Provides operational and technical supervision to the Drug Testing Lab section at TVMDL to detect drugs and residues in animal tissues and excretions/secretions, as well as in contraband products and environmental samples. Uses independent judgment and discretion to address routine administrative matters. Provides select staff recruitment, selection, evaluation, and development. Confirms accuracy of results. Interprets and communicates test results with clientele. Provides written reports and statistical data on laboratory findings. Ensures maintenance of equipment in the Drug Testing Lab. Advises supervisor regarding capabilities of testing procedures. Responsible for quality assurance and safety programs in the drug testing laboratory. Serves as an advocate for agency quality assurance and safety policies and procedures at TVMDL and ensures compliance of the Drug Testing Lab. Writes, reviews, and approves SOPs. Ensures quality control monitoring of laboratory processes and equipment. Analyzes (or supervises) and records results for relevant proficiency samples. Attends and participates in Quality Assurance and Safety Committee meetings, serving as a representative of the Drug Testing Lab. Communicates relevant meeting proceedings with all section staff after each meeting. Represents TVMDL and the Drug Testing Lab at assigned meetings and conferences. Initiates developmental work to improve existing drug detection methods or develop, implement, and validate new methods or technologies. Advises supervisory chain on new tools that will advance drug testing. Interfaces with TVMDL clientele and industry partners to determine drug testing needs and deliver expertise in drug testing services. Interacts with inter-agency co-workers and extra-agency peers to complete assigned projects and tasks. Prepares and oversees preparation of legal documents for administrative and judicial hearings regarding the finding of illegal drugs.