Organics Supervisor

NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP); New York (NY); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Environmental Protection seeks a City Research Scientist II to supervise the organics section of the Distribution Laboratory, ensuring compliance with NYS testing methods for trace organic contaminants in drinking water. You will direct QA/QC, SOPs, and data management while coordinating with agencies and stakeholders.

Responsibilities include personnel management, budget planning, instrument maintenance, and leading research initiatives in partnership with City, State and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in physical, biological or environmental science or public health is required for Assignment Level I.
• For Assignment Level II and above, a doctorate or higher experience is required as described in the qualifications.
• Candidates must have relevant supervisory or research experience in the appropriate field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide technical/administrative oversight for the organics section of the Distribution Laboratory.
• Develop goals, SOPs, QA/QC objectives, and ensure compliance with environmental health and safety laws.
• Direct calibration, QC data review, and data management including STARLiMS implementation.

Skills

MS Office

StarLIMS

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in physical, biological or environmental science or public health

Doctorate degree in relevant field (preferred)

Job description

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

The Bureau of Water Supply, Drinking Water Operations, Water Quality, Distribution Water Quality, is seeking to hire a City Research Scientist II to serve as the Organics Supervisor at the Distribution Laboratory who will follow NYS approved drinking water testing methods in compliance with all applicable environmental, health and safety regulations and DEP’s policies and procedures.

Working under the direction of the Deputy Chief of Laboratory Operations, with latitude for the exercise of independent judgment, this position will supervise and provide technical and administrative oversight to the daily operation of the organics section of Distribution Laboratory for the analyses of trace organic contaminants in drinking water using complex gas chromatographic methods following NYS approved testing methods, including developing goals, methods, and research projects for the section; managing protocols and standard operating procedures; and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, and professional accrediting organizations' recommendations and guidelines.

Specific Duties Include

• Managing existing protocols and standard operating procedures for the section, maintaining Quality Assurance (QA)/ Quality Control (QC) objectives and ensuring compliance with all environmental health and safety laws, rules and regulations.
• Developing goals and coordinating research objectives for the section according to the mission of the Distribution Laboratory and the Division.
• Implementing methods for organic analysis of drinking water samples. Which includes but is not limited to selecting reagents, preparing specifications for equipment to be purchased, preparing method Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and obtaining initial QC objectives.
• Directing quality control for the section: reviewing QC data generated by analysts; monitoring QC charts and tables for accuracy; supervising entry of data into QC charts and tables; and devising protocols for the preparation of calibration standards and QC solutions.
• Conducting assigned research and investigations, and collaborating with City, State and federal officials on related matters; carrying out activities to develop effective coordination between the research efforts of the agency and outside collaborators.
• Providing technical direction to the section for method evaluation, verification, and accuracy of results.
• Identifying errors or potential problems that could result in errors; and taking corrective actions; and evaluating the corrective actions taken, to prevent recurrence.
• Assisting with the development and implementation of an automated Laboratory Information System (STARLiMS) for data record keeping and report generation to meet the needs for the section including appropriate QC validation rules and electronic transfer of data. Reviews data and generates reports.
• Handling all personnel issues including monitoring performance of staff, hiring, training and disciplinary actions.
• Instructing and assigning work to and evaluating performance of subordinate staff.
• Determining contract requirements and laboratory budget to ensure adequate inventories of equipment and supplies.
• Operating and maintaining analytical instruments in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, diagnosing instrument problems and performing routine maintenance of analytical instrumentation making minor repairs, adjustments and calibrations as needed.

(This is a brief description of what you might do in this position and does not include all the duties of this position.)

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Adobe, Access and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Laboratory information management systems such as StarLIMS
• Strong written and communication skills

Hours And Shift

35 Hours per week. May be required to work holidays and weekends.

Work Location

Lefrak
96-05 Horace Harding Expressway
Flushing, NY 11368
CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744

Minimum Qualifications

• For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.

To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:

• A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
• A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above.

Note

Probationary Period

Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

, $87,743.00 – $110,120.00