How to Apply: Email completed City of Marion Employment Application to: Kathleen Nolan (knolan@marionnc.org ). Applications can be found on this posting in the “Job Details” section in the upper right. Category Public Works Department Status Open Salary $47,112 - $51,823, depending upon experience and qualifications Posted December 29, 2025 9:00 AM Closing Open Until Filled Attached Files Employment Application
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The City of Marion is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Wastewater Treatment Plant Laboratory Supervisor. This is an opportunity to be a part of an experienced team of skilled professionals dedicated to the operation, repair, and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant. The City offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including employer-paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance; enrollment in the Local Government Employees’ Retirement System; a 5% employer contribution to a supplemental retirement plan with no required employee match; paid holidays; and paid time off. Job Summary: The City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant is responsible for the treatment of wastewater prior to discharge to Corpening Creek. Department personnel perform all treatment operations, maintenance, sampling, testing, and reporting as required by state and federal law. The Laboratory Supervisor supervises a state-certified laboratory that performs analytical testing of wastewater and associated residuals for monitoring and control of wastewater treatment plant processes and for permit compliance. Detailed Description of Duties: An employee in this class supervises and participates in the functions of a state-certified laboratory that performs analytical testing of wastewater and associated residuals for monitoring and control of wastewater treatment plant processes and for permit compliance. Work includes establishing standard methods, work schedules, and timetables; troubleshooting process problems; conducting complex laboratory procedures; and preparing necessary reports and maintenance of records and files in a state-certified laboratory. Work also includes ensuring proper inventory of equipment and supplies and calibration of equipment. The employee is designated as the Laboratory Supervisor and is accountable to the state for accuracy and recordkeeping in the certified laboratory. The employee is subject to hazards associated with wastewater and chemical work including exposure to electrical current, and chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Work is also subject to the final standards of OSHA on bloodborne pathogens. Work is performed under general supervision of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent and is evaluated through conferences, observation, and reviews of accuracy and compliance with the plant permit, proficiency testing, and laboratory certification requirements. Essential duties include, but are not limited to: Supervises and participates in the operation of a state-certified laboratory for the analysis of industrial and domestic wastewater; performs a variety of complex laboratory tests. Supervises and performs a variety of standardized laboratory tests and analyses of raw and treated water and wastewater samples to determine efficacy of treatment; coordinates test results with plant operations personnel and industrial officials; establishes standard methods to be used following state and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines. Operates microscopes, spectrophotometers, muffle furnaces, distillation equipment, various meters, computers, and other laboratory equipment to analyze and track test results. Supervises the preparation of solutions and reagents. Supervises and performs tests to determine ph, alkalinity, biological oxygen demand, total solids, volatile solids, settable solids, fecal coliform, ammonia, and other tests. Interprets laboratory results and prepares required state and federal reports. Supervises and participates in the maintenance of an inventory of chemicals, solutions, culture media, reagents, required forms, and other laboratory supplies. Performs quality control program on equipment and supplies to ensure reliable test results; maintains laboratory equipment in proper operating order; calibrates instruments; maintains state laboratory certification. Plans and submits annual operating budget requests for the lab to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent; monitors and manages expenditures to stay within approved budget; purchases chemicals, supplies and equipment. Ensures continuing education credits required to maintain certifications are met for lab staff. Consults with, informs, and advises plant personnel about controls to be used, defects found, or changes in treatment process; participates in problem-solving regarding process controls; conducts methodology experiments to identify process control strategies. Participates in hiring subordinate staff; trains, assigns work, provides performance coaching and evaluation with assigned staff; recommends discipline and dismissal. Supervises and prepares sampling for contracted laboratory analysis; reviews results. Performs additional related tasks as assigned. Recruitment and Selection Guidelines: Interested candidates will be assessed on the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Thorough knowledge of modern laboratory techniques, materials, and equipment, including those used in complex chemical and biochemical analysis of water and wastewater. Thorough knowledge of the principles of organic and inorganic chemistry. Considerable knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, and practices related to wastewater treatment and discharge. Considerable knowledge of the application of information technology to the work including spreadsheets, automated sampling and complex laboratory equipment, databases and office technology. Considerable knowledge of the operating principles and processes of a wastewater treatment plant. Considerable knowledge of supervisory principles and practices including leadership, communications, motivation, performance coaching and evaluation. Considerable knowledge of the City’s personnel and purchasing policies and procedures. Ability to read and interpret technical federal and state guidelines on wastewater treatment procedures and tests. Ability to operate complex laboratory equipment. Ability to interpret City ordinances and state regulations related to wastewater treatment. Ability to prepare laboratory reagents and assemble laboratory apparatus for chemical and biological analysis. Ability to properly collect wastewater samples and perform the necessary laboratory tests. Ability to prepare and keep accurate records and prepare reports. Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of subordinates. Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions. Ability to perform mathematical calculations and record data accurately. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, peers, subordinates, members of regulatory agencies, and contracting agencies. Preferred Education, Certifications, and Licenses: College-level degree in chemistry, biology or related field, and considerable laboratory experience including some supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license. Possession of, or the ability to obtain within a specified period of time, a Grade 1 NC Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification. How to Apply: Email completed City of Marion Employment Application to: Kathleen Nolan (knolan@marionnc.org ). Applications can be found on this posting in the “Job Details” section in the upper right. Category Public Works Department Status Open Salary $47,112 - $51,823, depending upon experience and qualifications Posted December 29, 2025 9:00 AM Closing Open Until Filled Attached Files Employment Application
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