Lab Manager, ETMS

Dallas College; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College seeks a dynamic Lab Manager to design, develop, and launch seven new academic Schools. The role oversees laboratory operations across one or more labs, collaborating with faculty and staff to ensure safe, modern environments and alignment with workforce needs.

The Lab Manager reports to the Dean of Academic Affairs or the Vice Provost and may lead multiple laboratories, developing strategic plans, budgets, and processes to support instructional and research activities.

Qualifications

• Understanding of laboratory operations, laboratory information systems (software and hardware), and laboratory equipment in one or more discipline areas within the School.
• Able to instruct credit classes in one or more discipline areas within the School for which they are credentialed to teach.
• Strong collaborator who can work with a cross-functional team to accomplish goals.
• Ability to think strategically and innovatively creating realistic plans and workflows.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects and possess strong analytical skills and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates high a high degree of proficiency in performing job assignments within allotted times.
• Able to identify problems, involve others in seeking solutions, conducts appropriate analyses, searches for best solutions and responds quickly to new challenges.
• Advanced ability to use computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports and communicate with others.
• Must be able to comply with Dallas College policies/procedures as well as applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manages several laboratory areas including supervision of Laboratory Specialists or other staff.
• Ensure compliance to laboratory safety rules and regulations, including health and safety policies, and college, state and federal policies.
• Assists with the testing and evaluation of new technologies.
• Recommends the purchase of equipment and information systems (software and hardware).
• Develops methods to organize workflow to ensure quality, precision and timeliness of outputs.
• Develops comprehensive inventory system for efficient tracking of equipment, tools and supplies for one or more laboratories.
• Responsible for reports, proposals and recommendations related to lab functions.
• Recognizes opportunities to apply quality improvement principles in daily activities.
• Researches, evaluates and recommends new lab equipment, systems, and materials.
• Develop strategic plan for laboratory services to support existing and new programs.
• Prepares budget requests and manages approved budget.
• Manages the preparation and maintenance of reports necessary to carry out the functions of laboratory support.
• Collects and maintains data needed to evaluate service usage and customer satisfaction.
• Prepares periodic reports, as necessary or requested, to track strategic goal accomplishment.
• Build, maintain and encourage productive working relationships with faculty and ensure that laboratory support is coordinated to meet instructional and other needs.
• Keeps up to date on the professional and technical aspects on the job.
• Utilizes excellent interpersonal, listening, oral and written communication skills in order to communicate effectively within internal and external stakeholders and constituents in the Dallas College community network.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab operations

LIS (software/hardware)

Lab equipment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Associates degree in related field

Master’s degree in related field

Teaching experience

Job description

Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. CT onthe day before the listed closing date.

Weekly Work Hours40Compensation RangeStaff Range N05 SalarySalary Minimum$56,119.00 AnnuallyFLSAUnited States of America (Exempt)

Work Location

• All positions are considered on-site roles.

• After six months of employment, some positions may be eligibleto apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on jobresponsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, andDallas College policy.

• Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence,even when teaching online courses, in accordance with statelaw.

Position TypeStaff

Position SummaryDallas College seeks a dynamic, visionary leader to play animportant role in the design, development, and launch of the sevennew Dallas College academic schools (the Schools). The Lab Managerwill serve within one of the Dallas College academic Schools.Dallas College is establishing the Schools with a new, ambitiousacademic framework to ensure the Schools align with the North Texasregion’s workforce and industry needs to ensure graduates’ successin their careers.

The Lab Manager will report to the Dean of Academic Affairs orthe Vice Provost. The Lab Manager is responsible for overseeing theoperation of one or more laboratories through collaboration withfaculty and staff.

Why the Role Matters

• Ensures students in Engineering, Technology, Mathematics, andSciences (ETMS) have access to safe, modern, and fully operationallab environments that support hands-on learning.
• Plays a key role in maintaining the equipment, materials, andresources that help prepare students for workforce and academicsuccess.
• Supports faculty by managing laboratory operations that enablehigh-quality instruction and research.

The Impact of the Position

• Directly influences the student learning experience by ensuringlabs are ready, equipped, and aligned with program needs.
• Helps maximize the effectiveness and utilization of specializedequipment and technology.
• Contributes to student success by creating an environment whereexperiential learning can thrive.

Why Candidates Should Be Excited About the Opportunity

• Opportunity to work with advanced technology, laboratoryequipment, and innovative educational programs.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, and students acrossmultiple STEM-related disciplines.
• Meaningful role wheretheir expertise helps develop the nextgeneration of engineers, technicians, scientists, and industryprofessionals.

