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Denver, CO | United States
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Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response - Microbiology Program (Microbiology Unit) This position requires Colorado Residency to apply The position is required to work a shift schedule We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
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This Posting may be used to fill multiple position Description Of Job The
Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response (DCPHR) exists to ensure that the Department has the ability to effectively monitor, detect, diagnose, prepare for, and nimbly respond to, all types of conditions and events that impact the public’s health. The division includes the Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response; State Public Health Laboratory; Health Equity Branch, Communicable Disease Branch; Immunization Branch; Public Health Informatics, Reporting, Technology Branch; Refugee Branch; and Operations Branch. The Division exists to ensure that the Department has the ability to effectively prepare for, monitor, detect, diagnose, investigate, and nimbly respond to all types of conditions, events and disasters that impact the public’s health.
The Unit The Microbiology program exists to provide accurate scientific data and test results in regard to detection, identification, and typing of microorganisms of public health importance in clinical, animal, and environmental specimens using current microbiological and molecular methods. This program exists to ensure accurate and timely test results for support of patient diagnosis and environmental outbreaks, epidemiological investigations of communicable disease outbreaks, and rapid response to bioterrorism events; to provide the public with advice and consultation and; to provide reference, teaching, and consultation services for infectious diseases.
What You Will Be Doing This position works within the Microbiology program and conducts complex testing and analyses of specimens for the diagnosis of infectious diseases in accordance with existing methodologies.
Analytical Testing - Perform analytical testing techniques to identify pathogenic micro- organisms in clinical and surveillance specimens.
- Communication with submitters and/or CDPHE partners in order to resolve specimen inquiries or questions and facilitate specimen testing.
- Successful performance of high- complexity analytical testing, ensuring that all quality requirements and parameters are met in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Thorough and complete documentation of all testing activity according to established methods and protocols
General Laboratory Duties - Independently performs laboratory duties to support general laboratory operations within the Microbiology Department.
- Equipment and environmental monitoring and general lab cleaning and decontamination, as well as completion of instrument calibration and decontamination logs.
- Responsible for restocking departmental and work unit areas to facilitate efficient activities.
- Participation in monthly environmental monitoring to evaluate contamination risk within the work spaces.
Instrumentation - Operates, calibrates, and performs maintenance of applicable instrumentation.
- Operates a variety of analytical and non-analytical equipment to perform required testing duties and maintenance activities.
- Performs instrument troubleshooting with help from senior staff, supervisor, or work lead, as needed
- Identify and document instrument performance measures and errors.
Residency Requirement Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description: (New) C8D2XX LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY II
Minimum Qualifications Option 1 Five (5) years of full time professional experience* in a laboratory setting conducting high-complexity testing and performing diagnostic, research or regulated microbiological testing (e.g., CLIA, FDA, ISO).
OR Option 2 Bachelor's degree** from an accredited institution in science, biological science (e.g., microbiology, food microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry) or closely related degree
AND One (1) year of professional experience*in a laboratory setting conducting high-complexity testing and performing diagnostic, research or regulated microbiological testing (e.g., CLIA, FDA, ISO).
OR Option 3 An advanced degree* f rom an accredited institution in science, biological science (e.g., microbiology, food microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry) or closely related degree
- This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
- A copy of your transcripts must be submitted at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Late transcripts will not be accepted.
Relevant years of State service contribute to a candidate's position-related knowledge, skill, ability, behavior or other posted competency should be considered as a preferred qualification and given weight under the process.
- Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent
- Knowledge of microbiology and molecular biology concepts, principles, and theories and their practical applications
- Experience performing the diagnosis and screening of infectious diseases
- Knowledge of and use of laboratory equipment such thermocyclers, autoclaves, and automated sample preparation equipment
- Experience or training using instruments for microbe identification via mass spectrometry.
- Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and instrumentation
- Equipment maintenance skills (performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed)
- Operation monitoring skills (watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly)
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing with a wide range of customers
- Knowledge of generally accepted laboratory QA/QC procedures
- Knowledge of spreadsheet, database and word processing applications
- Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Excellent planning and organizing skills
- Excellent analytical skills
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Must Be Willing To - Pre-employment background check
- Shift Work Required
- Travel to conferences
- Position is located onsite
- Be available in the event of an emergency, (e.g., bio-terrorist attack, chemical attack, disease outbreak or all hazards) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place.
- Be available in the event of the activation of the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place.
Appeal Rights: An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at
[email protected] within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .
Supplemental Information A Complete Application Packet Must Include - A completed State of Colorado application.
- A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.
- If using education to qualify, a copy of your college/university transcripts. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
- If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
The Selection Process - All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
- Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
- Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
- A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
E-Verify: CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify , including your rights and responsibilities.
You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
ADAAA Accommodations The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Dan McKenna, at
[email protected] or call 303-692-2060, option 5.
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