Job description

JOB
THE SANITATION DISTRICTS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTYinvites applications for the position of: Hourly- Laboratory Technician I, II - Marine BiologySG-030-23E The Sanitation Districts are currently recruiting to fill multiple Hourly Laboratory Technician I, II positions in the Technical Services Department Marine Biology. LOCATION: TECHNICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT, LABORATORY SECTION, MARINE BIOLOGY LABORATORY, JOINT WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PLANT, CARSON ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform a variety of sample/data collection and instrument deployment activities at sea, and conduct or support the laboratory analysis of marine biological samples. JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of a Supervising Scientist, the incumbent conducts or participates in the collection and analysis of a variety of biological, chemical, and physical oceanographic samples. Within the laboratory, the incumbent performs sediment sorting for infaunal specimens and assists taxonomists in the analysis of marine benthic invertebrates; prepares specimens for taxonomic study; maintains taxonomic documents; provides curatorial care of biological samples; performs fish tissue resection for bioaccumulation studies; processes and analyzes marine sediments for qualitative determinations and quantitative grain size analysis; uses laboratory equipment, including a variety of microscopes and balances; maintains laboratory records using multiple database applications. At sea, the incumbent participates in a broad array of biological and chemical sampling and analysis; assists in oceanographic sampling by means of CTD water column profiling and light irradiance measuring packages; performs epibenthic specimen sorting and processing; rigs and deploys various sampling gear such as otter trawls, sediment grabs, water sampling devices; uses shipboard winches and capstans or other specialized gear and equipment; and performs related duties as required.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Applicants must possess a valid California Class C driver license; -AND- for the LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I: Any education or experience which provides the knowledge and skills listed. For the LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II: Twelve semester units of college chemistry; -AND-two years of increasingly responsible laboratory experience involving the performance of complex biological analysis, preferably in an ocean monitoring program. A bachelor's degree in a laboratory science may substitute for one year of the required experience. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience aboard marine vessels in coastal waters; familiarity with oceanographic sampling gear; knowledge of the local marine environment; taxonomic identification of marine invertebrates and fishes; SCUBA certification and coastal ocean diving experience; experience piloting a small marine vessel in coastal waters; degree in marine biology or similar field of study.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: 2016 TNI Standards; Horizon LIMS; fundamentals and principles of biology and related sciences as they pertain to established marine and oceanographic analytical methods, techniques, equipment, and materials; fundamentals of marine fishes and macroinvertebrate taxonomy; the classification, morphology, and ecology of marine benthic infauna; principles of data analysis and statistical inference; standard laboratory techniques, equipment, and materials. Ability to: conduct detailed taxonomic studies of marine invertebrates; use compound and stereo microscopes for extended periods of time; sort and identify marine organisms; draw sound conclusions regarding the validity of the data produced; perform fish tissue resection; conduct biological sampling at sea under a wide range of sea conditions.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Please apply online at www.lacsd.org within the application period. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment Application or online application. Check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications may be sent via e-mail. Please make sure that your registered email address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery add info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list. SELECTION PROCESS: Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will be reviewed and evaluated for relevant experience and/or coursework.Candidates considered to have the best qualifications will be invited to the written examination.The selection process will consist of a written test weighted at 50%, and an interview weighted at 50%. A final selection interview will be completed by section supervisors and managers.Candidates must receive a qualifying score on each selection component to move forward in the selection process.Prior to appointment, a thorough reference check will be conducted.NOTE: The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related pre-employment physical, which includes an alcohol test.For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shelley Glasman at ext. 1340. As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage qualified minorities, women and disabled persons to apply. To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts converts waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into ResourcesREMOVE FROM BULLETIN BOARD: FEBRUARY 9, 2023

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