Supervisory and technical work involving the operation of the pesticide, dairy products, meat inspection and animal health laboratory programs of the Department of Agriculture. Duties are performed under the general direction of the Plant Industry, Laboratory, and Standards Director.
Supervision is exercised over subordinate professional and technical staff.
Hires, trains, cross-utilizes and evaluates subordinate staff. Orders lab supplies and maintains adequate inventory. Prepares monthly lab schedules for lab staff and use by collectors. Coordinates required sampling and analysis with the Director of Animal and Dairy Industries Division. Instructs inspectors and collectors in correct sampling procedures.