Health technologist - environmental

Job Summary:

The Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH) serves as the public, environmental and occupational health laboratory for the State of Wisconsin. This position independently provides a wide variety of program support for the Environmental Health Division at the WSLH's Agriculture Drive location in Madison. This position functions as part of our internal and external customer support team, providing general and technical support to lab personnel, state and federal agencies and private citizens. This position is responsible for receiving, preparing and logging in Environmental Health Divisions samples. Working conditions are primarily in a laboratory setting.

Laboratory Support
Responsible for opening and processing incoming environmental samples, verifying and documenting sample condition, adding acid to samples as required, performing pH tests on specific samples as required and entering of sample details into Laboratory Information System (LIMS) and assign tests to samples. Coordinate data flow through QA/QC processes. Transport samples throughout the division.

May assist with lab support of departmental sample check-in throughout the day. Enter public and private drinking water sample data into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Keep detailed records and assess data to maintain highest quality of service. Query database for sample status and release data and reports to customers. Set up new clients and project profiles in the LIMS. Coordinate data flow through QA/QC processes.

Administrative Support
Serves as a point of contact for both internal and external customers. This may include responding to inquiries, taking orders for water testing kits, interpret EPA Safe Drinking Water Act and Wisconsin DNR rules and regulations for private and public drinking water. A wide range of other duties as needed including water test kit productions and assist in other areas of support within the Horizon Data Management Team.

Responsibilities:

Works with environmental scientists and others to identify, assess, treat, and correct environmental problems.

• 15% May collect, document, and transport environmental samples
• 5% May investigate complaints as directed
• 23% Keeps detailed records and assesses test data to maintain highest quality of service and performance
• 22% Communicates results, feedback, or suggestions; and discusses trends, procedural questions, and concerns
• 20% Reads and interprets test results
• 15% Serves as a point of contact for internal and external customers - responding to inquires and route more complex inquires to the appropriate entities

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

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Education:

Preferred
Associate's Degree

Qualifications:

1 year of customer service and data entry experience preferred.

Self-starter with a willingness to work as part of a team. Demonstrate exceptional verbal communication and possess organizational skills and an attention to detail. Ability to maintain calm demeanor and pleasant attitude in fast paced environment.

COVID-19 Considerations:

UW-Madison continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols to protect our campus from COVID-19. All employees remain subject to the COVID-19 Workplace Safety Policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-5086. Please visit https://covidresponse.wisc.edu for the most up-to-date information.

Work Schedule:

7:45am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday

Work Type:

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Terminal appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended based on need and/or funding.

Salary:

Minimum $18.95 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

Additional Information:

An ideal candidate will have knowledge of laboratory processes, safety procedures and quality assurance, as well as be highly motivated to participate in a variety of tasks and strive for customer satisfaction while demonstrating a passion for public and environmental health.

How to Apply:

To begin the application process please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV, a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications relevant to the position, and a document listing contact information for three (3) references, including at least one supervisor.

If you have questions, you may email hrstaff@slh.wisc.edu or call Dan Makovec, 608-890-1011.

Contact:

Dan Makovec
hrstaff@slh.wisc.edu
608-890-1011
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )

Official Title:

Health Techn-Env(HS064)

Department(s):

A524090-WI STATE LAB OF HYGIENE/EHD OPERATIONS

Employment Class:

Temporary Employment

Job Number:

254765-CL

The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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Applications Open: Mar 17 2022 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: May 17 2022 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time