Lab Supervisor

Laboratory Supervisor

The laboratory supervisor is responsible for metals analysis as well as supervising and developing the lab staff involved in testing and analysis. This position is critical to bridging the gap between management and daily laboratory operations. It ensures testing accuracy, regulatory compliance, and team performance align to departmental, state and federal requirements for monitoring compliance with Cobb County's four wastewater reclamation facilities NPDES permits, the Cobb County Watershed Protection Plan, and the Industrial Pretreatment Program. A data entry and excel skills test will be required for all applicants. The skills testing information and link will be sent via email to applicants who have successfully met the qualifications for this position. The assessment will close on Friday, November 20th, 2026, at 11:59 pm.

Essential Functions

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals. Coordinates and delegates work activities of assigned staff: confers with Lab Superintendent when needed; prioritizes and assigns sampling, lab testing, and related activities in order to meet objectives; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; ensures that staff have the proper resources needed to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex and problem situations and provide technical expertise; provides training and instructs staff regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; and provides progress and activity reports to Laboratory Superintendent and department managers as requested. Ensures compliance with all applicable local, state and federal rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures: reviews required regulatory reports submitted by subordinates; performs quality assurance analysis of testing procedures; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations. Assists in formulating laboratory policies and procedures: establishes, updates and implements test procedures in consultation with Lab Superintendent; writes and amends safety rules and regulations; and communicates procedures, safety rules, regulatory requirements and other information to subordinates. Assists in developing and implementing operating budget for area of assignment: monitors expenditures for adherence to approved budget; and processes purchase orders and other financial documents. Ensures equipment, machinery, tools, and supplies are properly used, inventoried, and maintained at all times: monitors logs, records and software; orders supplies and materials; and ensures items are repaired or replaced as needed. Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures: maintains and awareness of new equipment, procedures, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; participates in continuing education activities; attends meetings, workshops and seminars as appropriate. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field required; supplemented by five years of progressively responsible experience as a certified lab analyst; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain certification as a Georgia Wastewater Laboratory Analyst.

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Sensory Requirements Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Environmental Factors Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as odors, wetness, fumes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, disease, or pathogenic substances. EEO Statement Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.