LAB OPERATIONS & QUALITY COORDINATOR - LAB SERVICES - Public Heatlh
Salary
$74,431.76 - $81,875.04 Annually
Location
Tarrant County, TX
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
10968
Department
Public Health
Opening Date
06/10/2026
Closing Date
7/10/2026 11:59 PM Central
Summary
Supervise and coordinate consumer and clinical laboratory staff activities and operations. Serve as quality manager and oversee laboratory testing, analysis, reporting and quality control/quality assurance procedures. Provide responsible staff assistance to assigned senior management personnel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinates the organization, staffing and operations activities for central and satellite laboratories.
Develops and ensures implementation and updates of the quality systems required by the various certifying regulatory agencies within the lab (e.g. CLIA, TCEQ/NELAC, DSHS, FDA).
Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for staff. Recommends and implements resulting policies and procedures.
Identifies opportunities for improving laboratory methods and procedures. Analyzes workload and establishes work schedules to provide optimum laboratory service and production.
Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports covering each phase of laboratory operations for compliance with federal and state regulations.
Performs laboratory analysis of water, food, milk and dairy products and clinical samples as appropriate. Reviews data from completed analyses and records and reports results accurately and in accordance with established procedures.
Coordinates the interactions of the central and satellite laboratories with other divisions and County departments to maximize customer satisfaction and minimize cost of service.
Prepares requests for proposals and bid invitations. Evaluates, recommends, and requisitions purchases of analytical equipment. Approves requisitioning of supplies and equipment for assigned sections.
Participates in selecting, training, motivating, and evaluating laboratory personnel. Provides or coordinates staff member training. Works with subordinate staff members to correct deficiencies.
Provides opportunities for all required staff training, competencies, proficiency testing, and continuing education. Ensures documentation is completed for each staff member.
Participates in the development and administration of assigned program budget. Forecasts funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies.
Provides staff assistance to senior management personnel. Participates on a variety of TCPH committees. Prepares and presents staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.
Testifies in court as necessary regarding the validity of laboratory results.
Responds as needed in the event of a bioterrorism event or any public health threat.
Performs all other related duties and responsibilities involved in the operation of TCPH as assigned or required.
This Coordinator position has primary oversight of the Tarrant County Public Health Clinical Laboratory Section, including general operations, testing, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance. Experience with microbiological, molecular, and immunological methods (manual and automated assays) is desired. The following certification is desirable: MT or MLT; ASCP-certified or equivalent. Previous CLIA regulatory experience and knowledge of good laboratory practices, quality control, and quality assurance is preferred.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in biological or clinical laboratory science with a minimum of thirty (30) hours in microbiology and biology. A Masters Degree in a biological science, public health, or clinical laboratory science is desirable. Five (5) years laboratory experience with a masters degree with two (2) years of supervisory experience or seven (7) years laboratory experience with a bachelors degree with two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Any of the following certifications are desirable: Certification by the DSHS Division of Regulatory Services for the analysis of milk and dairy products; certification by the TCEQ or NELAC for the analysis of drinking water; MT or MLT, ASCP certified or equivalent (i.e. NCA, ISCLT).
Must provide evidence of a Class "C" drivers license with proof of liability insurance.
Familiarity with procedures in microbiology, immunology, parasitology, molecular biology, virology, and chemistry is desirable as well as knowledge of good laboratory practices, quality control, and quality assurance.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work with peers in a team environment.
Must be familiar with NELAC, CLIA, OSHA, and/or HIPAA regulations.
Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements
While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, walk and bend. Incumbent must be able to lift up to forty (40) pounds. Work environment will include possible exposure to bioterrorism agents, select agents, infectious agents, blood, bodily fluids, corrosive chemicals, organic solvents, needles, open flames, and steam.
Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.
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Do you have a Bachelors degree or higher in a field of science with a minimum of thirty (30) hours in microbiology and biology + Seven (7) full-time years of work experience in a clinical laboratory?
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Do you have a Master's degree or higher in a field of science with a minimum of twenty (30) hours in microbiology and biology + Five (5) full-time years of work experience in a clinical laboratory?
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Do you have at least a Class "C" driver license with proof of liability insurance?
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Do you have any of the following certifications: MT or MLT, ASCP certified or equivalent (i.e. NCA, ISCLT)? If so, please provide details
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Please describe your work experience with clinical laboratory methods in bacteriology, virology, immunology, and general microbiology.
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Please describe your experience with CLIA regulatory compliance. Include whether you were a Technical Supervisor and in what specialties/subspecialties.
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Please list instrument platforms you have used.
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What approach do you take in communicating with people at work? What is your customer service philosophy, both internal and external?
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Why do you want this position in Tarrant County Public Health?
Required Question
Employer Tarrant County
Address 100 E. Weatherford Suite 301
Fort Worth, Texas, 76196-0105
Phone (817) 884-1188
Website http://www.tarrantcountytx.gov