City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best-managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government, and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Housing Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. The City of San José Housing Department's mission is to strengthen and revitalize our community through housing and neighborhood investment. The Housing Department is recruiting for an Analyst position in the Rent Stabilization Program. The Rent Stabilization Program provides mediation and arbitration services to landlords and tenants in rent-controlled apartments, oversees rent controlled mobile homes and provides information and referrals for non-rent controlled rental units in San José. Under the direction of a Senior Analyst, the position provides information and assistance to the public and staff on many aspects of rent stabilization and rental housing laws, regulations, and procedures. The position may prepare petitions from the public in preparation for hearings under the City's rent stabilization and related ordinances, answer public inquiries to the Rent Stabilization Program, track and analyze data and outcomes, as well as perform other complex tasks required in the administration of housing programs. This position will assist in outreach and education functions and may assist tenants and landlords in accessing eviction prevention resources, including emergency rental assistance and legal services. The position may collect documents and assess eligibility of tenants and landlords for an eviction diversion program. The incumbent will be expected to make public presentations, interact with tenants, property owners, and their representatives and must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with persons from diverse social, cultural and economic backgrounds. Duties of the positions may include: Responding to inquiries from the public regarding Apartment Rent Ordinance, Tenant Protection Ordinance, Mobile homes Ordinance, and related rules, regulations and policies and making referrals to other agencies, as appropriate. Processing petitions from landlords and tenants and supporting Hearing Officers and mediators throughout the hearing and mediation process. Assisting parties to the petition in developing all information needed for presentation in hearings without bias toward either party. Facilitating the resolution of petitions and complaints where possible through voluntary agreements between the parties that are consistent with the City's housing ordinances and policies. Tracking and reporting outcomes of petitions. Manage relationships and contracts with contract employees providing mediation and arbitration services for the Rent Stabilization Program. Assisting landlords in maintaining compliance with City rental housing ordinances through enrollment in the City's rental programs, maintenance of business licenses, and other city and state permit requirements as appropriate. Working with developers, contractors and across departments to ensure compliance with Ellis Act and other tenant displacement ordinances Participating with groups in analyzing and evaluating community conditions and needs; offer guidance and counsel in the establishment of goals and techniques of achievement. Conducting outreach to San José's diverse communities to educate landlords and tenants about their rights and responsibilities Obtain data and other information from operating departments through use of questionnaires, personal visits, and otherwise as indicated; assemble, array, process, and analyze data; prepare studies and reports as indicated; and propose or suggest appropriate action to supervisor. Analyzing rent and other data to ensure compliance with City ordinances. Utilize automated data processing applications, including spreadsheets and databases to analyze and present information. Developing solutions to administrative problems by gathering and analyzing facts about program compliance, processes, procedures and workload; evaluating and preparing recommendations in response to departmental requests for program changes; and supporting the installation of improved systems or organization; Monitoring program budget; preparing revenue estimates; preparing and monitoring grants, contracts, and other financial transactions. Preparing and revising policy and procedures manuals and instructional materials for public and internal use. Attending internal and public meetings as required. May be required to present information through speaking in public forums on City housing and other programs. Drafting memoranda and coordinating with team members to prepare regular reports May supervise and give direction to clerical support staff and/or student interns. Providing translation services, as needed, for Department staff. Performing related work as required. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and communication skills, experience with general management/administrative analytic work and providing information to the public that has involved the interpretation and applications of laws, rules, and regulations. Familiarity with rent control, eviction process, and/or issues regarding housing is highly desirable. Fluency in a foreign language, such as Spanish, Vietnamese, Cantonese, Mandarin or Tagalog, is highly desirable. This recruitment will be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Education and Experience Analyst I A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Analyst II A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university AND two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional staff analytic or administrative experience conducting studies, organizing and analyzing data, and preparing reports, recommendations, or conclusions for a functional area in budget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration, or human resources. Acceptable Substitution Additional years of experience in a position comparable to the Staff Specialist with the City of San José in areas such as budget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration or human resources may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis. The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. More specifically: Experience in general management/administrative analytic work and providing information to the public. Familiarity with rent stabilization, eviction process and/or housing issues is desirable. Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex regulations and legal documents. Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or s
ituation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions. Facilitation - Exhibits behaviors and techniques that enhance the quality of group processes. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Edmund Wong at Edmund.wong@sanjoseca.gov
May 10, 2024
Full Time
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best-managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government, and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Housing Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. The City of San José Housing Department's mission is to strengthen and revitalize our community through housing and neighborhood investment. The Housing Department is recruiting for an Analyst position in the Rent Stabilization Program. The Rent Stabilization Program provides mediation and arbitration services to landlords and tenants in rent-controlled apartments, oversees rent controlled mobile homes and provides information and referrals for non-rent controlled rental units in San José. Under the direction of a Senior Analyst, the position provides information and assistance to the public and staff on many aspects of rent stabilization and rental housing laws, regulations, and procedures. The position may prepare petitions from the public in preparation for hearings under the City's rent stabilization and related ordinances, answer public inquiries to the Rent Stabilization Program, track and analyze data and outcomes, as well as perform other complex tasks required in the administration of housing programs. This position will assist in outreach and education functions and may assist tenants and landlords in accessing eviction prevention resources, including emergency rental assistance and legal services. The position may collect documents and assess eligibility of tenants and landlords for an eviction diversion program. The incumbent will be expected to make public presentations, interact with tenants, property owners, and their representatives and must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with persons from diverse social, cultural and economic backgrounds. Duties of the positions may include: Responding to inquiries from the public regarding Apartment Rent Ordinance, Tenant Protection Ordinance, Mobile homes Ordinance, and related rules, regulations and policies and making referrals to other agencies, as appropriate. Processing petitions from landlords and tenants and supporting Hearing Officers and mediators throughout the hearing and mediation process. Assisting parties to the petition in developing all information needed for presentation in hearings without bias toward either party. Facilitating the resolution of petitions and complaints where possible through voluntary agreements between the parties that are consistent with the City's housing ordinances and policies. Tracking and reporting outcomes of petitions. Manage relationships and contracts with contract employees providing mediation and arbitration services for the Rent Stabilization Program. Assisting landlords in maintaining compliance with City rental housing ordinances through enrollment in the City's rental programs, maintenance of business licenses, and other city and state permit requirements as appropriate. Working with developers, contractors and across departments to ensure compliance with Ellis Act and other tenant displacement ordinances Participating with groups in analyzing and evaluating community conditions and needs; offer guidance and counsel in the establishment of goals and techniques of achievement. Conducting outreach to San José's diverse communities to educate landlords and tenants about their rights and responsibilities Obtain data and other information from operating departments through use of questionnaires, personal visits, and otherwise as indicated; assemble, array, process, and analyze data; prepare studies and reports as indicated; and propose or suggest appropriate action to supervisor. Analyzing rent and other data to ensure compliance with City ordinances. Utilize automated data processing applications, including spreadsheets and databases to analyze and present information. Developing solutions to administrative problems by gathering and analyzing facts about program compliance, processes, procedures and workload; evaluating and preparing recommendations in response to departmental requests for program changes; and supporting the installation of improved systems or organization; Monitoring program budget; preparing revenue estimates; preparing and monitoring grants, contracts, and other financial transactions. Preparing and revising policy and procedures manuals and instructional materials for public and internal use. Attending internal and public meetings as required. May be required to present information through speaking in public forums on City housing and other programs. Drafting memoranda and coordinating with team members to prepare regular reports May supervise and give direction to clerical support staff and/or student interns. Providing translation services, as needed, for Department staff. Performing related work as required. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and communication skills, experience with general management/administrative analytic work and providing information to the public that has involved the interpretation and applications of laws, rules, and regulations. Familiarity with rent control, eviction process, and/or issues regarding housing is highly desirable. Fluency in a foreign language, such as Spanish, Vietnamese, Cantonese, Mandarin or Tagalog, is highly desirable. This recruitment will be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Education and Experience Analyst I A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Analyst II A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university AND two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional staff analytic or administrative experience conducting studies, organizing and analyzing data, and preparing reports, recommendations, or conclusions for a functional area in budget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration, or human resources. Acceptable Substitution Additional years of experience in a position comparable to the Staff Specialist with the City of San José in areas such as budget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration or human resources may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis. The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. More specifically: Experience in general management/administrative analytic work and providing information to the public. Familiarity with rent stabilization, eviction process and/or housing issues is desirable. Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex regulations and legal documents. Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or s
ituation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions. Facilitation - Exhibits behaviors and techniques that enhance the quality of group processes. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Edmund Wong at Edmund.wong@sanjoseca.gov
Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION . The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY: The Alameda County Social Services Agency (SSA) is comprised of almost 2,400 men and women working collectively and in partnership with community-based organizations, neighborhood groups and policy makers to serve the needs of the community. SSA provides services through its administration and operating departments. Administration includes Finance, Government and Community Relations, and Human Resources. SSA’s operations include Adult and Aging Services, Children and Family Services, and Workforce and Benefits Administration. The Social Services Agency assists one out of four of Alameda County's residents. The mission of the Social Services Agency is to promote the economic and social well-being of individuals, families, neighborhoods, and communities. To learn more about the Alameda County Social Services Agency, please visit the website at https://www.alamedasocialservices.org/ . THE POSITION: This classification specification describes the journey-level classification of the Social Worker Classification flexible staffed series. Under general supervision, the Social Worker II Social Workers will assess clients for eligibility of services, needs, and make level, to assess referrals to appropriate service programs, as well as provide assistance and provide, provide counseling and appropriate supportive social services to clients; collect and evaluate client socio-economic information and data; manage the on-going responsibility for a caseload of applicants or clients receiving services, and performs other related duties as required. For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: Social Worker II (6715) . IDEAL CANDIDATE: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications below, the ideal candidate will possess the following critical attributes: Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with a proven record of delivering clear, effective communication, taking responsibility for understanding others, and clearly conveying information, and ideas through a variety of media; The ability to build and maintain successful work relationships, collaborating with multiple agencies to address client needs, work effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations, or backgrounds, and making the most effective use of the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals; Skill as a well-organized individual, capable of prioritizing, multi-tasking planning daily work activities, and establishing a course of action to ensure work is completed efficiently; Ability to treat people with dignity, respect and fairness, giving proper credit, and standing up for deserving others and their ideas even in the face of resistance or challenge; Outstanding analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to think logically and arrive at sound conclusions; A demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to apply, the principles, practices and techniques of social work; Knowledge of Welfare and Institutions Code, the Social Security Act, and pertinent legislation in the field of public welfare; Ability to interpret complex federal and state laws, rules and regulations and procedures related to social work; and Experience providing client-centered service and demonstrated knowledge of public and private social agencies and other community resources. VACANCIES: The current vacancies are within the Social Services Agency. However, the eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used by any department needing to fill a vacancy. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Experience : The equivalent of six (6) months of full-time experience in the class of Social Worker I in the Alameda County classified service. OR II Education : Equivalent to graduation from a two (2) year accredited college (90 quarter units or 60 semester units), which includes 15 semester or 22 quarter units in social welfare, social/human services, public health, sociology, psychology, clinical psychology, counseling, or other behavioral science. AND Experience : The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience as an Employment Counselor or experience comparable to an Employment Counselor. OR III Education : Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university (180 quarter units or 120-semester units), which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter units in social welfare, social/human services, public health, sociology, psychology, clinical psychology, counseling, or other behavioral science. AND Experience : The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time social casework experience in a public or non-profit human services agency. (Completion of one (1) year of graduate study in a recognized school of social work may be substituted for the experience required.) License : All positions require possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Special Requirements : Fluency in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Farsi, Tagalog, Vietnamese, or Cambodian is desirable. NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of : Principles, practices, and techniques of social work. Provisions of the California Welfare and Institutions Code, the Social Security Act, and other pertinent legislation in the field of public welfare, including changes and developments in such legislation. Aims and functions of community organization and resources, including available services in the employment field County and State Health and Human Services Agency and health care. Basic psychological theory and practices related to human behavior. Public and private social agencies and other community resources. Ability to : Analyze and evaluate individual situations to reach sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Interpret complex Federal and State laws, rules, regulations, and procedures. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other professional personnel and the public, the general public, culturally diverse populations, other departments/agencies, co-workers, and other groups and organizations. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Prioritize work. Demonstrate good customer service, interpersonal sensitivity and diplomacy when working with others regarding sensitive or crisis situations. Implement effective caseload management techniques. Deal impartially and with restraint in stressful situations. Follow complex oral and written instructions. Use computers and software applications effectively. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF the following steps: 1) A review of applicants' applications to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A review of candidates’ Supplemental Questionnaires to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. 3) An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the “What You Need to Know” section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PLAN Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance.The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00 PM Monday, May 13, 2024 Review of Minimum Qualifications: May 20, 2024 Review of Supplemental Questionnaire for Best Qualified: Week of June 17 , 2024 Virtual Civil Service Pre-Recorded Oral Examination: Week of July 8, 2024 Notification of Results July 29, 2024 Promulgation of Eligible List August 7, 2024 TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Departmental Hiring Interviews *TBD WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County’s Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes.To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date offiling. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website: www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, @acgov.org, Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email boxesNoreply@jobaps.comand noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.orgare routed to unmonitored mailboxes. If you have questions, please go to our website atwww.acgov.org/hrs. You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Montrice Goodman| Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 208-3954 | Montrice.Goodman2@acgov.org www.acgov.org/hrs DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: 5/13/2024 5:00:00 PM
Apr 19, 2024
Full Time
Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION . The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY: The Alameda County Social Services Agency (SSA) is comprised of almost 2,400 men and women working collectively and in partnership with community-based organizations, neighborhood groups and policy makers to serve the needs of the community. SSA provides services through its administration and operating departments. Administration includes Finance, Government and Community Relations, and Human Resources. SSA’s operations include Adult and Aging Services, Children and Family Services, and Workforce and Benefits Administration. The Social Services Agency assists one out of four of Alameda County's residents. The mission of the Social Services Agency is to promote the economic and social well-being of individuals, families, neighborhoods, and communities. To learn more about the Alameda County Social Services Agency, please visit the website at https://www.alamedasocialservices.org/ . THE POSITION: This classification specification describes the journey-level classification of the Social Worker Classification flexible staffed series. Under general supervision, the Social Worker II Social Workers will assess clients for eligibility of services, needs, and make level, to assess referrals to appropriate service programs, as well as provide assistance and provide, provide counseling and appropriate supportive social services to clients; collect and evaluate client socio-economic information and data; manage the on-going responsibility for a caseload of applicants or clients receiving services, and performs other related duties as required. For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: Social Worker II (6715) . IDEAL CANDIDATE: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications below, the ideal candidate will possess the following critical attributes: Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with a proven record of delivering clear, effective communication, taking responsibility for understanding others, and clearly conveying information, and ideas through a variety of media; The ability to build and maintain successful work relationships, collaborating with multiple agencies to address client needs, work effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations, or backgrounds, and making the most effective use of the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals; Skill as a well-organized individual, capable of prioritizing, multi-tasking planning daily work activities, and establishing a course of action to ensure work is completed efficiently; Ability to treat people with dignity, respect and fairness, giving proper credit, and standing up for deserving others and their ideas even in the face of resistance or challenge; Outstanding analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to think logically and arrive at sound conclusions; A demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to apply, the principles, practices and techniques of social work; Knowledge of Welfare and Institutions Code, the Social Security Act, and pertinent legislation in the field of public welfare; Ability to interpret complex federal and state laws, rules and regulations and procedures related to social work; and Experience providing client-centered service and demonstrated knowledge of public and private social agencies and other community resources. VACANCIES: The current vacancies are within the Social Services Agency. However, the eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used by any department needing to fill a vacancy. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Experience : The equivalent of six (6) months of full-time experience in the class of Social Worker I in the Alameda County classified service. OR II Education : Equivalent to graduation from a two (2) year accredited college (90 quarter units or 60 semester units), which includes 15 semester or 22 quarter units in social welfare, social/human services, public health, sociology, psychology, clinical psychology, counseling, or other behavioral science. AND Experience : The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience as an Employment Counselor or experience comparable to an Employment Counselor. OR III Education : Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university (180 quarter units or 120-semester units), which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter units in social welfare, social/human services, public health, sociology, psychology, clinical psychology, counseling, or other behavioral science. AND Experience : The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time social casework experience in a public or non-profit human services agency. (Completion of one (1) year of graduate study in a recognized school of social work may be substituted for the experience required.) License : All positions require possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Special Requirements : Fluency in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Farsi, Tagalog, Vietnamese, or Cambodian is desirable. NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of : Principles, practices, and techniques of social work. Provisions of the California Welfare and Institutions Code, the Social Security Act, and other pertinent legislation in the field of public welfare, including changes and developments in such legislation. Aims and functions of community organization and resources, including available services in the employment field County and State Health and Human Services Agency and health care. Basic psychological theory and practices related to human behavior. Public and private social agencies and other community resources. Ability to : Analyze and evaluate individual situations to reach sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Interpret complex Federal and State laws, rules, regulations, and procedures. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other professional personnel and the public, the general public, culturally diverse populations, other departments/agencies, co-workers, and other groups and organizations. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Prioritize work. Demonstrate good customer service, interpersonal sensitivity and diplomacy when working with others regarding sensitive or crisis situations. Implement effective caseload management techniques. Deal impartially and with restraint in stressful situations. Follow complex oral and written instructions. Use computers and software applications effectively. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF the following steps: 1) A review of applicants' applications to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A review of candidates’ Supplemental Questionnaires to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. 3) An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the “What You Need to Know” section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PLAN Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance.The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00 PM Monday, May 13, 2024 Review of Minimum Qualifications: May 20, 2024 Review of Supplemental Questionnaire for Best Qualified: Week of June 17 , 2024 Virtual Civil Service Pre-Recorded Oral Examination: Week of July 8, 2024 Notification of Results July 29, 2024 Promulgation of Eligible List August 7, 2024 TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Departmental Hiring Interviews *TBD WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County’s Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes.To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date offiling. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website: www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, @acgov.org, Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email boxesNoreply@jobaps.comand noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.orgare routed to unmonitored mailboxes. If you have questions, please go to our website atwww.acgov.org/hrs. You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Montrice Goodman| Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 208-3954 | Montrice.Goodman2@acgov.org www.acgov.org/hrs DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: 5/13/2024 5:00:00 PM
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER C1003E-EA TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE- EMERGENCY FILING PERIOD We will begin accepting applications on Friday, February 23, 2024, at 8:00 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. 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 Public Works is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Administrative Services Manager II 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 wh o successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Administrative Services Manager II . Essential Job Functions Supervises a unit of analysts responsible for performing a full range of difficult to complex analytical assignments within one or more administrative functional areas and makes recommendations on highly complex issues which directly impact departmental programs and administrative operations, and which may be of a confidential or sensitive nature. An Administrative Services Manager II is responsible for a combination of the following job functions, as it relates to Examinations, Recruitment and/or Personnel Operations: Provides the support needed to hire positions that will be providing encampment resolutions services as it relates to activities such as trash and sanitary services, monitoring of illegal dumping, and addressing community and Board requests related to encampments. Manages a staff of subordinate supervisors and analysts providing personnel operation services in departmental recruitment, and examinations, particularly for Public Works staff that will be essential for advancing homeless initiatives related to housing and on-site services at encampments. HR staff will need to support Public Works in attracting and recruiting staff who have the appropriate skills and experience needed for homeless response efforts, including experience in information technology and Geographic Information Systems, permitting for interim, permanent, and affordable housing, as well experience as building inspectors, contract monitors, and program managers who can oversee programs and services that assist People Experiencing Homelessness (PEH). Participates in interviewing and selecting staff; establishing performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly monitoring performance and providing training, coaching, and recommendations on performance improvement; and taking disciplinary action in accordance with County Policies. Interacts with a variety of individuals (e.g., vendors, managers, representatives of external agencies/organizations), participating in meetings, making presentations, and coordinating activities with County and departmental staff, consultants, outside agencies, etcetera, to ensure that programs, especially those focused on PEH-related initiatives, are successfully implemented. Provides administrative and technical supervision to staff performing the various functions in Exams/Recruitment unit such as composing job postings, recruitment, and applicant assessment for critical classifications supporting both direct and indirect services and programs that benefit PEH. Provides administrative and technical supervision to staff performing the various functions in Personnel Operations unit such as reviewing and processing personnel action requests (PARs) for new hires, transfers, and promotions; conducting live scans; and coordinating the selection interview process for critical classifications supporting both direct and indirect services and programs that benefit PEH. Plans, organizes, assigns, and evaluates the work of journey-level analysts assigned to a unit or project team; with staff, develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve assigned objectives; provides input and monitors performance; participates in developing, implementing and evaluating plans, processes and procedures to achieve established goals and objectives in accordance with department standards. Participates in interviewing and selecting new unit staff; establishes performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly monitors performance and provides training, coaching and mentoring