Doping Control Officer (DCO)

REPORTS TO:

Doping Control Officer (DCO) Manager

Doping Control Officer (DCO) Regional Team Lead

DIRECT SUPERVISOR OF:

N/A

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for various tasks related to conducting Doping Control in the field.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan and manage doping control test assignments

Recruit, train and oversee Chaperones

Witness sample collection or overseeing the witnessing of the Sample Collection Process

Ability 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

Ship all Sample Collection Documentation to USADA

Attend DCO training sessions and meetings

Pass all certification/recertification requirements

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

Keep USADA aware of issues in the field

Keep USADA aware of conflicts of interest

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

Recommend necessary updates and revisions to USADA protocol and procedures as related to Doping Control

Projects and other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Have no affiliation with sample collection organizations outside of USADA

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to make decisions reflective of USADA's protocol and procedures

Ability to multitask and to work accurately under pressure

Ability to interact with internal and external customers

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work in a diverse environment

Able to perform in a team environment

Able to meet deadlines and operate with limited supervision

Successful completion of certification requirements

Ability to travel, possibly at short notice, to conduct test assignments

Ability to work flexible hours as needed

Proficiency in MS Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Able to access the Web for daily communication

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Work experience in athletics and sport

Bilingual in Spanish and/or Portuguese

Accredited phlebotomy license/certification and/or Registered Nurse (RN)