Williamston Regional Laboratory Supervisor Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/newprint/4838888) Apply  Williamston Regional Laboratory Supervisor Salary $50,633.00 - $88,607.00 Annually Location Martin County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number 25-02366 Department Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Opening Date 02/25/2025 Closing Date 3/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Class Title Engineering Specialist II Position Number 60027319 Salary Grade NC14 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description of Work Join Our Team as the Williamston Regional Laboratory Manager! Join the dedicated team at the NCDOT’s Materials and Tests Unit, where we ensure the highest quality of materials for roadway construction across North Carolina. About Us: Our Unit is dedicated to establishing acceptance criteria for materials and manufactured products, ensuring they meet the highest standards and function as intended. We play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of the North Carolina Highway System, in accordance with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Regulations. Your Role: We are seeking a highly motivated laboratory supervisor to lead our Williamston Regional Laboratory and a satellite asphalt laboratory nearby in Merry Hill, NC. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction materials testing and a passion for maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. Key Responsibilities: + Oversee, authorize, and manage the daily activities of technicians in the regional and satellite laboratories. + Ensure accurate and timely testing of construction materials while adhering to strict safety protocols. + Understand customer requirements and optimize lab procedures, schedules, and staffing to exceed expectations. + Develop and implement laboratory goals that align with departmental objectives and policies. + Ensure efficient and effective laboratory operations, including the prudent use of financial resources and maintenance of AASHTO accreditations. + Promote a safe, satisfying, and enriching work environment by encouraging employee development and continuous improvement. + Serve as a technical resource for colleagues within and outside the department, providing guidance on technical problems and procedures. What We’re Looking For: + Collaborative Team Player: Someone who thrives in a team environment and contributes positively to the group dynamics, including collaboration with other groups. + Leadership:Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and motivate a team. + Communication Skills:Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences. + Eager Learner: A proactive individual who is always willing to expand their knowledge and skills. + Innovative Thinker: A creative mind that can think outside the box and bring fresh ideas to the table. + Highly Organized: An individual who excels at managing multiple tasks efficiently and effectively. Why Join Us? + Impactful Work:Play a vital role in maintaining the quality and safety of the North Carolina Highway System. + Collaborative Environment:Work with a dedicated team of professionals committed to excellence. + Professional Growth:Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. + Benefits:This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Now! Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following: + Knowledge of engineering theories, techniques, practices, and procedures relating to multiple material type testing administered by the Materials and Tests Laboratories. + Experience supervising the work of others including planning schedules, implementing goals, administering new policies, procedures and objectives. + Experience coordinating and communicating effectively with other team members to achieve a common goal + Experience with Microsoft Office products, databases, and data analysis, including laboratory information systems or similar laboratory result entry systems. + Knowledge of instrumentation used in an analytical laboratory for quantitative and qualitative analysis of engineered materials. Additional Expectations: This position requires a highly motivated individual who is able to work independently as well as part of a team. The successful candidate will have strong work ethic standards with a technical background in engineering, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical personnel. Experience managing personnel is desired. Must have the ability lift samples and equipment weighing up to 70lbs. Must be able to stand for long periods of time and be able to wear safety glasses and other personal protective equipment. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements 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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail. Associate’s degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology or Survey Technology from an appropriately accredited institution and seven years of progressive technician experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Supplemental and Contact Information Wendy Wall, 919-329-4000. Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application. NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted. NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types. For permanent and time-limited appointments: Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation. 01 I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.) + Yes + No 02 Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of engineering theories, techniques, practices, and procedures relating to multiple material type testing administered by the Materials and Tests Laboratories? + None + Basic + Intermediate + Thorough 03 Explain how you have knowledge of engineering theories, techniques, practices, and procedures relating to multiple material type testing administered by the Materials and Tests Laboratories? 04 Which of the following best describes your level of experience supervising the work of others including planning schedules, implementing goals, administering new policies, procedures and objectives? + None + Less than 1 Year + 1-2 Years + 2-3 Years + 3 or More Years 05 Explain how you have experience supervising the work of others including planning schedules, implementing goals, administering new policies, procedures and objectives? 06 Which of the following best describes your level of experience coordinating and communicating effectively with other team members to achieve a common goal? + None + Less than 1 Year + 1-2 Years + 2-3 Years + 3 or More Years 07 Explain how you have experience coordinating and communicating effectively with other team members to achieve a common goal. 08 Which of the following best describes your level of experience with Microsoft Office products, databases, and data analysis, including laboratory information systems or similar laboratory result entry systems? + None + Less than 1 Year + 1-2 Years + 2-3 Years + 3 or More Years 09 Explain how you have demonstrated your level of experience with Microsoft Office products, databases, and data analysis, including laboratory information systems or similar laboratory result entry systems. 10 Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge instrumentation used in an analytical laboratory for quantitative and qualitative analysis of engineered materials? + None + Basic + Intermediate + Thorough 11 Explain how you have knowledge of instrumentation used in an analytical laboratory for quantitative and qualitative analysis of engineered materials. 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