for performance improvement; recommends performance recognition when warranted; subject to management concurrence, takes disciplinary action in accordance with County policies. Plans and conducts highly complex and sensitive research assignments requiring the development of study criteria, locating and gathering of data from multiple sources and interpretation of conflicting and ambiguous data to reach sound conclusions; identifies research problems and challenges, and devises analytical methods and techniques required to accomplish assignment objectives; develops statistical and information-gathering processes to ensure quality, integrity, validity and relevance of data obtained for analysis and decision making purposes. Compiles information by grouping and/or categorizing the information (e.g., in tables, spreadsheets, data files) in meaningful ways in order to facilitate meeting specific analytical requirements. Uses qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods in order to identify and evaluate highly complex issues, summarize findings and draw fact based conclusions often based upon large amounts of ambiguous and/or conflicting information. Analyzes highly complex operational, financial, program and other issues and makes recommendations on appropriate courses of action; participates in the development of options and positions that meet objectives and best balance the interest of various stakeholders; develops and/or recommends the development of major programs or policies to address problems or improve operations by applying the results of research and analysis of pertinent information in order to ensure the highest likelihood of success. Prepares a variety of documents (e.g., reports, business correspondence, memoranda) often of a highly sensitive nature requiring the exercise of organizational acumen; uses appropriate software programs (e.g., word processing, desktop publishing, presentation) in order to effectively communicate information to various audiences (e.g., departmental personnel, members of the public, governing boards). Interacts with a variety of individuals (e.g., vendors, managers, representatives of external agencies/organizations) often on highly sensitive, contentious and confidential issues; participates in meetings to make presentations, provide advice and/or consultation services, resolve conflicts, mediate disputes, and negotiate agreements; coordinates activities with County central agency and departmental staff, consultants, outside agencies, etc. to ensure that programs are successfully implemented. Monitors processes and programs by gathering and analyzing relevant information in order to ensure that processes are capable and stable, and programs are proceeding as planned; monitors emerging issues and concerns in order to develop timely proactive responses. Evaluates the effectiveness of various programs by comparing program outcomes to program goals in order to determine whether to continue, modify, or discontinue programs. Performs various administrative duties (e.g., creating and maintaining files; formatting standard documents; receiving, processing, and routing documents) by appropriately applying Federal and State laws, County and local ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures in order to ensure all work done complies with established guidelines and requirements. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I : A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university - AND - Three years of experience performing analytical assignments, two years of which must have been at the level of a journey-level analyst* or higher, within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field. Option II : Five years of experience performing analytical assignments, two years of which must have been at the level of a journey-level analyst* or higher, within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field. *Journey-level analyst work involves the independent performance of work assignments which require the use of sound professional judgment, initiative and creativity in identifying and selecting research and analytical methods and techniques to address and resolve complex, controversial, and/or sensitive problems related to administrative functions such as human resources, budget, finance, contracts and other closely-related administrative functional areas. Note: For a fuller description of journey-level analytical work, refer to Los Angeles County's Administrative Services Manager I class (Item #1002). LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method or 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. DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Two years experience with employee onboarding, processing employee transactions, live scans, salary placements, and bonuses. Two years developing recruitment strategies, advertising job openings, screening applications, administering assessments, and generating eligible list. Two years conducting job analysis, developing assessments, validating assessments, and analyzing assessment data. Additional Information EXAM 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 the initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate the candidates performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. SPECIAL INFORMATION: 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 . APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: 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, and description of work performed. 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. IMPORTANT NOTES: FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or 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. 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 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 https://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. 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 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 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. CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION! CONTACT INFORMATION Department Contact Name : Airess Batungbakal Department Contact Phone : (626) 458-2141 Department Contact Email: abatungbakal@dpw.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER C1003E-EA TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE- EMERGENCY FILING PERIOD We will begin accepting applications on Friday, February 23, 2024, at 8:00 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. 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 Public Works is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Administrative Services Manager II 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 wh o successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Administrative Services Manager II . Essential Job Functions Supervises a unit of analysts responsible for performing a full range of difficult to complex analytical assignments within one or more administrative functional areas and makes recommendations on highly complex issues which directly impact departmental programs and administrative operations, and which may be of a confidential or sensitive nature. An Administrative Services Manager II is responsible for a combination of the following job functions, as it relates to Examinations, Recruitment and/or Personnel Operations: Provides the support needed to hire positions that will be providing encampment resolutions services as it relates to activities such as trash and sanitary services, monitoring of illegal dumping, and addressing community and Board requests related to encampments. Manages a staff of subordinate supervisors and analysts providing personnel operation services in departmental recruitment, and examinations, particularly for Public Works staff that will be essential for advancing homeless initiatives related to housing and on-site services at encampments. HR staff will need to support Public Works in attracting and recruiting staff who have the appropriate skills and experience needed for homeless response efforts, including experience in information technology and Geographic Information Systems, permitting for interim, permanent, and affordable housing, as well experience as building inspectors, contract monitors, and program managers who can oversee programs and services that assist People Experiencing Homelessness (PEH). Participates in interviewing and selecting staff; establishing performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly monitoring performance and providing training, coaching, and recommendations on performance improvement; and