Public Health Microbiologist I - Extra Help

San Bernardino County; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Deferred compensation plan

Job summary

San Bernardino County's Department of Public Health Laboratory is recruiting for a Public Health Microbiologist I Trainee. The role supports a CDPH mandated training program for up to six months, under close supervision, to develop required skills toward the fully qualified level.

Trainees participate in the County's deferred compensation plan and must pass a background check, physical exam, and drug screening. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Public Health Microbiologist Trainee certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
• Must be eligible to work in the United States with legal right to work.
• Selected candidates must pass a background check, physical exam and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Work under training conditions while participating in CDPH mandated training program.
• Develop experience to perform at the fully qualified working level.
• Adhere to safety and supervision requirements during laboratory work.

Education

Public Health Microbiologist Trainee certificate (CDPH)

Job description

The Department of Public Health is recruiting for a Public Health Microbiologist I. Incumbents in this class serve under training conditions while participating in a California Department of Public Health (CDPH) mandated training program of up to six months in the Public Health Laboratory. Laboratory work is performed under close supervision while developing the experience required to perform at the fully qualified working level. Incumbents in the Public Health Microbiologist I class are eligible to apply to the Public Health Microbiologist II classification upon successfully completing the CDPH training program and passing the California Public Health Microbiologist certification examination.

To learn more about the Public Health Microbiologist training program, visit: Public Health Microbiologist Training | CAPHLD.

This is an unclassified extra help position which does not attain regular status and shall be considered at will throughout the term of employment. This position will participate in the County's Deferred Compensation Plan and does not earn any other benefits.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Work Location: The San Bernardino County Public Health Laboratory is located in Ontario, CA. Candidates must indicate their availability in the supplemental questionnaire.
• Working Conditions: Incumbents are routinely exposed to dangerous chemicals and infectious materials.
• Pre-employment process: Incumbents selected for this position must pass a background check which includes verification of employment history and education as well as a physical exam and drug screening.
• Visa Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require Visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.
• Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.
• Certificate: Applicants must possess a valid Public Health Microbiologist Trainee certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
• NOTE: Applicants must provide their CA PMT Certificate number in the supplemental questionnaire to be considered for this recruitment.
• Laboratory work experience is highly desirable.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.