Water Microbiologist I SR-18
Water Microbiologist I SR-18
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Description
Performs standard microbiological examinations of water samples in a laboratory assists with more complex investigations and analyses and with assigned phases of research projects; and performs other related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This is the entry level class in the Water Microbiology series. This class differs from the Water Microbiologist II in that the Water Microbiologist I primarily performs microbiological examinations of water in accordance with standard methods and techniques whereas the Water Microbiologist II performs a variety of standard and special microbiological examinations of water requiring judgment in selection of methods and techniques.Examples of Duties
The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.
- Collects water samples for bacteriologic and biologic analyses.
- Conducts chlorine residual tests.
- Performs bacteriologic examinations of water including the presumptive confirmed completed and differential tests.
- Performs or assists with biologic examinations of water to gauge water quality in terms of water turbidity odor taste and other factors affecting its suitability for intended use.
- Assists in assigned phases of microbiologic research.
- Assists in the maintenance of laboratory apparatus and equipment.
- Prepares culture media stains reagents and stock solutions.
- Conducts house to house surveys and investigates consumer complaints regarding water quality.
- Keeps records and prepares reports.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in bacteriology biology or a related field.
License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle drivers license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3.
Knowledge of: the principles of bacteriology and biology; laboratory practices procedures and techniques; the uses and care of scientific instruments and laboratory apparatus and equipment; practices and procedures utilized in collecting field samples and in recording assembling and compiling scientific observations and statistical data.
Ability to: conduct standard microbiological examinations; make field tests and laboratory preparations and computations; assist in the performance of research work; keep records and prepare reports of laboratory procedures observations and results of tests; understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Health and Physical Condition:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.
Physical Effort Grouping: LightSupplemental Information
NOTE: Qualified applicants will be required to take an online exam. Applicants are required to test alone in a quiet distractionfree area using a reliable computer with highspeed internet connection a microphone a webcam (internal or external) and a Windows or Apple operating system. Applicants who do not meet the system requirements will be provided an opportunity to take the online exam on site.
EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY
The above examination is being given on an opencompetitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race sex sexual orientation age religion color ancestry national origin disability marital status pregnancy arrest and court record assignment of child support national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing nondiscrimination
PreEmployment/PostOffer Drug Screening Test: All applicants who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a preemployment/postoffer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or reevaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui.
Employment Type
Full-Time
