NEOGOV · 7 hours ago
Public Health Microbiologist I/II
Eureka, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$56K/yr - $79K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is looking for dedicated professionals to join the Department of Health & Human Services. The Public Health Microbiologist I/II will be responsible for conducting microbiological tests on clinical specimens and environmental samples, ensuring quality control, and training staff in laboratory procedures.
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Responsibilities
Examines clinical specimens for the presence of pathogens
Performs bacteriological, biological, parasitological, toxicological, molecular and serological tests and analyses
Performs tests and examinations for a variety of communicable diseases including HIV, tuberculosis, diphtheria and gonorrhea
Performs tests on environmental health samples, such as water, wastewater and food
Performs general tests on submitted cultures for the identification of bacteria
Performs laboratory quality control tests on media and reagents used in laboratory testing; maintains quality assurance standards
Operates and maintains a variety of laboratory equipment; troubleshoots operating problems and makes adjustments
Coordinates laboratory activity with those of medical clinics, physicians, public health services and outside laboratories; provides training concerning proper collection and handling of specimens
Coordinates and/or participates in training activities for community agencies such as law enforcement agencies and fire departments; may participate in developing training protocols
Maintains detailed records of laboratory testing and prepares written reports as necessary
May train and direct the work of laboratory assistants on a project or day to day basis
May train and direct the work of other staff; may oversee and sign off on tests performed by uncertified staff
Qualification
Required
Must possess a valid certificate as a Public Health Microbiologist as issued by the California State Department of Health Services
Must be willing to work with infectious material, including the AIDS virus
May be required to be immunized against various communicable diseases, including rabies
May be required to work after hours and weekends as necessary
Preferred
Recent certification as a Public Health Microbiologist as issued by the California State Department of Health Services
One year of experience equivalent to the County's class of Public Health Microbiologist I
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental: Full premium coverage for employees and all dependents
Vision: Full premium coverage for employees and eligible dependents
Life Insurance
Longevity Pay
Educational Reimbursement
Deferred Compensation
Employee Assistance Program
Bus Pass Program
Supplemental Life Insurance with guaranteed issuance period at time of hire
Flexible Spending Accounts
1 – 3 completed years of service = 12 days (192-hour cap)
4 – 10 completed years of service = 15 days (240-hour cap)
11 – 15 completed years of service = 20 days (320-hour cap)
16 – 20 completed years of service = 25 days (400-hour cap)
21+ completed years of service = 30 days (480-hour cap)
Employees earn 15 paid holidays per year (specific dates as defined in their specific Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)), including 2 personal holidays.
Employees earn 12 sick days per year with an unlimited cap on sick day accumulation.
The County is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer.
County employees may be eligible for additional incentive pay, such as on-call pay, shift differential pay, locked facility pay, or annual uniform allowance, as defined in their specific MOU.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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