Lab Technician / Programming Support: Webster Office

About the role

This position is responsible for procuring urine specimens and Breathalyzer samples from inmates, testing and tracking specimens according to prescribed policies, and operating drug testing equipment. The role involves maintaining accurate testing records, testifying in court when required, and supporting the Day Reporting Center's operations.

Responsibilities

• Procure urine specimens and Breathalyzer samples from inmates
• Test, track, and preserve urine specimens in accordance with prescribed policies and procedures
• Maintain, calibrate, and operate state-of-the-art drug testing equipment
• Accurately report urine specimen and Breathalyzer sample test results
• Maintain accurate and reliable drug and alcohol testing records
• Testify in court on the accuracy of drug and alcohol tests, the procedures followed to obtain samples, and the reliability of equipment
• Maintain and secure equipment for drug and alcohol tests
• Maintain and monitor the security and integrity of drug testing equipment, reagents, and other chemicals used in testing
• Train and monitor assigned staff and/or student interns to assist with drug and alcohol testing and maintain a drug and alcohol testing database
• Keep current on developments in the field of drug and alcohol testing
• Collect relevant data on drug and alcohol tests and prepare reports on a regular basis
• Work with staff and Probation Officers to ensure positive information flow for requesting, performing, and reporting on drug and alcohol tests
• Attend all scheduled meetings and present accurate accounts and information of drug and alcohol testing
• Complete all documents during the shift, including log entries and special reports
• Work closely with the Day Reporting Center's (DRC's) staff in procuring, testing, tracking, and preserving urine specimens from DRC participants
• Support the programming staff with scheduling and any other auxiliary tasks to support the goals of the center
• Maintain confidentiality of personal data
• Maintain regular attendance
• Perform any duties and tasks assigned by supervisors and related work as required

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in criminal justice, counseling, human services, psychology, or social work from an accredited program
• Ability to test, track, and preserve urine specimens in accordance with prescribed policies and procedures
• Knowledge of the requisite policies and procedures associated with the collection of urine specimens and drug testing
• Ability to communicate intelligently with people in a direct, clear, and professional manner
• Ability to maintain, calibrate, and operate state-of-the-art drug testing equipment
• General knowledge about the purpose of a community safety facility; understanding of the goals and objectives of a community correction program and general familiarity with the court systems
• Ability to deal respectfully and professionally with a difficult population
• Proven verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with a diverse offender population
• Ability to work varying hours and shifts
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access software systems
• Some physical effort demanded when performing testing functions under typical office conditions in a correctional setting
• Frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and hear

Location: United States-Massachusetts-West Boylston-5 Paul X Tivnan
Schedule: Part-time
Salary: 28,697.77

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