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U.S. Courts Drug Analysis Technician in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Summary The Drug Analysis Technician performs chemical analysis for detection of controlled substances; calibrates and maintains urinalysis testing equipment, follows chain of custody; enters and manages date for several districts in the Federal Judiciary. Responsibilities REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Assist with the maintenance of the district's urinalysis equipment. Perform regular maintenance procedures on software. Notify officers of test results via email daily. Maintain the security of the laboratory by limiting access and properly storing specimens. Perform chemical analysis for detection of controlled substances. Create and modify random testing schedule. Enter and manage data on computer for reporting results. Perform initial confirmation procedures on positive specimens and send positive specimens to national contract laboratory for confirmation as required. Calibrate testing equipment. Coordinate transfer of specimens through the Chain of Custody procedure and provide confirmation results to officers. Maintain accurate records regarding test results and Chain of Custody procedures. Prepare statistical reports on urinalysis program including demographics on client population. Conduct training with drug aftercare vendors and officer staff on proper Chain of Custody procedures and drug use identification. Keep current on technological developments in the drug testing process. Assist with the assessment of basic supply needs. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible to work in the United States. Applicants must undergo and clear an NCIC check, background investigation, financial and fingerprint checks. Applicants must not use illegal drugs or abuse alcohol or prescription drugs. Applicants must be able to travel to divisional offices in New Mexico for periodic work assignments as required. Applicants must maintain confidentiality and practice a good work ethic; possess good multi-tasking management skills; have very strong interpersonal/verbal and written communication skills; be a team player; and be flexible in a changing environment. Employees are required to adhere to a Code of Ethics and Conduct which is available for applicants review upon request. Qualifications Required: High School diploma or equivalent plus two years progressively responsible general experience demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of a Drug Analysis Technician in a clinical laboratory setting. Education above the high school level may be substituted for the required general experience on the basis of one academic year (30 semester or 45 quarter hours) to equal one-year general experience. Financial checks must be in good standing devoid of any late payments which includes 30-day late payments. Education High School Diploma or equivalent. Additional Information The United States Probation and Pretrial Services Office serves a diverse community and is a strong supporter of inclusion and staff diversity. The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement or to withdraw the job announcement, either of which may occur without any prior written notice. This job announcement may involve filling more than one position described herein. If a subsequent vacancy of the same position becomes available within 90-days of the vacancy close date or date filled (whichever is the most recent), the Chief United States Probation Officer has the discretion to select a candidate from the original qualified applicant pool. This position may also be assigned to a different unit other than the one posted, dependent upon the needs of the District. Due to the volume of applications received, the United States Probation office will only communicate to those individuals who will be tested and/or interviewed for open positions. Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid.