Observer – Naval Air Guard Joint Base (New Orleans, LA)

MUST BE AVAILABLE ON WEEKENDS

The primary purpose of this position is to provide urinalysis specimen observation for the Drug Demand Reduction Program (DDRP). Under the guidance of the Wing Drug Demand Reduction Program Manager (WDDRPM) and the Drug Testing Test Proctor, you will, within your assigned Air National Guard Service Component, directly observe selected individuals providing urine samples for drug testing.

Specific tasks include:

• Directly observe selected members provide a urine specimen for drug testing.
• Understand the legal requirements of the position to include the possibility of testifying in a court of law.
• Follow the directions of the WDDRPM and Test Proctor.
• Document your direct observation during each individual specimen collection on appropriate forms.
• Provides feedback of the Wing Drug Demand Reduction Programs to the Test Proctor.
• Employee must confirm with the WDDRPM/ Test Proctor that Observer briefing training was completed prior to any collections.
• Notify the WDDRPM/ Test Proctor of any conflicts with scheduled workdays immediately.
• Ensure specimens are collected and bottles sealed in accordance with the Observer brief.

Conditions of Employment:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Individuals are ineligible to serve as Observers if they have a record of conviction by courts-martial or civilian criminal court for any offense or history of past misconduct involving dishonesty, fraud, or drug abuse (including use, possession, or distribution).
• Position may be subject to random drug testing.
• Must be available to work as a civilian contractor on a military installation during all required drill events.
• Must be able to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• Must have on-call availability for emergencies.

Qualifications:

• Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes knowledge of the theory and principles of management and organization, including administrative practices and procedures common to organizations, pertaining to drug testing and prevention education, channels of communication, routing of correspondence, filing systems, chain of custody, and storage of files and records.
• OR
  Education: High School Diploma or trade school certification which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.
• OR
  Combination of Experience and Education: Prior Military Experience preferred, or a combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
• Knowledge of Drug Demand Reduction Program (DDRP) goals, principles, methods, and techniques for implementation and continued support of the DDRP to include knowledge of the possible effects of illicit drug usage and alcohol misuse on mission accomplishment and community life.
• Possess attention to details skills in reviewing documents and processing DDRP actions.
• Must be able to directly observe urine collection without supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.

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