Why it’s a Great Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Environmental Sampling professional to lead and develop our comprehensive sampling program. In this role, you will have the opportunity to support Metro’s environmental compliance and annual charge programs, as well as wastewater treatment operations. This position combines leadership, subject matter expertise, and real environmental impact within a complex technical environment.
You will be overseeing sampling both at our wastewater treatment plants and across our Denver Metro service area. Specifically, you will work to ensure that all sampling activities meet strict regulatory and scientific standards, while managing the sampling schedule and ensuring all sampling events get completed successfully within the required timeframes. You will be supervising Environmental Sampling Technicians and Specialists, assigning daily tasks, monitoring and adjusting staffing coverage as priorities evolve, ensuring staff are properly trained, and managing sampling assets and inventory. This role allows you to manage and expand the program, develop SOPs and supporting workflows, and help drive continuous improvement in a new and growing division.
Additionally, the position provides the opportunity to work across Metro’s various departments. You will be supporting internal stakeholders, participating in regulatory and technical groups, and contributing expertise that informs planning decisions.
Overall, it’s an opportunity to lead high-impact quality sampling work that ensures reliable environmental data, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence for Metro, while supporting our mission to protect the region’s health and environment.
Why It's a Great Department:
The Environmental Sampling Manager is situated within the Quality Assurance and Sampling Division of the Environmental Services Department. Our department has a terrific culture that is built on continuous improvement, accountability, collaboration and fun. We believe in fostering a work environment that encourages teamwork, problem solving, creativity, and personal growth. Our team members have the opportunity to work on meaningful assignments and contribute to making a difference across Metro. The Environmental Services Department also includes the Pretreatment, Laboratory Services, Regulatory Compliance, and Water Quality Divisions, making it a dynamic and diverse work environment.
How to be Successful in the Role:
You will thrive in this role if you:
- Have a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of environmental sampling
- Can take a detailed-oriented approach to daily tasks, with an emphasis on thorough documentation and effective communication
- Can interpret scientific methods and regulatory guidance to make sound technical decisions
- Engage confidently in discussions with agencies, stakeholders, and work groups
- Are comfortable making independent decisions that align with broader goals
- Work effectively across teams to meet the needs of various stakeholders
- Are comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while proactively managing deadlines and competing priorities
- Can provide clear direction and effective delegation to staff
- Enjoy mentoring and sharing your knowledge and experience
- Are safety-oriented
We value excellence, integrity, inclusion and collaboration, and we're looking for someone who shares these values.
Manages the Environmental Sampling Team (EST) staff and activities in support of Metro’s environmental compliance and Annual Charge programs. Supervises Environmental Sampling Technicians and Specialists. Reports to the Senior Data Quality and Sampling Manager (SDQSM).