LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATE: Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. , Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: PH4614I-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Contract Program Auditor vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Contract Program Auditor. DEFINITION: Conducts program evaluation audits of hospitals, day-care centers and related health facilities to ensure that appropriate quality of care is maintained by private agencies with County contracts. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class receive administrative and technical direction from higher level contract and administrative positions. Contract Program Auditors are distinguished by having responsibility for auditing and evaluating the programs provided by private hospitals, day-care treatment centers, outpatient clinics and related health care providers of County contracted services for compliance with the County contract. The incumbents of these positions conduct detailed audits and evaluations of patient care and other aspects of the facility including medical, nursing, pharmaceutical, medical record, and social services, program management, diagnostic and treatment services. Essential Job Functions Audits and evaluates services provided by hospitals, day-care treatment centers and related health facilities for compliance with County contracts for a variety of health related services. Conducts detailed inspections during on-site visits, and evaluations of each special area of contracted services, including staff qualifications, licensure, insurance coverage, adequacy of diagnosis and treatment and charting procedures. Identifies possible areas of non-compliance with contractual terms and provides consultative services to facility administrators regarding deficiencies. Provides health and substance abuse rehabilitation consultation services to contract providers, advising the providers on the utilization of treatment modalities. Writes reports of audits and negotiates a plan for correction of deficiencies in compliance with the agency management. Manages assigned contracts including monitoring expenditures to ensure budgetary compliance, prepares budget modifications, ensures both accuracy and compliance with reporting data requirements, approves invoices and ensures the agency maintains inventory of purchased equipment. Assists in preparation of grant applications and participates in the competitive bidding process by providing technical assistance to evaluators. Assists in the annual health facility contract negotiation meetings. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Two years' experience in an administrative* or staff capacity** assisting in the planning, developing, monitoring, evaluating, or auditing of health or social service contracts or programs at the level of Los Angeles County classes*** of Administrative Assistant III or Research Analyst II, Behavioral Science Option II: A Bachelor's degree**** from an accredited four-year college and three years' experience providing direct health or social program services, one year of which must have been in program planning and evaluation, program development, research and analysis, or other administrative functions at the level of Los Angeles County classes*** of Senior Health Educator or Community Services Coordinator 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: 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. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Experience in an administrative capacity in Los Angeles County is defined as experience at the level of independent responsibility for assignments of average difficulty analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, budget, personnel, information services, programs, facilities planning, materials management, and general management. ** Experience in a staff capacity in Los Angeles County is defined as one who works 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. ***Experience at the level of the Los Angeles County classes listed in the Minimum Requirements are defined as follows: Administrative Assistant III: Defines, analyzes, and makes recommendations for the solution of highly complex operating, budgetary and financing, and other management problems of an organization, and participates in the implementation of their solution. Research Analyst II, Behavioral Sciences: Assists in planning and conducting research projects involving experimental designs, field studies, and surveys in the behavioral or social science. Senior Health Educator : Plans, directs, coordinates, evaluates, and oversees health education programs in a specific health subject or in a service planning area. Community Services Coordinator II: Has functional responsibility for the implementation of the policies and programs of an organization in a specialized field such as community organization development, youth services or special research projects and statistical analysis. Advises and assists staff members and County-wide community organizations in matters relating to juvenile an adult delinquency prevention. **** In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, youmust attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows 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 seven (7) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. 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) Official Transcripts is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the courses from the school's website is NOT considered official transcripts and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.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. You 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. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT 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. 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 . FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: 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. DO NOT SHARE 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 may erase a candidate's original application record. 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 in equalities 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. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH4614I-EA California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATE: Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. , Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: PH4614I-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Contract Program Auditor vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Contract Program Auditor. DEFINITION: Conducts program evaluation audits of hospitals, day-care centers and related health facilities to ensure that appropriate quality of care is maintained by private agencies with County contracts. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class receive administrative and technical direction from higher level contract and administrative positions. Contract Program Auditors are distinguished by having responsibility for auditing and evaluating the programs provided by private hospitals, day-care treatment centers, outpatient clinics and related health care providers of County contracted services for compliance with the County contract. The incumbents of these positions conduct detailed audits and evaluations of patient care and other aspects of the facility including medical, nursing, pharmaceutical, medical record, and social services, program management, diagnostic and treatment services. Essential Job Functions Audits and evaluates services provided by hospitals, day-care treatment centers and related health facilities for compliance with County contracts for a variety of health related services. Conducts detailed inspections during on-site visits, and evaluations of each special area of contracted services, including staff qualifications, licensure, insurance coverage, adequacy of diagnosis and treatment and charting procedures. Identifies possible areas of non-compliance with contractual terms and provides consultative services to facility administrators regarding deficiencies. Provides health and substance abuse rehabilitation consultation services to contract providers, advising the providers on the utilization of treatment modalities. Writes reports of audits and negotiates a plan for correction of deficiencies in compliance with the agency management. Manages assigned contracts including monitoring expenditures to ensure budgetary compliance, prepares budget modifications, ensures both accuracy and compliance with reporting data requirements, approves invoices and ensures the agency maintains inventory of purchased equipment. Assists in preparation of grant applications and participates in the competitive bidding process by providing technical assistance to evaluators. Assists in the annual health facility contract negotiation meetings. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Two years' experience in an administrative* or staff capacity** assisting in the planning, developing, monitoring, evaluating, or auditing of health or social service contracts or programs at the level of Los Angeles County classes*** of Administrative Assistant III or Research Analyst II, Behavioral Science Option II: A Bachelor's degree**** from an accredited four-year college and three years' experience providing direct health or social program services, one year of which must have been in program planning and evaluation, program development, research and analysis, or other administrative functions at the level of Los Angeles County classes*** of Senior Health Educator or Community Services Coordinator 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: 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. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Experience in an administrative capacity in Los Angeles County is defined as experience at the level of independent responsibility for assignments of average difficulty analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, budget, personnel, information services, programs, facilities planning, materials management, and general management. ** Experience in a staff capacity in Los Angeles County is defined as one who works 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. ***Experience at the level of the Los Angeles County classes listed in the Minimum Requirements are defined as follows: Administrative Assistant III: Defines, analyzes, and makes recommendations for the solution of highly complex operating, budgetary and financing, and other management problems of an organization, and participates in the implementation of their solution. Research Analyst II, Behavioral Sciences: Assists in planning and conducting research projects involving experimental designs, field studies, and surveys in the behavioral or social science. Senior Health Educator : Plans, directs, coordinates, evaluates, and oversees health education programs in a specific health subject or in a service planning area. Community Services Coordinator II: Has functional responsibility for the implementation of the policies and programs of an organization in a specialized field such as community organization development, youth services or special research projects and statistical analysis. Advises and assists staff members and County-wide community organizations in matters relating to juvenile an adult delinquency prevention. **** In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, youmust attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows 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 seven (7) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. 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) Official Transcripts is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the courses from the school's website is NOT considered official transcripts and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.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. You 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. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT 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. 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 . FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: 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. DO NOT SHARE 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 may erase a candidate's original application record. 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 in equalities 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. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH4614I-EA California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER Y4614L TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING DATES: March 21, 2024, at 8:00 A.M., (PT) THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOSTING TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD NO WITHHOLDS OR OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION 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: Conducts program evaluation audits of hospitals, day-care centers and related health facilities to ensure that appropriate quality of care is maintained by private agencies with County contracts. Essential Job Functions Audits and evaluates services provided by hospitals, day-care treatment centers and related health facilities for compliance with County contracts for a variety of health-related services. Conducts detailed inspections during on-site visits, and evaluations of each special area of contracted services, including staff qualifications, licensure, insurance coverage, adequacy of diagnosis and treatment and charting procedures. Identifies possible areas of non-compliance with contractual terms and provides consultative services to facility administrators regarding deficiencies. Provides health and substance abuse rehabilitation consultation services to contract providers, advising the providers on the utilization of treatment modalities. Writes reports of audits and negotiates a plan for correction of deficiencies in compliance with the agency management. Manages assigned contracts including monitoring expenditures to ensure budgetary compliance, prepares budget modifications, ensures both accuracy and compliance with reporting data requirements, approves invoices and ensures the agency maintains inventory of purchased equipment. Assists in preparation of grant applications and participates in the competitive bidding process by providing technical assistance to evaluators. Assists in the annual health facility contract negotiation meetings. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years' experience in an administrative** or staff capacity*** assisting in the planning, developing, monitoring, evaluating, or auditing of health or social service contracts or programs at the level of Los Angeles County classes of Administrative Assistant III**** or higher. ** Administrative capacity in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: performs work typically in an administrative services branch of an organizational unit, including responsibility for the development of procedures and participation in policy formulation. Experience at the level of independent responsibility for assignments of average difficulty analyzing and making recommendations for the solutions of problems of organization, budget, personnel, programs, facilities planning, supply chain management, and general management. *** Staff Capacity in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: works in an advisory 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. Works under general supervision of the line of the division manager. ****Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Administrative Assistant III is defined as: defines, analyzes, and makes recommendations for the solution of highly complex***** operating, budgetary and financing, and other management problems of a 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. 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. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants that possess the following: Additional experience beyond the Selection Requirements. Experience preparing and presenting oral and written reports related to compliance detailing deficiencies and discrepancies requiring corrective action. Experience conducting inspections and analysis of contracts and documentation to determine contractor or vendor compliance with administrative, programmatic/service, and billing and payment contractual provisions, County policies, and State and federal laws and regulations; including but not limited to regulatory and administrative elements of the contract such as licensure, health screening and background clearance. Experience interviewing to gather and compile information/data relevant in the determination of contractor or vendor compliance with contractual provisions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : If you are unable to attach required/supporting documents during application submission, you may email the document to Yolanda Ramos at yramos@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online or you will not receive credit. Please include your name, the exam title, and the exam number in the email message. ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register for this examination. 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 and will appear 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 AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services (DHS) throughout Los Angeles County 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. 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. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, 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. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position 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 and documents provided by applicants 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 Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving 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 a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . 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. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application 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. 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, regency 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. 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. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Yolanda Ramos, Exam Analyst yramos@dhs.lacounty.gov (best contact due to telework) (213) 288-7000 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Mar 21, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER Y4614L TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING DATES: March 21, 2024, at 8:00 A.M., (PT) THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOSTING TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD NO WITHHOLDS OR OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION 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: Conducts program evaluation audits of hospitals, day-care centers and related health facilities to ensure that appropriate quality of care is maintained by private agencies with County contracts. Essential Job Functions Audits and evaluates services provided by hospitals, day-care treatment centers and related health facilities for compliance with County contracts for a variety of health-related services. Conducts detailed inspections during on-site visits, and evaluations of each special area of contracted services, including staff qualifications, licensure, insurance coverage, adequacy of diagnosis and treatment and charting procedures. Identifies possible areas of non-compliance with contractual terms and provides consultative services to facility administrators regarding deficiencies. Provides health and substance abuse rehabilitation consultation services to contract providers, advising the providers on the utilization of treatment modalities. Writes reports of audits and negotiates a plan for correction of deficiencies in compliance with the agency management. Manages assigned contracts including monitoring expenditures to ensure budgetary compliance, prepares budget modifications, ensures both accuracy and compliance with reporting data requirements, approves invoices and ensures the agency maintains inventory of purchased equipment. Assists in preparation of grant applications and participates in the competitive bidding process by providing technical assistance to evaluators. Assists in the annual health facility contract negotiation meetings. