CHEMIST SUPERVISOR

CHEMIST SUPERVISOR

Date: Mar 11, 2024

Req ID: 38192

Location:

North Little Rock, AR, US, 7218

Category: DEPT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT

Anticipated Starting Salary: $50,222

Position Number: 22091166

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: March 25, 2024

Anticipated Starting Salary: $50,222

Office of Water Quality

The mission of the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment is to provide effective and efficient energy and environmental solutions informed by science. The Department promotes responsible management of resources and protects the environment for the benefit of all Arkansans.

Position Information

Class Code: B037C

Grade: GS09

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $50,222.00 - $72,822.00

Summary

The Chemist Supervisor is responsible for directing the activities of a chemical laboratory. This position is governed by the Association of Analytical Chemists standards, state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Supervises a small to medium-sized technical staff of chemists and technicians by interviewing applicants and recommending for hire, making work assignments, evaluating the performance of incumbents, and training new employees. Prepares unit's budget and monitors unit expenditures, including federal grants. Writes bid specifications for lab equipment. Purchases supplies, chemicals, and equipment. Maintains various files such as sample/specimen records, analytical results, quality control data, and equipment performance records. Compiles and submits reports of unit's activities to supervisor. Maintains laboratory equipment by monitoring equipment operation, calibrating, performing maintenance and repairs, and coordinating other repairs with service contractors. Conducts research for developing new analytical methods. Adapts new methods to laboratory use. Provides technical assistance to departmental personnel, federal and state agencies, Industry personnel, and the general public. Maintains inventory on supplies, chemicals, equipment, and other items within the unit. Directs quality assurance activities of the agency and quality control activities of institutions such as hospitals to validate analytical results. Appears in court when analytical results are disputed to explain and/or verify analytical reports. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques. Knowledge of the principles and practices of chemistry and chemical analysis. Knowledge of standard and specialized laboratory equipment. Knowledge of laws and regulations governing chemical laboratories. Ability to plan, organize, and oversee the work of subordinates. Ability to conduct and direct the activities of a chemical laboratory. Ability to write descriptive results of analysis and appear as expert witness in court.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in chemistry; plus three years of experience in a chemistry laboratory, including one year in a supervisory or leadership capacity. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

Preferred Qualifications

+ Knowledge of laboratory audit practices and quality control assurance protocols and documentation

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.