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CITY OF MONROE
JOB DESCRIPTION
Laboratory Supervisor/IPP Coordinator-Wastewater
Supervised By: Superintendent of Wastewater
Supervises: Oversees the work of the Laboratory Technicians
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Wastewater, performs the processes and methods of
Wastewater Treatment and Chemical analysis. Oversees and participates in the testing and laboratory
analysis of influent and effluent water. Oversees the Industrial Pretreatment Program. Plans and
completes collection, testing, billing and
data presentation methods of industrial customers and the wastewater facility. Oversees the work of the
Laboratory Technician for conformity to standards.
Essential Duties and Job Functions:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions.
These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. To
perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
1. Sets up, revises and maintains orderly systems of testing and reporting in compliance with
departmental, state and federal requirements.
2. Assigns the Laboratory Technician to designated and routine testing, overseeing processes,
methods and report content.
3. Participates in employee interviews and provides input in the hiring process.
4. Summarizes plant data as to performance in various service areas and prepares operating
reports.
5. Analyzes industrial testing, retesting as necessary and notifies accounts which are in violation of
standards. Seeks voluntary compliance and adjustment as possible.
6. Regularly confers with the Wastewater staff, receiving policy changes and recommending internal
equipment adjustments as laboratory findings require.
7. Performs the normal tasks of the Laboratory Technician as scheduling warrants.
8. Studies plant operations and makes authoritative recommendations on cost and efficiency, i.e.,
changes in chemicals in use, plant equipment and cooperative use activity.
9. Keeps inventory of supplies and originates purchase orders. Monitors delivery for conformity to
request, and expenditures for conformity to budget authorization.
10. Periodically confers with industrial representatives, officials of other units of government and
citizens on matters of mutual concern in wastewater management.
11. Coordinates the industrial pre-treatment program, including; sampling, reviewing reports,
updating permits, etc.
12. Answers phone and addresses concerns and questions posed by customers, particularly when
office staff are busy or away from the phones.
13. Produces sewer only bills monthly and maintain records.
14. Produces monthly state reports.
15. Performs other related duties as needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum
qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
Requirements include the following:
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years supervisory experience required.
• A Michigan Department of Environmental Quality Class D wastewater license within three years
of being eligible to take the exam.
• Grade II Environmental Compliance Inspector Certification available through the Michigan Water
Environment Association, required within 3 years of being eligible to take the exam.
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maintain one throughout employment.
• Minimum score of 70% on the City of Monroe aptitude examination.
• Skill in the use of office equipment and technology, including Microsoft Suite applications and
software specific to the department, and the ability to master new technologies.
• Knowledge of chemistry, mathematics, and laboratory testing procedures related to wastewater
treatment plants.
• Knowledge of the methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in wastewater treatment plants,
laboratory, maintenance, and repair, and of the safety procedures involved.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment operations and industrial processes.
• Knowledge of the safety procedures and precautions of laboratory and wastewater plant
operations
• Knowledge of current public health guidelines, government regulations, and professional
standards for wastewater treatment.
• Skill in the use and maintenance of a wide variety of laboratory equipment and wastewater
treatment plant equipment and machinery.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and
resourcefulness when dealing with co-workers, regulatory agencies, and the public.
• Ability to accurately log and record information, and maintain organized files by hardcopy and/or
computer.
• Ability to work independently & make accurate mathematical computations.
• Ability to evaluate data and determine appropriate course of action.
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and concepts professionally.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those
an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate in person and
by telephone, read regular and small print, view and produce written and electronic documents and
enter data on a computer keyboard with repetitive keystrokes. The employee must be mobile in a
laboratory setting, stand, sit, stoop and kneel, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands
and arms. The employee is required to accurately measure and mix chemicals using approved laboratory
equipment and techniques. The employee must
lift or push/pull objects of up to 15 lbs. without assistance. Accommodation will be made, if needed, for
employees required to lift or move objects that exceed this weight.
The typical work environment of this job is a laboratory setting where the noise level is quiet and
sometimes moderate. Though applicable safety procedures are documented and utilized, the
incumbent may be exposed to unsanitary or unhygienic materials, chemicals and airborne particles and
odors in the course of performing required duties.
February 2, 2022