LABORATORY ASSISTANT, CORRECTIONAL FACILITY - MULE CREEK STATE PRISON

State of California; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Laboratory Assistant at a correctional facility, where you will play a vital role in supporting public safety and rehabilitation efforts. This position offers the opportunity to engage in essential laboratory procedures, ensuring accurate specimen collection and processing. With a focus on promoting an equitable workplace, you will contribute to a mission that empowers individuals to reintegrate into society as healthy and employable members. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about making a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in laboratory work or equivalent education.
• Completion of a formalized laboratory training program is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform standardized laboratory procedures under supervision.
• Collect and process laboratory specimens and materials.

Skills

Laboratory Procedures

Phlebotomy

Attention to Detail

Education

Eighth Grade Completion

Formal Laboratory Training

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Job Posting: LABORATORY ASSISTANT, CORRECTIONAL FACILITY - MULE CREEK STATE PRISON

California Correctional Health Care Services

JC-474563 - LABORATORY ASSISTANT, CORRECTIONAL FACILITY - MULE CREEK STATE PRISON

Final Filing Date: 4/30/2025

Job Description and Duties

Limited Term 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

This is the entry and first working level. Incumbents, under direct supervision, perform assigned, varied, standardized, and nontechnical laboratory procedures in collecting, processing, or preparing laboratory specimens, materials and supplies, and in operation of specialized laboratory equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Either I:
Six months of experience in laboratory work similar to that described in Definition of Levels above.

Or II:
Education: Equivalent to completion of the eighth grade.

Or III:
Satisfactory completion of a formalized laboratory work experience and training program of at least three months' duration, such as those conducted under Job Training Partnership Act, or similar work experience programs conducted by State agencies.

Working Conditions

Travel may be required.

Minimum Requirements

• LABORATORY ASSISTANT, CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

Classification: LABORATORY ASSISTANT, CORRECTIONAL FACILITY $3,284.00 - $4,413.00

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: In Office

Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Facility: Mule Creek State Prison

Department Information

Vision: We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment, and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

Mission: To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.

Final Filing Date: 4/30/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility.

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Resume is optional.
• License or Certificate: Possession of a current/valid license or certificate as Phlebotomist in California.

Desirable Qualifications

Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Possession of a valid State of California issued Phlebotomy certification as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or Certified Phlebotomy Technician II.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process.

Department Website: https://cchcs.ca.gov/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation.