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Job Description
The Job
The Department of Public Health is recruiting for a Public Health Microbiologist I. Incumbents in this class serve under training conditions while participating in a California Department of Public Health (CDPH) mandated training program of up to six months in the Public Health Laboratory. Laboratory work is performed under close supervision while developing the experience required to perform at the fully qualified working level. Incumbents in the Public Health Microbiologist I class are eligible to apply to the Public Health Microbiologist II classification upon successfully completing the CDPH training program and passing the California Public Health Microbiologist certification examination.
To learn more about the Public Health Microbiologist training program, visit: Public Health Microbiologist Training | CAPHLD .
This is an unclassified extra help position which does not attain regular status and shall be considered at will throughout the term of employment. This position will participate in the County's Deferred Compensation Plan and does not earn any other benefits.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Work Location: The San Bernardino County Public Health Laboratory is located in Ontario, CA. Candidates must indicate their availability in the supplemental questionnaire .
Working Conditions: Incumbents are routinely exposed to dangerous chemicals and infectious materials.
Pre-employment process: Incumbents selected for this position must pass a background check which includes verification of employment history and education as well as a physical exam and drug screening.
Visa Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require Visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.
Minimum Requirements
Certificate : Applicants must possess a valid Public Health Microbiologist Trainee certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
NOTE: Applicants must provide their CA PMT Certificate number in the supplemental questionnaire to be considered for this recruitment.
Desired Qualifications
Laboratory work experience is highly desirable.
Selection Process
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.
Professional Unit
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits,* please click here .
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
Closing Date/Time: 8/22/2025 5:00 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Bernardino County
Show moreSan Bernardino County is located in the heart of Southern California, home to over 2 million residents, encompassing 20,160 square miles from the Nevada State line and the Colorado River to the LA County line. This gives San Bernardino County a diverse climate and geography, from mountains as high as 11,502 feet, to the desert as low as 181 feet, and beautiful valleys in between. Pristine lakes and rivers, snow-capped mountain resorts, flowering deserts, and many other family-oriented recreational attractions take advantage of the natural assets of the area, most within an hour's drive. Families enjoy affordable housing, excellent schools, colleges and universities, and easy access to airports, hospitals, libraries, and parks. The County provides a safe, clean and healthy environment for residents. A variety of shopping and business opportunities abound, in this, the largest County in the contiguous United States.
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