SUPERVISING LABORATORY ASSISTANT I

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wildlife Health Laboratory Coordinator at the Department of Fish and Wildlife will provide clinical and technical oversight of core laboratory operations, the WHL facility, and animal holding pens. You will coordinate staff, databases, and equipment, while maintaining SOPs and safety protocols.

You will implement Laboratory Health & Safety monitoring, hazardous waste disposal, and the Radiation Safety program, ensuring compliance and high-quality results in a dynamic, field-relevant setting.

Qualifications

• Supervising Laboratory Assistant I is the specified class for this role.
• This vacancy requires oversight of core laboratory operations and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and technical oversight of core laboratory operations, the WHL facility, and animal holding pens.
• Coordinate Laboratory Health & Safety monitoring and hazardous waste disposal duties; maintain Radiation Safety program.
• Establish and maintain SOPs, processes, and protocols with senior staff.
• Oversee LAB information management systems and databases and manage equipment and fleet assets.
• Prepare and review technical documents and oversee multi-year feasibility study logistics.

Skills

Clinical oversight

Technical oversight

Laboratory operations

Safety procedures

Tools

Laboratory information management system

Databases

Autoclave

Microscopes

Radiation machine

Vehicles

Trailers

Job description

Job Posting:Wildlife Health Laboratory Coordinator

Department of Fish and Wildlife

JC-530901 -

JC-530901 - Wildlife Health Laboratory Coordinator SUPERVISING LABORATORY ASSISTANT I

$4,282.00 - $5,360.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/14/2026

Job Description and Duties

Interested in joining the Department of Fish and Wildlife's dedicated & diverse team at the Wildlife Health Laboratory (WHL)? We are seeking a highly skilled, strongly self-motivated individual to serve as the WHL Laboratory Coordinator. Learn more about this unique opportunity!

Under general direction of the Supervisor, the position will provide clinical and technical oversight of core laboratory operations, the WHL facility, and animal holding pens; including support staff, laboratory information management system(s), databases, equipment (e.g., autoclave, microscopes, radiation machine), and fleet assets (e.g., 4x4 vehicles, trailers). Establish and maintain standard operating procedures, processes, and protocols in coordination with senior staff. Coordinate and assign Laboratory Health & Safety monitoring and hazardous waste disposal duties (e.g., biological materials, chemicals, controlled substances); maintain Radiation Safety program. Prepare and review technical documents and/or oversee multi-year feasibility study logistics requiring higher level expertise specific to statewide laboratory operations. See Duty Statement for more information.

This is a full-time limited term position for 12 months; it may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

Link to Class Title Exam: Supervising Laboratory Assistant I/ Exam Bulletin

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program.

Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program:

Personal Leave Program - Human Resources - CalHR .

This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Employees are currently required to work in-person at least two (2) days per week. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs.

This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

During this 12-month Limited Term assignment, you will receive full health, dental, and vision benefits! You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Ability to supervise and direct the work of various laboratory support staff. Ability to use a computer keyboard in a sitting and/or standing position several hours a day. Will interact with regional and branch staff, and members of the public via e-mail, telephone, and in-person. Must attend occasional meetings. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. Possession of valid California driver license required. Ability to drive up to 8-hours. Must feel comfortable with potential close contact with imperiled and confined wild animals. Must be vaccinated against rabies virus with adequate current antibody titer or willing to receive pre-exposure vaccinations. Background check required for handling of controlled substances and/or firearms. The position may require the incumbent to wear a uniform identifying the employee as CDFW staff.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISING LABORATORY ASSISTANT I

SUPERVISING LABORATORY ASSISTANT I $4,282.00 - $5,360.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

- Possession of a valid drivers license.

- Provide proof of rabies virus vaccination with adequate current antibody titer or receive pre-exposure rabies vaccinations within 3 months of hire.

- Complete WHL Chemical Immobilization certification, and at least one live animal immobilization for WHL veterinarian sign-off, within 12 months of hire.

- Ability to work in potential close contact with imperiled and confined wild animals.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Demonstrated technical expertise in an animal health laboratory. Highly dedicated and strongly self-motivated. Excellent time management, organizational, written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated skill using various laboratory information management software.

Demonstrated ability to maintain composure during high-pressure situations. Values collaboration and others’ contributions in the workplace. Responds positively and proactively to challenges.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

EEO Contact:
Civil Rights Office
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California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.