Drug Testing Technician (Male) Direct Observation

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Drug Testing Technician – Opening for Male due to

the direct observation process.

FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part-Time

REPORTS TO: Associate Director (CIP)

CIVIL SERVICE STATUS: classified WORK HOURS: Monday-Friday and

Some Weekends Hours Varied

PAY: $13.00 an Hour

The role of the Drug Testing Technician is both challenging and exciting. To achieve the responsibilities
of the Drug Testing Technician you must possess and demonstrate:
 Ability to work independently and as part of a close team.
 Willingness to listen, learn, develop and grow.
 Ability to work with court personnel and offenders.
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.
 Set up lab and perform routine laboratory testing procedures using instant urine cup or mouth
swab testing instruments.
 Assist and educate clients about testing procedures.
 Ability to recognize, identify and respond to manipulative behavior effectively.
 Operate laboratory information system section of the court’s case management system to input test
results.
 Must be able to work extended hours when necessary.
 Maintain proper quality control procedures.
 Establish and maintain effective working relationship with clients, public and court staff.
 Maintain a safe and appropriate work area.
 Adhere to drug testing policies and procedures.
 Attend required meetings and trainings.
 Work as a team member with the laboratory department and all other areas of the court.
 Document work processes as required.
 Perform other duties as assigned.
 Knowledge of current medical terminology
 Maintain current CPR certification
WORKING CONDITIONS
 Vision demands include close, detailed vision when operating the computer, with the ability to
adjust focus for close work.
 Will have direct contact with felony and misdemeanor offenders.
 Requires frequent lifting and carrying items weighing up to 25 pounds unassisted.
 Requires the use of universal precautions due to exposure to communicable diseases, toxic
substances, blood, bodily fluids, tissue and other conditions common to a clinic environment.
 Sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods of time.
.SUPERVISION RECEIVED
 Department Head or Court Administrator.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
 Knowledge of court rules.
 Ability to act as the liaison between the courts, external agencies and other departments.
 Ability to learn and effectively perform all necessary administrative duties.
 Ability to interface pleasantly and professionally with public and staff.
 Must be detail oriented and possess strong organizational skills.
 Ability to contribute to group efforts, establish positive relationships with other employees,
seek/accept input and develop/implement problem solving solutions.
 Ability to complete work in an accurate, neat, timely and well-organized manner.
 Knowledge of and ability to use Word and Excel and job related software. Must possess
ability/willingness to be trained on other software packages.
 Must possess outstanding communications ability [oral and written].
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED
 None
QUALIFICATIONS
 Must be twenty-one [21] years of age at the time of appointment (any misdemeanor criminal
convictions will be reviewed on individual basis, no felony convictions).
 Must possess a valid driver’s license (driving infractions will be reviewed on individual basis).
 Must be detail oriented with demonstrated computer skills.
 Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. While an individual with a college degree may
be given additional consideration; prior experience will be strongly considered.
 Must demonstrate tact and professionalism in working with people.

Interested candidates should submit a Resume and Cover Letter, including a brief overview of
relevant work experience, and education by 4:30 p.m. on November 20, 2020 to: Mike Steele at
mike.steele@co.warren.oh.us .