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Description:

Organization Overview

A2LA is a non-profit, public service membership organization offering compliance and accreditation services to organizations all over the world. A2LA is dedicated to formally recognizing testing, calibration and other laboratories and related organizations for their quality and technical competency with a variety of international standards (ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 15189, etc.), federal requirements (FDA, GLP, FCC, etc.), state (cannabis, etc.), and local requirements (water testing, etc.).

Whether it is the clean air that you breathe, the water you drink or the vehicle you drive, A2LA helps make the world a better, safer place by working to ensure that organizations are releasing products and services that are meeting testing and quality standards. Detailed information about our services can be found on our website at https://www.a2la.org/about.

Come Make the World Better with Us!

Position Summary (Duties)

A2LA is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the role of Accreditation Officer (AcO). This position is full-time (exempt) and will be based in Frederick, MD. An AcO oversees the day-to-day accreditation operations and ensures the quality and competency of assigned laboratories by monitoring the processes, procedures, and applicable standards in relation to the accreditation process.

The primary duties of this position may include:

Serving as the A2LA contact for up to 130 accredited laboratories and laboratories seeking accreditation.

Facilitate the accreditation process for various laboratories seeking and maintaining accreditation.

Review and audit information submitted, including deficiency reports, root cause analysis, and corrective action, ultimately making a recommendation to accredit or not to accredit based on information collected throughout the accreditation process.

Act as a subject matter expert for various ISO standards, A2LA requirements, government regulations, and other applicable policies and procedures.

Maintain currency of data and information for accredited laboratories, those seeking accreditation, and other relevant stakeholders.

Respond to technical inquiries via telephone and/or email.

Participate in the Annual A2LA Technical Forum and Annual Meeting.

Opportunities exist for travel to testing and/or calibration laboratories on the behalf of A2LA.

This position does not include hands-on technical work.

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Qualifications

A2LA may provide exceptions to educational requirements for veterans who demonstrate the ability to perform the duties listed in this job posting.

A successful candidate for these positions typically meets the following criteria:

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field of study (Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Life Science, Biology, Chemistry, etc.) preferred. Other degrees may be considered

Bilingual in English/Spanish required.

Laboratory experience preferred.

Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail.

Strong customer orientation.

Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and remain self-motivated with minimal direct supervision.

Strong ability to multitask and adapt to constantly changing priorities.

Basic computer proficiency (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and quality management systems (QMS) is preferred, but not required.

A2LA provides onsite training and a detailed mentoring program to ensure a candidate's success within our organization and in this position.

Benefits and Compensation

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience. In addition, A2LA offers a robust 403(b) retirement plan and benefits package including medical, dental, HSA, FSA (medical and dependent), life insurance, short- and long-term disability, employee assistance program (EAP), AFLAC, tuition reimbursement and other pre-taxed benefits, paid-time off, 9 paid government holidays, 2 floating holidays, training and development, career advancement opportunities and much more!

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

The physical demands and work environment described here reflect those of a person, in this position, will typically encounter.

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  Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit for long hours, use fingers for typing; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision for reviewing documents on the computer or in hardcopy state.
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  Work Environment: Work is typically performed in an office setting. Hours are flexible, but they should normally encompass at least the core hours of 9:00AM to 3:00PM, total at least forty (40) hours for each work week, and suit the needs of various training clients, where appropriate.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A2LA is an equal opportunity employer. A2LA does not discriminate in employment based upon race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other federally protected classification.

Military/Military Spouse Personnel are encouraged to apply.

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