Monitor - Male Applicants Only - Community Corrections & Supervision

Fort Bend County; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a Drug Testing Coordinator to supervise the department's drug testing program, schedule random tests, collect specimens, and document results.

You will calibrate breathalyzer units, order supplies, track inventory, and coordinate with the financial analyst to keep the program within budget, while assisting law enforcement and civil testing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; associate degree preferred.
• 2 years job-related experience; four years preferred.
• Good computer skills including Word and Excel; ability to type.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must complete urine, hair, nail, and breathalyzer training within 6 months.
• Male applicants only.

Responsibilities

• Schedules random drug tests for staff at various locations and logs results in a computerized database.
• Collects and prepares specimens (hair, urine, fingernails) for lab analysis and communicates with labs.
• Documents testing results in offender case files and prepares reports.
• Calibrates department breathalyzer units and maintains testing equipment.
• Orders drug testing supplies and inventories main/satellite labs.
• Coordinates with the financial analyst to keep the program within budget.
• Assists law enforcement with evidence collection and threat checks for tampering.
• Maintains familiarity with drugs and testing trends; trains new officers.
• Conducts civil drug testing for family counts and complies with court orders.
• Performs department bar check program with local law enforcement.
• Participates in emergency management duties during local disasters.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree preferred

Tools

CSS software

Job description

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 issues 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.

Fort Bend is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized not only on the creed of real estate: location, location, location, but also on the "quality of life" that is so sought after by families looking for the right place to call "home". Fort Bend County is looking for motivated people that love coming to work, dare to do their best, want to work with like-minded people, and help change the community.