Laboratory Supervisor-Wastewater Management

Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA)  

Laboratory Supervisor - Wastewater Management  

Seeking a skilled and motivated Laboratory Supervisor to foster a culture of excellence and lead our Wastewater Management Laboratory programs and team.  OWASA is a leader in the utility industry; our Wastewater Treatment Plant is a Grade IV facility with a reclaimed water distribution system.  

Key Responsibilities include:  

Ensuring all laboratory procedures and programs are compliant with all laws, policies, and regulations. 

Performing and overseeing analytical testing; maintaining an inventory of supplies and determining proper equipment to purchase.  

Supervising, developing, and coaching a staff of two employees and one summer intern; ensuring performance expectations are met.  

Communicating with customers, the public, and vendors.  

Creating and updating documents such as: Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Control/Quality Assurance manuals, Chemical Hygiene Plans, Safety Data Sheets, Chain of Custody forms, Discharge Monitoring Report and monthly reports. 

Successful candidates should have: 

At least four years’ experience in wastewater laboratory and one year performing in a supervisory role; bachelor’s degree in related field of study such as physical science or environmental studies or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Experience analyzing inorganic and bacteriological wastewater parameters using certified wastewater methods (ex: cBOD, TSS, Fecal Coliform, etc.). 

Exceptional communication and leadership skills.  

Service-oriented attitude, professionalism, and a passion to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment are necessary. 

Ability to obtain and maintain a driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina.  

Ability to meet and maintain requirements for a safety sensitive position; physical requirements include the ability to frequently exert 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds. ​   

Team members are our most important resource. Pay and Benefits include:  

Salary Range is $79,883 - $119,721 

Membership in the NC Local Government Employee Retirement System 

5% Employer 457 Deferred Compensation contribution; Retirement Health Savings account  

Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Dependent Life, Long-term Disability   

Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement and Parental Leave 

12 Paid Holidays   

Educational Reimbursement: Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education    

Cell Phone Stipend  

Ability to transfer unused sick leave from preceding NC Local Government or State agency employer  

Much, much more! 

OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diverse experiences. We provide competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment. Visit www.owasa.org to apply for this excellent opportunity. This recruitment will close June 12, 2026.