Water Quality Lab Lead (Drinking Water & Wastewater)

DeKalb County; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to oversee a team of lab technicians and conduct standard and specialized chemical and physical tests to ensure water quality. The role includes coordinating daily activities, reviewing analyses, and reporting results to required forms and databases.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biology and at least two years of experience in testing drinking water or wastewater; licensure in Georgia is required within one year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related science field
• Two years of experience in testing drinking water or wastewater
• Or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Responsibilities

• Leads and coordinates daily work activities of lab technicians and supervises staff
• Analyzes drinking water and wastewater analyses for accuracy and compliance
• Reports results to forms/databases and maintains records
• Trains new and existing employees on instruments and lab procedures
• Prepares and analyzes samples and handles instrument troubleshooting
• Maintains lab documentation and state/private lab run data

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related science field

Job description

DeKalb County is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to oversee a team of lab technicians and conduct standard and specialized chemical and physical tests to ensure water quality. The role includes coordinating daily activities, reviewing analyses, and reporting results to required forms and databases.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biology and at least two years of experience in testing drinking water or wastewater; licensure in Georgia is required within one year.