LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5216R FILING START DATE September 9, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES : The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four (4) hospitals and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov THE MISSION: “To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.” DEFINITION: Provides comprehensive in-service education services to a nursing organization. Essential Job Functions Leads clinical system optimization efforts by developing, planning, and recommending strategy related to improvements of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system and promotes consistency in implementation by regularly referencing enterprise, site and department policies and expected practices at each step of a project including proposal, design, build, and launch. Collaborates with enterprise business leaders and/or groups to discuss and understand changes needed to meet practice, regulatory, and enterprise objectives to be made to the EHR system that will help meet business priorities and strategizes how to get those changes implemented and functional in the EHR system. Identifies current workflows and develops or proposes future state workflows to support standardized clinical operations utilizing existing resources and technology. Formulates and develops plans, procedures, and program content designed to meet specifically identified training needs and change management challenges for the EHR System. Conducts formal instruction in the more difficult or complex EHR system areas of nursing technology requiring knowledge and understanding of the scientific principles and the theoretical concepts underlying specific nursing procedures or techniques, or in a broad range of subjects which may include not only nursing theory, but supervisory principles and practices. Identifies and analyzes on an ongoing basis, the training needs and problems of varied levels and categories of nursing personnel for the EHR system. Plans, develops, and implements the use of evaluation tools to measure the effectiveness of training effort and modifies training content and/or methodology for the EHR system. Develops EHR system related course content and the selection of teaching methods designed to achieve established education objectives, the conduct of formal classroom and clinical instruction, and evaluates their effectiveness. Provides go-live support and assists end users with new technology and workflow processes to improve use and adoption based on project/optimization needs. Communicates to the local implementation support structure at various facilities and coordinates with resources to achieve organizational change management goals. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: A License to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. A current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certificate issued by the American Heart Association. Two (2) years of nursing education experience as a nursing instructor* or its equivalent, in the field of informatics.** CERTIFICATE(S) AND LICENSE(S) INFORMATION; A current active license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Please ensure the Certification and License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. The required license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs, California Board of Registered Nursing will be verified at the following website: https://search.dca.ca.gov . Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their Registered Nurse License Number from that state on the application without the required license number will not be considered. A current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to Germine Margosian at gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or you will be rejected. Please include your full name (as it appears on your application), the exam number, and the exam title in the email message . A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Experience as a nursing instructor is defined in Los Angeles County as: Develops specialized training programs or educational course content for a group of employees and students, presents this content in a formal learning situation, supervises the clinical use of an application in a clinical setting, and evaluates effectiveness of the training in achieving predetermined training objectives under technical supervision. **Informatics experience involves the support of an Electronic Health Record (EHR)/Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system including, but not limited to, Oracle Cerner, Epic, Meditech, Allscripts or Athenahealth. County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience will be considered for this examination. Those claiming out-of-class experience should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out-of-class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and/or performance evaluations in order to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and the BLS Certification must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to the appointment. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications in excess of the Selection Requirements: A Bachelor of Science degree*** from an accredited college/university in Nursing or Health Care Administration, Nursing Informatics, or related field. A Master of Science degree*** from an accredited college/university in Nursing or Health Care Administration, Nursing Informatics, or related field. Hands-on experience in EHR/EMR implementation. Additional year(s) of experience beyond the Selection Requirements. ***In order to receive credit for a college degree on this examination, you must include a legible photocopy of your “official” Diploma(s), “official” transcripts, or “official” letter(s) from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I : An evaluation of education and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 50%. Part II: An oral interview designed to evaluate interpersonal and verbal communication skills, job preparation, leadership skills and general knowledge and abilities to perform the duties of the position, weighted 50%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of this examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment . Utilizing the VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements to serve as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Do not group your experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed . If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Please note that the Department of Health Services requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed in the posted Requirements as their principal work activity . It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT Germine Margosian, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5216R FILING START DATE September 9, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES : The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four (4) hospitals and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov THE MISSION: “To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.” DEFINITION: Provides comprehensive in-service education services to a nursing organization. Essential Job Functions Leads clinical system optimization efforts by developing, planning, and recommending strategy related to improvements of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system and promotes consistency in implementation by regularly referencing enterprise, site and department policies and expected practices at each step of a project including proposal, design, build, and launch. Collaborates with enterprise business leaders and/or groups to discuss and understand changes needed to meet practice, regulatory, and enterprise objectives to be made to the EHR system that will help meet business priorities and strategizes how to get those changes implemented and functional in the EHR system. Identifies current workflows and develops or proposes future state workflows to support standardized clinical operations utilizing existing resources and technology. Formulates and develops plans, procedures, and program content designed to meet specifically identified training needs and change management challenges for the EHR System. Conducts formal instruction in the more difficult or complex EHR system areas of nursing technology requiring knowledge and understanding of the scientific principles and the theoretical concepts underlying specific nursing procedures or techniques, or in a broad range of subjects which may include not only nursing theory, but supervisory principles and practices. Identifies and analyzes on an ongoing basis, the training needs and problems of varied levels and categories of nursing personnel for the EHR system. Plans, develops, and implements the use of evaluation tools to measure the effectiveness of training effort and modifies training content and/or methodology for the EHR system. Develops EHR system related course content and the selection of teaching methods designed to achieve established education objectives, the conduct of formal classroom and clinical instruction, and evaluates their effectiveness. Provides go-live support and assists end users with new technology and workflow processes to improve use and adoption based on project/optimization needs. Communicates to the local implementation support structure at various facilities and coordinates with resources to achieve organizational change management goals. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: A License to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. A current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certificate issued by the American Heart Association. Two (2) years of nursing education experience as a nursing instructor* or its equivalent, in the field of informatics.** CERTIFICATE(S) AND LICENSE(S) INFORMATION; A current active license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Please ensure the Certification and License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. The required license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs, California Board of Registered Nursing will be verified at the following website: https://search.dca.ca.gov . Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their Registered Nurse License Number from that state on the application without the required license number will not be considered. A current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to Germine Margosian at gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or you will be rejected. Please include your full name (as it appears on your application), the exam number, and the exam title in the email message . A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Experience as a nursing instructor is defined in Los Angeles County as: Develops specialized training programs or educational course content for a group of employees and students, presents this content in a formal learning situation, supervises the clinical use of an application in a clinical setting, and evaluates effectiveness of the training in achieving predetermined training objectives under technical supervision. **Informatics experience involves the support of an Electronic Health Record (EHR)/Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system including, but not limited to, Oracle Cerner, Epic, Meditech, Allscripts or Athenahealth. County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience will be considered for this examination. Those claiming out-of-class experience should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out-of-class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and/or performance evaluations in order to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and the BLS Certification must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to the appointment. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications in excess of the Selection Requirements: A Bachelor of Science degree*** from an accredited college/university in Nursing or Health Care Administration, Nursing Informatics, or related field. A Master of Science degree*** from an accredited college/university in Nursing or Health Care Administration, Nursing Informatics, or related field. Hands-on experience in EHR/EMR implementation. Additional year(s) of experience beyond the Selection Requirements. ***In order to receive credit for a college degree on this examination, you must include a legible photocopy of your “official” Diploma(s), “official” transcripts, or “official” letter(s) from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I : An evaluation of education and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 50%. Part II: An oral interview designed to evaluate interpersonal and verbal communication skills, job preparation, leadership skills and general knowledge and abilities to perform the duties of the position, weighted 50%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of this examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment . Utilizing the VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements to serve as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Do not group your experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed . If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Please note that the Department of Health Services requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed in the posted Requirements as their principal work activity . It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT Germine Margosian, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH4629A FIRST DAY OF FILING: Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) This announcement is being reposted to reopen the filling period to allow additional application filing. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity No out of class experience will be accepted SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. DEFINITION: Manages a major section in the planning, development, coordination, implementation, and administration of departmental strategic health care program initiatives and projects. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to an executive level manager and are responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating the work of a section responsible for coordinating all departmental activity related to new and existing key healthcare programs. Positions allocable to this class are distinguished by one or more of the following: 1) enterprise level coordination of programs across multiple health facilities or units; 2) coordination of programs requiring extensive collaboration between DPH and other County departments or external agencies; and/or 3) coordination or programs that impact the system-wide delivery of health services. Essential Job Functions Conducts strategic planning and development to establish goals and objectives for County and Departmental efforts relevant to homelessness among women, including defining quality standards and developing work plans for meeting program deliverables. Manages and coordinates activities across the Department of Public Health to improve health outcomes for women of child-bearing age experiencing homelessness. Establishes and manages a Departmental workgroup (including Bureau Divisions/Offices and other key Departmental subject matter experts and stakeholders) concerning homelessness among women. Coordinates the workgroup to develop mission/value statements on the topic of homelessness among women. Coordinates the workgroup to develop policies and practices for the Department to better understand and serve this population in a measurable way. Designs and implements a data collection and analysis framework to understand homelessness and housing insecurity of women by race/ethnicity, age, health, disability, pregnancy status, and other key demographic indicators. Issues an annual report on the causes and health impacts of homelessness and housing insecurity. Uses report findings to make key recommendations to mitigate homelessness in women across Los Angeles County. Serves as a departmental liaison for cross-Departmental initiatives related to homelessness in women. Drafts responses to inquiries, Board motions, mandates, audits, and requests for information. Defines and manages quality standards and the design and implementation of oversight systems to ensure compliance and achievement of program deliverables for Medi-Cal and other funded SUD continuum services. Designs and implements strategies to expand access to care for youth and adults needing SUD continuum services and develops verification systems and processes to substantiate expansion at the provider- and patient-levels. Manages development of new and expanded partnerships with contractors, vendors, local government agencies, State oversight agencies, and other stakeholders to advocate for the advancement and growth of SUD continuum of services as a critical component of behavioral health integration. Develop operational systems, including policies and procedures and technology platforms, to improve efficiency and usability of beneficiary, financial, contractual, clinical, and programmatic information, and data to achieve performance metrics. Advocates for Los Angeles County priorities with State and other County leadership on behavioral health administrative issues and provide written and verbal recommendations to advance the SUD continuum field and County objectives. Designs and manages performance metrics for internal and external functions and to prepare SUD network providers for performance-based contracts and reimbursement. Represents the Department and serves as subject matter expert on programmatic and operational issues on County task forces, workgroups and planning committees related to SUD continuum services, and identifies and resolves technical and programmatic issues involving stakeholders. Serves as a departmental liaison and directs and coordinates among the three Health Departments (Health Services and Mental Health) responses to inquiries, Board motions, mandates, audits, and requests for information. Manages and coordinates activities across the Department of Public Health to improve health outcomes for workers in the County. Develops policies and practices that ensures Department-wide learning, implementation, and monitoring. Oversees and establishes the design and implementation of data collection and analysis related to worker health and safety. Oversees and supports the Public Health Councils, a Departmental program that engages the business sectors and community partners to implement peer-to-peer education, identify Health Officer Order (HOO) violations, and increase compliance with HOO at worksites. Serves as a departmental liaison and directs and coordinates among the three Health Departments (Health Services and Mental Health) responses to inquiries, Board motions, mandates, audits, and requests for information related to worker safety and advancing the work of community health workers. Represents the Department and serves as subject matter expert (SME) on programmatic issues on County task forces, workgroups, and planning committees related to worker health and safety among public, private, and community-based partners. Identifies and resolves technical and programmatic issues involving stakeholders. Conducts policy research and drafts an annual policy agenda aimed at worker health and safety. Oversees the preparation of Board letters and reports and other correspondence and documents. Advises executive and senior managers on critical issues related to worker health and safety policy and programming for Public Health and partner programs. Manages the department’s wellness initiatives by developing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the improvement of health and wellbeing outcomes for departmental employees; and leads the research and evaluation of new programs in response to emergent needs in the Department while aligning to countywide programs and efforts; and may manage and supervise a small team of coordinators and analysts. Directs existing wellness programs and leads departmental management and wellness teams to identify departmental health and wellbeing needs via surveys, employee engagement meetings, departmental feedback, Public Health Transformation Advocates, Union engagements, etc., and directs the research, development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and wellness models in response to employee concerns and emerging needs. Oversees and is responsible for developing department-specific wellness programs to improve the health and wellbeing of departmental employees; collaborates with the Department of Human Resources, other County departments, organizations, to source or procure programs, consultants, materials, etc., to support the implementation and ongoing wellness programs within the Department. