HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.051 WATER MICROBIOLOGIST II 20220222PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
COUNTY OF KAUAI 4.051
Class Specifications for the Class:
WATER MICROBIOLOGIST II
SR-20, BU-13
Duties Summary:
Performs a variety of microbiologist examinations of water samples in a laboratory;
independently conducts given portions of studies and research projects; and performs other
related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This class is responsible for independently performing a variety of standard and
special microbiological examinations, studies, and researches of water, requiring judgment
in selection of methods and techniques.
Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily
descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does
not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical
assignment for the position).
•Performs standard and special bacteriologic and biologic analysis of water, including
quantitative and qualitative determinations of organisms, tests to gauge water quality
and suitability for intended use, etc.;
•Conducts chlorine residual tests and makes chlorine demand analyses;
•Conducts special studies and research such as membrane filter studies, isolation of
bacteria in water distribution systems, underground water pollution studies,
microbiological studies of stream waters, effects on waterworks materials on bacteria
tests performed;
•Investigates consumer complaints regarding water quality;
•Reads technical literature to keep abreast of new developments in the field;
•Maintains laboratory apparatus and equipment, prepares culture media, stains,
reagents, and stock solutions;
•Assists in public health control of water distribution systems involving broken main
repairs and connections; and
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•Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge of:
The principles of bacteriology and biology; laboratory practices, procedures and
techniques; the use and care of scientific instruments and laboratory apparatus and
equipment; method of recording, compiling scientific observations and statistical data.
Ability to:
Conduct standard and special microbiological examinations and make adaptations to
methods and procedures as required; perform research work; make laboratory preparations
and computations; assist in the performance of research work; keep records and prepare
reports of laboratory procedures, observations, and results of tests; understand and carry
out oral and written instructions.
This is an amendment to the specification for the class WATER MICROBIOLOGIST II,
which was approved on September 8, 1994, amended on September 23, 2013, and is to be
substituted for that specification.
Approved: February 23, 2022
(date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON
Director of Human Resources
PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
COUNTY OF KAUAI 4.051
Minimum Qualification Specifications
for the Class:
WATER MICROBIOLOGIST II
SR-20, BU-13
Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent graduation from
an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in bacteriology, biology,
microbiology, or a related field; and
•one (1) year of professional laboratory work experience involving the detection,
isolation, identification, cultivation, use and/or control of microorganisms.
Substitutions Allowed:
The following may be substituted for education:
General professional work experience or education credits can be substituted for up to two
(2) years of the Bachelor’s degree such as:
A.Full time progressively responsible professional, technical, or substantive work
experience demonstrating the scope, level, and quality of work comparable to a
curriculum leading to an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree.
B.Successful completion of semester credits in a curriculum leading to a degree or
diploma at an accredited community college, trades school, college, or university (15
semester credits = 6 months).
Specialized professional work experience in bacteriology, biology, microbiology or a related
field or education credits in bacteriology, biology, microbiology, or a related field can be
substituted for up to four (4) years of the bachelor’s degree such as:
A.Full time progressively responsible professional, technical, or substantive work
experience demonstrating the scope, level, and quality of work comparable to a
curriculum leading to an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree.
B.Successful completion of semester credits specific to bacteriology, biology,
microbiology, or a related field leading to a degree or diploma from an accredited
community college, trades school, college, or university (15 semester credits = 6
months).
A master’s degree or PhD in bacteriology, biology, microbiology, or a related field may be
substituted for the education requirement.
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The following may be substituted for experience:
A.Successful completion of semester credits specific in bacteriology, biology,
microbiology, or a related field leading towards a Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD degree
from an accredited college or university, may be substituted up to one (1) year of the
professional work experience requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months).
B.A Master’s degree in bacteriology, biology, microbiology or a related field from an
accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of the
professional work experience requirement.
C.A Doctorate’s degree in bacteriology, biology, microbiology or a related field from an
accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of the
professional work experience requirement.
If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used
again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for
education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant
holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be
conducted by the DHR staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the
minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained
independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered.
Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant.
Quality of Experience:
Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be
accepted as proof of qualifications for a position. The applicant’s overall experience must
have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that
he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being
considered.
License Requirement:
Possession of the appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position.
Selective Certification:
Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of
some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be
established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent
experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position.
Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the
kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the
duties of the position to be filled.
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Tests:
Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination.
Health and Physical Condition:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and
physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential
functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Effort Grouping: Light
This is an amendment to the specification for the class WATER MICROBIOLOGIST II,
which was approved on September 8, 1994, amended on September 23, 2013, and is to be
substituted for that specification.
Approved: February 23, 2022
(date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON
Director of Human Resources