Hearing & Vision Tester 10 Month - Baltimore City Health Department

Hearing & Vision Tester 10 Month - Baltimore City Health Department page is loaded## Hearing & Vision Tester 10 Month - Baltimore City Health Departmentlocations: 1001 E Fayette Sttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: June 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0016502**Salary Range:*****$31,320.00 - $32,729.00 Annually******Starting Pay:******$31,320.00 Annually*****Get to Know Us** Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or are interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here:**Job Summary:**A Hearing and Vision Tester (10 Months) test the hearing and vision of school children in Baltimore City. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional work week. Work is performed in school room settings where there is minimal exposure to environmental hazards. Work requires carrying heavy audio and/or visual testing equipment in and out of school buildings.**Minimum Qualifications:** ***On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:*****Education:** Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.**AND****Experience:** Have one year of experience providing services to children or families in a health, education or social services setting.**OR****Equivalency Notes:** Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.**Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates:** Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. **PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.****NOTE:** **YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.****\*\*APPLICATION DEADLINE:** *Please submit your application no later than* *12:00 AM* *on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.***Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:*** Ability to learn the objectives and techniques of a hearing and vision testing program.* Ability to learn the skills required to operate the Audiometer, Good-Lite, Snellen Vision Chart and other vision screening equipment.* Ability to work quickly and thoroughly.* Ability to establish satisfactory relations with and solicit cooperation from children.* Ability to deal effectively with school principals, nurses and teachers.* Ability to maintain accurate records.**Additional Information****Background Check** Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.**Probation**All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.**Eligibility**Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final. **Education Accreditation**Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at Process**All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order. **Examination Process**Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. **Your Recruiter: Jewel Glenn***If you have any questions please contact **Jewel Glenn, HR Specialist I** via email at* ***View email address on click.appcast.io******.***Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.**BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER** We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! #J-18808-Ljbffr