Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The City of Austin is committed to providing safe and reliable water services, and they are seeking a Quality Assurance Assistant to assist in planning and directing QA/QC programs. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting audits, and providing technical training for laboratory staff.

Responsibilities

• Reviews Quality Assurance/Quality Control programs
• Assists in administering Quality Assurance/Quality Control Programs
• Researches, develops, implements, and maintains QA/QC and standard operating procedures
• Reviews and approves work of other analysts
• Provides technical expertise on an ongoing basis
• Assists in developing and managing quality control initiatives
• Conducts audits
• Reviews and interprets policies, codes and regulations
• Assists in developing and maintaining program policy documentation
• Develops and conducts technical training for Division staff and other laboratory customers
• Provides guidance and recommendations in budget development
• Reviews and recommends specifications for technical instrumentation and contracts
• Assists in evaluating bid proposals and managing contracts
• Assumes QA officer responsibilities in their absence
• Performs internal audits; perform quality assessments of data produced without outside influence and document corrective actions

Skills

• Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Chemical, Environmental, or Biological Sciences, with 24 hours of coursework being in Chemistry only or 16 hours of Chemistry, plus 16 hours of Biology/Microbiology combination with a minimum of one (1) hour of each
• Four (4) years of experience in a field related to drinking water or environmental water quality analyses with experience in the use of computerized analytical instrumentation
• A Master's or doctoral degree in one of the above disciplines may be substituted for one (1) year of experience
• Knowledge of Bacteriological, Inorganic and Organic Chemistry methods for which data is performed
• Knowledge of the NELAC standard
• Knowledge of water and wastewater analytical methods
• Ability to work independently and have analytical problems skills
• Ability to produce SOP documents
• Ability to review data and QC parameters accurately
• Ability to keep track of training documentation
• Ability to compile and submit reports
• Ability to interact well with diverse workforce
• Valid Texas Class 'C' Driver's License
• Experience reviewing technical documents and data for accuracy and QC compliance
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Experience working in a water or wastewater laboratory, preferably with TNI accreditation
• Experience writing and reviewing technical SOP's
• Experience with the assessment process of a TNI accredited laboratory
• Experience using Qualtrax or an equivalent quality assurance software
• Experience with Horizon or an equivalent LIMS system
• Ability to travel to more than one work location

Benefits

• Medical
• Paid leave time
• A great retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Career progression plan, which provides a unique opportunity to promote without having to go through the competitive process
• On-the-job training to develop new skills and abilities and obtain the appropriate license
• Career Progression, which allows them to demonstrate knowledge and skills without having to interview for the promotion
• Generous leave
• Work-life balance programs
• Extensive benefits
• City of Austin Employees' Retirement System
• Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure
• Wellness programs
• On-site fitness centers
• Mental health support
• Professional development and leadership opportunities

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