DIRECTOR OF LABORATORY AND INDUSTRIAL WASTE OPERATION (SEWER MAINTENANCE) OPEN COMPETITIVE

DIRECTOR OF LABORATORY AND INDUSTRIAL WASTE OPERATION (SEWER MAINTENANCE) OPEN COMPETITIVE

Salary

$90,373.00 - $112,405.00 Annually

Location

Buffalo Sewer Authority- City Hall Room 1038, NY

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

POSTING

Department

BUFFALO SEWER AUTH

Opening Date

05/26/2026

Closing Date

6/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Fee

$0.00

• Description
• Benefits

RESIDENCE: Residence is a requirement for all positions. In the absence of clear and convincing evidence to the contrary, an applicant shall be deemed a non-resident if he/she cannot show ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City of Buffalo prior to filing application. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW.

FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.)

Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An incumbent to a position in this class is responsible for the conduct and management of a wastewater laboratory. The Director of Laboratory supervises and coordinates the work of a staff consisting of Chemists and Laboratory Assistants who are primarily engaged in the analyses of wastewaters and sewage process samples. Work includes the coordination of the laboratory and industrial waste sampling and analytical programs. Immediate supervision is received from the Treatment Plant Superintendent. Supervision is exercised over a staff of chemists, technical assistants and other personnel assigned.

Examples of work (Illustration Only)

• Directs and supervises all laboratory functions and personnel involving chemical and bacteriological analysis of daily plant samples, industrial wastes, chemical materials purchased on specifications and special studies;
• Supervises the collection, preparation, and calculation of analytical data;
• Determines and recommends programs to meet waste or treatment problems and conditions;
• Recommends process changes based on daily laboratory data;
• Conducts and/or directs investigations and special studies of wastes;
• Authorizes purchases for laboratory supplies and services;
• Conducts the laboratorys Safety Program through the Chemical Hygiene Plan;
• Reviews discharge permits;
• Reviews and evaluates all permit compliance inspections and monitoring reports;
• Reviews non-compliance and permit violation reports;
• Prepares detailed and complex reports on laboratory and plant operation data for government agencies;
• Prepares work assignments for personnel and evaluates employee performance;
• Monitors time and attendance of employees;
• Provides technical services and/or advises the Treatment Plant Superintendent regarding the laboratory;
• Prepares the annual budget;
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Promotional

Continuous and permanent status in the Buffalo Sewer Authority as an Associate Chemist for three years.

Open Competitive

A) Masters Degree from a college or university accredited by a regional, national or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education in Chemistry or Biology and five years of full time experience in analytical work in the field of chemistry or biology; three years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity;

Or,

B) Bachelors Degree from a college or university accredited by a regional, national or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education in Chemistry or Biology and seven years of full time experience in analytical work in the field of chemistry or biology; three years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity;

Or,

C) An equivalent combination as defined within the limits of A and B.

Special Requirement for both Promotional and Open Competitive

1.Possession of a current New York State Drivers License that must be presented at time of appointment and maintained during employment.

2.Applicants must obtain a Certificate issued by the New York State Department of Health as Laboratory Director of an Environmental Laboratory for the category of Non-Potable Water that must be presented within one year of appointment.

THE CITY OF BUFFALO IS AN EQUAL OPPORUNITY EMPLOYER

Additional Information

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of analytical chemistry as it relates to sewage and wastewater treatment;

Thorough knowledge of current laboratory procedures, techniques, and equipment used in the sampling and analysis of sewage and wastewater;

Good knowledge of identifying industrial wastes and reviewing results of chemical analyses;

Basic knowledge of the activated sludge treatment process and the effects of industrial wastes;

Administrative supervision;

Ability to organize and interpret data including basic statistical analyses;

Ability to plan work programs and supervise the work of a professional staff;

Ability to write clear, concise, accurate and detailed reports;

Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

The City of Buffalos benefit package is designed to give our employees and their love ones, comfort, safety, and stability they need in serving our community each and every day.

Our offerings include:

• Medical and vision, Dental, Life Insurance (basic) and (supplemental)
• New York State Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistance Program for employee/family members
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Liberal holidays & vacation
• Growth Opportunities and Steady earnings potential

Employer City of Buffalo