Drug Testing Technician
Location: Washington, DC
Announcement Number: 23-51(DE)
Salary: $52,877 - $65,743
Closing Date: May 17, 2023
Duties
The incumbent of this position serves as a Drug Testing Technician in the Drug Testing and Release Services Unit. He/she will:
1. Monitor the submission of urine samples by defendants, offenders or respondents under court and post-sentence orders for drug testing and ensure effective maintenance of chain of custody procedures for samples.
2. Take photographs, verify addresses and update information in automated systems.
3. Explain drug testing procedures and distribute collection materials to individuals.
4. Input information into the Pretrial Real-Time Information System Manager (PRISM).
5. Apply rules and policies on confidentiality and release of protected information.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Bargaining Unit Status: Covered, AFGE LOCAL 1456
APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE DATE OF BIRTH
This is a law enforcement position
This position is covered under the special provision for law enforcement retirement. By law, applicants for such law enforcement positions must be between 21 and 37 years old to be considered for initial appointment (that is, first appointment to a federal law enforcement position). The maximum age for entry on duty in a law enforcement covered position is the date immediately proceeding the applicant's 37th birthday except for veterans' preference eligibles.
A candidate appointed at a lower grade level may be promoted up to the full performance level without further competition.
HOURS: The incumbent of this position will be required to work in shifts or at unusual hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Telework: PSA supports the use of telework to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework based on supervisory approval and in accordance with the Agency's telework policy.
Virtual Position: This position is NOT eligible for remote work.
Conditions of Employment
1. Must be a U.S. Citizen
2. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
3. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
4. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period, if not already completed
5. All applicants are subject to a comprehensive criminal background investigation, and required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment
6. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice
7. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
Qualifications
Basic professional requirement: Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, psychology, social work or a related field;
OR
One year of specialized experience explaining drug testing or medical procedures, reviewing confidential information and the input of data into a computer system.
OR
Combination of education and specialized experience as described above. (To qualify on this basis, you must have completed more than 60 semester hours of undergraduate education. Education beyond 60 semester hours is counted toward this requirement at a rate of 30 semester hours, or equivalent, for 6 months of specialized experience.);
NOTE: Your resume must clearly show the specialized experience related to this position. Failure to demonstrate how you possess the experience requirements will result in an "Ineligible" rating.
Education
There is an education substitution at this grade level.
