Laboratory Compliance Officer at State of Colorado, CO
State of Colorado, CO · Denver, United States Of America · Hybrid
- Professional
- Office in Denver
About the Department
This position is ONLY open to current Colorado state residents.
This position is a hybrid position.
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical conditions related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) serves Coloradans by providing high-quality, and cost-effective public health and environmental protection services that promote healthy people in healthy places. Staff members focus on evidence-based best practices in the public health and environmental fields and play a critical role in educating people in Colorado so they can make informed choices. In addition to maintaining and enhancing our core programs, the Department continues to identify and respond to emerging issues affecting Colorado's public and environmental health.
Be BOLD.....Make a REAL difference . . . and join us in serving our communities advancing Colorado's health and protecting the places we live, work, learn, and play, to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
Our mission… is to advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play.
Our vision… is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
In addition to free parking, access to RTD bus lines, Cherry Creek bike path and flexible working arrangements, click the link below to review additional benefits and perks!!! https://cdphe.colorado.gov/careers
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The referral list generated by this position announcement may be used to fill multiple position vacancies and may be extended.Position Duties
The Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response (DCPHR) is the department’s lead surveillance, planning and response arm for public events including communicable disease outbreaks and epidemics, pandemics, bioterrorism, and other public health and mass casualty events and disasters. The division includes the Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response; State Public Health Laboratory; Health Equity Branch, Communicable Disease Branch; Immunization Branch; Public Health Informatics, Reporting, and Refugee Branch; and Operations Branch. The Division exists to ensure that the Department has the ability to effectively prepare for, monitor, detect, diagnose, investigate, and nimbly respond to all types of conditions, events and disasters that impact the public’s health.
The Work Unit:
The safety and accuracy of laboratory testing are the primary concerns of the Certification Program. The staff endeavors to protect the public health through education and inspection of facilities that perform laboratory testing services. Various state and federal regulations are administered through the Certification Program. The programs include clinical laboratories regulated under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA ‘88), drinking water testing laboratories under the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Safe Drinking Water Act, milk producer laboratories and other milk testing laboratories under the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Grade A Pasteurized Milk Ordinance of 1995, and law enforcement and private alcohol and drug testing laboratories under the Colorado State Board of Health Rules and Regulations 5CCR 1005-2.
What you will be doing:
This position exists to determine compliance with the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and the Rules Pertaining to Testing for Alcohol and Other Drugs (5 CCR 1005-2) regulations for laboratory testing. The surveyor applies these state and federal regulations to foster good laboratory practices through on-site and off- site inspections of medical and forensic toxicology laboratory facilities within Colorado. The surveyor analyzes data, prepare written reports, and communicate with laboratories.
Laboratory Inspections
Using knowledge of applicable regulations, good laboratory practices, and effective methods of data collection, perform on-site and off-site surveys of laboratory testing facilities throughout the state. Transportation is by state owned vehicles when available or by personal vehicle when the state vehicle is not available. Apply effective interview and data gathering skills to ascertain the quality of laboratory testing.
Survey Documentation Processes
Develop accurate, well-organized documentation of observations and factual information obtained on surveys. Based on the appropriate regulations, determine the level of compliance and write reports in electronic format. Communicate findings with laboratory officials. Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
Regulatory Compliance Monitoring
Monitor and evaluate plans of correction and evidence of compliance. Recommend certification or enforcement actions to Federal Officials or management. Provide regulatory guidance, education and information to the laboratory community related to regulations and standards. Monitor the Proficiency Testing performance of the labs in order to determine compliance.
Time Management and Customer Support
Schedule appointments for efficiency in time, distance, and expense. Document expenses and submit expense reports at the end of each calendar month. Supporting the Certification Program needs and obligations by performing data entry, customer service, education, and any other tasks with supporting the division and departmental goals and mission.
Minimum Qualifications
Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience Only:Five (5) years of relevant experience* in a laboratory setting performing biological, microbiological, biochemical or molecular science testing with an emphasis on directing or designing quality assurance (QA) protocols, safety procedures.
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education** biological and/or physical science (e.g., microbiology, molecular biology, chemistry or genetics and/or relevant experience* in a laboratory setting performing biological, microbiological, biochemical or molecular science testing with an emphasis on directing or designing quality assurance (QA) protocols and safety procedures equal to five (5) year.
*This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
**A copy of your transcripts must be submitted at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Late transcripts will not be accepted.
Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies:
Relevant years of State service contribute to a candidate's position-related knowledge, skill, ability, behavior or other posted competency should be considered as a preferred qualification and given weight under the process.
Relevant experience in multiple disciplines (chemistry and biology)
Knowledge of generally accepted laboratory QA/QC procedures and processes as they apply to laboratory testing
In-depth knowledge of laboratory regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA, EPA, FDA, ISO)
Ability to collaborate and achieve consensus across work units and programs
Excellent project management skills
Effective written and oral communication skills
In-depth knowledge of chemical safety recommendations
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with a wide range of customers
Knowledge of and use of desktop computer hardware and software
Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to interpret regulations and statutes
Ability to interpret and analyze data
Keen attention to detail
Ability to self-motivate
Ability to work well independently as well as in/with a team
Conditions of Employment:
- Pursuant to CDPHE policy, a background check is required for all positions at CDPHE
- Must be available in the event of an emergency, (e.g., bio-terrorist attack, chemical attack, disease outbreak or all hazards) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place.
- Must be available in the event of the activation of the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place.
- Ability to travel to travel across the state 50% of time
- Hybrid position
Appeal Rights:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at [email protected] within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.
Other Qualifications
- Supplemental Information
A complete application packet must include:
- A completed State of Colorado application.
- If using education to qualify, a copy of your college/university transcripts. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
- If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
The Selection Process:
- All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
- Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
- Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
- A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
E-Verify: CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
ADAAA Accommodations:
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Daniel Mckenna at [email protected] or call 303-692-6319.
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first- ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.
