STEM Lab Manager

Virginia Community Colleges; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Peninsula Community College seeks a Lab/Inventory Support role within the STEM division to ensure laboratory supplies and equipment are ready for use and to maintain an accurate inventory. The incumbent will coordinate with the STEM Dean and Hampton STEM Lab Manager to support biology, chemistry, geology, physics, and NAS courses at both campuses.

Responsibilities include procuring materials, maintaining records, and assisting with lab budgets while upholding safety standards and

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment.
• Experience with safety rules and regulations that apply to laboratory maintenance and supplies.
• Laboratory experience with knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods utilized in maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment.
• Procure supplies promptly for instructional use.
• Keep STEM Dean updated on all science laboratory activities.
• Support labs for biology, chemistry, geology, physics, and NAS courses across campuses.
• Assist with budget management and reporting for the labs.

Skills

Lab inventory

Safety regulations

Microsoft Office

Problem-solving

Organization

Budget management

Communication

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Posting Summary

Working Title

Role Title

Role Title

Role Title Trainer Instructor I

Role Code

29111-SW

FLSA

Nonexempt

Pay Band

03

Position Number

29300320

Agency

Division

Work Location

Williamsburg - 830

Hiring Range

$46,500-$51,500

Emergency/Essential Personnel

No

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Does this position have telework options?

Telework options are subject to change based on business needs

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

M-F; 8 am to 5 pm

Sensitive Position

No

Job Description

Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York

The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics ( STEM ) division provides instruction and programs aligned with the College’s mission: Virginia Peninsula Community College changes lives, empowers students to succeed, and enhances the social and economic vitality of the region through high-quality education and workforce training, excellent service, and innovative partnerships. STEM offers comprehensive transfer, occupational, and technical programs of superior quality that prepare students for success.

This position reports directly to the STEM Dean and is required to keep the STEM Dean updated with information about all science laboratory activities. Responsible for ensuring that laboratory supplies and equipment are ready for use in the STEM Division laboratories and maintaining an inventory of all laboratory supplies and equipment. Ensures that supplies and laboratory materials are procured promptly for instructional purposes and performs other duties assigned by the STEM Dean.

Works in conjunction with the Hampton Campus STEM Science Lab Manager to support full-time and adjunct faculty with labs for biology, chemistry, geology, physics, and NAS courses at both campuses – the Hampton Campus and the HT (Williamsburg) Campus.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority. All employees are responsible employees and mandatory reporters.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Required:

• Experience in maintaining laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment.
• Experience with safety rules and regulations that apply to laboratory maintenance and supplies.

Knowledge

• Laboratory experience with knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods utilized in maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment.

Skills

• Proficiently use Microsoft Office software and any related software
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.

Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to organize materials, maintain accurate records, and prepare reports.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a lab budget.
• Ability to follow all safety rules and regulations and to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Develop and maintain cooperative and professional relationships and work constructively within a team, faculty, and students.
• Ability to communicate timely and effectively (orally and in writing).
• Ability to work and support all campus locations with instructions from the STEM Dean and in close coordination with the Hampton STEM Lab Manager.

Additional Considerations

• Work experience in higher education.
• Experience training students or employees on lab safety rules and regulations is preferred.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Yes

Supervises Employees

No

Required Travel

Minimal

Posting Number

CLS_4812P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

10/16/2026

Job Close Date

10/30/2026

Agency Website

vpcc.edu

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have experience in maintaining laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have experience with safety rules and regulations that apply to laboratory maintenance and supplies?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Alternative Hiring Process Letter
• SF-50 (Documentation of involuntary separation from Federal Agency)