What Makes Dallas College a Great Place to Work

• Mission-driven institution dedicated to transforming livesthrough education and workforce development.
• Collaborative and inclusive culture that values innovation,service, and continuous learning.
• Strong commitment to professional development, employee growth,and community impact.
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference in students'educational journeys while working in a dynamic higher-educationenvironment.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of laboratory operations, laboratory informationsystems (software and hardware), and laboratory equipment in one ormore discipline areas within the School.

• Able to instruct credit classes in one or more discipline areaswithin the School for which they are credentialed to teach.

• Strong collaborator who can work with a cross-functional team toaccomplish goals.

• Ability to think strategically and innovatively creatingrealistic plans and workflows.

• Must be able to manage multiple projects and possess stronganalytical skills and organizational skills.

• Demonstrates high a high degree of proficiency in performing jobassignments within allotted times.

• Able to identify problems, involve others in seeking solutions,conducts appropriate analyses, searches for best solutions andresponds quickly to new challenges.

• Advanced ability to use computer technology to access data,maintain records, generate reports and communicate with others.

• Must be able to comply with Dallas College policies/proceduresas well as applicable local, state, and federal rules andregulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages several laboratory areas including supervision ofLaboratory Specialists or other staff.

• Ensure compliance to laboratory safety rules and regulations,including health and safety policies, and college, state andfederal policies.

• Assists with the testing and evaluation of new technologies.

• Recommends the purchase of equipment and information systems(software and hardware).

• Develops methods to organize workflow to ensure quality,precision and timeliness of outputs.

• Develops comprehensive inventory system for efficient trackingof equipment, tools and supplies for one or more laboratories.

• Responsible for reports, proposals and recommendations relatedto lab functions.

• Recognizes opportunities to apply quality improvement principlesin daily activities.

• Researches, evaluates and recommends new lab equipment, systems,and materials.

• Develop strategic plan for laboratory services to supportexisting and new programs.

• Prepares budget requests and manages approved budget.

• Manages the preparation and maintenance of reports necessary tocarry out the functions of laboratory support.

• Collects and maintains data needed to evaluate service usage andcustomer satisfaction.

• Prepares periodic reports, as necessary or requested, to trackstrategic goal accomplishment.

• Build, maintain and encourage productive working relationshipswith faculty and ensure that laboratory support is coordinated tomeet instructional and other needs.

• Keeps up to date on the professional and technical aspects onthe job.

• Utilizes excellent interpersonal, listening, oral and writtencommunication skills in order to communicate effectively withinternal and external stakeholders and constituents in the DallasCollege community network.

• Provide excellent customer service.

• Completes required Dallas College Professional Developmenttraining hours per academic year.

• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard officeenvironment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individualswith physical challenges to perform the essential duties andresponsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Lab Managers must be eligible to teach in one or more of theprograms in which they serve.

• Non-transferrable Programs: Bachelor’s degree in related fieldplus three (3) years of related work experience including one (1)year of demonstrated teaching experience and one (1) year of supervisory or team lead experience, or Associates degree inrelated field plus three (3) years of related work experienceincluding one (1) year of demonstrated teachingexperience and one(1) year of supervisory or team leadexperience.

• Applicable degree above is dependent upon teaching disciplineand will be designated at time of job posting.

• Transferrable Programs:

• Master’s degree in related field or Master’s degree with 18hours in teaching discipline; three (3) years of related workexperience including one (1) year of demonstrated teachingexperience and one (1) year of supervisory or team leadexperience.

• Official transcripts are required.

• Some positions may require specific statelicensed/certifications depending on the discipline.

• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

***Will be subject to a criminal background check. Somepositions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

The intent of this job description is to provide arepresentative summary of the major duties and responsibilitiesperformed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as adeclaration of the total of the specific duties andresponsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may bedirected to perform job-related tasks other than those specificallypresented in this description. Position requires regular andpredictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County CommunityCollege District, has served more than three (3) million students.Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Wortharea, we are one of the largest community college systems in thestate of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community collegespace, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment ofopportunity and belonging for all students and employees. Werecognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talentthat stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are partof an equal opportunity system that provides education andemployment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of anyprotected attribute, including race, color, religion, nationalorigin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identityor gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basisprotected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law,Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicantsand employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as anymental health or physical disability needs.

Applications DeadlineOctober 19, 2026