STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Summer Worker

Recruitment #180420-5704VR-004

Introduction

Within the Department of Public Health Laboratory, Environmental Microbiology Section, these Summer Worker positions (Courier) will be responsible for driving to local health departments to pick up bathing water samples and setting up the samples at the laboratory.

• Applicants must possess and maintain a valid/unrestricted Motor Vehicle Operator’s License;
• Selected candidates will be required to travel statewide from Rocky Hill;
• Summer Workers may be exposed to communicable diseases and hazardous substances;
• Applicants need to be available to work through September 1, 2018.

Questions about any phase of this recruitment should be directed to DPH HR: Deb Lyons, Deborah.Lyons@ct.gov or (860) 509-7180.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In various agencies as a summer employee performs one or more tasks and assigned duties of a seasonal nature in providing a variety of services to clients or the public in one of several areas. This class may also be used during the winter college intersession for a period not to exceed six weeks.

Minimum and maximum hourly rates will be subject to the following criteria:

1. Returning Summer Workers may receive $.50 an hour additional compensation for each season of service up to the maximum hourly rate.

OR

2. Experienced workers in the specific functional area with another employer may be credited with such time on an equivalent basis to seasons worked and granted the same additional compensation up to the maximum hourly rate.
OR

3. College students may be granted additional compensation of up to $.50 more per hour (up to the maximum hourly rate) for each full year of completed education on the basis of 30 semester hours equaling one (1) year.
NOTE:
Determination of hourly rate is based on the above criteria. Additional compensation is based on only one criteria. It is not intended for individuals to receive additional compensation through application of the multiple criteria listed above.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Picking up and transporting laboratory samples from the Local Health Departments around the state to the laboratory; delivering supplies to the Local Health Departments as needed; setting up the samples for testing; data entry; maintaining the laboratory supplies needed for testing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of assigned specialty; knowledge in operation of equipment, materials and activities of assigned specialty; knowledge to degree necessary for dealing with and understanding client behavior; interpersonal skills; skill in techniques of assigned specialty; ability to assist clients in self care habits, personal hygiene and proper social conduct where applicable; ability to understand and carry out written orders and oral instructions; adequate physical strength and stamina to perform duties; some positions may require supervisory and/or leadership abilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any experience and training that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience with Lab Safety procedures, Quality Systems and Standards, and with laboratory computer programs and operations;
  • Adequate physical strength and stamina to perform duties, including carrying standard laboratory equipment, file boxes, coolers and supplies;
  • College level class work with lab in Microbiology;
  • Experience working in a Laboratory;
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft office programs including the newest versions of Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
  • Availability to work through September 1, 2018.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class assigned to recreational activities must be able to perform emergency first aid as needed and certain positions will require a current Standard First Aid Certificate.
2. Incumbents in this class assigned as bus drivers or operate a motor vehicle must possess and retain a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator License to drive a bus and/or a Motor Vehicle Operators License as necessary.
3. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Department of Public Health aims to provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and advancement, fostering an environment committed to supporting individuals in all protected classes. If you require an aid/accommodation to participate fully and fairly, please contact the Human Resources Office at (860) 509-7177.