DRUG COURT LAB TECHNICIAN - PT - APPLING/WAYNE

JOB SUMMARY: This is a 30-hour-per-week, part-time position. This position conducts drug and alcohol tests for Drug Court program participants in Appling /Wayne counties.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Observes drug screen collections by using proper identifiers for each participant; manages and maintains chain-of-custody, including related records.
• Calibrates analyzers on a weekly and daily basis.
• Maintains inventory of supplies; reorders supplies as needed.
• Maintains accurate and up to date files.
• Performs general custodial duties; cleans laboratory and restrooms; empties trash; cleans floors.
• Attends staff meetings and court hearings as needed.
• Maintains required certifications.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of Drug Court policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the performance of drug and alcohol tests.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in performing drug and alcohol screens of program participants.
• Skill in maintaining files and records.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Drug Court Administrator assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES: The guidelines include program and county policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related technical drug screening duties. The unique needs of each program participant contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to perform drug and alcohol screenings for program participants. Successful performance contributes to the treatment and rehabilitation of program participants.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, other county employees, program participants, and members of the general public.
• Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
• The work is typically performed in an office and laboratory. The employee may be exposed to machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, and irritating chemicals.