OPS LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I - 42900421

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

A high school diploma or its equivalent and one (1) year of experience in a laboratory, the biological sciences, or related field.

College or vocational / technical training can substitute at the rate of 30 semester, 45 quarter or 720 classroom hours for the required experience provided such education includes three courses in the physical and / or natural sciences.

Note : If education is being used to qualify for this position, you must provide a copy of an official or unofficial transcript as supporting documentation showing the required coursework.)

Possession of a valid Driver License.

ATTENTION CANDIDATES

To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services :

• All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• Work history, hours worked, and formal education fields must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values

and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified

individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

NOTES :

Preference will be granted to applicants with work experience with a biological focus.

Benefits include a LinkedIn Learning training account.

JOB DUTIES

General Statement : Position will process fruit fly trap contents as part of Florida’s fruit fly exclusion and detection program.

Identification of fruit fly species with use of dissection microscope (training provided).

Detection of presence of florescent dyes with use of ultraviolet light.

Data entry of findings into computer system.

Performs other tasks as assigned by management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

• Knowledge of basic laboratory safety procedures.
• Skill in written and verbal communication.
• Skill with data management, data entry, clerical and computer.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability using a microscope and specimen sorting.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida

Working for the State of Florida as an OPS employee is more than just a paycheck.

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*);
• Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com;
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). For more information visit Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.
• com) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan (Does not apply to previous FRS Retirees);
• Flexible Spending Accounts; For a more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to People First at 877-562-7287 or go to : https : / / www.

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