Water Quality Control Manager

Salary : $81,971.28 - $98,362.68 Annually
Location : North Miami Beach, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00489
Department: Public Utility - NMB Water
Division: QUALITY CONTROL
Opening Date: 02/22/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Description
This is administrative, supervisory, and scientific work managing the City's laboratory facilities for analysis of raw and treated water, wastewater, and industrial waste and assuring that the Department remains in compliance with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. An employee in a position allocated to this class is responsible for ensuring that the laboratory attains, and retains proper certifications in Microbiology, Chemistry, and Turbidity. Work involves organizing and supervising laboratory activities in accordance with regulatory guidelines, planning Water Quality monitoring programs, designing field studies and advising on policy matters related to water and wastewater. Work requires the exercise of considerable independent judgement and is reviewed based on reports and observation of results obtained.
Examples of Duties
(The duties listed below are the normal duties and responsibilities of this position. The omission of specific statements related to the duties and responsibilities of this position does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or reasonable within the scope of the position.)

• Manages the activities and personnel of the laboratory.
• Plans, directs and schedules all required sampling and analyses.
• Review, analyzes and prepares all compliance reports for regulatory agencies.
• Formulates, prepares and recommends policies and procedures for the laboratory.
• Prepares the budget for the laboratory for inclusion in the Regulatory Compliance Division budget of the department.
• Directs the investigation of circumstances or conditions surrounding contaminated sites or sites suspected of contamination.
• Develops improved analytical techniques.
• Testifies in court as an expert witness regarding technical analyses and sampling procedures.
• Writes performance evaluations, issues counseling forms/disciplinary actions; handles employee complaints and grievances, recommends the hiring, termination and promotion of staff.
• Approves Procurement needs.
• Prepares specifications for vendor laboratory services, equipment, and space.
• Designs and implements sampling programs and monitoring requirements for compliance with environmental rules and laws.
• Promotes public education in Water Quality issues.
• Prepares plans for future environmental regulations impact.
• Provides input, clarification and orientation to Client's quality concerns, serves as the primary company contact with local, state and federal regulators. Make sure the organization has a clearly defined program for complying with the country's laws
• Take action in dealing with noncompliance situations, creating realistic plans to overcome them.
• Communicate with employees and make sure everyone is aware of what they need to do to comply with internal and external laws and regulations
• Maintains and evaluates daily records of water treatment and field services data
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, or related field and five (5) years of experience in chemical or bacterial analytical research with at least two (2) year in a certified utility laboratory and including a year's experience directing the work of others, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.
Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.
Supplemental Information
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors, division and department heads, public/private sector contacts, and City contractors.
Ability to organize work, establish priorities, meet established deadlines, and follow up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of chemistry, biology and bacteriology.
Thorough knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations relating to water and wastewater.
Considerable knowledge of the function and use of modern test equipment used in similar labs.
Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of management.
Ability to make a variety of laboratory tests of water, wastewater, and industrial waste and prepare and standardize laboratory reagents.
Ability to interpret chemical, biological and bacteriological research of water, wastewater, and industrial waste.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with officials and the general public.
Must have the following physical abilities to be able to perform the essential functions of the position: Fingering, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Mental Acuity, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Speaking, Standing, Talking, Visual Acuity, and Walking. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Applicants who demonstrate they meet the minimum requirements may be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to, evaluation of education, training and experience; oral interview(s); background investigation; reference checks; medical evaluation; controlled substance screening. Preference will be given to certain veterans, spouses of veterans, or unmarried widows/widowers of veteran. Proof of veterans' eligibility must be provided at time of application EOE M/F/D/V. Applicants with disabilities who desire special accommodation MUST notify the Human Resources Department at the time of application. All applications must be submitted through the City of North Miami Beach's applicant portal hosted by Applications submitted elsewhere are not eligible for consideration.