The Roanoke Rapids Sanitary District is now accepting applications for the following position:
Laboratory Supervisor / Pretreatment Coordinator
Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Roanoke Rapids Sanitary District is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor and Pretreatment Coordinator to perform technical scientific and supervisory work in managing a State certified laboratory through chemical and bacteriological analyses and in implementation and enforcement of regulations pertaining to the quality of domestic, commercial, and industrial wastewater discharges. Work is performed in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, to ensure compliance needs. This position performs complex technical level examinations of samples to monitor the effectiveness of the processes of the treatment plant and ensure quality of operation standards are obtained and maintained. Supervises laboratory personnel. Work will be done under the general supervision of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC).
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in chemistry, environmental science, biological sciences or related field and six months laboratory experience in analytical chemistry or two-year associate degree from an accredited college, university or technical institute in the science field with two years managing a certified laboratory
Comprehensive knowledge of modern laboratory techniques, materials, and equipment, including those used in standard chemical and biochemical analysis
Broad knowledge of the principles of organic and inorganic chemistry
Ability to manage multiple industrial facility wastewater operations via permitting, sampling, monitoring, inspections, compliance and enforcement
Applicant must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a Grade IV Biological wastewater operator certification and/or Grade II Wastewater Laboratory Analyst Certification
Ability to effectively communicate with customers, industries, supervisors, and co-workers tactfully and courteously
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Driver’s License valid in the State of NC
The Sanitary District provides an excellent benefit package including membership in the NC Local Government Employees’ Retirement System, a 5% 401(k) employer match, annual longevity, paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, wellness program, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave and much more.
Full Salary Range: $29.27 - $44.64 Hourly
Placement within this range will depend upon the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
To apply: Please complete the RRSD Employment Application online at https://rrsd.org/employment-opportunities and email a letter of interest along with a resume to Thomas Wrenn, CEO at
Application Deadline: Friday, June 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
All applicants must submit to a background check, drug screen, and physical exam as a part of the pre-employment screening process.
The Roanoke Rapids Sanitary District is an equal opportunity employer.
RRSD is a drug free workplace.