Public Health Microbiologist I (Extra - Help)

The Department of Public Health is recruiting for an Public Health Microbiologist I. Incumbents in this class serve under training conditions while participating in a state 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.

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

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

This position is an extra-help, unclassified position and shall be considered at will and probationary throughout the term of their employment.  

Work Location: The San Bernardino County Public Health Laboratory is located in Ontario, CA. Candidates must indicate their availability in the supplemental questionnaire.

Work Schedule: This position will typically work 29 hours per week for approximately six (6) months and is preparatory for the California Public Health Microbiologist certification exam. Positions in DPH are designated Disaster Service Workers and may be scheduled to work after-hours, weekends, and holidays to cover emergency response.

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.

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.

Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 pm, October 18, 2024. Applicants  who have met qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring department for the interview selection.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline.

Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

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

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