a.Daily operation and administration of the inter-department Environmental Data Management System (EDMS), comprised of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Integration Manager (IM) for instrumentation interfaces
b.Serving as the primary contact, the technical expert, and the liaison to the IT Department as LIMS Administrator
c.Ensuring continuous system functionality, system security, traceability and data integrity; EDMS systems support critical data management and regulatory reporting functions of the Water Quality and Operations Department to ensure permit compliance. Ensure systems are properly interfaced with other HRSD, DEQ, and vendor information management systems and software
d.Working with laboratory management to maintain Virginia Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (VELAP) compliance for data management systems, traceability and ensuring all work is performed in alignment with HRSD information technology long-term strategies
e.Maintaining system security integrity including user accounts and hierarchy of functions/roles; development of security plans and disaster recovery procedures; and maintaining LIMS asset management to ensure software licensing compliance
f.Ensuring uninterrupted and accurate transfer of data from and within EDMS systems; electronic data files meet user specifications and can be imported into other data information management systems or software; and proper data archiving and data migration from legacy systems
g.Developing, troubleshooting, configuring and modifying Plant Operational Reports and electronic Discharge Monitoring Reports (eDMRs); working with Environmental Scientist to ensure accuracy of information on eDMRs; and developing management and data reports from system to meet regulatory and customer requirements
h.Supervising and overseeing work of the Data Management Section including Laboratory EDMS Analyst and Laboratory Data Technician regarding implementation, operation and support of LIMS and IM; ensuring customer needs and requirements are met regarding LIMS and IM functionalities and other issues
i.Working with system users to ensure efficient workflows and troubleshooting and providing solutions to operational problems
j.Developing system documentation and instructional/ procedural manuals and providing training to HRSD staff in relation to use of LIMS
k.Providing support for future expansion of Water Quality, Operations and other Departments data management and connectivity needs
l.Developing and maintaining productive internal and external working relationships
a.Education
1.Required
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or related discipline or a combination of education and/or certifications that provide necessary technical competencies to perform in this position.
2.Desired
Knowledge of Wastewater Treatment Processes
b.Experience
1.Required
Five years systems administration experience in an environmental laboratory or wastewater agency with a working knowledge of automated data management, reporting, system testing and validation, problem solving, report writing, legacy system data migration, and system interfacing and integration.
2.Desired
Five years as a LIMS administrator for a wastewater laboratory.
Five years developing customized operational reports and eDMR reports from LIMS
c.Training Levels
Personnel in this category are fully qualified at Grade 8 with a Bachelor’s degree is Computer Science or related discipline or a combination of education, and/or certifications that provide the necessary technical competencies to perform this position and five years of experience as stated above. While a fully qualified selection is desired, the following training levels are established for personnel who are not fully qualified:
Grade 8a – Bachelor’s degree is Computer Science or related discipline or a combination of education, and/or certifications that provide the necessary technical competencies to perform this position and four years of experience as stated above.
Grade 8b – Bachelor’s degree is Computer Science or related discipline or a combination of education, and/or certifications that provide the necessary technical competencies to perform this position and three years of experience as stated above.
Grade 8c - Bachelor’s degree is Computer Science or related discipline or a combination of education, and/or certifications that provide the necessary technical competencies to perform this position and two years of experience as stated above.
Grade 8d - Bachelor’s degree is Computer Science or related discipline or a combination of education, and/or certifications that provide the necessary technical competencies to perform this position and one year of experience as stated above.
An advanced degree in an appropriate discipline will be evaluated for additional experience and further advancement in training levels.
d.Job-specific Technical Competencies
1.Required
a)Broad functional knowledge of LIMS, IM , , Enterprise Data Systems (EDS) and related computer and peripheral hardware and software
b)Ability to Administer and configure information management systems (LIMS, IM) and device interfaces
c)Knowledge of Oracle Databases and operating system software
d)Knowledge of programming such as Visual Basic,.net, C#, SQL or VGL
e)Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including Advanced Excel
f)Ability to use a variety of profession-specific programs software at an intermediate level of proficiency; ability to implement new software and data management systems
g)Working knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to wastewater treatment, field and analytical procedures, regulatory reporting, and laboratory accreditation
h)Working knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, terminology and data interpretation
i)Basic understanding of chemistry and acronyms
j)Research solutions, employ critical thinking, and use judgment in troubleshooting and developing new practices and workflows
k)General understanding of budget and bookkeeping processes and billing, invoicing and procurement procedures
l)Ability to multitask w/strong attention to detail; manage/coordinate multiple projects and assignments; prioritize and assign work; and establish deadlines for delivery of results
m)Knowledge of data analysis routines including graphical and statistical representation of data
n)Understanding of Human Resources policies and procedures
o)Able to develop highly effective working relationships with all HRSD employees and customers
p)Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
q)Knowledge of various sampling and analytical methods, chain of custody and data management procedures and issues
e. Special Licenses
Required
a)Valid driver’s license from state of residence
b)Completion of vendor training courses will be required upon appoinment to this position
f.
g. Water Quality Expectations
HRSD is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. HRSD does not discriminate against individuals in employment on the basis of race, sex, including sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, engaging in protected activity or any additional protected characteristics recognized by federal, state and local law.
HRSD is a Drug Free Workplace.
External applicants should apply online using the iRecruitment site.
HRSD employees must apply by logging in to the ERP and using their Employee Self-Service responsibility.
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