taking disciplinary action in accordance with County Policies. Interacts with a variety of individuals (e.g., vendors, managers, representatives of external agencies/organizations), participating in meetings, making presentations, and coordinating activities with County and departmental staff, consultants, outside agencies, etcetera, to ensure that programs, especially those focused on PEH-related initiatives, are successfully implemented. Provides administrative and technical supervision to staff performing the various functions in Exams/Recruitment unit such as composing job postings, recruitment, and applicant assessment for critical classifications supporting both direct and indirect services and programs that benefit PEH. Provides administrative and technical supervision to staff performing the various functions in Personnel Operations unit such as reviewing and processing personnel action requests (PARs) for new hires, transfers, and promotions; conducting live scans; and coordinating the selection interview process for critical classifications supporting both direct and indirect services and programs that benefit PEH. Plans, organizes, assigns, and evaluates the work of journey-level analysts assigned to a unit or project team; with staff, develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve assigned objectives; provides input and monitors performance; participates in developing, implementing and evaluating plans, processes and procedures to achieve established goals and objectives in accordance with department standards. Participates in interviewing and selecting new unit staff; establishes performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly monitors performance and provides training, coaching and mentoring for performance improvement; recommends performance recognition when warranted; subject to management concurrence, takes disciplinary action in accordance with County policies. Plans and conducts highly complex and sensitive research assignments requiring the development of study criteria, locating and gathering of data from multiple sources and interpretation of conflicting and ambiguous data to reach sound conclusions; identifies research problems and challenges, and devises analytical methods and techniques required to accomplish assignment objectives; develops statistical and information-gathering processes to ensure quality, integrity, validity and relevance of data obtained for analysis and decision making purposes. Compiles information by grouping and/or categorizing the information (e.g., in tables, spreadsheets, data files) in meaningful ways in order to facilitate meeting specific analytical requirements. Uses qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods in order to identify and evaluate highly complex issues, summarize findings and draw fact based conclusions often based upon large amounts of ambiguous and/or conflicting information. Analyzes highly complex operational, financial, program and other issues and makes recommendations on appropriate courses of action; participates in the development of options and positions that meet objectives and best balance the interest of various stakeholders; develops and/or recommends the development of major programs or policies to address problems or improve operations by applying the results of research and analysis of pertinent information in order to ensure the highest likelihood of success. Prepares a variety of documents (e.g., reports, business correspondence, memoranda) often of a highly sensitive nature requiring the exercise of organizational acumen; uses appropriate software programs (e.g., word processing, desktop publishing, presentation) in order to effectively communicate information to various audiences (e.g., departmental personnel, members of the public, governing boards). Interacts with a variety of individuals (e.g., vendors, managers, representatives of external agencies/organizations) often on highly sensitive, contentious and confidential issues; participates in meetings to make presentations, provide advice and/or consultation services, resolve conflicts, mediate disputes, and negotiate agreements; coordinates activities with County central agency and departmental staff, consultants, outside agencies, etc. to ensure that programs are successfully implemented. Monitors processes and programs by gathering and analyzing relevant information in order to ensure that processes are capable and stable, and programs are proceeding as planned; monitors emerging issues and concerns in order to develop timely proactive responses. Evaluates the effectiveness of various programs by comparing program outcomes to program goals in order to determine whether to continue, modify, or discontinue programs. Performs various administrative duties (e.g., creating and maintaining files; formatting standard documents; receiving, processing, and routing documents) by appropriately applying Federal and State laws, County and local ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures in order to ensure all work done complies with established guidelines and requirements. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I : A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university - AND - Three years of experience performing analytical assignments, two years of which must have been at the level of a journey-level analyst* or higher, within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field. Option II : Five years of experience performing analytical assignments, two years of which must have been at the level of a journey-level analyst* or higher, within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field. *Journey-level analyst work involves the independent performance of work assignments which require the use of sound professional judgment, initiative and creativity in identifying and selecting research and analytical methods and techniques to address and resolve complex, controversial, and/or sensitive problems related to administrative functions such as human resources, budget, finance, contracts and other closely-related administrative functional areas. Note: For a fuller description of journey-level analytical work, refer to Los Angeles County's Administrative Services Manager I class (Item #1002). LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method or 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. DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Two years experience with employee onboarding, processing employee transactions, live scans, salary placements, and bonuses. Two years developing recruitment strategies, advertising job openings, screening applications, administering assessments, and generating eligible list. Two years conducting job analysis, developing assessments, validating assessments, and analyzing assessment data. Additional Information EXAM 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 the initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate the candidates performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. SPECIAL INFORMATION: 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 . APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: 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, and description of work performed. 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. IMPORTANT NOTES: FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or 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. 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 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 https://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. 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 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 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. CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION! CONTACT INFORMATION Department Contact Name : Airess Batungbakal Department Contact Phone : (626) 458-2141 Department Contact Email: abatungbakal@dpw.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics, plus four (4) years of experience in a related field. Graduation with a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two (2) years of experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. Licenses and Certifications Required: None. Notes to Applicants The Housing Department partners with the community to shape a more equitable Austin and to prevent the displacement of people and services through the use of affordable housing resources. The programs administered by the Housing Department are specifically designed to assist low- to moderate-income residents in Austin, with an emphasis on housing and community development. The Financial Analyst III provides support to meet federal reporting requirements for the Housing Department. The position has direct oversight of the department’s production goals and performance measures to meet local Budget Office requirements as well as federal funding agencies. The position directly supports the Financial Manager II to develop the annual City Budget. The position also provides support of the departments long-term monitoring of affordable units. Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. You must provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered and contact information for previous employers. A résumé is required but will not substitute for a completed employment application. A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter, candidates should describe in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position. Pay Range $33.05 - $42.14 Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some evenings and weekends as needed to meet business needs. Flexible work arrangements, not to exceed 50 percent of the pay period, may be available. Work schedules are implemented to support business and operational needs and are subject to change. Job Close Date 05/22/2024 Type of Posting External Department Housing Department Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 1000 East 11th Street, Austin Tx. 78702 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Budget development, to include multiple funding types such as general fund, special revenue funds, capital funds and grant funds. Performance measure development and tracking. Federal grant reporting experience. Asset and contract monitoring experience. Creative writing and budget narrative development. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Assists with development of the operating or CIP budget for the department. Performs budget analysis by implementing the organization’s budget process system, providing guidance and recommendations to management in the development and completion of their budgets; finalizing the organizations budget; and monitoring the budget by preparing or reviewing current year estimates and budget variance reports, reporting on budget variances; reviewing budget forecasts; and reviewing current and historical budget information and data. Prepares financial analysis, periodic, and ad-hoc reports by researching, compiling, monitoring, and summarizing current and historical financial information and data, reporting on variances and trends, and compiling financial information from various financial systems. Performs debt administration by monitoring debt service schedules. Provides financial support and monitors CIP projects. Processes and tracks task orders and other project requirements in eCAPRIS and other financial systems. Assists with the development of department’s Business Plan and forecast. Prepares fund summaries to keep management abreast of the financial conditions of the department. Develops and maintains computer spreadsheets models and databases to support project data analysis and financial reporting. Reviews and approves accounting and financial transactions by verifying documentation and accurately completing transactions. Reviews documentation and funding information for accuracy and ensures that transactions are processed in accordance with City policy, applicable laws and regulations, and sound business practices. Assists departments and other customers by providing procedural and financial information and guidance with financial systems. Researches and provides information requested by City Council, City management, boards and commissions, vendors, the public, regulatory agencies, and other City offices. Monitors State and Federal regulatory processes and provides guidance to the department regarding the financial impact of new and/or proposed legislation, regulations, and standards. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of the processes and theories used for public budgetary and financial policies. Knowledge of accounting practices and concepts. Knowledge of internal control systems. Knowledge of preferred business practices. Knowledge of manual and automated financial systems. Knowledge of financial and budget reporting. Skill in designing and maintaining complex spreadsheet and database models and utilizing word processing and presentation software. Skill in effective oral and written communications. Skill in analyzing and interpreting financial records. Skill in gathering, analyzing, and presenting data to provide accurate information for management’s use. Ability to resolve problems or situations that requires the exercising of good judgment. Ability to prepare accurate and complex financial reports. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The Financial Analyst III position requires minimum qualifications of a Bachelor Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus four (4) years’ experience in a related field. A Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field may be substituted for 2 years’ experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for 1 years’ experience. Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as described? Yes No * Please describe your budget development and oversight experience (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience with reporting, including federal reporting. (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your role in developing, tracking and analyzing performance measures for an entity. If you do not have experience in this area, please list N/A. (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. * Briefly summarize your experience performing asset and contract monitoring activities. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter
May 02, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics, plus four (4) years of experience in a related field. Graduation with a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two (2) years of experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. Licenses and Certifications Required: None. Notes to Applicants The Housing Department partners with the community to shape a more equitable Austin and to prevent the displacement of people and services through the use of affordable housing resources. The programs administered by the Housing Department are specifically designed to assist low- to moderate-income residents in Austin, with an emphasis on housing and community development. The Financial Analyst III provides support to meet federal reporting requirements for the Housing Department. The position has direct oversight of the department’s production goals and performance measures to meet local Budget Office requirements as well as federal funding agencies. The position directly supports the Financial Manager II to develop the annual City Budget. The position also provides support of the departments long-term monitoring of affordable units. Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. You must provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered and contact information for previous employers. A résumé is required but will not substitute for a completed employment application. A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter, candidates should describe in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position. Pay Range $33.05 - $42.14 Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some evenings and weekends as needed to meet business needs. Flexible work arrangements, not to exceed 50 percent of the pay period, may be available. Work schedules are implemented to support business and operational needs and are subject to change. Job Close Date 05/22/2024 Type of Posting External Department Housing Department Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 1000 East 11th Street, Austin Tx. 78702 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Budget development, to include multiple funding types such as general fund, special revenue funds, capital funds and grant funds. Performance measure development and tracking. Federal grant reporting experience. Asset and contract monitoring experience. Creative writing and budget narrative development. