| Class & Title: | 2483 Biologist I/II (Deep Class) - Microbiology Specialty |
| Annual Salary: | $63,180.00 - $88,868.00 Annually |
| Department: | Water Quality |
| Location: | San Francisco, CA |
| Appointment Type: | Permanent Recruitment |
| Closing Date: | 8/4/08 |
A Biologist I/II in the Microbiology Section under general supervision, performs specific assignments within the analytical laboratory that include some or all of the following tasks: conducts qualitative and quantitative analysis of drinking and waste water; interprets test results and makes calculations; compiles data and makes technical reports; maintains accurate laboratory data management, QA/QC, and preventive maintenance records; assists in development of new test methodologies and analytical procedures for regulatory and operational needs; conducts testing to determine compliance with state and federal regulations; tests include presence/absence, multiple tube fermentation, membrane filtration, heterotrophic plate count, examination for protozoan parasites such as Cryptosporidium and Giardia, including collection, separation, concentration, detection and identification using specialized microscopy set-ups in fluorescence and differential interface contrast techniques; may operate complex microbial detection and speciation systems such as PCR and other molecular biological identification systems; may perform procedures for the recovery and identification of other waterborne pathogens such as bacterial, parasitic and viral agents; analysis and identification of potential bioterrorism contaminants in source and treated water; makes minor repairs, performs preventative maintenance, makes standard solutions and reagents; maintains skills by participating in Proficiency Testing or other quality assurance or training programs; Essential functions include: perform established standard operating procedures for qualitative and quantitative analysis of drinking water and waste water for regulatory and non-regulatory compliance. Additional responsibilities include field sampling, data analysis, prepare written reports, keep detailed and accurate records as needed; may collect water samples in remote or adverse conditions; may work weekends and holidays; helps train entry level staff in specific details of job duties; may serve as a lead person in the absence of the Section Supervisor.
The Biologist I/II works under the general supervision of a Supervising Biologist and may assist the Biologist III in non-routine work and special projects. Positions at the journey level do not supervise other professional employees, but may coordinate the work of technical personnel (Water Quality Technician I/II and III). The annual salary is $63,180 - $88,868.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Biologist I
1. Possession of baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in microbiology, molecular biology or closely related science; AND
2. Possession of a valid driver's license.
Biologist II
1. Possession of baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in microbiology, molecular biology or closely related science; AND
2. Two years of experience in a microbiology or environmental laboratory; AND
3. Possession of a current, valid driver's license.
HOW TO APPLY:
We encourage applicants to apply on-line. Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are being accepted through an online process. Visit www.jobaps.com/sf to begin the application process by registering an account.
• Click and select the desired job announcement
• Click on “Apply” and read and acknowledge the information
• Click on “I am a New User”
• Follow instructions given on the screen
If you are unable to apply on-line, you may file a scannable City and County of San Francisco application beginning July 18, 2008. Application material may be hand-delivered or mailed to Department of Human Resources Attn. 2483 Biologist I/II, 44 Gough Street San Francisco, CA 94103.
Computer kiosks are located in the lobby of the Department of Human Resources, 44 Gough Street, San Francisco, for use by the public. The hours of operation are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Receipt of applications will close August 4, 2008.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
TRAINING/EXPERIENCE EVALUATION (WEIGHT = 100%)
Candidates’ training and experience will be evaluated and rated in terms of its duration and relevance to job-related knowledge, skills and abilities for placement on the eligible list. The department may administer additional selection procedures upon certification in order to make a final hiring decision.
Candidates with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation for this examination process must contact the examination analyst by phone at (415) 554-1660 (voice) or, if hearing impaired, (415) 554-1672 (TDD), or in writing at the address listed above (specify class 2483) as soon as possible.
The certification rule used to certify eligibles from this list will be Rule of Three Scores.
Issued: July 18, 2008
Announcement No.: 054931
Team: PUC/pc (415) 554-1660
Micki Callahan
Director
Department of Human Resources
COMBINED ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIVE/2483
