Technician II

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　　Technician II

　　Salary

　　$41,808.00 - $45,984.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Denver, CO

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　FAA00353-11/16/23

　　Department

　　Department of Public Health & Environment

　　Division

　　Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response

　　Opening Date

　　01/18/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/1/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

　　FLSA

　　Determined by Position

　　Primary Physical Work Address

　　8100 E Lowry Blvd, Denver, CO 80230

　　FLSA Status

　　Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

　　Description

　　Benefits

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　　Department Information

　　This position requires Colorado Residency to apply

　　This is a Term Limited Position and funding is not guaranteed beyond July 31, 2026

　　The position is required to work a shift schedule

　　We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

　　Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

　　Be BOLD.....Make a REAL difference . . . and join us in serving our communities advancing Colorado's health and protecting the places we live, work, learn, and play, to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.

　　Our mission… is to advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play.

　　Our vision… is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.

　　In addition to free parking, access to RTD bus lines, Cherry Creek bike path and flexible working arrangements, click the link below to review additional benefits and perks!!! https://cdphe.colorado.gov/careers

　　This Posting may be used to fill multiple position

　　Description of Job

　　Work Unit Information:

　　The Disease Control and Public Health Response (DCPHR) Division is one of nine divisions within the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The division serves Coloradans by providing high-quality, cost-effective disease control, laboratory and public health preparedness and response services that promote healthy people in healthy places. Staff members focus on evidence-based best practices that protect the public from the spread of communicable diseases and the health impact of emergencies. A divisional priority is to modernize DCPHR’s data infrastructure to be prepared to respond to future public health emergencies. A key component of this response is laboratory testing. The demand for efficient, accurate and rapid laboratory results reporting requires instrumentation to be tightly integrated with laboratory data systems.

　　What you will be doing:

　　This position exists to receive diverse samples received by the laboratory for laboratory analysis consisting of environmental samples (soil, food, and water), human specimens (blood, urine, feces, cultures, respiratory) and animal carcasses. Duties include unpacking and sorting samples/specimens and test request documents, conducting inspections of materials for aberrations, entry of sensitive information into multiple Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS): e.g. SpecimenGate, Horizon etc, ordering tests and contacting customers to resolve discrepancies or gather any missing information for test orders.

　　Data and Document Management

　　Data entry for sample and specimen information. Data entry duties are required to meet keystroke speed and accuracy metrics.

　　Sample Receiving

　　Receives all incoming samples and specimens from customers and couriers, assists in distribution of sample collection kits, provides technical assistance for labeling of samples and containers. This position instructs customers on proper submission of samples and requisitions.

　　Customer Service and Financial Transactions

　　Responsible for receiving payment from customers in the form of a check or credit card. Payments must be processed accurately in the register and credit card machine when applicable.

　　Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

　　Residency Requirement:

　　This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Education and Experience:

　　Two (2) years of experience doing data entry, shipping and receiving, cash and/or credit card transactions, maintaining inventories, or cleaning, storing, and disposing of materials and waste products or processing laboratory specimens or samples.

　　This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

　　Substitutions:

　　Appropriate education in biology, chemistry, or closely related degree* will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

　　*A copy of your transcript must be submitted at the time of application (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.)

　　Conditions of Employment:

　　A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.

　　This is designated as a safety-sensitive position so a pre-employment drug test is required.

　　Crucial Status: Must be available in the event of an emergency, (e.g., bio-terrorist attack, chemical attack, disease outbreak or all hazards) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place.

　　Crucial Status: Must be available in the event of the activation of the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place.

　　Shift work is required

　　Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies:

　　The preferred experience, competencies and abilities are highly desirable for this position and will be considered in selecting the successful candidate:

　　Excellent customer service skills

　　Experience in a team lead role

　　Ability to maintain confidentiality

　　Knowledge of safety practices in handling a variety of materials.

　　Superior oral and written communication skills

　　Current experience working in a laboratory

　　Knowledge of laboratory procedures and processes.

　　Excellent attention to detail

　　Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

　　Ability to work in a structured environment to include assigned break/lunch times

　　Excellent interpersonal skills

　　Experience with Horizon database

　　An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

　　As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

　　Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written

　　material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at [email protected] within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department’s action.

　　For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .

　　Supplemental Information

　　A complete application packet must include:

　　A completed State of Colorado application.

　　If using education to qualify, a copy of your college/university transcripts. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.

　　If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.

　　The Selection Process:

　　All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.

　　Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

　　Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.

　　A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.

　　E-Verify: CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify (http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify) , including your rights and responsibilities.

　　You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.

　　ADAAA Accommodations :

　　The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Dan McKenna, at [email protected] or call 303-692-2060, option 5.