PUBLIC HEALTH MICROBIOLOGIST I
In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a salary range increase on the following date:
Effective June 27, 2025 – 4.00% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
Premium Pay
In addition to the hourly salary, eligible applicants may receive premium pay for the item listed below:
- Bilingual pay: Qualified employees who meet the criteria found here shall receive an additional $0.40 per hour for all hours paid.
This recruitment is open to the public for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the needs of the County are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
THE AGENCY
The County of Orange, Health Care Agency (HCA) is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family, and community health.
THE DEPARTMENT
The Public Health Laboratory provides specialized laboratory testing for assessing, investigating, and analyzing health needs of the public.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Health Care Agency is recruiting for a Public Health Microbiologist I to perform standardized microbiological testing in areas such as bacteriology, mycobacteriology (TB), parasitology, virology, and water quality for the detection of communicable disease-causing agents.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and an excellent team player who is committed to providing a high level of microbiological testing, analysis, and identification. The incumbents will have the ability to follow policies and procedures, adhere to safety rules and precautions, and conduct technical laboratory testing and analysis of a standardized and generally recurring nature using well-defined procedures.
In order to be considered for a Public Health Microbiologist I position, candidates must attach a copy of their Public Health Microbiologist certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health to their application.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Public Health Microbiologist I classification as well as the physical and mental requirements and the environmental and working conditions.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.
Application Screening
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job.
Email Notification
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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