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: Four years of progressively responsible experience* in a staff capacity** analyzing, evaluating, coordinating, and making recommendations for a variety of healthcare programs for a large integrated healthcare delivery system, one year of which must have included supervisory experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Staff Analyst, Health***, Assistant Hospital Administrator IV****, or higher. OPTION II: Four years of progressively responsible experience* in a staff capacity** analyzing, evaluating, coordinating, and making recommendations for a variety of human services programs for a social services provider, one year of which must have included supervisory experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Staff Analyst, Health***, or higher. LICENSE: A valid California Class "C" Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2- Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Desirable Qualifications: 1. A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Health, Public Health Administration, or a closely related field is highly desirable.***** 2. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Health, Public Health Administration, or a closely related field is highly desirable.***** 3. Additional points will be awarded for additional experience beyond the Minimum Requirements. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Progressively responsible experience is defined as work experience that clearly shows an upward progression in the level of duties and responsibilities from one job to the next. **In the County of Los Angeles, Staff capacity is defined as work in an advisory capacity to line managers to provide program and administrative support. Work includes assisting and supporting administration by doing research, analysis, and making recommendations to line managers on matters such as: utilization of personnel; allocation of funds; workload and workload fluctuations; and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. Work under general supervision of the line or division manager. *** Senior Staff Analyst , Health Supervises a team of analysts providing technical and consultative service to management in major health service areas. **** Assistant Hospital Administrator IV a ssists in the administration of a large County hospital, by managing and coordinating the supporting services for patient care programs of a major area of the hospital. *****In order to receive credit for the Bachelor's or Master's Degree , you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcript(s), or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application at the time of filing, or e-mail to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. In the "Subject" of the e-mail please type the Exam Number and Exam Title. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Once we have determined that you meet the requirements described above, our examination process will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the requirements listed above and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination (evaluation of education and experience) in order to be added to the Eligible Register (hiring list) for consideration of employment. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. SPECIAL INFORMATION: APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: How to Apply Applications must be submitted ONLINE ONLY. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 pm deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Apply online by clicking on the " Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements . Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely and correctly to receive full credit for any relevant education, training, and job experience you include. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED . IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator/ . NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 24, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH4629A FIRST DAY OF FILING: Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) This announcement is being reposted to reopen the filling period to allow additional application filing. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity No out of class experience will be accepted SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. DEFINITION: Manages a major section in the planning, development, coordination, implementation, and administration of departmental strategic health care program initiatives and projects. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to an executive level manager and are responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating the work of a section responsible for coordinating all departmental activity related to new and existing key healthcare programs. Positions allocable to this class are distinguished by one or more of the following: 1) enterprise level coordination of programs across multiple health facilities or units; 2) coordination of programs requiring extensive collaboration between DPH and other County departments or external agencies; and/or 3) coordination or programs that impact the system-wide delivery of health services. Essential Job Functions Conducts strategic planning and development to establish goals and objectives for County and Departmental efforts relevant to homelessness among women, including defining quality standards and developing work plans for meeting program deliverables. Manages and coordinates activities across the Department of Public Health to improve health outcomes for women of child-bearing age experiencing homelessness. Establishes and manages a Departmental workgroup (including Bureau Divisions/Offices and other key Departmental subject matter experts and stakeholders) concerning homelessness among women. Coordinates the workgroup to develop mission/value statements on the topic of homelessness among women. Coordinates the workgroup to develop policies and practices for the Department to better understand and serve this population in a measurable way. Designs and implements a data collection and analysis framework to understand homelessness and housing insecurity of women by race/ethnicity, age, health, disability, pregnancy status, and other key demographic indicators. Issues an annual report on the causes and health impacts of homelessness and housing insecurity. Uses report findings to make key recommendations to mitigate homelessness in women across Los Angeles County. Serves as a departmental liaison for cross-Departmental initiatives related to homelessness in women. Drafts responses to inquiries, Board motions, mandates, audits, and requests for information. Defines and manages quality standards and the design and implementation of oversight systems to ensure compliance and achievement of program deliverables for Medi-Cal and other funded SUD continuum services. Designs and implements strategies to expand access to care for youth and adults needing SUD continuum services and develops verification systems and processes to substantiate expansion at the provider- and patient-levels. Manages development of new and expanded partnerships with contractors, vendors, local government agencies, State oversight agencies, and other stakeholders to advocate for the advancement and growth of SUD continuum of services as a critical component of behavioral health integration. Develop operational systems, including policies and procedures and technology platforms, to improve efficiency and usability of beneficiary, financial, contractual, clinical, and programmatic information, and data to achieve performance metrics. Advocates for Los Angeles County priorities with State and other County leadership on behavioral health administrative issues and provide written and verbal recommendations to advance the SUD continuum field and County objectives. Designs and manages performance metrics for internal and external functions and to prepare SUD network providers for performance-based contracts and reimbursement. Represents the Department and serves as subject matter expert on programmatic and operational issues on County task forces, workgroups and planning committees related to SUD continuum services, and identifies and resolves technical and programmatic issues involving stakeholders. Serves as a departmental liaison and directs and coordinates among the three Health Departments (Health Services and Mental Health) responses to inquiries, Board motions, mandates, audits, and requests for information. Manages and coordinates activities across the Department of Public Health to improve health outcomes for workers in the County. Develops policies and practices that ensures Department-wide learning, implementation, and monitoring. Oversees and establishes the design and implementation of data collection and analysis related to worker health and safety. Oversees and supports the Public Health Councils, a Departmental program that engages the business sectors and community partners to implement peer-to-peer education, identify Health Officer Order (HOO) violations, and increase compliance with HOO at worksites. Serves as a departmental liaison and directs and coordinates among the three Health Departments (Health Services and Mental Health) responses to inquiries, Board motions, mandates, audits, and requests for information related to worker safety and advancing the work of community health workers. Represents the Department and serves as subject matter expert (SME) on programmatic issues on County task forces, workgroups, and planning committees related to worker health and safety among public, private, and community-based partners. Identifies and resolves technical and programmatic issues involving stakeholders. Conducts policy research and drafts an annual policy agenda aimed at worker health and safety. Oversees the preparation of Board letters and reports and other correspondence and documents. Advises executive and senior managers on critical issues related to worker health and safety policy and programming for Public Health and partner programs. Manages the department’s wellness initiatives by developing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the improvement of health and wellbeing outcomes for departmental employees; and leads the research and evaluation of new programs in response to emergent needs in the Department while aligning to countywide programs and efforts; and may manage and supervise a small team of coordinators and analysts. Directs existing wellness programs and leads departmental management and wellness teams to identify departmental health and wellbeing needs via surveys, employee engagement meetings, departmental feedback, Public Health Transformation Advocates, Union engagements, etc., and directs the research, development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and wellness models in response to employee concerns and emerging needs. Oversees and is responsible for developing department-specific wellness programs to improve the health and wellbeing of departmental employees; collaborates with the Department of Human Resources, other County departments, organizations, to source or procure programs, consultants, materials, etc., to support the implementation and ongoing wellness programs within the Department. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: Four years of progressively responsible experience* in a staff capacity** analyzing, evaluating, coordinating, and making recommendations for a variety of healthcare programs for a large integrated healthcare delivery system, one year of which must have included supervisory experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Staff Analyst, Health***, Assistant Hospital Administrator IV****, or higher. OPTION II: Four years of progressively responsible experience* in a staff capacity** analyzing, evaluating, coordinating, and making recommendations for a variety of human services programs for a social services provider, one year of which must have included supervisory experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Staff Analyst, Health***, or higher. LICENSE: A valid California Class "C" Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2- Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Desirable Qualifications: 1. A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Health, Public Health Administration, or a closely related field is highly desirable.***** 2. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Health, Public Health Administration, or a closely related field is highly desirable.***** 3. Additional points will be awarded for additional experience beyond the Minimum Requirements. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Progressively responsible experience is defined as work experience that clearly shows an upward progression in the level of duties and responsibilities from one job to the next. **In the County of Los Angeles, Staff capacity is defined as work in an advisory capacity to line managers to provide program and administrative support. Work includes assisting and supporting administration by doing research, analysis, and making recommendations to line managers on matters such as: utilization of personnel; allocation of funds; workload and workload fluctuations; and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. Work under general supervision of the line or division manager. *** Senior Staff Analyst , Health Supervises a team of analysts providing technical and consultative service to management in major health service areas. **** Assistant Hospital Administrator IV a ssists in the administration of a large County hospital, by managing and coordinating the supporting services for patient care programs of a major area of the hospital. *****In order to receive credit for the Bachelor's or Master's Degree , you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcript(s), or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application at the time of filing, or e-mail to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. In the "Subject" of the e-mail please type the Exam Number and Exam Title. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Once we have determined that you meet the requirements described above, our examination process will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the requirements listed above and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination (evaluation of education and experience) in order to be added to the Eligible Register (hiring list) for consideration of employment. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. SPECIAL INFORMATION: APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: How to Apply Applications must be submitted ONLINE ONLY. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 pm deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Apply online by clicking on the " Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements . Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely and correctly to receive full credit for any relevant education, training, and job experience you include. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED . IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator/ . NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information E XAM NUMBER W2525Y Reposting information This announcement is a reposting to update the exam content and vacancy information. When to Submit Your Application Filing starts Wednesday , February 2, 2022 at 7:00 a.m., (PT). This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice. Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive Job Opportunity No out-of-class experience will be accepted. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits . Who We Are: The Internal Services Department (ISD) plays a major role in supporting all County of Los Angeles departments and commissions. With an annual budget of over $873 million and 2,183 budgeted positions along with over 5,120 contracted workers of varying professions in facilities management, information technology, environmental, administrative, purchasing and contracting, ISD is the County's trusted partner and provider of choice. The Opportunity We are looking for an ambitious, self-motivated candidate to fill our vacancy for Senior Application Developer in the Customer Applications Branch, Strategic Software Solutions Division. The Senior Application Developer p erforms a wide range of application development related duties including analysis, design, evaluation, development, coding, testing and maintenance of complex application systems. Essential Job Functions What you will do as a Senior Application Developer : Designs and develops complex application programs by coding, testing, and debugging in order to create new business applications and interfaces or maintain/enhance existing business applications according to program specifications. Develops project plans covering system architecture, conversion, integration, testing, and implementation for a system or complex enhancement to a system; analyzing user requirements. Scheduling staff, timelines, and resources ensuring products/services are delivered in an efficient and cost effective manner. Develops specifications for complex systems by having client discussions. Analyze user requirements, designing architecture, documenting processes. Identifying infrastructure and technology to communicate and document the scope and design of the system. Performs unit and integration testing for complex application development/modification by writing automated tests or performing manual tests to ensure the system works properly and meets system specifications. Extracts/transforms/loads data by writing queries, scripts, and programs in order meet system data needs. Performs quality assurance activities by reviewing code, user interfaces, accessibility, security to verify the product/service meets programming, customer, usability, security standards. Prepares and validates technical documents and user manuals by compiling system requirements; creating charts/diagrams. Writing and reviewing technical documents with partners to ensure proper system maintenance and technical knowledge transfer of the system. Resolves technical problems by identifying, analyzing, and coordinating the process of correcting complex application/system problems to ensure products/services are functioning as required or intended. Participates in developing application development methodologies and standards by discussing ideas with team members. Evaluating strengths/weakness of different approaches and providing recommendations to improve team performance and work quality. Reviews vendor/contractor performance by communicating with vendors/contractors and evaluating actions/deliverables to ensure product and service delivery. Requirements Requirement to Qualify Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field* and four (4) years of recent** experience coding, testing, and debugging applications programs -OR- Two (2) year of experience at the level of Los Angeles County class of Application Developer II.