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years' experience in an administrative** or staff capacity*** assisting in the planning, developing, monitoring, evaluating, or auditing of health or social service contracts or programs at the level of Los Angeles County classes of Administrative Assistant III**** or higher. ** Administrative capacity in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: performs work typically in an administrative services branch of an organizational unit, including responsibility for the development of procedures and participation in policy formulation. Experience at the level of independent responsibility for assignments of average difficulty analyzing and making recommendations for the solutions of problems of organization, budget, personnel, programs, facilities planning, supply chain management, and general management. *** Staff Capacity in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: works in an advisory 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. Works under general supervision of the line of the division manager. ****Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Administrative Assistant III is defined as: defines, analyzes, and makes recommendations for the solution of highly complex***** operating, budgetary and financing, and other management problems of a 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. 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. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants that possess the following: Additional experience beyond the Selection Requirements. Experience preparing and presenting oral and written reports related to compliance detailing deficiencies and discrepancies requiring corrective action. Experience conducting inspections and analysis of contracts and documentation to determine contractor or vendor compliance with administrative, programmatic/service, and billing and payment contractual provisions, County policies, and State and federal laws and regulations; including but not limited to regulatory and administrative elements of the contract such as licensure, health screening and background clearance. Experience interviewing to gather and compile information/data relevant in the determination of contractor or vendor compliance with contractual provisions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : If you are unable to attach required/supporting documents during application submission, you may email the document to Yolanda Ramos at yramos@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online or you will not receive credit. Please include your name, the exam title, and the exam number in the email message. ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register for this examination. 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 and will appear 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 AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services (DHS) throughout Los Angeles County 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. 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. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, 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. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position 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 and documents provided by applicants 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 Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving 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 a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . 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. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application 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. 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, regency 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. 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. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Yolanda Ramos, Exam Analyst yramos@dhs.lacounty.gov (best contact due to telework) (213) 288-7000 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Kitsap County, WA
Bremerton, Washington, United States
OVERVIEW This position provides specialized and administrative duties in the coordination, preparation, and compilation of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) required documentation for the application and processing of community development block grants. Our new team member is an active participant on our team, while at the same time has highly independent program support duties. This part-time, temporary position is under review to be a regularly budgeted position beginning January 2025. If you have strong administrative office skills and enjoy performing work in support of the community, this may be the job you have been looking for! CDBG -LANDING (kitsap.gov) QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Required Education and Experience Associate's degree in Human Services or closely related field and three years of support related experience OR Bachelor's degree in Human Services or closely related field and one year of support related experience OR Any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills and ability required to perform the work Preferred Education, Experience or Other Qualifications Experience working with HUD or housing documentation Knowledge of Community Block Grant practices, policies or procedures Criminal Conviction Standards: The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised to a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which may include fingerprinting. Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ffa/disqualifying-list-crimes-and-negative-actions Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Office practices and administration Data collection procedures and methodology Research and analysis methods Skills and/or Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, and the public Understand and execute complex oral or written instructions Apply guidelines to widely varied situations Write reports to properly identify and present data Meet established deadlines Collect, assimilate, and analyze data and information and handle multiple tasks with individual deadlines Working Conditions/Physical Activities (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) The duties in this position are performed primarily in an office setting. Remote opportunities may be available as approved by management. May require work in the evening for occasional attendance at meetings Contact with the public and special interest groups, County officials, goverment agencies, and other County departments ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Assume the role of Integrated Disbursement Information System (IDIS) Administrator from HUD; organize sub-grantee activities in accordance with applicable regulations. Prepare and process reimbursements, setup and fund activities and prepare draw down requests for the Auditor. Track outside of IDIS using MS Excel to maintain detailed information and grant balances. Receipt, track, and fund incoming program income checks per regulations. Prepare, compile and organize sub-grantee demographics and accomplishments for producing year-end performance reports. Provide assistance with planning documents including annual report, annual action plan, and 5-year consolidated plan including obtaining board signatures and preparing documents for website and legal ad publication. Responsible for contract administration including corresponding with agencies