BIOWATCH FIELD SUPPORT - PART TIME (COMMUNITY PROGRAM TECHNICIAN II)

DESCRIPTION

The City of Long Beach, Department of Health and Human Services is recruiting for seven (7) part-time, unclassified Community Program Technician II positions. Reporting to the Tactical Operations Coordinator (Community Program Specialist IV), these positions will be responsible for carrying out daily operational duties of the BioWatch program and supporting the City’s Local Distribution Site (LDS) logistics functions. These roles emphasize technical fieldwork, specimen transport, and logistical support for emergency preparedness operations. Report-to-work time for some positions will be 4:30 am (Pacific Time). Applications are available online beginning Wednesday, June 17, 2026, through 11:59 pm, Wednesday, July 01, 2026.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Perform daily checks of BioWatch Portable Sampling Units (PSUs) to ensure proper function and documentation.
• Collect and securely transport BioWatch samples to the designated BioWatch laboratory in compliance with federal protocols.
• Deploy and monitor PSUs during City, regional, and national special events to ensure continuous environmental monitoring.
• Support LDS logistics operations by deploying and demobilizing equipment for field operations, including Points of Dispensing (PODs) and other emergency response sites.
• Participate in trainings, exercises, and drills related to BioWatch, emergency preparedness, and LDS operations to maintain operational readiness and compliance with applicable procedures and protocols.
• Deliver personal protective equipment (PPE) and other emergency assets to City departments, hospitals, and healthcare partners as needed.
• Operate and maintain City vehicles used for sample delivery, equipment transport, and logistics support, including conducting routine safety checks.
• Assist with warehouse operations, including inventory management, receiving, staging, and distribution of preparedness supplies.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and reports to support BioWatch and LDS program requirements.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, chain-of-custody requirements, and program procedures.
• Report to work and begin daily activities as early as 4:30am.
• Occasional heavy lifting (85 lbs) of equipment.
• Perform other related duties, as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of full-time professional experience in providing technical support for the delivery of grant related programs, grant related activities, and grant related services.
  • College education in Public Health, Public or Business Administration, Social Work , or closely related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. (Proof of education required.*)
• A valid motor vehicle operator license. Field travel is required.

*Required documents, such as transcripts, degrees and/or certification, must be uploaded to the online application at time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant’s name or other identifying characteristic on the documentation. Degrees must indicate the field of study and conferral date on diploma or transcript. Candidates who possess degrees from college or university from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM PST, on Wednesday, July 01, 2026 . T o be considered, applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and proof of education (if qualifying with a degree) in PDF format. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements , including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call (562) 570-7008.

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act . You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act .

The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the Applicant Appeal Process by visiting Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov) .

The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-7008.

In support of the City’s Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

For technical support with your governmentjobs.com application, please contact (855) 524-5627 .

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Closing Date/Time: 7/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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