Data and Field Operations Manager Salary

$75,579.37 - $120,624.62 Annually

Location

Davie, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1412974

Department

RED NRD Environ Monitoring

Opening Date

11/01/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Veterans' Preference Notice

Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

Description Benefits Questions REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered.

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Chemist Supervisor (Data and Field Operations Manager) to support the Natural Resources Division - Environmental Monitoring Laboratory.

Benefits of Broward County Employment

High Deductible Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: 

Single $10.39 / Family $76.94

Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually

Consumer Driven Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums:

Single $78.64 / Family $273.13

Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan

457 Deferred Compensation employee match

Eleven (11) paid holidays each year

Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year 

Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions

Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)

Paid Parental Leave

The successful candidate will oversee Field Operations and be responsible for the review of all water quality monitoring data for submission into the website and to create a yearly report identifying trends within Broward County that affect our environment to support enforcement activities and policy changes. The position requires knowledge of water quality techniques and environmental parameters to successfully assess all data produced by the laboratory for reporting to government agencies, update our dashboard and website and to upload WIN (Watershed Information Network) data.   The candidate must posses verified experience evaluating data and using GIS mapping tools.  In addition to overseeing Field Operations, the candidate is responsible for sample custody and preparing the team for field accreditation under NELAP.   The candidate must have excellent communication and writing skills to complete internal audits, write Standard Operating Procedures, and participate in presentations to educate other members of the public about environmental trends. The position is required to train other field personnel in sampling techniques in accordance with accreditation or state mandate requirements.  Proficient in the use of LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) for creating routes, new projects, and labels is preferred.  Experienced working under a NELAP certified laboratory is highly desirable.  

 

This position has emergency responsibilities to support the Resilient Environment Department in times of emergency activation.

General Description
Manages the quality assurance program for a certified laboratory and to ensure compliance and data integrity as per regulations.

Works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in chemistry or closely related field.

Requires four (4) years in chemical analysis work, including one (1) year in the supervisory or lead worker aspects of the work.

International Degree Evaluation Language:
 For consideration of international degrees, candidates must have it evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), or Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). All associated expenses incurred are the responsibility of the candidate. To access the NACES directory of current members, please visit www.naces.org/members. To access the AICE directory of endorsed members, please visit https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members. Completed evaluations do not guarantee an offer of employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment.

 Preferences

Advance Degree in Chemistry, Biology or related (Master or PhD)

One (1) year experience using a LIMS system.

One (1) year experience field sampling 

One (1) year experience working under a NELAP certified laboratory

Verified Experience using GIS and mapping applications

Experience preparing EDD reports.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Validates all laboratory data ensuring highest quality and defensibility; prepares all analytical reports for release to clients and regulatory agencies; manages the labs continuing Demonstration of Capability Program which ensures lab staff certification for analytical testing.

Manages the Proficiency Testing Program which ensures compliance with standards and accreditation; manages all lab documentation (records management) forms, notebooks, etc. through a laboratory document tracking system; updates and maintains the laboratory's Quality Assurance Manual which dictates quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) measures and standards for quality laboratory practices.

Performs all internal QA/QC laboratory audits as well as performs audits for the Facility Compliance Section, field staff as well as other sections of the Division; stays abreast of governing rules by federal and state regulatory agencies through meetings, technical sessions and web sites.

Purchases laboratory and office supplies for staff in accordance with purchasing rules and protocol; instructs, consults and assists lab staff with all questions and concerns regarding QA/QC practices and requirements.

Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical DemandsPhysical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in chemistry or closely related field? Yes No 02 Please write your degree and major/concentration below/if no degree please write none: 03 Do you have four (4) years in chemical analysis work, including one (1) year in the supervisory or lead worker aspects of the work? Please write where this exeprience was obtained/must reflect in application as well. 04 Explain your experience with GIS and mapping tools. 05 Describe your experience reviewing environmental data for research. 06 Do you have experience publishing data? If so in what capacity and give examples. 07 Provide your experience preparing EDD reports and entering data in WIN. 08 Please describe your work experience, sampling from a bridge or boat. 09 Describe your experience using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Specify system used, if none please state none. 10 Provide your experience working in a NELAP certified laboratory, including writing SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures) and participating in audits.

Required Question

Agency Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered.

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Chemist Supervisor (Data and Field Operations Manager) to support the Natural Resources Division - Environmental Monitoring Laboratory.

Benefits of Broward County Employment

High Deductible Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: 

Single $10.39 / Family $76.94

Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually

Consumer Driven Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums:

Single $78.64 / Family $273.13

Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan

457 Deferred Compensation employee match

Eleven (11) paid holidays each year

Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year 

Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions

Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)

Paid Parental Leave

The successful candidate will oversee Field Operations and be responsible for the review of all water quality monitoring data for submission into the website and to create a yearly report identifying trends within Broward County that affect our environment to support enforcement activities and policy changes. The position requires knowledge of water quality techniques and environmental parameters to successfully assess all data produced by the laboratory for reporting to government agencies, update our dashboard and website and to upload WIN (Watershed Information Network) data.   The candidate must posses verified experience evaluating data and using GIS mapping tools.  In addition to overseeing Field Operations, the candidate is responsible for sample custody and preparing the team for field accreditation under NELAP.   The candidate must have excellent communication and writing skills to complete internal audits, write Standard Operating Procedures, and participate in presentations to educate other members of the public about environmental trends. The position is required to train other field personnel in sampling techniques in accordance with accreditation or state mandate requirements.  Proficient in the use of LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) for creating routes, new projects, and labels is preferred.  Experienced working under a NELAP certified laboratory is highly desirable.  

 

This position has emergency responsibilities to support the Resilient Environment Department in times of emergency activation.

General Description
Manages the quality assurance program for a certified laboratory and to ensure compliance and data integrity as per regulations.

Works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in chemistry or closely related field.

Requires four (4) years in chemical analysis work, including one (1) year in the supervisory or lead worker aspects of the work.

International Degree Evaluation Language:
 For consideration of international degrees, candidates must have it evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), or Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). All associated expenses incurred are the responsibility of the candidate. To access the NACES directory of current members, please visit www.naces.org/members. To access the AICE directory of endorsed members, please visit https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members. Completed evaluations do not guarantee an offer of employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment.

 Preferences

Advance Degree in Chemistry, Biology or related (Master or PhD)

One (1) year experience using a LIMS system.

One (1) year experience field sampling 

One (1) year experience working under a NELAP certified laboratory

Verified Experience using GIS and mapping applications

Experience preparing EDD reports.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Validates all laboratory data ensuring highest quality and defensibility; prepares all analytical reports for release to clients and regulatory agencies; manages the labs continuing Demonstration of Capability Program which ensures lab staff certification for analytical testing.

Manages the Proficiency Testing Program which ensures compliance with standards and accreditation; manages all lab documentation (records management) forms, notebooks, etc. through a laboratory document tracking system; updates and maintains the laboratory's Quality Assurance Manual which dictates quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) measures and standards for quality laboratory practices.

Performs all internal QA/QC laboratory audits as well as performs audits for the Facility Compliance Section, field staff as well as other sections of the Division; stays abreast of governing rules by federal and state regulatory agencies through meetings, technical sessions and web sites.

Purchases laboratory and office supplies for staff in accordance with purchasing rules and protocol; instructs, consults and assists lab staff with all questions and concerns regarding QA/QC practices and requirements.

Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical DemandsPhysical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in chemistry or closely related field? Yes No 02 Please write your degree and major/concentration below/if no degree please write none: 03 Do you have four (4) years in chemical analysis work, including one (1) year in the supervisory or lead worker aspects of the work? Please write where this exeprience was obtained/must reflect in application as well. 04 Explain your experience with GIS and mapping tools. 05 Describe your experience reviewing environmental data for research. 06 Do you have experience publishing data? If so in what capacity and give examples. 07 Provide your experience preparing EDD reports and entering data in WIN. 08 Please describe your work experience, sampling from a bridge or boat. 09 Describe your experience using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Specify system used, if none please state none. 10 Provide your experience working in a NELAP certified laboratory, including writing SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures) and participating in audits.

Required Question

Agency Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers