Soil Testing Laboratory Manager

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Job Description The position serves as the senior manager of the Virginia Tech Soil Testing Laboratory, a complex, revenue generating operation that processes more than 50,000 soil samples annually and generates over $150,000 in service revenue. The role has primary responsibility for strategically directing laboratory operations that support Virginia Cooperative Extension, public clientele, agribusiness, and university research. The position oversees the delivery of scientifically defensible soil fertility analyses and fertilizer and lime recommendations that have statewide agricultural, environmental, and economic impact, as well as thousands of elemental analyses in support of externally funded research programs. The position exercises broad managerial authority over personnel, finances, compliance, and operational systems. Responsibilities include hiring, supervising, evaluating, and developing all salaried and hourly staff; administering multiple operating budgets, revenue and recharge accounts, and an instrument replacement fund; and ensuring compliance with University financial, safety, and regulatory requirements while serving as Laboratory Chemical Hygiene Officer. The pos...