This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Health, State Laboratories Division, Laboratory Preparedness and Response Branch.

The position is located in Waipahu - Aiea on the Island of Oahu.

$2,835 -$3,447 per month, salary commensurate w/ training and experience

If you have any questions regarding this non-civil service exempt position, please contact Remedios Gose at (808) 453-5993 or remedios.gose@doh.hawaiii.gov Monday – Friday, 8:15 am to 5:00 pm (HST).

The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this exempt position to the Department of Health.

Exempt, non-civil service, full-time, temporary appointment. The primary purpose of this position is to provide laboratory assistance and support, including technical laboratory work and laboratory site/test preparation for the microbiological and molecular testing activities of the Biological Response Section (BRS) and performs other duties as required.

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, with classes in biological science and laboratory sessions preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Experience that demonstrates the ability to read and follow oral and written instructions and perform simple arithmetic computations including multiplication and division.

Two (2) years of progressively responsible laboratory work experience that has been provided the applicant with practical knowledge of laboratory functions, apparatus and equipment, methods and procedures, and tests.

Who May Apply

LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK REQUIREMENT: The State of Hawaii requires that all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

How to Apply:
Mail completed State of Hawaii Application for Non-Civil Service Appointment with original signature, cover letter, detailed resume, three (3) references, and salary requirements to:

Department of Health
State Laboratories Division
2725 Waimano Home Road
Pearl City, HI 96782
Attn: Remedios Gose

Visit the Department of Health website at: http://health.hawaii.gov/employment/job-opportunities/.

Recruitment is continuous until needs are met for position #123459.

Direct all inquiries regarding this position to:
For additional information, you may contact Remedios Gose at (808) 453-5993 or remedios.gose@doh.hawaiii.gov Monday – Friday, 8:15 am to 5:00 pm (HST).

This position is exempt from civil service and considered temporary in nature. Therefore, if you are appointed to the position, your employment will be considered to be “at will,” which means that you may be discharged from your employment at the prerogative of your department head or designee at any time.

NOTE: The State Recruiting Office will refer you to the Department of Health regarding this exempt position.