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PUBLIC HEALTH MICROBIOLOGY SUPERVISOR II

Salary

$108,460.32 - $146,154.72 Annually

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

PH5004B

Department

PUBLIC HEALTH

Opening Date

05/08/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

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Position/Program Information

EXAM NUMBER:

PH5004B

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

Open Competitive Job Opportunity

FIRST DAY OF FILING:

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT)

This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.

No out-of-class experience will be accepted.

DEFINITION:

Directs through subordinate supervising microbiologists the technical and administrative activities of several public health laboratory units.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:

Positions allocable to this class work under the general supervision of the Director and Assistant Director of the Bureau of Public Health Laboratories. Incumbents direct the activities of a single division of the Bureau of Public Health Laboratories comprised of several laboratory units, each headed by a Public Health Microbiology Supervisor I, and ancillary functions. Public Health Microbiology Supervisors II are responsible for analyzing and evaluating the operational needs and effectiveness of the units under their direction, redistributing personnel as necessary to meet fluctuating work load requirements, and counseling first-line supervisors in planning and organizing the work of their individual laboratories, in training their personnel, and in establishing and maintaining quality standards of performance, uniformity of procedures, development of improved procedures, the standardized reporting of results, and similar matters.

Essential Job Functions

+ Directs the work of several Public Health Microbiology Supervisors I, assesses the workload in their respective laboratory units, and determines the most equitable distribution of professional and ancillary personnel necessary to meet current demands.

+ Establishes and maintains within the laboratory units directed an effective program for the training and development of personnel designed to satisfy both employee and organizational needs.

+ Plans, develops, and implements, with approval of superiors, uniform standards and other criteria according to which individual employee and unit performance can be realistically evaluated.

+ Evaluates the performance of subordinate Public Health Microbiology Supervisors and, through them, the performance of technologists and ancillary personnel; counsels subordinates on steps they may need to take to improve performance.

+ Functions as a resource for subordinate supervisors; consults with and guides them in the selection of alternative solutions to varied administrative and technical problems including personnel problems.

+ Recommends purchase of new or additional equipment for use in divisional laboratory units, writes justifications and specifications, and gathers statistical data to support requests.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

One (1) year of experience at the level ofPublic Health Microbiology Supervisor I*.

LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S) REQUIRED:

+ Public Health Microbiologist's certificate issued by the California State Department of Public Health.**

+ A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to perform job-related essential functions may be required.

PHYSICAL CLASS:

2 - Light - This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

You must POSSESS and CLEARLY EXPRESS detailed years of experience performing relevant duties, related to the requirements within your online job application under the "Experience" area .

*Experience at the level of Public Health Microbiology Supervisor I is defined as provides technical and administrative supervision of a public health laboratory unit performing standardized tests within a specialty or across specialty lines.

**For information on how to obtain the letter/certificate from the California State Department of Public Health verifying eligibility to work as a public health microbiologist, click on the link below: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OSPHLD/LFS/Pages/PublicHealth.aspx

+ The required license and certificationMUSTbe current/active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted.

+ Applicants must ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license and certifications, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Minimum Requirements on your application at the time of filing or e-mail the information to [email protected] withinfifteen (15) calendar daysof filing or your application may be rejected.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications:

+ Additional experience beyond the Minimum Requirements.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT:

This examination will consist of an evaluation of Training and Experience based on application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing weighted 100% .

Applicants must meet the requirements described above at the time of filing and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register.

Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:

The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility.

NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS .

Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly.

VACANCY INFORMATION:

The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur.

AVAILABLE SHIFT:

Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to [email protected] within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission.

Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED .

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Please note thatALLinformation supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject toVERIFICATIONat any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.

+ Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process.

+ FALSIFICATION of any information may result inDISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.

+ Utilizing VERBIAGEfrom Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of dutiesWILL NOTbe sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned asINCOMPLETEand will not be accepted.

+ Comments such as"SEE RESUME" or"SEE APPLICATION"will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected asINCOMPLETE.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:

For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information athttps://lacountylibrary.org.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:

Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD:

All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER:

The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.

Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst

Department Contact Phone: (213) 684-8726

Department Contact E-mail:[email protected]

Exam Number: PH5004B

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

ADA Coordinator Phone: (844) 914-1006

Teletype Phone:(800) 899-4099

Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.

This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:

The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.

Testing Accommodations for Applicants:

The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit:https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.

Fair Chance:

The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).

Employment Eligibility:

Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.

Career PathFinder:

Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttp://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.

Revised January 2025

For detailed information, please clickhere (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/)

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For the foreseeable future, all notices includinginvitation letters,result lettersand notices of nonacceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address.

+ Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please [email protected]@governmentjobs.comto your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.

+ Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County.

+ Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. It is the applicant's responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence.

+ Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for a late test administration or rescheduling.

+ I have read and understand the above information and instructions.

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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process.CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY.Please be advised that failure to provide the complete and correct information in your application and supplemental questionnaire may result in not accepting your application, even if you possess the qualifying experience or education.

Be specific as possible and include all information requested.Comments such as "see resume or application"will notbe considered as a response.

All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.

+ I have read understand the above information and instructions.

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EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

Please describe in detailyour experience at the level of Public Health Microbiology Supervisor I*.

*Experience at the level ofPublic Health Microbiology Supervisor Iis defined as provides technical and administrative supervision of a public health laboratory unit performing standardized tests within a specialty or across specialty lines.

If you do not have this experience please indicate "Not Applicable".

NOTE:Foreach experienceplease indicate the following information:

+ 1.Name and Address of Employer

+ 2.Position/Title Held

+ 3.Date From: (MM/YYYY), Date To: (MM/YYYY)

+ 4.Hours worked per week

+ 5.Describe experience in detail

You will not receive credit for "See Resume/CV" responses.

(Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.)

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CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT:

Do you have a Public Health Microbiologist's certificate issued by the California State Department of Public Health**?

**If YES, please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license and certifications, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Minimum Requirements on your application at the time of filing or e-mail the information to [email protected] within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing or your application may be rejected.

+ Yes, I have attached a copy of my certificate issued by the California State Department of Public Health to my application.

+ Yes, I will email a copy of my certificate issued by the California State Department of Public Health to [email protected] within 15 calendar days of my application submission.

+ Not applicable.

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Employer

County of Los Angeles

Address

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Los Angeles, California, 90010

Website

http://hr.lacounty.gov

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