Phlebotomist - Temporary

Phlebotomist - Temporary

Salary

$22.67 - $27.20 Hourly

Location

Fresno

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

26EM0012

Department

Police Department

Division

Traffic Enforcement

Opening Date

09/10/2026

Closing Date

9/24/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

03A

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Position Description

SALARY: $22.67 approximately per hour based on $3,929 monthly

THE POSITION

• PLEASE NOTE* The salary range posted in this bulletin represents the salary range for a FULL-TIME position. Compensation will be pro-rated based on the number of hours worked.

Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno!

Are you ready to make a difference in the City of Fresno? Join our dedicated team as a Phlebotomist with the Police Department! This unique position offers the chance to contribute to public safety while collecting and managing specimens for lab analysis. If you're detail-oriented, passionate about public service, and ready to make an impact, apply today!

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Collect blood, breath, and urine specimens from adults and juveniles.
• Distribute specimens to appropriate laboratories or facilities for testing or storage.
• Maintain inventory control and ensure supplies are stocked and ready for use.
• Perform clerical tasks such as word processing, filing, and maintaining departmental records.
• Follow quality control procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Provide expert witness testimony in legal proceedings when necessary.
• Book evidence and maintain accurate records of lab tests and confidential information.
• Adhere to safety procedures and OSHA standards for processing and transporting bodily fluids.
• Maintain a clean, sterile environment and ensure specimens security during the collection process.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Duties and schedules may vary by assignment, please inquire about specific duties and/or schedules if called upon for an interview. Incumbents may be required to work any shift; nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Temporary employees are assigned no more than 32 hours a week. The salary listed is for full-time positions and will be prorated if hired. Temporary employees do not participate in the City's pension system and are not eligible for City-sponsored benefits. The current temporary vacancy exists in the Traffic Bureau Division of the Fresno Police Department.

Full job specification may be viewed at:

https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JS-Phlebotomist.pdf

View "We Work For You" video to get an inside look at how rewarding it is to work for the City of Fresno: https://youtu.be/RjOUf52KPrk?si=NmkwtgYbTxdKcKOz

THE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to be placed in the qualified pool of candidates:

Possession of a high school diploma or GED

AND

One (1) year of full-time paid experience as a Phlebotomist in an in-patient or out-patient setting.

Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician by the California State Department of Health Services is required at the time of appointment.

Applicants who already possess the certificate at the time of application may attach a copy to their application.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The work experience section MUST be completed with detailed duties, dates and weekly hours worked for each title held. Please SPECIFY THE PHLEBOTOMIST DUTIES with which you have experience on your application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application and will not be used to evaluate minimum requirements. Applications lacking a completed work experience section may be rejected.

Possession of a valid California Drivers License is required at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire will be required to provide proof of a valid drivers license and current copy of their driving record.

The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a department interview, an extensive background investigation including Computer Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) and/or polygraph test, and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may be referred to the hiring department for further consideration. No competitive examination process will be conducted for this temporary position.

How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage. If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.

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Non- Supervisory White Collar

The Fresno City Employees Association, Inc. (FCEA)

BENEFIT

DESCRIPTION

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

VACATION LEAVE

Accrue 8 - 15 hours per month based on years of service

SICK LEAVE

8 hours per month, available after 90 days.

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK

40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum

HOLIDAYS

Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY

Provided through California SDI program

BILINGUAL PREMIUM

PAY: $100 per month

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)

Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 100 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.

RETIREMENT -City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program):an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at

https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.

01

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess One (1) year of full-time paid experience as a Phlebotomist in an in-patient or out-patient setting?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician by the California State Department of Health Services? If yes, please attach copy of certification to your application.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Fresno

Address 2600 Fresno St., Personnel Services Department

Fresno, California, 93721

Phone 559-621-6950

Website https://www.fresno.gov/