Drug Screening Associate Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $17.54 - $22.47 Hourly
Location : Lincoln, NE
Job Type: Full time/probationary or status
Job Number: 202600368C
Department: Community Corrections
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Closing Date: 7/26/2026 11:59 PM Central
Job Posting Information
We are hiring one full time drug screening technician for observation of MALE clients only. Hours for the position will be 5:15 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. with a 30 minute lunch. Monday through Friday with occasional weekends and holidays.
This position involves the direct observation of clients participating in a urine drug screening program.
Nature of Work/Examples of Work Performed
This is human service work in a community corrections program performing drug screening work with the responsibility of utilizing various testing methods and reporting the results to the designated parties.
Provides frequent and random on-site and community drug testing, directly observes same-gender client drug testing, sends urine specimens to prescribed laboratory as directed, documents and records data, and follows drug testing procedures and policies at all times.
Individuals of diverse backgrounds and language skills are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications/Necessary Special Requirements
Qualifications: Graduation from a senior high school or equivalent and some experience with the criminal justice system either in an employed status or as an intern or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills.
We value each Lancaster County employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees' professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position:

• Pay increases are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance.

• We encourage a healthy work-life balance by offering 10 days of vacation leave and 13 days of sick leave that begin accruing upon hire plus 11 paid holidays and 20 hours of non-cumulative personal holidays per calendar year.

• All medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait!

• 30 days of Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance Programs offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching.

• Up to 3 days of Funeral and Bereavement Leave

• $30,000 of Life Insurance

• 401(a) Retirement Plan. When you make an 8% contribution, the County will match your contribution 100%.

• Employer provided Post Employment Health Plan for eligible medical expenses

• Optional benefits include:
  • Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Allstate Voluntary Plans
  • Supplemental Term Life
  • Deferred Compensation Plans

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CONFIDENTIALITY DISCLOSURE AND APPLICATION COMPLETION ACKNOWLEDGMENT:This application process uses a combination of automated and hand scoring of all application materials against screening criteria that have been established by the employer.1. I understand that if I have not completely and fully answered all application questions and/or supplemental questions with details, I may not receive full credit for my education and/or experience.2. Further, I understand that merely referring to my resume (e.g. "see resume" in lieu of providing detailed responses) is not sufficient for purposes of ensuring accurate application evaluation.3. All employers, work and volunteer experience, and education described in the following Supplemental Questions must also be listed on the application.4. I understand that I am responsible for the accuracy and completeness of my application and my responses to the supplemental questions.

• Acknowledge

02
I understand this is a full time position, with hours being 5:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. with a 30 minute lunch. Monday thru Friday with occasional weekend shifts when neeed.

• Acknowledge

03
Did you graduate from high school or obtain an equivalent GED?

• Yes
• No

04
Indicate if you have college-level coursework or a degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or other related field. (This education must also be listed on your application.)

• None
• Coursework only
• Associate's degree or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree

05
Do you have experience working with the criminal justice system either in an employed status or as an intern?

• No experience
• Yes, less than 6 months experience
• Yes, 6 months to 2 years experience
• Yes, more than 2 years experience

06
If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work duties.
07
Do you have experience working with individuals in a community corrections program?

• No experience
• Yes, less than 6 months experience
• Yes, 6 months to 2 years experience
• Yes, more than 2 years experience

08
If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work duties.
09
Do you have training or experience working in the human services field?

• No experience
• Yes, less than 6 months training/experience
• Yes, 6 months to 2 years training/experience
• Yes, more than 2 years training/experience

10
If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work duties.
11
Do you have experience with urine analysis collection?

• Yes
• No

12
If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work duties.
13
Do you have training or experience using computer applications for data entry?

• Yes
• No

14
If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work duties.
15
Do you have experience working or interning in a Community-Based Criminal Justice Program?

• Yes
• No

16
If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work duties. (Be sure you list intern experience under the Employment history on your application.)
17
Do you have experience communicating with others for the purpose of problem solving or team consensus?

• Yes
• No

18
If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work duties.
19
Do you have training or experience on drug testing methodologies in a criminal justice setting?

• Yes
• No

20
If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work duties.
Required Question