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Public Health Microbiologist

Recruitment #15-333100-01

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Introduction

The Napa- Solano Public Health Laboratory has significant responsibility in the diagnosis and control of communicable diseases in both counties and is a State approved outpatient laboratory with Federal CLIA  accreditation and ELAP certificates. The Public Health Laboratory Program emphasizes services to support epidemiologic investigations and programs to prevent and control infectious diseases and pollution of air, water, and food.

To learn more about the Public Health Laboratory, please visit:  http://www.co.solano.ca.us/depts/ph/phl/general_information/default.asp

The Position

The Public Health Microbiologist performs a variety of virology, serology, bacteriology, mycology, mycobacteriology, water testing and parasitology laboratory examinations to detect and identify disease and other agents.

This class is the full journey level of the Public Health Microbiologist series, characterized by the responsibility to work independently in the diagnostic/reference laboratory of the Public Health Department as well as outpatient laboratory or clinics.  This class is distinguished from the Senior Public Health Microbiologist in that the latter performs more complex laboratory testing and analysis and has responsibility for the development and/or revision of laboratory procedures and methods.

To review the full job description which includes examples of duties, please visit: hhttp://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15977

The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Experience: Two years of public health microbiologist experience that demonstrates the possession of and competency in requisite knowledge, skills and abilities.    

Education/Training: Bachelor's degree is required from an accredited college or university, preferably in biology or closely related field.

 

Special Requirements: Possession of a Public Health Microbiologist certificate issued by the California State Department of Health, Laboratory Field Services.

BENEFITS

Solano County offers a comprehensive benefit package to full and part-time employees which includes a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits offered through CalPERS. Health insurance is effective the first of the month following the date of hire. The County contributes 75% of the Kaiser family rate for the Bay area. Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.

Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement, and contributes to Social Security.

Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 78 full time pay periods (approximately 3 years). Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year. Additionally, the County observes 12 fixed, paid holidays per year. 

Employees in this class are also eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 20, 25, and 30 years.

To review complete benefits information, please visit: https://admin.solanocounty.com:4433/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16512

Wages, hours, benefits and other working conditions for employment are currently in negotiations.

Selection Process

Based on the information provided in the application documents and answers to the supplemental questions, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or practical exam, an oral interview, or any combination listed. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.    

RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.                                                                                                                                                     

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.  These provisions are subject to change.      

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process.

How to Apply

Please visit the County of Solano website, http://jobsatsolanocounty.com to apply. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g. copy of diploma, transcripts, certificate and/or DD-214) must be submitted with a document cover sheet, available on the County's employment website: http://www.jobaps.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the Human Resources’ office, and are due by the final filing date.  

Previously submitted application materials from prior recruitments will not be automatically applied for this recruitment.  You must re-submit all required documents for this recruitment.

Questions can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA.

Document Submittal Requirements

All candidates must submit a copy of the following by the final filing date:

  • Public Health Microbiologist certification issued by the California State Department of Health, Laboratory Field Services.

Candidates who fail to submit their certification by the final filing date will be disqualified from the recruitment, unless otherwise specified in the job announcement.  

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:  Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service.  The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the document deadlines above.  Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained. 

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person or by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA  94533, or by fax to (707) 784-3424 or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com.  When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (e.g., Public Health Microbiologist) and the recruitment number (e.g., 15-33100-01).  When submitting documents via email, include the recruitment title and number in the subject field. 

Selection Plan

10/29/2015 Final Filing Date - Deadline to submit application and certification
11/30/2015 Tentative week for Panel interviews

Veterans Preference Points

To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions.  A copy of the DD214, showing discharge type, must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date. Applicants who have a service connected disability must submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons.   

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general discharge under honorable conditions shall have five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans (rated at not less than 30% disability) shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

Americans With Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:  Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need special testing arrangements, must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://webstartadmin/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=6664.

This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment.  Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

Solano County

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Located 45 miles northeast of San Francisco and 45 miles southwest of Sacramento, Solano County is home to rolling hills, waterfronts and fertile farmland.

Solano offers a blend of agriculture, corporate business, cultural venues, festivals and events, and provides residents with many recreation and entertainment choices. The County is also home to Travis Air Force Base.

With its strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, responsible land use planning, and attractive quality of life, Solano County is a great place to live, learn, work and play.

County Population (January 2012): 413,786

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.  

SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER