LABORATORY ASSISTANT

NOTE: Position is provisional until an exam is administered by the state.

SALARY: $22/Hour

CLASSIFICATION: Competitive 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This is a part-time position with responsibility for assisting professional scientists with minor laboratory work.  The work includes preparing solutions, maintaining the laboratory and performing minor clerical work.  No contact with evidence is required.  Direct supervision is received from an immediate supervisor.  Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:   (Illustrative Only)

• Prepares solutions from written formulas according to prescribed procedures;
• Washes laboratory equipment and supplies;
• Maintains and cleans laboratory which includes cleaning counters, sweeping and mopping floor, etc.;
• Performs special assignments as directed;
• Answers telephones, directs calls and takes accurate messages;
• Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies;
• Prepares and maintains routine logs;
• Delivers reports to other agencies/departments;
• Assists professionals with the clerical preparation of reports.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Working knowledge of chemistry and lab techniques;
• Working knowledge of office procedures;
• Ability to follow lab hygiene policies and procedures;
• Ability to prepare routine reports;
• Ability to think and act quickly in an emergency;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions;
• Alertness; dependability; good judgement; courtesy; tact; resourcefulness;
• Physical conditions commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from high school or possession of a High School Equivalency diploma and 12 college credits in chemistry or a closely related subject.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Candidates are subject to a background investigation.  Conviction of a misdemeanor or other violation of the law may bar employment, conviction of a felony shall bar employment.

Each interested candidate is asked to submit their resume along with a cover letter that specifies how they meet the minimum requirements to:

Lisa Bekesy

YPD Support Services Bureau

104 South Broadway

Yonkers, NY 10701

Or e-mail to lisa.bekesy@ypd.yonkersny.gov