LABORATORY DIRECTOR 2222
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Under general
supervision, an employee in this class plans, organizes and directs the
activities of a Suffolk County laboratory engaged in the chemical, physical,
bacteriological and/or biological testing of ground, surface, marine and waste
waters, sewage, construction materials, nuisance insects and/or other
samples. The work includes training,
supervising and coordinating the activities of professional and technical
assistants, and/or a laboratory staff, planning and executing special programs
and research projects and performing the most difficult analyses. The work is reviewed by an administrative
supervisor through staff conferences, written reports and observation of
laboratory operations. Does related work
as required.
TYPICAL WORK
ACTIVITIES
Plans, assigns and supervises the work
of a
Plans and supervises chemical,
physical, bacteriological and biological analyses of water, sewage and
industrial waste, air, food products, construction materials, nuisance insects
or other samples;
Supervises the physical and chemical
laboratory testing of bituminous products, masonry products including Portland
cement concrete, soils, aggregates and ferrous and non-ferrous metals;
Supervises the investigation of
subsurface site conditions, performance of soil profiles and evaluation of skid
test data;
Reviews nuclear film badge exposure
and performs leak tests on nuclear gauges to ensure safety;
Selects and purchases scientific
instruments and other laboratory equipment;
Supervises the calibration of
instruments and the preparation of standard solutions;
Studies new and revised laboratory
methods and techniques;
May testify in court regarding
laboratory evidence;
Maintains liaison and reciprocal
consultation services with laboratories of other governmental agencies.
Insures that the laboratory receives
and maintains all necessary permits.
FULL PERFORMANCE
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Comprehensive knowledge of
modern laboratory administration and functions; thorough knowledge of the
factors influencing environmental quality; thorough knowledge of public health
laws, state and local sanitary codes and NYSDEC/NYSDHS laboratory permit
procedures; thorough knowledge of the use of microscopes, spectrophotometers,
colorimeters and related analytical instruments; ability to direct the work of
a professional and clerical staff in a manner conducive to full performance and
high morale; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with other governmental agencies and the general public; ability to analyze and
evaluate data and prepare accurate and comprehensive reports; ability to
express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; good
judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Graduation
from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Physics or a related field, and seven
(7) years of experience in the laboratory analysis of water, air, sewage and
industrial waste, construction materials, or nuisance insects, at least two (2)
years of which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity.
NOTE: Experience at the level of a Laboratory Aide,
Assistant or Technician is not qualifying.
Graduate education in Chemistry, Biology, Physics or a related field may
be substituted for non-supervisory experience on a year-for-year basis, up to a
maximum of two (2) years.
PROMOTIONAL
Either:
(a) Two (2) years of permanent
competitive status as a Chemist III or Chemist III (Public Works); or,
(b) Three (3) years of permanent
competitive status as an Entomologist; or
(c) Four (4) years of permanent
competitive status as a Chemist II (Public Health), Chemist II (Public Works)
or Chemist II (Environmental Control).
Depending upon the assignment, at the time of
appointment and during employment in this title, the employee may be required
to possess a Nuclear Gauge Certification (Radiological Safety) issued by the
New York State Department of Health.
R03/12/08
Competitive