*** License A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class 2 - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Special Requirement Information: *Closely related fields include Computer Engineering; Computer Information Systems; Computer Science and Engineering; Electrical Engineering and Computer Science; Management Information Systems; and Mathematics with Computer Science. Any degree that is not specifically listed will be reviewed by IT subject matter expert to determine whether the degree is qualifying. ** Recent is defined as experience gained within the last five (5) years. ***Experience at the level of an Application Developer II in the service of Los Angeles County is defined as under general supervision, analyzes, designs, evaluates, develops, codes, tests, and maintains application systems. We would like for you to submit proof of education along with the application. Acceptable documents are: A photocopy of diploma or official transcript OR A verification or confirmation letter from the school's Registrar's Office on the official letter head of the school, with college or university seal. It should indicate that the student has completed all the academic requirements All documents should clearly indicate the degree in English language and the date when the degree was conferred or awarded. Desirable qualifications Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the following technologies and practices: Application development (Ruby, PHP, Go, MySQL, Hadoop, ReactJS, NadeJS, R) Scripting (Powershell, Python, Bash, Ruby, and Perl) Version control systems (Git, Bit Bucket, SVN, Mercurial, and Perforce) Server software (RHEL, Nginx, AWS, and Rackspace) Web services and APIs, RESTful, SOAP Mobile application interfaces Agile development Continuous integration for real-time testing and diagnosis Rspec for testing Design patterns, UML, UX Automates software deployment and configuration management Creates code assets and tools to accelerate customer project Coaches customer and partner teams to be self-sufficient Additional Information Our Assessment Process If you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in the following two (2) parts: PART I: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 40%, assessing: Achievement Adapting to Change Analyzing Information Coping with Uncertainty Generating New Ideas Learning Quickly Professional Potential Responsibility Using Time Efficiently Willingness to Learn Working to High Quality Standards Working Relationships Deductive Reasoning PART II: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60%, measuring three Professional/Technical Knowledge areas: Programming Concepts - covering the following topics: Algorithms, Complex Data Types, Data Access, Productivity and Quality, Program Flow, Program Structure, Programming Paradigms, User Interface, and Various, Data Types, and Operators. JavaScript- covering the following topics: Control statements, loops and comparisons, Data types, scope and operators, Syntax, variables and comments, Object oriented programming, objects and functions, Multimedia and forms, JavaScript HTML DOM, JavaScript browser BOM. RESTful Web Services - covering the following topics: Architecture, REST features, Handling requests, Working with return types, Entity translation, Producing responses, Filters and interceptors, Security. Applicant may be invited to participate in both Part I and II. However, only those that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I, will have Part II scored. You must achieve a score of 70% or higher on the assessment in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. Test Preparation: There are websites that may help you prepare for the assessments. One is our Online Test Prep site, located at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. Another resource is the SHL website, located at https://www.shldirect.com/en/practice-tests. While the sites will help you in preparing for tests, we advise you to review all related materials you deem necessary. Selective Certification In accordance with TITLE 5 - PERSONNEL, APPENDIX 1, the Internal Services Department (ISD) is canvassing applicants to identify eligible candidates who have the experience in the following areas: Enterprise Content Management Electronic Forms Candidates should be prepared to respond to a supplemental questionnaire during the application process. In order to be considered for placement on any Selective Certification lists for one or more of these areas, you are required to complete the associated supplemental questions. Your request to be place on any selective certification list will be rejected if you do not complete the supplemental questions. The experience you claim in the supplemental questions must be consistent with the information you provide in your application. Candidates who pass the examination and meet the criteria identified in the supplemental questions will be placed on the Selective Certification list for that area. NOTE: Many important notifications such as test invitation, and other special information are only communicated via email. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Moreover, please add hvasquez@isd.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, and talentcentral@shl.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. The County of Los Angeles will not consider allegations of not receiving the email notification as an acceptable reason to authorize a reschedule or late exam administration. Eligibility Information The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the assessment will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Passing this examination and being placed on the Eligible Register do not guarantee an offer of employment. Vacancy Information The resulting register will be used to fill a vacancy in the Customer Applications Branch, Strategic Software Solutions Division of the Internal Services Department. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. We will begin receiving applications on Wednesday, February 3, 2022 at 7:00 a.m. (PT). This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements to Qualify as listed on this bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Fair Chance Initiative The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. COVID-19 Vaccination All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Have questions about anything listed above? Department Contact Name: Hugo Vasquez Department Contact Phone: (562) 940-2458 Department Fax: (323) 780-9006 Department Contact Email: hvasquez@isd.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 267-2432 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Mar 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information E XAM NUMBER W2525Y Reposting information This announcement is a reposting to update the exam content and vacancy information. When to Submit Your Application Filing starts Wednesday , February 2, 2022 at 7:00 a.m., (PT). This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice. Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive Job Opportunity No out-of-class experience will be accepted. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits . Who We Are: The Internal Services Department (ISD) plays a major role in supporting all County of Los Angeles departments and commissions. With an annual budget of over $873 million and 2,183 budgeted positions along with over 5,120 contracted workers of varying professions in facilities management, information technology, environmental, administrative, purchasing and contracting, ISD is the County's trusted partner and provider of choice. The Opportunity We are looking for an ambitious, self-motivated candidate to fill our vacancy for Senior Application Developer in the Customer Applications Branch, Strategic Software Solutions Division. The Senior Application Developer p erforms a wide range of application development related duties including analysis, design, evaluation, development, coding, testing and maintenance of complex application systems. Essential Job Functions What you will do as a Senior Application Developer : Designs and develops complex application programs by coding, testing, and debugging in order to create new business applications and interfaces or maintain/enhance existing business applications according to program specifications. Develops project plans covering system architecture, conversion, integration, testing, and implementation for a system or complex enhancement to a system; analyzing user requirements. Scheduling staff, timelines, and resources ensuring products/services are delivered in an efficient and cost effective manner. Develops specifications for complex systems by having client discussions. Analyze user requirements, designing architecture, documenting processes. Identifying infrastructure and technology to communicate and document the scope and design of the system. Performs unit and integration testing for complex application development/modification by writing automated tests or performing manual tests to ensure the system works properly and meets system specifications. Extracts/transforms/loads data by writing queries, scripts, and programs in order meet system data needs. Performs quality assurance activities by reviewing code, user interfaces, accessibility, security to verify the product/service meets programming, customer, usability, security standards. Prepares and validates technical documents and user manuals by compiling system requirements; creating charts/diagrams. Writing and reviewing technical documents with partners to ensure proper system maintenance and technical knowledge transfer of the system. Resolves technical problems by identifying, analyzing, and coordinating the process of correcting complex application/system problems to ensure products/services are functioning as required or intended. Participates in developing application development methodologies and standards by discussing ideas with team members. Evaluating strengths/weakness of different approaches and providing recommendations to improve team performance and work quality. Reviews vendor/contractor performance by communicating with vendors/contractors and evaluating actions/deliverables to ensure product and service delivery. Requirements Requirement to Qualify Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field* and four (4) years of recent** experience coding, testing, and debugging applications programs -OR- Two (2) year of experience at the level of Los Angeles County class of Application Developer II.*** License A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class 2 - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Special Requirement Information: *Closely related fields include Computer Engineering; Computer Information Systems; Computer Science and Engineering; Electrical Engineering and Computer Science; Management Information Systems; and Mathematics with Computer Science. Any degree that is not specifically listed will be reviewed by IT subject matter expert to determine whether the degree is qualifying. ** Recent is defined as experience gained within the last five (5) years. ***Experience at the level of an Application Developer II in the service of Los Angeles County is defined as under general supervision, analyzes, designs, evaluates, develops, codes, tests, and maintains application systems. We would like for you to submit proof of education along with the application. Acceptable documents are: A photocopy of diploma or official transcript OR A verification or confirmation letter from the school's Registrar's Office on the official letter head of the school, with college or university seal. It should indicate that the student has completed all the academic requirements All documents should clearly indicate the degree in English language and the date when the degree was conferred or awarded. Desirable qualifications Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the following technologies and practices: Application development (Ruby, PHP, Go, MySQL, Hadoop, ReactJS, NadeJS, R) Scripting (Powershell, Python, Bash, Ruby, and Perl) Version control systems (Git, Bit Bucket, SVN, Mercurial, and Perforce) Server software (RHEL, Nginx, AWS, and Rackspace) Web services and APIs, RESTful, SOAP Mobile application interfaces Agile development Continuous integration for real-time testing and diagnosis Rspec for testing Design patterns, UML, UX Automates software deployment and configuration management Creates code assets and tools to accelerate customer project Coaches customer and partner teams to be self-sufficient Additional Information Our Assessment Process If you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in the following two (2) parts: PART I: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 40%, assessing: Achievement Adapting to Change Analyzing Information Coping with Uncertainty Generating New Ideas Learning Quickly Professional Potential Responsibility Using Time Efficiently Willingness to Learn Working to High Quality Standards Working Relationships Deductive Reasoning PART II: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60%, measuring three Professional/Technical Knowledge areas: Programming Concepts - covering the following topics: Algorithms, Complex Data Types, Data Access, Productivity and Quality, Program Flow, Program Structure, Programming Paradigms, User Interface, and Various, Data Types, and Operators. JavaScript- covering the following topics: Control statements, loops and comparisons, Data types, scope and operators, Syntax, variables and comments, Object oriented programming, objects and functions, Multimedia and forms, JavaScript HTML DOM, JavaScript browser BOM. RESTful Web Services - covering the following topics: Architecture, REST features, Handling requests, Working with return types, Entity translation, Producing responses, Filters and interceptors, Security. Applicant may be invited to participate in both Part I and II. However, only those that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I, will have Part II scored. You must achieve a score of 70% or higher on the assessment in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. Test Preparation: There are websites that may help you prepare for the assessments. One is our Online Test Prep site, located at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. Another resource is the SHL website, located at https://www.shldirect.com/en/practice-tests. While the sites will help you in preparing for tests, we advise you to review all related materials you deem necessary. Selective Certification In accordance with TITLE 5 - PERSONNEL, APPENDIX 1, the Internal Services Department (ISD) is canvassing applicants to identify eligible candidates who have the experience in the following areas: Enterprise Content Management Electronic Forms Candidates should be prepared to respond to a supplemental questionnaire during the application process. In order to be considered for placement on any Selective Certification lists for one or more of these areas, you are required to complete the associated supplemental questions. Your request to be place on any selective certification list will be rejected if you do not complete the supplemental questions. The experience you claim in the supplemental questions must be consistent with the information you provide in your application. Candidates who pass the examination and meet the criteria identified in the supplemental questions will be placed on the Selective Certification list for that area. NOTE: Many important notifications such as test invitation, and other special information are only communicated via email. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Moreover, please add hvasquez@isd.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, and talentcentral@shl.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. The County of Los Angeles will not consider allegations of not receiving the email notification as an acceptable reason to authorize a reschedule or late exam administration. Eligibility Information The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the assessment will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Passing this examination and being placed on the Eligible Register do not guarantee an offer of employment. Vacancy Information The resulting register will be used to fill a vacancy in the Customer Applications Branch, Strategic Software Solutions Division of the Internal Services Department. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. We will begin receiving applications on Wednesday, February 3, 2022 at 7:00 a.m. (PT). This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements to Qualify as listed on this bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Fair Chance Initiative The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. COVID-19 Vaccination All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Have questions about anything listed above? Department Contact Name: Hugo Vasquez Department Contact Phone: (562) 940-2458 Department Fax: (323) 780-9006 Department Contact Email: hvasquez@isd.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 267-2432 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information REGISTERED NURSE I: $7,290.08 - $10,912.31 MONTHLY RELIEF NURSE: $57.41 to $60.60 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FILING DATES: 2/9/22, 8:00 A.M., PT, UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAM NUMBER: YELRN4 OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class typically report to higher-level nurses or providers. Incumbents apply recognized nursing principles and practices in providing professional nursing care and/or services under close supervision in a variety of settings. Duties are performed in accordance with specific instructions, departmental policies and procedures and established general written standards of nursing care. Positions are responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care as part of an interdisciplinary team. Incumbents serve as professional role models and may provide direction to others. Nursing practice at this level demonstrates the application of basic assessment skills; independent judgment and action; and adherence to patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. DEFINITION: This class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Essential Job Functions Follows established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. Complies with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements. Conducts self-assessment of performance and identifies own learning needs. Consistently seeks assistance and feedback regarding patient and clinical practice issues. Accepts personal accountability and demonstrates initiative in continuing to develop nursing knowledge and skills. Communicates and collaborates effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team as needed. Participates in patient care conferences, committee meetings, staff development, and education programs to increase or maintain professional competency. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional and clinical skills and competencies. Remains up-to-date on current professional skills, trends, and issues. Participates in performance improvement activities. Maintains courteous and respectful relationships with patients, families, and co-workers. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner. Respects patient rights; adheres to and protects patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. Completes and maintains accurate and legible documentation and records in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Reports and may intervene in incidents involving patients, visitors, or employees. Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises as needed the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technicians, clerical staff, and students. Assessment/Reassessment An ongoing process which is continuous for the duration of the patient's stay. Interviews patient and other individuals to collect information. Observes physical condition including physically examining the patient. Identifies economic, educational, and cultural barriers; patient values and beliefs; spiritual influences; and age specific and biophysical needs according to accepted standards of practice. Reviews all available information, including medical records, patient history, and other documentation. Documents all findings and observations. Initiates reassessment of patients as necessary when a patient is currently or potentially at physiologic, psychological, and psychosocial risk. Planning Formulates nursing care plans upon assessment and in accordance with provider orders, procedures and/or protocols. Prioritizes patient care needs and activities as a member of an interdisciplinary patient care team. Modifies plans of patient care based on reassessment findings, specific patient care needs, and/or changes in interdisciplinary treatment plan. Assists in discharge planning needs. Implementation Provides individualized and specialized nursing care and administers medications and treatments to patients as prescribed. Observes patient's response to interventions and treatments and monitors for side effects of medication administration. Recognizes and responds to changes in patient status timely and appropriately. Intervenes when situations call for immediate action. Communicates identified needs and patient responses to members of the interdisciplinary team. Evaluation/Monitoring Observes, evaluates, and communicates the effects of treatments and interventions. Reassesses and revises plan of care in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Communicates with patients and care givers regarding changes in patient care and treatment plans. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: *1. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -AND- **2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: License and Certification Information *To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -OR- have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Registered Nursing, within the United States of America. Applicants who have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Registered Nursing, within the United States of America, may compete in this examination; however, the names of such candidates will be withheld from the certification list pending receipt of the required license authorized by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Please ensure the Certification and License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s) and/or certification(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license(s) and certificate(s) as specified in the Selection Requirements. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and BLS certification must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to appointment. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. Successful candidates are required to provide proof of their Registered Nurse (RN) License and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate from the American Heart Association during the selection interview process. Candidates who do not provide proof of the required RN License and BLS, will be removed from the eligible register. Additional Information Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of a multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment weighted 100% covering: Responsibility Fostering Team Cohesion Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Graduate Potential Using Time Efficiently Working to High Quality Standards Adapting to Change Coping with Setbacks and Criticism Striving to Achieve After filing an application online, candidates will receive a link via email to take an unproctored online multiple-choice work-style assessment (WSA). Applications received by 2:00 PM, PT, will receive the link for the WSA the same day. Applications received after 2:00 PM, PT, or on Saturday or Sunday, will receive the link the next business day. It is suggested that you plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 2:00 PM, PT, deadline to receive the WSA link the same day. Applicants who pass the WSA will be added to the eligible register. Applicants who fail the WSA will be allowed to retake it 30 days from their failed attempt. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and pass the WSA with a score of 70% or higher to be added to the eligible register. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. TRANSFER OF ASSESSMENT AND/OR SIMULATION COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains assessment and/or simulation components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your assessment and/or simulation scores may be transferred. EXAM PREPARATION: Study guides and other assessment and/or simulation preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment exams. While the guides will help you prepare for the exam, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice exams may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Exam preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice exams are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ . You may also access test preparation materials for the computerized portion of the test by going to the website: https://www.shldirect.com/en/practice-tests. While these study guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review ALL related materials that you deem necessary. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Persons who pass the multiple-choice test may not compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months from the date they are added to the eligible register. If you have applied and did not meet the Requirements at the time of filing, or if you are not successful in passing the multiple-choice test, you may reapply 30 days from the date of your failed attempt. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION In accordance with TITLE 5 - PERSONNEL, APPENDIX 1 (Civil Service Rule 11.03) of the Los Angeles County Code, selective certification may be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. The following areas may require selective certification. 1. Adult Critical Care and Burn Unit 2. Emergency Room 3. Operating Room Specific knowledge of the specialized functional areas may be the subject of the departmental hiring interview. SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Various VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applicants may be required/prompted to verify their email address when logging on to file an application. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com.careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This feature is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advanced notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. DO NOT GROUP YOUR EXPERIENCE . For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be enough to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information REGISTERED NURSE I: $7,290.08 - $10,912.31 MONTHLY RELIEF NURSE: $57.41 to $60.60 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FILING DATES: 2/9/22, 8:00 A.M., PT, UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAM NUMBER: YELRN4 OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class typically report to higher-level nurses or providers. Incumbents apply recognized nursing principles and practices in providing professional nursing care and/or services under close supervision in a variety of settings. Duties are performed in accordance with specific instructions, departmental policies and procedures and established general written standards of nursing care. Positions are responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care as part of an interdisciplinary team. Incumbents serve as professional role models and may provide direction to others. Nursing practice at this level demonstrates the application of basic assessment skills; independent judgment and action; and adherence to patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. DEFINITION: This class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Essential Job Functions Follows established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. Complies with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements. Conducts self-assessment of performance and identifies own learning needs. Consistently seeks assistance and feedback regarding patient and clinical practice issues. Accepts personal accountability and demonstrates initiative in continuing to develop nursing knowledge and skills. Communicates and collaborates effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team as needed. Participates in patient care conferences, committee meetings, staff development, and education programs to increase or maintain professional competency. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional and clinical skills and competencies. Remains up-to-date on current professional skills, trends, and issues. Participates in performance improvement activities. Maintains courteous and respectful relationships with patients, families, and co-workers. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner. Respects patient rights; adheres to and protects patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. Completes and maintains accurate and legible documentation and records in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Reports and may intervene in incidents involving patients, visitors, or employees. Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises as needed the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technicians, clerical staff, and students. Assessment/Reassessment An ongoing process which is continuous for the duration of the patient's stay. Interviews patient and other individuals to collect information. Observes physical condition including physically examining the patient. Identifies economic, educational, and cultural barriers; patient values and beliefs; spiritual influences; and age specific and biophysical needs according to accepted standards of practice. Reviews all available information, including medical records, patient history, and other documentation. Documents all findings and observations. Initiates reassessment of patients as necessary when a patient is currently or potentially at physiologic, psychological, and psychosocial risk. Planning Formulates nursing care plans upon assessment and in accordance with provider orders, procedures and/or protocols. Prioritizes patient care needs and activities as a member of an interdisciplinary patient care team. Modifies plans of patient care based on reassessment findings, specific patient care needs, and/or changes in interdisciplinary treatment plan. Assists in discharge planning needs. Implementation Provides individualized and specialized nursing care and administers medications and treatments to patients as prescribed. Observes patient's response to interventions and treatments and monitors for side effects of medication administration. Recognizes and responds to changes in patient status timely and appropriately. Intervenes when situations call for immediate action. Communicates identified needs and patient responses to members of the interdisciplinary team. Evaluation/Monitoring Observes, evaluates, and communicates the effects of treatments and interventions. Reassesses and revises plan of care in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Communicates with patients and care givers regarding changes in patient care and treatment plans. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: *1. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -AND- **2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: License and Certification Information *To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -OR- have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Registered Nursing, within the United States of America. Applicants who have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Registered Nursing, within the United States of America, may compete in this examination; however, the names of such candidates will be withheld from the certification list pending receipt of the required license authorized by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Please ensure the Certification and License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s) and/or certification(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license(s) and certificate(s) as specified in the Selection Requirements. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and BLS certification must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to appointment. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. Successful candidates are required to provide proof of their Registered Nurse (RN) License and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate from the American Heart Association during the selection interview process. Candidates who do not provide proof of the required RN License and BLS, will be removed from the eligible register. Additional Information Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of a multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment weighted 100% covering: Responsibility Fostering Team Cohesion Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Graduate Potential Using Time Efficiently Working to High Quality Standards Adapting to Change Coping with Setbacks and Criticism Striving to Achieve After filing an application online, candidates will receive a link via email to take an unproctored online multiple-choice work-style assessment (WSA). Applications received by 2:00 PM, PT, will receive the link for the WSA the same day. Applications received after 2:00 PM, PT, or on Saturday or Sunday, will receive the link the next business day. It is suggested that you plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 2:00 PM, PT, deadline to receive the WSA link the same day. Applicants who pass the WSA will be added to the eligible register. Applicants who fail the WSA will be allowed to retake it 30 days from their failed attempt. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and pass the WSA with a score of 70% or higher to be added to the eligible register. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. TRANSFER OF ASSESSMENT AND/OR SIMULATION COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains assessment and/or simulation components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your assessment and/or simulation scores may be transferred. EXAM PREPARATION: Study guides and other assessment and/or simulation preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment exams. While the guides will help you prepare for the exam, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice exams may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Exam preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice exams are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ . You may also access test preparation materials for the computerized portion of the test by going to the website: https://www.shldirect.com/en/practice-tests. While these study guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review ALL related materials that you deem necessary. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Persons who pass the multiple-choice test may not compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months from the date they are added to the eligible register. If you have applied and did not meet the Requirements at the time of filing, or if you are not successful in passing the multiple-choice test, you may reapply 30 days from the date of your failed attempt. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION In accordance with TITLE 5 - PERSONNEL, APPENDIX 1 (Civil Service Rule 11.03) of the Los Angeles County Code, selective certification may be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. The following areas may require selective certification. 1. Adult Critical Care and Burn Unit 2. Emergency Room 3. Operating Room Specific knowledge of the specialized functional areas may be the subject of the departmental hiring interview. SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Various VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applicants may be required/prompted to verify their email address when logging on to file an application. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com.careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This feature is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advanced notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. DO NOT GROUP YOUR EXPERIENCE . For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be enough to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER W-1901-I When to Submit Your Application The application filing period will begin January 26, 2024, at 7:00 a.m., (PT). This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice. Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive Job Opportunity No withhold or out-of-class experience accepted. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! The County provides an excellent benefits package that allows employees to choose benefits that meet their specific needs. The package includes: • Retirement Plan - The successful candidate will participate in a defined benefit plan • Cafeteria Benefit Plan - Benefits may be purchased from the MegaFlex Cafeteria Benefit Plan using a tax-free County contribution of an additional 19% of the employee’s monthly salary. • Flexible Spending Accounts - In addition to tax-free medical and dependent care spending accounts, the County contributes $75 per month to the Dependent Care Spending Account. • Savings Plan (401k) - Optional tax-deferred income plan that may include a County matching contribution up to 4% of employee’s salary. • Deferred Compensation Plan (457) - Optional tax-deferred income plan that may include a County matching contribution up to 4% of employee’s salary. • Holidays - 13 paid days per year Who We Are The Internal Services Department (ISD) plays a major role in supporting all County of Los Angeles departments and commissions. With an annual budget of over $873 million and 2,183 budgeted positions along with over 5,120 contracted workers of varying professions in facilities management, information technology, environmental, administrative, purchasing and contracting, ISD is the County's trusted partner and provider of choice. The Opportunity We're seeking a Staff Development Specialist for our Training and Development section with excellent written and oral communication skills to engage diverse audiences effectively. The ideal candidate should excel in classroom delivery, curriculum design, and have a proven track record in planning and coordinating training programs. They must adhere to established standards, while managing multiple and diverse tasks under tight deadlines, and cultivating strong employee relations and a positive work environment. Essential Job Functions Position Responsibilities: Conducts research and analysis of training needs and makes recommendations to management concerning the need for new training programs, course content and for revisions in existing training programs to increase their effectiveness. Identifies, organizes and sequences subject matter to be taught in training programs to assure maximum effectiveness; develops educational material and prepares training manuals and other training aids; develops and administers pre and post training tests to determine the effectiveness of the subject training; and conducts or assists line management and supervisors in the conduct of training provided to employees of the department. Plans, develops, and implements employee training and orientation programs based on needs determined from input provided by management and staff. Confers with management and staff inside and outside the department in developing training programs to increase staff effectiveness in areas such as customer service, marketing, and management. Assesses and determines training needs of the department through investigation, consultation, and evaluation of training requests. Reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of departmental training programs, and makes recommendations for improvements or changes as necessary. Participates in the vendor contracting and solicitation process for vendors who provide training services by preparing Statements of Work (SOW), assessing vendor training qualifications, and reviewing and monitoring contracts for selected vendors to ensure training services provided are in accordance with contractual agreements. Surveys and researches industry publications and literature to keep abreast of current industry trends and training methods. Coordinates the activities of others engaged in conducting training sessions for employees of the department. Performs other related assignments. Supervises staff as needed. Requirements Requirements to Qualify: Option 1: A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Organizational Development, Education, Adult Learning, Human Resources, Psychology, or closely related field and two (2) year's professional experience* developing and implementing employee training programs. Option 2: Three (3) years' experience at the level of the County class of Administrative Assistant III**; two (2) years of which must have been included experience developing or assisting in the development, implementation and monitoring of departmental training programs. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Expectations: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Special Requirement Information: *Professional experience is defined as paid work experience that is relevant to a specific role or industry. Professional experience applies to those who have accrued experience through full-time work in a field where related education is a requirement or in a field where an individual must have a professional license. **Administrative Assistant III in the service of Los Angeles County is defined as analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of highly complex*** operating, budgetary and financing, and other management problems of a County department, and participates in the implementation of their solution. ***Highly complex is defined as a significantly greater degree of originality, innovation, critical thinking, resourcefulness, and conceptualization required to perform the task. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: PART I - An evaluation of training and experience weighted at 30% measuring project facilitator skill, computer software knowledge, public speaking, and knowledge of government standards based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire. Only candidates who achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I will proceed to Part II of this examination. PART II - A multiple choice test weighted at 70% measuring reading comprehension, deciding and initiating action, delivering results and meeting customer expectations, persuading and influencing, planning and organizing, and working with people. Applicants must meet the Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 7.19, the multiple choice test is standardized and copyrighted and therefore not subject to review. TRANSFER OF SCORES : Applicants that have taken identical test part(s) for other exams within the last 12 months, will have their test responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. PASSING THIS EXAMINATION AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER DO NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT. Applications will be processed on as-received basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. The written test invitation will be sent to candidates via email. Candidates are responsible for providing a valid email address in their application that can receive email from hr.lacounty.gov. Please add rmendez@isd.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. Final results will be sent by email. Test scores cannot be given over the phone. TEST PREPARATION: Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on Job Info Center, then click on Employment Test Preparation. You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going to http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html . While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting Eligible Register for this examination will be used to fill one vacancy in the Internal Services Department. SHIFT: Day APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application before 5:30 p.m. (PT), on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the website https://www.governmentjobs.com/career/lacounty . Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add Bgarcia@isd.lacounty.gov info@governmentjobs.com , and noreply@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements to Qualify as listed on this bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, not limited to, evidence and extent or rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, and convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Contact us: Exam Number: W1901I Department Contact Name: Bianca Garcia Department Contact Phone: ( 323) 443-8832 Department Contact Email: Bgarcia@isd.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 267-2432 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER W-1901-I When to Submit Your Application The application filing period will begin January 26, 2024, at 7:00 a.m., (PT). This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice. Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive Job Opportunity No withhold or out-of-class experience accepted. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! The County provides an excellent benefits package that allows employees to choose benefits that meet their specific needs. The package includes: • Retirement Plan - The successful candidate will participate in a defined benefit plan • Cafeteria Benefit Plan - Benefits may be purchased from the MegaFlex Cafeteria Benefit Plan using a tax-free County contribution of an additional 19% of the employee’s monthly salary. • Flexible Spending Accounts - In addition to tax-free medical and dependent care spending accounts, the County contributes $75 per month to the Dependent Care Spending Account. • Savings Plan (401k) - Optional tax-deferred income plan that may include a County matching contribution up to 4% of employee’s salary. • Deferred Compensation Plan (457) - Optional tax-deferred income plan that may include a County matching contribution up to 4% of employee’s salary. • Holidays - 13 paid days per year Who We Are The Internal Services Department (ISD) plays a major role in supporting all County of Los Angeles departments and commissions. With an annual budget of over $873 million and 2,183 budgeted positions along with over 5,120 contracted workers of varying professions in facilities management, information technology, environmental, administrative, purchasing and contracting, ISD is the County's trusted partner and provider of choice. The Opportunity We're seeking a Staff Development Specialist for our Training and Development section with excellent written and oral communication skills to engage diverse audiences effectively. The ideal candidate should excel in classroom delivery, curriculum design, and have a proven track record in planning and coordinating training programs. They must adhere to established standards, while managing multiple and diverse tasks under tight deadlines, and cultivating strong employee relations and a positive work environment. Essential Job Functions Position Responsibilities: Conducts research and analysis of training needs and makes recommendations to management concerning the need for new training programs, course content and for revisions in existing training programs to increase their effectiveness. Identifies, organizes and sequences subject matter to be taught in training programs to assure maximum effectiveness; develops educational material and prepares training manuals and other training aids; develops and administers pre and post training tests to determine the effectiveness of the subject training; and conducts or assists line management and supervisors in the conduct of training provided to employees of the department. Plans, develops, and implements employee training and orientation programs based on needs determined from input provided by management and staff. Confers with management and staff inside and outside the department in developing training programs to increase staff effectiveness in areas such as customer service, marketing, and management. Assesses and determines training needs of the department through investigation, consultation, and evaluation of training requests. Reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of departmental training programs, and makes recommendations for improvements or changes as necessary. Participates in the vendor contracting and solicitation process for vendors who provide training services by preparing Statements of Work (SOW), assessing vendor training qualifications, and reviewing and monitoring contracts for selected vendors to ensure training services provided are in accordance with contractual agreements. Surveys and researches industry publications and literature to keep abreast of current industry trends and training methods. Coordinates the activities of others engaged in conducting training sessions for employees of the department. Performs other related assignments. Supervises staff as needed. Requirements Requirements to Qualify: Option 1: A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Organizational Development, Education, Adult Learning, Human Resources, Psychology, or closely related field and two (2) year's professional experience* developing and implementing employee training programs. Option 2: Three (3) years' experience at the level of the County class of Administrative Assistant III**; two (2) years of which must have been included experience developing or assisting in the development, implementation and monitoring of departmental training programs. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Expectations: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Special Requirement Information: *Professional experience is defined as paid work experience that is relevant to a specific role or industry. Professional experience applies to those who have accrued experience through full-time work in a field where related education is a requirement or in a field where an individual must have a professional license. **Administrative Assistant III in the service of Los Angeles County is defined as analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of highly complex*** operating, budgetary and financing, and other management problems of a County department, and participates in the implementation of their solution. ***Highly complex is defined as a significantly greater degree of originality, innovation, critical thinking, resourcefulness, and conceptualization required to perform the task. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: PART I - An evaluation of training and experience weighted at 30% measuring project facilitator skill, computer software knowledge, public speaking, and knowledge of government standards based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire. Only candidates who achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I will proceed to Part II of this examination. PART II - A multiple choice test weighted at 70% measuring reading comprehension, deciding and initiating action, delivering results and meeting customer expectations, persuading and influencing, planning and organizing, and working with people. Applicants must meet the Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 7.19, the multiple choice test is standardized and copyrighted and therefore not subject to review. TRANSFER OF SCORES : Applicants that have taken identical test part(s) for other exams within the last 12 months, will have their test responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. PASSING THIS EXAMINATION AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER DO NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT. Applications will be processed on as-received basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. The written test invitation will be sent to candidates via email. Candidates are responsible for providing a valid email address in their application that can receive email from hr.lacounty.gov. Please add rmendez@isd.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. Final results will be sent by email. Test scores cannot be given over the phone. TEST PREPARATION: Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on Job Info Center, then click on Employment Test Preparation. You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going to http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html . While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting Eligible Register for this examination will be used to fill one vacancy in the Internal Services Department. SHIFT: Day APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application before 5:30 p.m. (PT), on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the website https://www.governmentjobs.com/career/lacounty . Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add Bgarcia@isd.lacounty.gov info@governmentjobs.com , and noreply@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements to Qualify as listed on this bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, not limited to, evidence and extent or rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, and convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Contact us: Exam Number: W1901I Department Contact Name: Bianca Garcia Department Contact Phone: ( 323) 443-8832 Department Contact Email: Bgarcia@isd.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 267-2432 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 03/10/2015 - UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE EXAM NUMBER: Y-4629-D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers, county jail health services, four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. MANAGEMENT APPRAISAL OF PERFORMANCE PLAN (MAPP): This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. DEFINITION: Manages a major section in the planning, development, coordination, implementation, and administration of departmental strategic health care program initiatives and projects. Essential Job Functions Oversight and coordination of operations with various divisions of Department of Health Services including Health Information Management, Radiology, Laboratory and pharmacy. Provides supervision and direction of non professional staff in the completion of tasks contract monitoring, invoice validation, privacy office and approval and other administrative functions. Conducts program planning and development and establishes goals and objectives for program, including defining quality standards and developing work plans for meeting program deliverables. Plans, organizes and directs the work of administrative staff. Manages the development, administration, monitoring and evaluation of all contractual agreements for program including the preparation of guidelines, standards, and work plans to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Manages the development, administration and coordination of the project budget and recommends the allocation of project funds. Manages and assures completion of program reporting requirements, including implementation of progress reports, expenditure reports, quality assessment, and utilization monitoring. Responsible for the development of performance measures and the design and implementation of monitoring systems, quality assurance and project evaluation activities, including measurement of patient outcomes, cost effectiveness and health system impact. Manages the development of program policies and procedures and ensures system-wide training, implementation and monitoring. Manages the development, design and implementation of evaluation activities to monitor program outcomes, compliance, cost effectiveness and system impact. Oversees the analysis of program data and development of program reports including findings, conclusions and recommendations. Serves as a liaison to funding agencies and directs and coordinates responses to inquiries, mandates, audits and requests for information. Represents the Department on programmatic service issues before municipal, state, federal and private agencies and other stakeholders. Identifies and resolves technical and programmatic issues involving stakeholders. Oversees the preparation of Board letters and reports and other correspondence and documents on issues related to program. Advises executive and senior managers on critical issues related to program implementation and progress and provides recommendations to solve problems. Performs special assignments and projects as directed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a staff* capacity analyzing, evaluating, coordinating and making recommendations for a variety of healthcare programs for a large integrated healthcare delivery system, one (1) year of which must have included supervisory experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Staff Analyst, Health**, Assistant Hospital Administrator IV*** or higher. License: A valid California Class "C" Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class II - Light : Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree from an accredited**** institution in Business, Public Health, Public Health Administration or a closely related field of study. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: *Staff capacity in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Assisting management by performing research and making recommendations on use of personnel, allocation of funds, workload and workload fluctuations, and programs and procedures for accomplishing departmental objectives. **Experience at the level of Senior Staff Analyst is defined as supervises a team of analysts providing technical and consultative service to management in major health service areas. ***Experience at the level of Assistant Hospital Administrator IV is defined as assists in the administration of a large County hospital, by managing and coordinating the supporting services for patient care programs of a major area of the hospital. Note : In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Master's degree, or higher, you must include a legible photocopy of the official transcripts or degree from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing online. EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or above in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION: The current vacancy is located within the Department of Health Services - Health Services Administration. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment . Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned . If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE : If you are unable to attach required documents, you must e-mail the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add croy@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from Los Angeles County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Los Angeles County public libraries have reopened with limited access hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. Refer to their website for more information: https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening . NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Christina Roy, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Croy@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE : (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 28, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 03/10/2015 - UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE EXAM NUMBER: Y-4629-D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers, county jail health services, four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. MANAGEMENT APPRAISAL OF PERFORMANCE PLAN (MAPP): This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. DEFINITION: Manages a major section in the planning, development, coordination, implementation, and administration of departmental strategic health care program initiatives and projects. Essential Job Functions Oversight and coordination of operations with various divisions of Department of Health Services including Health Information Management, Radiology, Laboratory and pharmacy. Provides supervision and direction of non professional staff in the completion of tasks contract monitoring, invoice validation, privacy office and approval and other administrative functions. Conducts program planning and development and establishes goals and objectives for program, including defining quality standards and developing work plans for meeting program deliverables. Plans, organizes and directs the work of administrative staff. Manages the development, administration, monitoring and evaluation of all contractual agreements for program including the preparation of guidelines, standards, and work plans to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Manages the development, administration and coordination of the project budget and recommends the allocation of project funds. Manages and assures completion of program reporting requirements, including implementation of progress reports, expenditure reports, quality assessment, and utilization monitoring. Responsible for the development of performance measures and the design and implementation of monitoring systems, quality assurance and project evaluation activities, including measurement of patient outcomes, cost effectiveness and health system impact. Manages the development of program policies and procedures and ensures system-wide training, implementation and monitoring. Manages the development, design and implementation of evaluation activities to monitor program outcomes, compliance, cost effectiveness and system impact. Oversees the analysis of program data and development of program reports including findings, conclusions and recommendations. Serves as a liaison to funding agencies and directs and coordinates responses to inquiries, mandates, audits and requests for information. Represents the Department on programmatic service issues before municipal, state, federal and private agencies and other stakeholders. Identifies and resolves technical and programmatic issues involving stakeholders. Oversees the preparation of Board letters and reports and other correspondence and documents on issues related to program. Advises executive and senior managers on critical issues related to program implementation and progress and provides recommendations to solve problems. Performs special assignments and projects as directed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a staff* capacity analyzing, evaluating, coordinating and making recommendations for a variety of healthcare programs for a large integrated healthcare delivery system, one (1) year of which must have included supervisory experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Staff Analyst, Health**, Assistant Hospital Administrator IV*** or higher. License: A valid California Class "C" Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class II - Light : Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree from an accredited**** institution in Business, Public Health, Public Health Administration or a closely related field of study. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: *Staff capacity in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Assisting management by performing research and making recommendations on use of personnel, allocation of funds, workload and workload fluctuations, and programs and procedures for accomplishing departmental objectives. **Experience at the level of Senior Staff Analyst is defined as supervises a team of analysts providing technical and consultative service to management in major health service areas. ***Experience at the level of Assistant Hospital Administrator IV is defined as assists in the administration of a large County hospital, by managing and coordinating the supporting services for patient care programs of a major area of the hospital. Note : In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Master's degree, or higher, you must include a legible photocopy of the official transcripts or degree from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing online. EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or above in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION: The current vacancy is located within the Department of Health Services - Health Services Administration. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment . Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned . If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE : If you are unable to attach required documents, you must e-mail the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add croy@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from Los Angeles County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Los Angeles County public libraries have reopened with limited access hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. Refer to their website for more information: https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening . NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Christina Roy, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Croy@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE : (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information FILING DATES: November 24, 2020 @ 8:00 A.M. (PST) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5476E TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering a 20% bonus for full-time Physician Specialist positions with the following specialties: Emergency Medicine, Family Practice, Infectious Disease, OB/GYN General, Internal Medicine hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. Physician Specialist with the Psychiatric specialty hired at the Office of Diversion and Re-Entry will start at step 7. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four (4) hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Incumbents in these positions are physicians licensed to render specialized professional medical services in a specific field. COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION To apply, click on the link below: https://apps.dhs.lacounty.gov/SpecialRecruitment/Questionnaire?examNo=Y5476E Required Documents: Curriculum VitaeStatement of Career GoalsLegible copy of certificate of completion of residency training program approved by the American Specialty Board.Legible copy of California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. Before submission of your information, it is necessary to ensure that all information is complete and includes all required documents as directed on the job posting in order for your information to be reviewed and processed in a timely manner. The Statement of Career Goals is a narrative that serves as an effective way of assessing current career achievements and the means one should take for accomplishing such career objectives. Essential Job Functions Performs medical work in a specialized medical field, including specialized surgical procedures within a specialty field. Prescribes drugs and/or therapy; monitors patients' progress, records observations and changes, and adjusts treatments as required. Conducts training or assists in the training of interns and resident physicians. Consults with staff physicians and para-medical personnel regarding care of patients and medical and diagnostic work performed. Provides consultation to other medical services, including specialists in other fields. Conducts the more difficult postmortem examinations and may provide training and lead man supervision over other physicians engaged in these activities. Confers with medical and professional personnel in such related fields as toxicology in order to discover the main and contributing causes of death. Certifies as to the cause of death and testifies in court as an expert witness. Performs or assists in carrying out administrative responsibilities which may include such duties as budget preparation for the section, determining equipment and supply needs, carrying out personnel functions, or developing revising work procedures to expedite work load or improve level of service. Assists in the planning and direction of health programs within the appropriate specialty. Develops new techniques within the medical specialty. Maintains varied hours on a rotated schedule with other physicians to ensure that there is always a physician on-call during non-business hours. May conduct specialized research, special studies, and services, including preventive and educational strategies. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in one or more designated specialties* or equivalent training**. LICENSE: California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE COMPLETION OF RESIDENCY PROGRAM *Applicants who will successfully complete their medical residency program approved by an American Specialty Board within 12 months of filing may compete in this examination. However, their names will be withheld from the certification list. Applicants MUST submit a copy of their recommendation letter from the Residency Program Director confirming good standing and anticipated successful completion date, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing online . The recommendation letter must be on a legible letterhead from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization. In the event candidates do not successfully complete their residency program, their names will be removed from the eligible register. A copy of the completion of residency program certificate must be submitted before final appointment. Information pertaining to the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate Applicants who do not possess a California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate at the time of filing may compete in this examination. However, their names will be withheld from the certification list pending receipt of the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. Applicants who have the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California must include a legible copy of their certificate to the application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from filing online. The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted ; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted licenses and/or certificates will NOT be accepted. SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS: *Residencies may include: SPECIALTIES: Anesthesiology Dermatology Emergency Medicine Family Practice Int Med-General Int Med-Endocrinology Int Med-Cardiology (Invasive) Int Med-Cardiology (Non-Invasive) Int Med-Critical Care Int Med-Gastro (Invasive) Int Med-Gastro (Non-Invasive) Int Med-Hematology/Oncology Int Med-Infectious Disease Int Med-Nephrology Int Med-Pulmonary (Invasive) Int Med-Pulmonary (Non-Invasive) Int Med-Rheumatology Neurology Nuclear Medicine ObGyn-General ObGyn-Gynecologic Oncology ObGyn-Maternal/Fetal Medicine Otolaryngology Pathology Pathology-Forensic Pediatrics Pediatrics-Neonatal/Critical Care Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Preventive Medicine Preventive Medicine-Public Health and General Preventive Medicine Psychiatry Radiology-General/Diagnostic Radiology-Vasc/Int Diagnostic Surgery-Cardio Thoracic Surgery-Critical Care Surgery-General Surgery-Neurological Surgery-Ophthalmology Surgery-Orthopedics Surgery-Pediatric Surgery-Plastic Surgery-Urologic Surgery-Vascular **Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent. Equivalent training for appointments to the specialty of Emergency Medicine will be that training and/or experience approved by the Director of Health Services. COMMENTS: THIS ITEM CLASSIFICATION IS FOR NEW EMPLOYEES APPOINTED ON OR AFTER MAY 20, 2008 . Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of a self-assessment based on Supplemental Questionnaire weighted 100%, covering experience, professional development and collaboration. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Only the most qualified candidates will be selected and placed on the Eligible Register. The name of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be added to the Eligible Register without any indication of relative standing in the examination. Successful candidates will remain on the register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every 12 months. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you may e-mail the documents to the exam analyst within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Hilary Hocking, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information FILING DATES: November 24, 2020 @ 8:00 A.M. (PST) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5476E TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering a 20% bonus for full-time Physician Specialist positions with the following specialties: Emergency Medicine, Family Practice, Infectious Disease, OB/GYN General, Internal Medicine hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. Physician Specialist with the Psychiatric specialty hired at the Office of Diversion and Re-Entry will start at step 7. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four (4) hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Incumbents in these positions are physicians licensed to render specialized professional medical services in a specific field. COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION To apply, click on the link below: https://apps.dhs.lacounty.gov/SpecialRecruitment/Questionnaire?examNo=Y5476E Required Documents: Curriculum VitaeStatement of Career GoalsLegible copy of certificate of completion of residency training program approved by the American Specialty Board.Legible copy of California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. Before submission of your information, it is necessary to ensure that all information is complete and includes all required documents as directed on the job posting in order for your information to be reviewed and processed in a timely manner. The Statement of Career Goals is a narrative that serves as an effective way of assessing current career achievements and the means one should take for accomplishing such career objectives. Essential Job Functions Performs medical work in a specialized medical field, including specialized surgical procedures within a specialty field. Prescribes drugs and/or therapy; monitors patients' progress, records observations and changes, and adjusts treatments as required. Conducts training or assists in the training of interns and resident physicians. Consults with staff physicians and para-medical personnel regarding care of patients and medical and diagnostic work performed. Provides consultation to other medical services, including specialists in other fields. Conducts the more difficult postmortem examinations and may provide training and lead man supervision over other physicians engaged in these activities. Confers with medical and professional personnel in such related fields as toxicology in order to discover the main and contributing causes of death. Certifies as to the cause of death and testifies in court as an expert witness. Performs or assists in carrying out administrative responsibilities which may include such duties as budget preparation for the section, determining equipment and supply needs, carrying out personnel functions, or developing revising work procedures to expedite work load or improve level of service. Assists in the planning and direction of health programs within the appropriate specialty. Develops new techniques within the medical specialty. Maintains varied hours on a rotated schedule with other physicians to ensure that there is always a physician on-call during non-business hours. May conduct specialized research, special studies, and services, including preventive and educational strategies. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in one or more designated specialties* or equivalent training**. LICENSE: California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE COMPLETION OF RESIDENCY PROGRAM *Applicants who will successfully complete their medical residency program approved by an American Specialty Board within 12 months of filing may compete in this examination. However, their names will be withheld from the certification list. Applicants MUST submit a copy of their recommendation letter from the Residency Program Director confirming good standing and anticipated successful completion date, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing online . The recommendation letter must be on a legible letterhead from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization. In the event candidates do not successfully complete their residency program, their names will be removed from the eligible register. A copy of the completion of residency program certificate must be submitted before final appointment. Information pertaining to the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate Applicants who do not possess a California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate at the time of filing may compete in this examination. However, their names will be withheld from the certification list pending receipt of the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. Applicants who have the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California must include a legible copy of their certificate to the application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from filing online. The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted ; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted licenses and/or certificates will NOT be accepted. SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS: *Residencies may include: SPECIALTIES: Anesthesiology Dermatology Emergency Medicine Family Practice Int Med-General Int Med-Endocrinology Int Med-Cardiology (Invasive) Int Med-Cardiology (Non-Invasive) Int Med-Critical Care Int Med-Gastro (Invasive) Int Med-Gastro (Non-Invasive) Int Med-Hematology/Oncology Int Med-Infectious Disease Int Med-Nephrology Int Med-Pulmonary (Invasive) Int Med-Pulmonary (Non-Invasive) Int Med-Rheumatology Neurology Nuclear Medicine ObGyn-General ObGyn-Gynecologic Oncology ObGyn-Maternal/Fetal Medicine Otolaryngology Pathology Pathology-Forensic Pediatrics Pediatrics-Neonatal/Critical Care Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Preventive Medicine Preventive Medicine-Public Health and General Preventive Medicine Psychiatry Radiology-General/Diagnostic Radiology-Vasc/Int Diagnostic Surgery-Cardio Thoracic Surgery-Critical Care Surgery-General Surgery-Neurological Surgery-Ophthalmology Surgery-Orthopedics Surgery-Pediatric Surgery-Plastic Surgery-Urologic Surgery-Vascular **Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent. Equivalent training for appointments to the specialty of Emergency Medicine will be that training and/or experience approved by the Director of Health Services. COMMENTS: THIS ITEM CLASSIFICATION IS FOR NEW EMPLOYEES APPOINTED ON OR AFTER MAY 20, 2008 . Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of a self-assessment based on Supplemental Questionnaire weighted 100%, covering experience, professional development and collaboration. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Only the most qualified candidates will be selected and placed on the Eligible Register. The name of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be added to the Eligible Register without any indication of relative standing in the examination. Successful candidates will remain on the register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every 12 months. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you may e-mail the documents to the exam analyst within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Hilary Hocking, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y4626B FIRST DAY OF FILING October 3, 2023 @ 8:00 a.m., PT - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP): This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for over 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION : To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Plans, directs, and supervises the work of the Board Relations unit in the Department of Health Services, Administration. Essential Job Functions Plans, directs, supervises and coordinates the work of the Board Relations unit. Serves as the primary departmental Board liaison for the investigation and response to inquiries and complaints of a controversial nature having potential for media coverage and community concern. Refers requests for information and constituent complaints from Board Offices to the appropriate division and ensures a timely, coordinated response. Directs and oversees committees on health program initiatives and Board-related matters by determining, in collaboration with executive level staff, discussion topics and agenda items relating to evaluating the effectiveness of existing programs and implementation of changes to meet needs and priorities. Oversees the department's Board-related assignments and activities, including the preparation of Board memos, and monitors the follow-up activities on all motions by the Board of Supervisors concerning departmental operations. Advises executive level staff and administrators regarding the more sensitive Board-related matters, facilitates communication and follow up on required actions, and provides alerts to any critical issues, potential problems or sensitive matters. Collaborates with the Contracts and Grants division to manage and track the number of departmental contracts requiring the Board of Supervisor's review and approval. Oversees the review and tracking of department-wide prioritized projects and Board assignments through databases, status reports, and projected timelines for submission to executive staff for review. Develops new or modified policies and procedures for completion of and response to Board assignments and inquiries to increase effectiveness and efficiency. Develops and maintains liaisons with representatives from other governmental jurisdictions and agencies to exchange information. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree* in Business or Public Administration, Health Administration, Social Science, or closely related field -AND- Four (4) years of experience in a highly responsible administrative or staff capacity** analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of organizational programs or operations, of which two (2) years must have been at the level of a Staff Analyst, Health*** or higher. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for the required degree under Minimum Requirements, applicant must attach a valid legible photocopy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or email a copy to oramirez@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your application online . Please include the exam number and the exam title on your email. **Highly responsible administrative or staff experience in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: work in an advisory capacity to line managers to provide program and administrative support in the development of procedures and participation in policy formulation. Work includes assisting and supporting administration by doing research, analysis, and making recommendations to line managers on matters such as: utilization of personnel; allocation of funds; workload and workload fluctuations; and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. ***In the County of Los Angeles, Staff Analyst, Health experience is defined as: serving as technical expert and consultant to management by researching, analyzing, and making recommendations for the effective use of resources and personnel, the implementation and improvement of programs and operations, and the refinement of management practices and policies having department-wide impact. OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE: Los Angeles County employees attempting to meet the requirements via experience inconsistent with their official payroll title will be considered for this examination. Applicants claiming out-of-class experience to meet the requirements should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out of class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations in order to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional points will be awarded to candidates who possess the following desirable qualifications: Highly responsible administrative or staff** experience in Intergovernmental relations involving reviewing and analyzing legislation for the purpose of developing and advocating for policy or legislation. Highly responsible administrative or staff** experience liaising with Federal, State, and Regional agencies for the purpose of educating and advocating on policy changes. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination to be added onto the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services, as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add Oramirez@dhs.lacounty.gov , as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. IMPORTANT NOTES : ALL information in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION. We may reject your application at any point during the examination hiring process, including after the appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE form the Class Specifications and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, Oscar Ramirez, at Oramirez@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password my erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Please refer to their website for more information: https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order to not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 869-7124 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Oscar Ramirez, Exam Analyst Oramirez@dhs.lacounty .gov For detailed information, please click here
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y4626B FIRST DAY OF FILING October 3, 2023 @ 8:00 a.m., PT - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP): This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for over 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION : To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Plans, directs, and supervises the work of the Board Relations unit in the Department of Health Services, Administration. Essential Job Functions Plans, directs, supervises and coordinates the work of the Board Relations unit. Serves as the primary departmental Board liaison for the investigation and response to inquiries and complaints of a controversial nature having potential for media coverage and community concern. Refers requests for information and constituent complaints from Board Offices to the appropriate division and ensures a timely, coordinated response. Directs and oversees committees on health program initiatives and Board-related matters by determining, in collaboration with executive level staff, discussion topics and agenda items relating to evaluating the effectiveness of existing programs and implementation of changes to meet needs and priorities. Oversees the department's Board-related assignments and activities, including the preparation of Board memos, and monitors the follow-up activities on all motions by the Board of Supervisors concerning departmental operations. Advises executive level staff and administrators regarding the more sensitive Board-related matters, facilitates communication and follow up on required actions, and provides alerts to any critical issues, potential problems or sensitive matters. Collaborates with the Contracts and Grants division to manage and track the number of departmental contracts requiring the Board of Supervisor's review and approval. Oversees the review and tracking of department-wide prioritized projects and Board assignments through databases, status reports, and projected timelines for submission to executive staff for review. Develops new or modified policies and procedures for completion of and response to Board assignments and inquiries to increase effectiveness and efficiency. Develops and maintains liaisons with representatives from other governmental jurisdictions and agencies to exchange information. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree* in Business or Public Administration, Health Administration, Social Science, or closely related field -AND- Four (4) years of experience in a highly responsible administrative or staff capacity** analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of organizational programs or operations, of which two (2) years must have been at the level of a Staff Analyst, Health*** or higher. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for the required degree under Minimum Requirements, applicant must attach a valid legible photocopy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or email a copy to oramirez@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your application online . Please include the exam number and the exam title on your email. **Highly responsible administrative or staff experience in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: work in an advisory capacity to line managers to provide program and administrative support in the development of procedures and participation in policy formulation. Work includes assisting and supporting administration by doing research, analysis, and making recommendations to line managers on matters such as: utilization of personnel; allocation of funds; workload and workload fluctuations; and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. ***In the County of Los Angeles, Staff Analyst, Health experience is defined as: serving as technical expert and consultant to management by researching, analyzing, and making recommendations for the effective use of resources and personnel, the implementation and improvement of programs and operations, and the refinement of management practices and policies having department-wide impact. OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE: Los Angeles County employees attempting to meet the requirements via experience inconsistent with their official payroll title will be considered for this examination. Applicants claiming out-of-class experience to meet the requirements should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out of class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations in order to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional points will be awarded to candidates who possess the following desirable qualifications: Highly responsible administrative or staff** experience in Intergovernmental relations involving reviewing and analyzing legislation for the purpose of developing and advocating for policy or legislation. Highly responsible administrative or staff** experience liaising with Federal, State, and Regional agencies for the purpose of educating and advocating on policy changes. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination to be added onto the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services, as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add Oramirez@dhs.lacounty.gov , as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. IMPORTANT NOTES : ALL information in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION. We may reject your application at any point during the examination hiring process, including after the appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE form the Class Specifications and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, Oscar Ramirez, at Oramirez@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password my erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Please refer to their website for more information: https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order to not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 869-7124 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Oscar Ramirez, Exam Analyst Oramirez@dhs.lacounty .gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information When to Submit Your Application: The application filing period will begin on Monday, December 11, 2023, at 7:00 a.m. (PT). T his recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Reposting Information: This announcement is a repost to update information in the following section: Essential Job Functions Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive Job Opportunity No with-hold or out-of-class experience will be accepted. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Flexible Benefit Plans - Benefits may be purchased using tax-free County contribution of an additional 14.5%-17% of the employee's monthly salary. Robust Retirement Packages - Contributory-defined benefit plan; optional tax-deferred income plans that may include a County matching contribution up to 4% of employee's salary. Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits Flexible Schedules (4/40 workweeks - where appropriate, Telework - where appropriate) Rideshare, Parking, and Transit Benefits 13 paid holidays per year Who We Are: The Internal Services Department (ISD) plays a major role in supporting all County of Los Angeles departments and commissions. With an annual budget of over $885 M and 2,162 budgeted positions along with over 5,120 contracted workers of varying professions in facilities management, information technology, environmental, administrative, purchasing, and contracting, ISD is the County's trusted partner and provider of choice. Essential Job Functions What you will perform: Serves as a technical expert/consultant to the department, other County departments, and external stakeholders on issues/areas. Provides expertise, leadership, and technical training to team members and other stakeholders. Plans, develops, implements, and supports information technology projects and programs in the department as well as development, infrastructure, and hardware/software migration projects and system architecture planning. Develops and provides recommendations to improve existing information technology processes. Develops, administers, and evaluates internal and external contracts. Monitors contract activities. Prepares and disseminates a variety of technical documents. Collaborates with public and private sector agencies, and community-based organizations on programs that promote digital equity. Coordinates outreach efforts to constituents in underserved communities on digital literacy, broadband access, and computer/technology resources. Requirements Requirements to Qualify Two years of information systems experience, within the last three years, at the level of Los Angeles County's classes of Telecommunications Systems Consulting Engineer, Supervising Telecommunications Systems Engineer, Principal Application Developer, Principal Operating Systems Analyst, Principal Network Systems Administrator, Principal Information Systems Analyst, Senior Telecommunications Systems Engineer, Database Administrator or higher. