Monitor - Male Applicants Only - Community Corrections & Supervision

Fort Bend County; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a Drug Testing Technician to support its county department in administering the drug testing program across multiple locations. You will schedule random tests, collect and prepare specimens, and document results in offender case files and reports.

The role includes calibrating breathalyzer units, managing supplies, and coordinating with labs and the financial analyst to ensure the program stays within budget.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates degree preferred.
• 2 years of related experience; 4 years preferred.
• Proficient in Word and Excel; ability to type.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Male applicants only.

Responsibilities

• Conducts drug testing program and schedules random tests across locations.
• Observes, collects and prepares specimens for labs and logs in database.
• Documents results in offender files and prepares reports.
• Calibrates breathalyzer units.
• Orders testing supplies and maintains inventory.
• Coordinates with financial analyst to stay within budget.
• Assists in collecting evidence of tampering with urine specimens.
• Trains officers on drugs and testing methods.
• Conducts civil drug testing and ensures court orders are followed.
• Participates in emergency management during disasters.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Public interaction

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates Degree

Tools

Word

Excel

CSS software

Job description

If you are a current Fort Bend County employee (excluding election workers):

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

• Conducts department’s drug testing program to include the scheduling of random drug testing program with various staff members (officers) at different locations and placing dates into computerized database.
• Observes, collects and prepares the various specimens (hair, urine, fingernails) to be sent to multiple labs. Logs specimens into a computerized database. Communicates with various labs regarding test results and troubleshooting issued related to test analysis.
• Documents the results of testing in offender’s case files and prepares reports that indicate the results of A/D tests; disseminate results to staff.
• Responsible for calibrating the department’s breathalyzer units.
• Orders drug testing supplies from various vendors and conduct an inventory of said supplies; ensures department’s main/satellite labs are properly stocked with necessary drug-testing supplies.
• Coordinates with the department’s financial analyst to ensure drug-testing program remains within budget.
• Assists law enforcement in the collection of evidence regarding the tampering/falsification of urine specimens in compliance with state law.
• Maintains a familiarity with various illegal drugs and prescription drugs and informs officers of potential usage trends; assists in training new officers on various drugs and testing methods and procedures.
• Conducts civil drug testing for the civil/family counts in Fort Bend County and ensures court orders are maintained and adhered to regarding the collection of specimens.
• Conducts department’s bar check program with local law enforcement agencies.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED. Associates Degree preferred.
• 2 years job related experience. Four years of job related experience preferred.
• Good computer skills that include Word and Excel applications; ability to type. Familiarity with department’s CSS software and documentation protocol preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have good interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
• Ability to complete assigned projects.
• Must be able to complete urine, hair, nail, and breathalyzer training within 6 months of employment.
• Male applicants only.

STARTING SALARY RANGE:

$18.49 - $23.12 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE:

Upon filling position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County’s Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.