about contract documents and forms, tracking registrations and debarment in the System for Award Management (SAM), current insurance, and processing of HUD, subrecipieint, state and/or local agreements through Kitsap County’s contract system and utilizing a tracking system to maintain each agreement from routing to execution through completion, period of affordability, and inventory, providing executed contract documents to agency. Receive and process invoices with coordination and approval by Block Grant Project Managers and receive and track quarterly reporting from agencies. Prepare and submit federal reports including labor relations semi-annual enforcement report, WBE/MBE semi-annual report, contract reporting through the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Subaward Reporting System (FSRS) and final preparation and submittal of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and Annual Action Plan. Work closely with Block Grant staff to fulfill all aspects of HUD requirements for the administration of the program Develop and maintain office procedures. Compose email and/or communicate via Zoom or MS Teams to support and respond to requests from other departments, agencies, vendors, or the general public and submit documents as needed and with little guidance, to support the Division in accomplishing work or making decisions. Provide administrative support through research and other requested information, including for the annual Coordinated Grant Application Process OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is covered by the Kitsap County Extra Help Policy Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection. No benefits are offered with this position exceptthose required by the state or federal law. Closing Date/Time: 3/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Mar 16, 2024
Part Time
OVERVIEW This position provides specialized and administrative duties in the coordination, preparation, and compilation of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) required documentation for the application and processing of community development block grants. Our new team member is an active participant on our team, while at the same time has highly independent program support duties. This part-time, temporary position is under review to be a regularly budgeted position beginning January 2025. If you have strong administrative office skills and enjoy performing work in support of the community, this may be the job you have been looking for! CDBG -LANDING (kitsap.gov) QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Required Education and Experience Associate's degree in Human Services or closely related field and three years of support related experience OR Bachelor's degree in Human Services or closely related field and one year of support related experience OR Any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills and ability required to perform the work Preferred Education, Experience or Other Qualifications Experience working with HUD or housing documentation Knowledge of Community Block Grant practices, policies or procedures Criminal Conviction Standards: The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised to a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which may include fingerprinting. Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ffa/disqualifying-list-crimes-and-negative-actions Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Office practices and administration Data collection procedures and methodology Research and analysis methods Skills and/or Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, and the public Understand and execute complex oral or written instructions Apply guidelines to widely varied situations Write reports to properly identify and present data Meet established deadlines Collect, assimilate, and analyze data and information and handle multiple tasks with individual deadlines Working Conditions/Physical Activities (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) The duties in this position are performed primarily in an office setting. Remote opportunities may be available as approved by management. May require work in the evening for occasional attendance at meetings Contact with the public and special interest groups, County officials, goverment agencies, and other County departments ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Assume the role of Integrated Disbursement Information System (IDIS) Administrator from HUD; organize sub-grantee activities in accordance with applicable regulations. Prepare and process reimbursements, setup and fund activities and prepare draw down requests for the Auditor. Track outside of IDIS using MS Excel to maintain detailed information and grant balances. Receipt, track, and fund incoming program income checks per regulations. Prepare, compile and organize sub-grantee demographics and accomplishments for producing year-end performance reports. Provide assistance with planning documents including annual report, annual action plan, and 5-year consolidated plan including obtaining board signatures and preparing documents for website and legal ad publication. Responsible for contract administration including corresponding with agencies about contract documents and forms, tracking registrations and debarment in the System for Award Management (SAM), current insurance, and processing of HUD, subrecipieint, state and/or local agreements through Kitsap County’s contract system and utilizing a tracking system to maintain each agreement from routing to execution through completion, period of affordability, and inventory, providing executed contract documents to agency. Receive and process invoices with coordination and approval by Block Grant Project Managers and receive and track quarterly reporting from agencies. Prepare and submit federal reports including labor relations semi-annual enforcement report, WBE/MBE semi-annual report, contract reporting through the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Subaward Reporting System (FSRS) and final preparation and submittal of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and Annual Action Plan. Work closely with Block Grant staff to fulfill all aspects of HUD requirements for the administration of the program Develop and maintain office procedures. Compose email and/or communicate via Zoom or MS Teams to support and respond to requests from other departments, agencies, vendors, or the general public and submit documents as needed and with little guidance, to support the Division in accomplishing work or making decisions. Provide administrative support through research and other requested information, including for the annual Coordinated Grant Application Process OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is covered by the Kitsap County Extra Help Policy Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection. No benefits are offered with this position exceptthose required by the state or federal law. Closing Date/Time: 3/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific