LABORATORY ASSISTANT I-III

DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Friday, October 25, 2024, through 4:30 pm, Friday, November 8, 2024.

Salary Information:

Grade I - $1,660.16 - $2,265.76 Bi-Weekly

Grade II - $1,743.60 - $2,384.48 Bi-Weekly

Grade III - $1,924.56 - $2,627.44 Bi-Weekly

Vacancy Information: Current vacancy is with the Utilities Department. Future vacancies may occur in the Health & Human Services Department.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under immediate supervision assists laboratory personnel in performing physical and chemical tests; cleans and sterilizes laboratory work surfaces and supplies; operates and maintains laboratory equipment; maintains supply inventory; maintains field instruments' performance and daily calibration; cleans and prepares sample bottles with the appropriate preservatives and collects water samples from citywide sampling sites for water quality testing; performs selected and required field analyses; maintains chain of custody and sample integrity until relinquished to lab staff; enters field data into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS); assists in the preparation and updating of record keeping; data entry of routine reports; may receive training and/or perform standardized bacteriological, physical, and chemical tests for examination of water samples as permitted under law; complies with safety rules; and performs related duties as required.

This is not an inclusive list. A complete list of examples of duties is detailed in the Civil Service Commission approved LABORATORY ASSISTANT I-III class specification.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Candidates must meet the following requirements in option A or B:

Option A. Nine units of college-level laboratory science courses in basic biology, chemistry, microbiology or closely related field (proof required)*.

OR

Option B. One year of recent full-time equivalent paid experience working in a public health laboratory or comparable laboratory.

*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques, basic materials and equipment including those used in biology and chemistry labs;
• Ability to follow detailed procedures in a multi-tasking environment;
• Ability to prepare laboratory reagents, media, solutions, and assemble simple laboratory apparatus;
• Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment;
• Ability to interpret technical information and keep accurate records;
• Ability to work independently and as a team member;
• Ability to use a computer, including the knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office;
• Ability to perform field tests and color analyses.

Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and/or during health emergencies as needed.

A valid driver's license will be required at time of appointment.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Water Treatment Operator and/or Water Distribution Operator certificates issued by the State of California and/or a Water Quality Laboratory Analyst certification issued by the California Water Environment Association, or the American Water Works Association are desirable for some positions.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:

Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying

Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. The resulting eligible list remain in effect for at least one year. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

If you have not received notification of the status of your application within two weeks of filing your application, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

J.O.B. J28AN-25 LAssist:LS CSC 10/23/2024

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Closing Date/Time: 11/8/2024 4:30 PM Pacific

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