Job Duties
Applying
equity and social justice principles
is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King Countyemployees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, andpractices to all aspects of the work. As a Drug \& Alcohol Program Technician, you will:
Collect urine specimens (or oral fluid, when available) for DOT and Non\-DOT drug tests (Training Provided).
Perform observed (same gender) urine collections as required by federal regulation.
Monitor donor in shy bladder situations following federal requirements.
Conduct evidential breath tests for DOT and Non\-DOT alcohol tests (Training Provided).
Respond on a rotating on\-call basis, to conduct unscheduled after hours and/or weekend post\-accident and/orreasonable suspicion tests at the work site, with a required response time of within one hour of notification.
Perform various administrative duties associated with the day\-to\-day operation of the program e.g. recordsmanagement, process and procedures, drug/alcohol background checks, data validation, written correspondence,audits, and direct administrative support to the Drug \& Alcohol Program Superintendent.
Assist in reviewing, ensuring, or enforcing all federally mandated and King County required drug and alcoholtesting requirements to ensure compliance with FTA, FMCSA, and USCG regulations and King County Policies(Training Provided).
Perform scheduling, data entry, and data validation of all federally mandated and King County required drug andalcohol tests.
Maintain security and confidentiality of highly sensitive communications, federal drug and alcohol test records, andother records in all forms (written, verbal and electronic).
Draft procedures for review by Drug and Alcohol Program Superintendent.
Assist in the review and analysis of facility and employee\-safety or drug and alcohol testing issues.
Respond to inquirers via phone, Teams calls, and email and assist in the day\-to\-day operation of the drug \&alcohol program.
Collect and compile drug and alcohol testing data for billing verification, as well as statistical information, forpreparation of reports and audits.
Other duties as assigned.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
We are looking for candidates who have the following
minimum qualifications
:
Ability to learn and apply federal drug and alcohol testing regulations, including FTA, FMCSA, and USCGrequirements.
Ability to conduct observed same gender urine specimen collections, oral fluid collections, and evidential breathalcohol tests.
Experience managing sensitive and confidential records, ensuring accuracy, organization, and regulatorycompliance.
Proficient in data entry, data validation, and maintaining detailed logs for audits, billing, and reporting.
Ability to organize and maintain physical documents using standard filing practices.
Excellent attention to detail in documentation, recordkeeping, and administrative tasks.
Experienced and proficient using Microsoft Suite products including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
Comfortable learning new skills, programs, and technical procedures as well as staying up to date on currentpractices and trends.
Strong written and oral communication skills that provide easily understandable information and direction, whileproviding outstanding customer service electronically, via telephone, and in person.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with individuals in sensitive or high stress situations.
Ability to work independently, prioritize work with minimal direction, and navigate ambiguous or political sensitiveenvironments.
Experience maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion when interacting with a wide range ofindividuals.
Flexible and dependable with the capacity to be available on a rotating on\-call schedule to respond within onehour to emergency after\-hours or weekend post\-accident and reasonable suspicion testing requirements at thework site.
Valid Washington State Driver’s license and the ability to operate a King County fleet motor vehicle or alternativeability to travel between remote worksites that may not be easily accessible by public transportation.
Highly competitive candidates will also have the following
desired (but not required) qualifications
:
Experience in medical, clinical, or patient\-support roles, including front\-desk, administrative, or clinical assistant positions.
Certified Medical Assistant credential.
Experience conducting urine collection for drug tests.
Experience working in a drug or alcohol testing facility OR an office responsible for compliance with a federallymandated drug and alcohol program.
Pay: $34\.53 \- $41\.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person