Medical Laboratory Supervisor II

Agency Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services Division Agriculture Consumer Service Job Classification Title Medical Laboratory Supervisor II (NS) Position Number 60011873 Grade

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About Us The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees. Description of Work Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. This position is responsible for daily oversight of the many technically complex and diverse activities performed by the Virology and Serology sections of the Rollins Laboratory. Responsibilities include leading day-to-day lab operations while maintaining technical proficiency to step in as needed, providing consultation to veterinary practitioners and producers, as well as state and federal partners; developing and implementing policies and procedures; supervision and management of laboratory section operations; coordinating all personnel functions; developing new services; and oversight of the quality control and accreditation standards. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $77,076 - $98,000 Demonstrated expertise in laboratory operations systems, including proficiency with laboratory information systems (LIMS), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), accreditation standards, and laboratory quality management systems to ensure regulatory compliance and efficiency. Demonstrated proficiency in advanced laboratory microbiological techniques and instrumentation, such as ELISA, PCR, advanced sequencing technologies such as NGS, and data interpretation relevant to animal health diagnostics. Demonstrated ability to lead laboratory day-to-day operations, with practical experience in staff management, workflow optimization, and problem solving in high-throughput diagnostic settings. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to handle test procedures, interpret complex laboratory data, troubleshoot technical issues and resolve scientific and administrative challenge within laboratory diagnostic setting. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with staff, veterinary clients, and external laboratory partners to support laboratory needs. Click Here to Learn more about State Employee Benefits. Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience. Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application. Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22. All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position. * Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete. * Questions regarding this posting? Contact View phone number on click.appcast.io. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, chemistry, or a biological science from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in a laboratory in the assigned area, one of which is in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications: Must be capable of meeting the Federal CLIA’88 personnel requirements for a general supervisor in a laboratory performing high complexity testing. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Alyssa Danielle Bartholomew Recruiter Email: View email address on click.appcast.io