USADA is seeking a dedicated and driven person to help our organization fulfill its mission to "Stand with athletes to champion their right to clean sport, inspire true and healthy sport, and promote the integrity of sport.” This is an incredibly exciting time to join Team USADA, as we continue to grow our Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Anti-Doping program and work to support major international competitions such as the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2024 (Paris), 2026 (Milan), and 2028 (Los Angeles). New team members will have the chance to help ensure USADA is well-positioned in the near and long term for these opportunities as we look to the future with our efforts to protect clean athletes. With the 2028 Games on domestic soil, there will also be opportunities and growth potential over the years for USADA team members to underpin the organizing committee’s commitment to a clean Games.FLSA: Non-ExemptSUPERVISES: N/AREPORTS TO: Doping Control Officer (DCO) Manager, Doping Control Officer (DCO) Regional Team Lead
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for various tasks related to conducting Doping Control in the field.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Accept, plan and manage doping control test assignments
Recruit, train and oversee Chaperones
Witness sample collection or overseeing the witnessing of the Sample Collection Process
Drive to various locations to perform urine and/or blood collections
Process athlete Samples according to USADA's protocol and procedures
Ensure accurate documentation/completion of the Doping Control Process
Ship processed Samples to the specified WADA certified laboratory
Submit all Sample Collection Documentation to USADA
Assist in the recruitment and training of Doping Control Officer candidates identified by USADA
Accountable to the most current version(s) of the DCO Manual, Sample Collection Documentation and other training resources
Participate in DCO evaluation and support program
Collect Samples on behalf of other agencies when requested by USADA
Ensure adequate control of Document, Record and Sample Collection Equipment
GENERAL:
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Have no affiliation with sample collection organizations outside of USADA
Keep USADA aware of issues in the field and/or any conflicts of interest
Recommend necessary updates and revisions to USADA protocol and procedures as related to Doping Control
Projects and other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Skills:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to:
Make decisions reflective of USADA's protocol and procedures
Multitask and to work accurately under pressure
Interact with internal and external customers
Travel, possibly at short notice, to conduct test assignments
Work flexible hours as needed
Access the Web for daily communication
Work in a diverse environment
Perform in a team environment
Meet deadlines and operate with limited supervision
Ability to stand, bend, and lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
Certification:
Successful completion of all USADA certification/recertification requirements
Pass bi-annual written and practical exams
Attend DCO training sessions, meetings, conferences
Valid Driver’s License
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Work experience in Allied Health Professions w/certification and/or License
(Athletic Trainer, Physical Therapist, Registered Nurse, Paramedics, Phlebotomist, etc.) Male candidates strongly preferred as this role will provide urine sample collection and observation from male clients. Job Type: Part-timeDCO Benefits:
401k with 7% company contribution
Employee Assistance Program: Gives you and your family members access to confidential personal support.
Training and Certification: USADA provides paid training for the DCO position.