Laboratory Supervisor
The City of Woodland offers a competitive total compensation package including:
- Starting income ranging from $7,208.32 to $9,199.84 per month based on skills and years of experience, with incremental pay increases.
- Robust Retirement Program including CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, Retirement Health Savings Plan & 457 Deferred Comp plans with a 3% City match
- Low-Cost & No-Cost Health Benefits, including choice of CalPERS Medical plans, and City-paid Dental Insurance, Vision insurance and Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Training & Career Development, including City-paid Professional Growth Incentive, City-provided training, and professional advancement opportunities
- Home-Life Balance, inclusive work environment and predictable work schedule, as well as paid holiday, vacation, sick and administrative leaves
POSITION
Supervise, plan and coordinate the functions of the Laboratory, Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment Program (WPP), and related environmental compliance programs. Performs and reviews analysis of potable water, wastewater, storm water and related materials. Ensures sampling, monitoring, testing, reporting, WPP, and other environmental compliance programs comply with Federal, State and local requirements for potable water, wastewater and storm water utilities. The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a current vacancy in the Public Works Department, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Ideal Candidate for the Laboratory Supervisor position will have experience working in a wastewater or water laboratory, with knowledge of State, Federal and Local regulation and rules. This person will be familiar with water, wastewater, storm water, industrial pretreatment and related programs, and have a laboratory background in chemistry and microbiology as it applies to water, wastewater, storm water, industrial pretreatment compliance programs. In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the Ideal Candidate will be an independent thinker who is well organized, has excellent communication skills (written and oral), and good time management skills. Previous supervisory experience is very desirable as this position will be responsible for supervising, mentoring and counseling division staff and programs as necessary.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Plan, program and supervise monitoring, sampling, and testing to ensure WPCF processes, potable water production, potable water distribution, and storm water runoff comply with State and Federal standards. Supervise and coordinate laboratory quality assurance and quality control programs; develop new methods of laboratory analysis consistent with Federal and State guidelines. Work with and direct outside labs or environmental firms on water quality matters. Plan, program and supervise the goals and objectives of the Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment program. Coordinate pretreatment program activities for the Sanitary Sewer Management Plan and Storm water NPDES Phase II permit. Review and approve quarterly and annual pretreatment reports. Interpret and enforce regulations related to pretreatment, wastewater collection and storm water collection. Prepare detailed draft budgets, assist in preparation of final budgets and administer adopted budgets. Monitor legislation and make recommendations concerning compliance issues related to potable water, wastewater, storm water, pretreatment and related programs. Compile, sign and submit monitoring and compliance reports to appropriate State and Federal Agencies. Perform advanced analysis on data to provide information for decision making. Represent the City on routine basis with State and Federal agencies, and other public bodies. Participate in professional groups and committees and with the general public regarding potable water, wastewater and storm water, pretreatment and related programs. Participate in the hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of subordinates. Regular and consistent attendance.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
Assist with studies to audit and improve plant operations; conduct and assist with tours and regulatory inspection; respond to questions and requests from the general public. Ensure laboratory and pretreatment shop are maintained in a safe, clean and orderly condition. Ensure that maintenance, repair and calibration of laboratory and pretreatment equipment complies with process safety manual and manufacture recommendations. Observe safe work methods, practices and precautions; use appropriate safety devices and equipment in accordance with laboratory and pretreatment standard operating procedures. Plan safety and training programs and ensure that safety precautions and regulations are adhered to by subordinates. Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor of Science degree with major course work in chemistry and biology or a closely related field.
Experience: Two (2) years of experience conducting chemical or biological laboratory analyses including two (2) years of experience performing laboratory analysis of water, wastewater or storm water. Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in pretreatment and environmental compliance desirable.
License and Certificate: Required upon hire, possession of a valid California Driver's License. Possession of a current California Water Environment Association Grade II. Laboratory Analyst certificate within 18 months of appointment. Possession of a current California Water Environment Association Grade I Environmental Compliance Inspector certificate is desirable.
APPLICATION
Apply with a City of Woodland application online at www.cityofwoodland.gov/employment or by visiting the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, Woodland, CA 95695 by 5:00PM on Monday, June 17, 2024. Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by the final filing date to be considered. Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted.
Review Process: Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof. Applicants will be required to take and pass a medical examination by a City of Woodland physician to ensure their physical suitability to perform the assigned duties.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.
Panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of June 24, 2024.
BENEFITS*
Current Salary:
$7,208.32 - $9,199.84/month ($3,326.92 - $4,246.08/bi-weekly)
Retirement:
CalPERS Retirement system (2% @ 60 Formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2% @ 62 Formula for new CalPERS members). The City does not participate in social security
Deferred Compensation:
Choice of deferred compensation plans (Traditional and Roth). City will match up to 3% of employee’s base salary
Medical:
CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs & PPOs. City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance
Maximum Family Allowance for 2024: $2,195.79/Month
Dental/Vision:
City paid Delta Dental and VSP Vision Insurance
STD/LTD:
City paid wage protection for short- and long-term disabilities
Life Insurance:
City provides $50,000 life insurance policy
Voluntary Benefits:
Voluntary Supplemental Life, Cancer, Accident Only, STD/LTD, and Critical Illness insurances, and Flexible Spending Accounts available
Vacation:
7 hours per month during first 3 years of service
Sick Leave:
8 hours per month
Administrative Leave:
96 hours of leave time given each fiscal year
Holidays:
12.5 paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
Bilingual Pay:
$200 per month upon certification
Professional Growth Incentive:
$625 per year for additional educational or professional activities
* Please note that Mid-Management/Professional Association (MMPA) is currently in negotiations with the City of Woodland, which may impact future salary and benefits.
The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Special Instructions
Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by final filing date to be considered.
Recruitment Contact
Contact phone:
(530)661-5811
Contact email: