We at the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) take our responsibilities to you very seriously and are committed to protecting and promoting Georgia's agriculture through superior service and leadership.

·        The mission of the GDA is to protect consumers, promote agriculture locally and globally, and assist our customers using education, technology, and a professional workforce.

·        The vision of the GDA is to continue to be a globally recognized leader in agricultural excellence through a commitment to safety, quality, growth, and innovation.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Metrology laboratory is located in Tifton, Georgia, and is a part of the Georgia Department of Agriculture’s Laboratory Division.

The Metrology laboratory is responsible for the testing and calibration of weight kits, large-scale weights, weight carts, and volume provers for the State of Georgia and external companies. 

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will manage testing and calibration activities on a variety of materials to determine compliance with legal standards.

Develops analytical procedures or standards for compliance with established regulations.

Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.  

·        Manages the overall day-to-day operation of the Metrology Laboratory

·        Oversee all testing and calibration procedures

·        Oversee the scheduling of customers for calibration activities

·        Enforces and maintains laboratory safety policy

·        Responsible for achieving and maintaining NIST accreditation

·        Maintains NIST certifications in mass and volume metrology

·        Maintains authorizations to sign calibration certificates

·        Interview, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges laboratory employees

·        Maintains knowledge and skill in the latest methodology, techniques, proficiency testing, and instrumentation for the Metrology laboratory

·        Supervises and coordinates all laboratory maintenance

·        Directs subordinate staff

·        Performs laboratory maintenance.

·        Performs routine and non-routine analysis.

·        Performs laboratory administrative duties.

Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands:

·        Standing for long periods

·        Intermittent periods of walking

·        Must be able to lift 50lb. boxes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university AND minimum of three years’ experience at a lower-level Chemical/Material Analyst or position equivalent

·        Communicate effectively with staff

·        Has current NIST certifications in mass and volume metrology

·        Current signatory under NIST for metrology calibration certificates

·        Successful performance on Metrology round-robin check samples

·        Experience with precision analytical instruments, maintenance, and troubleshooting 

·        Working knowledge of NIST and ISO 17025 standards

Please Note: Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to phone inquiries regarding application status. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.

NOTE:

1.      The Georgia Department of Agriculture conducts background checks on all final candidates.

2.      The hiring of applicants is contingent upon satisfactory employment verification results, background, criminal records investigations, and motor vehicle reports.

HOW TO APPLY:  Resumes may be submitted by adding to your profile in Team Georgia Careers.

·        Via Team Georgia Careers http://team.georgia.gov/careers/

The GDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

1.      All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

2.      All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview.

3.      Due to this office's large volume of submissions, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided. 

4.      Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the interview process. 

5.      Applicants who are not selected will not receive a notification.

Please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 656-3615 if you need accommodation.

** The position will be closed once a suitable candidate is identified *