Chemistry Lab Manager

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Chemistry Lab Manager Role Title Trainer Instructor I Role Code 29111 FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band Position Number 28200018 Agency Piedmont Virginia Community College Division Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Albemarle - 003 Hiring Range $53,000 - $60,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 2-Professionals Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

Flexibility to work 40 hours weekly to include day, evening, and weekend, or teleworking according to the needs of the programs. This is a full-time (non-exempt) position providing services in-person for students at college and community locations.

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Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a nonresidential two-year institution of higher education that serves Central Virginia - principally residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson. Our scenic campus is located in Albemarle County, Virginia. We are one of 23 community colleges in Virginia that comprise the Virginia Community College System (VCCS).

Piedmont Virginia Community College invites applications for the position of Chemistry Lab Manager. This full-time 12-month classified staff position reports to the Dean of Health and Life Sciences.

SUMMARY:

Ensure quality lab experiences for students through lab instruction and student evaluation; preparation of instructional materials for labs, coordination of lab instruction; acting as a resource for adjunct lab instructors, maintenance, preparation and ordering of lab supplies and equipment, lab equipment maintenance, lab safety including MSDS materials and maintenance of chemical inventory and timely disposal.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prep and clean up for all Chemistry labs
• Maintain inventory and purchase lab supplies for all Chemistry labs, managing lab budget for these areas.
• Act as a resource and support person for adjunct and full-time chemistry faculty.
• Maintain chemistry lab equipment
• Member of the college safety committee and lab safety committee. Annual review of chemical hygiene plan and lab safety manual for chemistry labs with the Chemical Hygiene Officer.
• Collaborate with other lab managers (biology/health) to maintain the division budget and have it available and up to date for the dean and program heads.
• Managing chemical and biological waste.
• Provide safety guidance to SCI 299 Capstone students working in the chemistry lab.

Piedmont Community College offers a robust benefits package, including:

• State of Virginia employee benefits
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuous learning programs
• Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of how to use all chemistry lab equipment.
• Knowledge of OSHA lab protective equipment use and EPA waste disposal requirements or willingness to learn them.
• Understands the importance of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
• Proven ability to work as a team member, appropriately exhibiting a positive attitude and sense of humor.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the comprehensive mission of community colleges.

Additional Considerations

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a closely related field.
• Additional education in chemistry, education, or a specific discipline.
• Community college teaching experience.
• Familiarity with the use of instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Experience developing online courses in a college setting.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

minimal

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number CLS_4438P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 05/06/2026 Job Close Date 05/25/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website pvcc.edu Contact Name Human Resources Email humanresources@pvcc.edu Phone Number 4349616567 Special Instructions to Applicants

Application Package must include-

• Online Application
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Names, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references

In order to better serve our customers, PVCC will only accept online applications. PVCC will not accept hand-delivered applications or applications submitted by mail, email, or fax. Cover letters, resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts must be attached electronically to the online application. Unofficial copies of transcripts will suffice for initial review. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation service.

References & criminal background checks required.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

Piedmont Virginia Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, disability, veteran status, sex, age or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Associate Vice President of Human Resources, 501 College Dr., Main Building, Room M132, Charlottesville, VA 22902; 434.961.6567.

We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/95811

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Alternative Hiring Process Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Unofficial Transcript 2
• Unofficial Transcript 3