Drug Testing Program Technician

Air Force Materiel Command • Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

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About The Position

The Drug Testing Program Technician supports the Drug Demand Reduction Program Manager in administering drug testing programs for an installation and geographically separated units. The technician serves as an installation program technician for Department of Defense military and civilian drug testing programs. The position is temporary, has a not-to-exceed date, and may be extended to the fullest legally allowable period without further competition. The appointment may end early because of lack of work or funds.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Male applicants must be registered for Selective Service.
• At least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NK-01, equivalent to GS-04, or equivalent in another pay system; qualifying experience may include assisting with a regulated testing program, applying established procedures, supporting testing and notifications, maintaining records, assisting with specimen handling or chain of custody, coordinating testing, tracking information, or providing administrative, training, or compliance support.
• Alternatively, four years of education above the high-school level at an accredited business, secretarial, or technical school, junior college, college, or university; transcripts must be submitted when qualifying on education.
• Alternatively, a qualifying combination of education and experience, including 60 or more semester hours above high-school level; education and experience percentages must total at least 100%, and official transcripts must be submitted with the application package.
• Knowledge of drug-testing programs sufficient to gather data, compile reports, and make recommendations based on factual information.
• Knowledge of urinalysis chain-of-custody principles, medical terminology, testing concepts, and established specimen collection, packaging, inspection, testing, and shipping procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable DoD directives, Air Force instructions, MAJCOM, and local policies governing military and civilian drug testing.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing, present briefings, and prepare status reports.
• Ability to safeguard confidential drug-testing information.
• Ability to operate a program, including projecting and ordering supplies and equipment, forecasting and executing a budget, and maintaining administrative documentation.
• An appropriate, valid driver's license is required.
• Must be able to obtain and/or maintain the security clearance required for the position.
• Must pass a drug test if required upon selection.
• Must meet background-check requirements for a position that may involve contact with children or youth.
• Must have no pending civilian criminal action or pending administrative action involving dishonesty, fraud, or other integrity offenses.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft for temporary duty assignments.
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.
• Federal employees must have direct deposit.
• May be required to serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period.

Responsibilities

• Administer drug testing programs for the installation and geographically separated units.
• Perform administrative management duties associated with the drug-testing program.
• Conduct education and training related to drug use and abuse prevention.
• Perform filing, records maintenance, data entry, and program updates.
• Ensure personnel involved in drug testing are familiar with and follow DoD, Air Force, and local procedures.
• Gather data, compile reports, and make recommendations based on factual information.
• Support urinalysis chain-of-custody and specimen collection, packaging, inspection, testing, and shipping procedures.
• Safeguard confidential drug-testing information.
• Operate the program, including projecting and ordering equipment and supplies, forecasting and executing a budget, and maintaining administrative documentation.
• Drive a motor vehicle as required.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on the position and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED