Lead Water & Wastewater Lab Supervisor

City of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Baltimore seeks a Laboratory Technical Supervisor to oversee chemical testing and analyses of water and wastewater in the municipal laboratory. The role supervises chemists and technicians, ensuring accurate results and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biology and four years of relevant experience, with opportunity for advancement and weekend coverage as needed. A Maryland driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Education: Have bachelor's degree in chemistry or biology from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Have four years of experience in the chemical or biological testing and analyses of water or wastewater.
• Equivalency Notes: Master’s degree may substitute for one year of the experience; otherwise, equivalent education/experience.
• Licenses: Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver’s license or acceptable out-of-state license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee chemical testing and analyses of water or wastewater in a municipal plant.
• Supervise chemists, biologists, microbiologists and assistants; provide training.
• Ensure compliance with EPA regulations and maintain proper records and reports.

Skills

Supervisory ability

Training ability

EPA regulations

Stoichiometry

Analytical chemistry

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or biology

Job description

The City of Baltimore seeks a Laboratory Technical Supervisor to oversee chemical testing and analyses of water and wastewater in the municipal laboratory. The role supervises chemists and technicians, ensuring accurate results and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biology and four years of relevant experience, with opportunity for advancement and weekend coverage as needed. A Maryland driver’s license is required.