Food Laboratory Specialist 2 (Microbiology) (NY HELPS)
About The Position
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking a Food Laboratory Specialist 2 (Microbiology) to work in Albany, NY. The Food Laboratory Specialist 2 (Microbiology) plans, coordinates, and oversees microbiological testing activities to support food safety programs. The incumbent directs the analysis of food samples for foodborne pathogens and other microbiological contaminants. When applicable, oversee method development, validation, and technology transfer, and collaborates with the Quality Assurance/Accreditation unit to maintain laboratory certification and accreditation. This position will also include supervising the preparation of laboratory materials and reagents, implementing new technologies and analytical methods, and providing technical guidance to laboratory staff.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree with 24 credits in Biological Sciences and three years of post-degree professional experience performing microbiology analysis using molecular biology and aseptic techniques; one year of which must be at the supervisory level.
- One year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55 b/c service as a Food Laboratory Specialist 1, SG-18 (for direct-line lower-level promotion).
- One year of permanent, competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law (e.g., Food Laboratory Specialist 2 (Chemistry), G-23 or Laboratory Specialist 2 (Biology), G-23).
- Received a passing score on the most recent Food Laboratory Specialist 2 (Microbiology) examination, meet the minimum qualifications, and has served permanently for one year in the title from which transfer is being made under Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law (title must be within two salary grades, or one M-grade of the Food Laboratory Specialist 2 (Microbiology), G-23).
- Previous permanent New York State employees who resigned their positions may be reinstated to their former positions, or to positions to which they were eligible for transfer or reassignment without further examination (within one year of separation, or longer with Civil Service Commission approval).
Nice To Haves
- A master’s degree in a related field can substitute for one year of experience.
- A doctorate in a related field can substitute for two years of experience.
Responsibilities
- Plans, coordinates, and oversees microbiological testing activities to support food safety programs.
- Directs the analysis of food samples for foodborne pathogens and other microbiological contaminants.
- Oversees method development, validation, and technology transfer.
- Collaborates with the Quality Assurance/Accreditation unit to maintain laboratory certification and accreditation.
- Supervises the preparation of laboratory materials and reagents.
- Implements new technologies and analytical methods.
- Provides technical guidance to laboratory staff.
Benefits
- Cost-effective health insurance options
- Fully covered dental and vision care
- Participation in the secure New York State Pension Plan
- 5 personal days (first year)
- 13 vacation days (first year)
- 13 sick days (first year)
- 13 paid holidays (first year)
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Flex Spending Account
- NY's 529 College Savings Program
- Potential eligibility for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
