County of San Luis Obispo
Laboratory Technician I/II - Limited Term
County of San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, California, us, 93403
The County of San Luis Obispo, Public Health Department is actively recruiting for a Laboratory Technician I/II. This is a limited term position with an expected sunset date of June 2026.
Classes in this series perform a variety of standardized, well-defined technical procedures, involving biological, chemical, or related methods in preparing or processing laboratory specimens, materials, or supplies; performs moderately complex diagnostic analysis of specimens and substances under the supervision of a Microbiologist or Sheriff’s Forensic Laboratory Specialist; and operates specialized equipment and laboratory computer systems as required for reporting and invoicing. Positions within this classification are assigned to either the Public Health Laboratory or the Sheriff’s Forensic Laboratory. Specimens, materials, and supplies vary according to the assigned department.
This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.
Minimum Qualifications:A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate, AND;
Laboratory Technician I:Either A: One year experience in a laboratory or in a medically related field that included using medical or scientific terminology and computer programs;Or B: Completion of one year of schooling in an accredited college or university in microbiology, general chemistry, or forensic science including completion of lab coursework.
Laboratory Technician II:Two years of laboratory work experience.
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at
governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca.An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at
hr@co.slo.ca.us . Confidential inquiries are welcomed.For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at
www.slocounty.ca.gov .
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Classes in this series perform a variety of standardized, well-defined technical procedures, involving biological, chemical, or related methods in preparing or processing laboratory specimens, materials, or supplies; performs moderately complex diagnostic analysis of specimens and substances under the supervision of a Microbiologist or Sheriff’s Forensic Laboratory Specialist; and operates specialized equipment and laboratory computer systems as required for reporting and invoicing. Positions within this classification are assigned to either the Public Health Laboratory or the Sheriff’s Forensic Laboratory. Specimens, materials, and supplies vary according to the assigned department.
This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.
Minimum Qualifications:A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate, AND;
Laboratory Technician I:Either A: One year experience in a laboratory or in a medically related field that included using medical or scientific terminology and computer programs;Or B: Completion of one year of schooling in an accredited college or university in microbiology, general chemistry, or forensic science including completion of lab coursework.
Laboratory Technician II:Two years of laboratory work experience.
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at
governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca.An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at
hr@co.slo.ca.us . Confidential inquiries are welcomed.For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at
www.slocounty.ca.gov .
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