Lab Specialist - Cl207

Title:Lab Specialist

State Role Title: Laboratory & Research Specialist I

Hiring Range: $37,500 - $49,500

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Department of General Services

Location: DCLS

Agency Website: www.dgs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of General Services (DGS) is seeking a Lab Specialist for the Data IT Support group at the Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services (DCLS). As the state public health and environmental laboratory, DCLS provides support for local, state, and federal partners with the mission to promote a healthier, safer world through quality laboratory service. The Data IT Support group provides pre analytical support by entering and verifying data from over 100,000 samples per year submitted for newborn screening, clinical and environmental analyses. The group is also responsible for post-analytical reporting of test results as well as customer service support at DCLS.
The selected candidate will perform pre-analytical duties of sample accessioning, data entry and then post-analytical processing of computer-generated test result reports for all groups at DCLS. The incumbent will provide focused support for newborn screening and environmental testing; respond to inquiries from internal and external customers; track timeliness of workload; and maintain department inventory. This position will also assist with maintaining documents to meet QA/QC policies and DCLS record retention policies. All DCLS safety rules and regulations must be upheld at all times.
Hours of work are typically 8 hours per day/5 days per week Monday through Friday.
In addition, weekend and holiday work is required on a rotational basis.
DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing, pre-tax spending accounts, paid life insurance, paid Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and other leave benefits, wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Qualified state employees may be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). As a full-time employee with the Virginia Department of General Services, Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services, you may be able to take advantage of this program! Visit the site Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for more information including eligibility requirements.
Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices for the handling of chemical, microbiological, infectious, and toxic materials
  
• Demonstrated experience using multi-line telephone with strong telephone skills.
  
• Skill in the use of computers and MS Office (to include Outlook, Word& Excel)
• Skill in the use of standard office equipment (to include fax and printers)
  
• Experience with keying alphanumeric data entry with accuracy.
  
• Demonstrated ability providing customer service with problem resolution and troubleshooting skills.
  
• Demonstrated ability to follow procedures, prioritize the work of others and identify errors.
  
• Demonstrated ability to successfully function independently and in an open team environment with various noise levels.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally.

Additional Considerations

•  Knowledge of clinical and/or environmental laboratory testing
  
• Experience as a team lead.
  
• Experience accessioning laboratory samples accurately
  
• Experience using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
  
• Experience handling confidential records.
  

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

DGS will record information from each new employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.
The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
Fax, e-mail or mail applications will not be accepted. The online State application must contain all required information and fully respond to the questions to be considered for this job opportunity.
For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office at jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or call 804-786-3910.
Applications will be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received. After 5 business days, this position may be closed at any time.
The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.
Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at 804-786-3910 for assistance.
The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3910.
Blood-borne pathogen training will be provided by the employer. In order to comply with OSHA blood-borne pathogen requirements, DCLS offers the Hepatitis B vaccine.
DCLS employees are designated as essential personnel. This designation requires DCLS employees to report to the workplace or at an assigned remote location during state authorized closings or delays (i.e., weather-related closures/delays, holidays, etc.), unless otherwise instructed by management.

Contact Information

Name: DGS Human Resources

Phone: 804-786-3910

Email: jobs@dgs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.