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Expectations: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments, weighted 55%, measuring: Deductive Reasoning Professional Potential Generating New Ideas Analyzing Information Responsibility Learning Quickly Working to High Quality Standards Coping with Uncertainty Adapting to Change Achievement Willingness to Learn Working Relationships Using Time Efficiently Applicants must meet the Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I in order to be invited to Part II of this examination. Part II: M ultiple-choice and/or simulation assessments weighted 45% measuring the following four (4) Professional/Technical Knowledge areas: Project Management covering Project Communications Management, Project Cost Management, Project Human Resource Management, Project Management Characteristics, Project Management Methodologies, Project Procurement Management, Project Quality Management, Project Risk Management, Project Scope Management, Project Stakeholder Management, and Project Time Management. Software Business Analysis covering Business Process, Diagramming and Modeling, Documentation, Joint Application Development, Methodologies and Tools, Project Development, Requirements Gathering, and System Design and User Interface. Cyber Risk covering Knowledge of Cyber Risk Management, System and Application Security, Network Security, and Security Management. Cloud Computing covering Knowledge of Cloud Computing Concepts, Cloud Service Models, Virtualization, and Private Clouds. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Eligibility Information: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the assessment will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Passing this examination and being placed on the Eligible Register do not guarantee an offer of employment. Vacancy Information: The resulting Eligible Register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Internal Services Department, Information Technology Service located at 9150 E. Imperial Highway, Downey, CA 90242 . Shift: Any How to Apply Applications must be field online only. We must receive your application before 5:30 p.m., (PT), on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green “Apply” button at the top right of this posting. You can track the status of your application using the website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty . Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add “hvasquez@isd.lacounty.gov,” as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements to Qualify as listed on this bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) - The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. (optional) Have questions about anything listed above? Department Contact Name: Hugo Vasquez Department Contact Phone: 323-881-3670 Department Contact Email: hvasquez@isd.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 267-2432 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1. Completing Your Application : a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation. 2. Requirements on Job Posting : a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual over age 40. c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable. 3. Application Deadline : All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed. 4. Change of Name or Address : To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile on www.governmentjobs.com and make the necessary change. This can be done at any time. 5. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy : a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation may be subject to verification as allowable with State and Federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential. Disclaimer : The County of Los Angeles is not responsible or in any way liable for any computer hardware or software malfunction which may affect the employment application or the application selection process. You assume all responsibility and risk for the use of this system and the Internet generally. This system and the information provided on it are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. No advice or information given by the County of Los Angeles or its respective employees shall modify the foregoing or create any warranty. The County of Los Angeles expressly disclaims any warranty that the information on this system or on the Internet generally will be uninterruptible or error free or that any information, software or other material accessible from the system is free of viruses or other harmful components. You shall have no recourse against the County of Los Angeles as the system provider for any alleged or actual infringement of any proprietary rights a user may have in anything posted or retrieved on our system. The County of Los Angeles shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of this system or with the delay or inability to use it (or any linked sites), or for any information obtained through this system, or otherwise arising out of the use of this system, the Internet generally or on any other basis. NOTE: Your application is submitted using Secure Encryption to ensure the privacy of all information you transmit over the Internet. By accepting the Use Disclaimer set forth here, you agree to all of the above terms and further agree to use this Online Job Employment Application System only for the submission of bona fide employment applications to the County of Los Angeles. Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer. Test Preparation : Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at https://hr.lacounty.gov /. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Veteran’s Credit : In all open competitive examinations, a veteran’s credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit. A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty. This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran’s credit. More information available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veteransservices/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/ Accreditation Information : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information available at: http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf (Download PDF reader) and http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC E_Resource_Guide.pdf Background Check : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). I f asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Career Planning : Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at https://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/ . Benefit Information : Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a “new member” of the County’s defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 : All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible. Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program : In an effort to improve compliance with courtordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information. Social Security Act of 2004 : Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the website www.socialsecurity.gov , or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office. Employment Eligibility Information : Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) and the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) prohibits employment discrimination based on race or color; religion; national origin or ancestry, physical disability; mental disability or medical condition; marital status; sex or sexual orientation; age, with respect to persons over the age of 40; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. COVID-19 VACCINATION : Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. For detailed information, please click here
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information When to Submit Your Application: The application filing period will begin on Monday, December 11, 2023, at 7:00 a.m. (PT). T his recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Reposting Information: This announcement is a repost to update information in the following section: Essential Job Functions Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive Job Opportunity No with-hold or out-of-class experience will be accepted. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Flexible Benefit Plans - Benefits may be purchased using tax-free County contribution of an additional 14.5%-17% of the employee's monthly salary. Robust Retirement Packages - Contributory-defined benefit plan; optional tax-deferred income plans that may include a County matching contribution up to 4% of employee's salary. Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits Flexible Schedules (4/40 workweeks - where appropriate, Telework - where appropriate) Rideshare, Parking, and Transit Benefits 13 paid holidays per year Who We Are: The Internal Services Department (ISD) plays a major role in supporting all County of Los Angeles departments and commissions. With an annual budget of over $885 M and 2,162 budgeted positions along with over 5,120 contracted workers of varying professions in facilities management, information technology, environmental, administrative, purchasing, and contracting, ISD is the County's trusted partner and provider of choice. Essential Job Functions What you will perform: Serves as a technical expert/consultant to the department, other County departments, and external stakeholders on issues/areas. Provides expertise, leadership, and technical training to team members and other stakeholders. Plans, develops, implements, and supports information technology projects and programs in the department as well as development, infrastructure, and hardware/software migration projects and system architecture planning. Develops and provides recommendations to improve existing information technology processes. Develops, administers, and evaluates internal and external contracts. Monitors contract activities. Prepares and disseminates a variety of technical documents. Collaborates with public and private sector agencies, and community-based organizations on programs that promote digital equity. Coordinates outreach efforts to constituents in underserved communities on digital literacy, broadband access, and computer/technology resources. Requirements Requirements to Qualify Two years of information systems experience, within the last three years, at the level of Los Angeles County's classes of Telecommunications Systems Consulting Engineer, Supervising Telecommunications Systems Engineer, Principal Application Developer, Principal Operating Systems Analyst, Principal Network Systems Administrator, Principal Information Systems Analyst, Senior Telecommunications Systems Engineer, Database Administrator or higher. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Expectations: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments, weighted 55%, measuring: Deductive Reasoning Professional Potential Generating New Ideas Analyzing Information Responsibility Learning Quickly Working to High Quality Standards Coping with Uncertainty Adapting to Change Achievement Willingness to Learn Working Relationships Using Time Efficiently Applicants must meet the Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I in order to be invited to Part II of this examination. Part II: M ultiple-choice and/or simulation assessments weighted 45% measuring the following four (4) Professional/Technical Knowledge areas: Project Management covering Project Communications Management, Project Cost Management, Project Human Resource Management, Project Management Characteristics, Project Management Methodologies, Project Procurement Management, Project Quality Management, Project Risk Management, Project Scope Management, Project Stakeholder Management, and Project Time Management. Software Business Analysis covering Business Process, Diagramming and Modeling, Documentation, Joint Application Development, Methodologies and Tools, Project Development, Requirements Gathering, and System Design and User Interface. Cyber Risk covering Knowledge of Cyber Risk Management, System and Application Security, Network Security, and Security Management. Cloud Computing covering Knowledge of Cloud Computing Concepts, Cloud Service Models, Virtualization, and Private Clouds. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Eligibility Information: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the assessment will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Passing this examination and being placed on the Eligible Register do not guarantee an offer of employment. Vacancy Information: The resulting Eligible Register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Internal Services Department, Information Technology Service located at 9150 E. Imperial Highway, Downey, CA 90242 . Shift: Any How to Apply Applications must be field online only. We must receive your application before 5:30 p.m., (PT), on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green “Apply” button at the top right of this posting. You can track the status of your application using the website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty . Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add “hvasquez@isd.lacounty.gov,” as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements to Qualify as listed on this bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) - The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. (optional) Have questions about anything listed above? Department Contact Name: Hugo Vasquez Department Contact Phone: 323-881-3670 Department Contact Email: hvasquez@isd.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 267-2432 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1. Completing Your Application : a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation. 2. Requirements on Job Posting : a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual over age 40. c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable. 3. Application Deadline : All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed. 4. Change of Name or Address : To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile on www.governmentjobs.com and make the necessary change. This can be done at any time. 5. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy : a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation may be subject to verification as allowable with State and Federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential. Disclaimer : The County of Los Angeles is not responsible or in any way liable for any computer hardware or software malfunction which may affect the employment application or the application selection process. You assume all responsibility and risk for the use of this system and the Internet generally. This system and the information provided on it are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. No advice or information given by the County of Los Angeles or its respective employees shall modify the foregoing or create any warranty. The County of Los Angeles expressly disclaims any warranty that the information on this system or on the Internet generally will be uninterruptible or error free or that any information, software or other material accessible from the system is free of viruses or other harmful components. You shall have no recourse against the County of Los Angeles as the system provider for any alleged or actual infringement of any proprietary rights a user may have in anything posted or retrieved on our system. The County of Los Angeles shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of this system or with the delay or inability to use it (or any linked sites), or for any information obtained through this system, or otherwise arising out of the use of this system, the Internet generally or on any other basis. NOTE: Your application is submitted using Secure Encryption to ensure the privacy of all information you transmit over the Internet. By accepting the Use Disclaimer set forth here, you agree to all of the above terms and further agree to use this Online Job Employment Application System only for the submission of bona fide employment applications to the County of Los Angeles. Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer. Test Preparation : Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at https://hr.lacounty.gov /. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Veteran’s Credit : In all open competitive examinations, a veteran’s credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit. A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty. This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran’s credit. More information available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veteransservices/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/ Accreditation Information : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information available at: http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf (Download PDF reader) and http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC E_Resource_Guide.pdf Background Check : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). I f asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Career Planning : Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at https://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/ . Benefit Information : Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a “new member” of the County’s defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 : All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible. Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program : In an effort to improve compliance with courtordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information. Social Security Act of 2004 : Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the website www.socialsecurity.gov , or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office. Employment Eligibility Information : Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) and the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) prohibits employment discrimination based on race or color; religion; national origin or ancestry, physical disability; mental disability or medical condition; marital status; sex or sexual orientation; age, with respect to persons over the age of 40; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. COVID-19 VACCINATION : Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. For detailed information, please click here