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Assists with development of the operating or CIP budget for the department. Performs budget analysis by implementing the organization’s budget process system, providing guidance and recommendations to management in the development and completion of their budgets; finalizing the organizations budget; and monitoring the budget by preparing or reviewing current year estimates and budget variance reports, reporting on budget variances; reviewing budget forecasts; and reviewing current and historical budget information and data. Prepares financial analysis, periodic, and ad-hoc reports by researching, compiling, monitoring, and summarizing current and historical financial information and data, reporting on variances and trends, and compiling financial information from various financial systems. Performs debt administration by monitoring debt service schedules. Provides financial support and monitors CIP projects. Processes and tracks task orders and other project requirements in eCAPRIS and other financial systems. Assists with the development of department’s Business Plan and forecast. Prepares fund summaries to keep management abreast of the financial conditions of the department. Develops and maintains computer spreadsheets models and databases to support project data analysis and financial reporting. Reviews and approves accounting and financial transactions by verifying documentation and accurately completing transactions. Reviews documentation and funding information for accuracy and ensures that transactions are processed in accordance with City policy, applicable laws and regulations, and sound business practices. Assists departments and other customers by providing procedural and financial information and guidance with financial systems. Researches and provides information requested by City Council, City management, boards and commissions, vendors, the public, regulatory agencies, and other City offices. Monitors State and Federal regulatory processes and provides guidance to the department regarding the financial impact of new and/or proposed legislation, regulations, and standards. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of the processes and theories used for public budgetary and financial policies. Knowledge of accounting practices and concepts. Knowledge of internal control systems. Knowledge of preferred business practices. Knowledge of manual and automated financial systems. Knowledge of financial and budget reporting. Skill in designing and maintaining complex spreadsheet and database models and utilizing word processing and presentation software. Skill in effective oral and written communications. Skill in analyzing and interpreting financial records. Skill in gathering, analyzing, and presenting data to provide accurate information for management’s use. Ability to resolve problems or situations that requires the exercising of good judgment. Ability to prepare accurate and complex financial reports. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The Financial Analyst III position requires minimum qualifications of a Bachelor Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus four (4) years’ experience in a related field. A Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field may be substituted for 2 years’ experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for 1 years’ experience. Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as described? Yes No * Please describe your budget development and oversight experience (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience with reporting, including federal reporting. (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your role in developing, tracking and analyzing performance measures for an entity. If you do not have experience in this area, please list N/A. (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. * Briefly summarize your experience performing asset and contract monitoring activities. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5821A FILING DATES: 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 THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 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: Directs occupational therapy services and associated training activities in a large rehabilitation hospital to treat rehabilitative patients suffering from severe mental or physical disorders. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes, and directs the Occupational Therapy Department; formulates and establishes goals, objectives, and standards for the effective and efficient utilization of fiscal, material and personnel resources within the objectives and requirements of the hospital and the department. Directs the administrative staff of the Occupational Therapy Department in the development and revision of occupational therapy programs. Evaluates the quality and effectiveness of occupational therapy programs and services; Provides for the effective and efficient utilization of resources to deliver safe and effective patient care. Consults with members of medical and allied health services and governmental, professional, and community agencies to promote cooperation and high standards of occupational therapy services; Collaborates with Hospital Administration, Medical Administration and Nursing Administration to ensure regulatory compliance, exemplary clinical outcomes, and cost-effective strategies to care. Evaluates and justifies budgetary requirements for personnel, facilities and equipment for the Occupational Therapy Department to the Medical Director and Hospital Administrator. Confers with the hospital Medical Director, Chiefs of Surgical, Medical and Neurological Services, and unit hospital administrators pertaining to aspects of hospital management, patient care, and occupational therapy operations. Delegates the development and implementation of specific goals pertaining to patient care, education, and research to members of the occupational therapy administrative staff and evaluates progress in achieving goals. Resolves or consults with subordinate supervisors to resolve problems of employee discipline and grievances. Selects or approves employees for all occupational therapy positions. Evaluates the performance of members of the administrative staff of the Occupational Therapy Department and reviews all performance evaluations. Promotes participation of the occupational therapy staff in educational programs to keep them advised of current developments in occupational therapy techniques and to advance their level of education. Determines the overall objectives to fulfill the requirements of hospital medical administration for educational programs to train affiliate and graduate students, occupational therapists, physicians, and members of allied health staff. Identifies need for clinical and administrative research studies applicable to the development and improvement of occupational therapy services and operations. Directs the maintenance of records and preparation of reports as required by law. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: OPTION I: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum* accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Associates Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Six (6) years of occupational therapy experience, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Chief I** or higher. OPTION II: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum* accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Associates Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Six (6) years of occupational therapy experience, three (3) years of which must have been at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Supervisor II*** or higher. LICENSE: Current license or limited permit for license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted. 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 who possess the following desirable qualifications: OPTION I: Additional years of experience at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Chief I** or higher beyond the Selection Requirements. OPTION II: Additional years of experience at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Supervisor II*** or higher beyond the Selection Requirements. Experience planning, organizing, and directing occupational therapy programs to assist and treat high risk or underserved patient populations. **** A master's degree* or higher from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Health Administration, Public Administration, Finance or other similarly related major. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing your application online. **Experience at the level of Occupational Therapy Chief I is defined as: Directs a therapy staff in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital that provides occupational therapy services for the treatment of patients by the use of exercise and occupational or recreation activities designed to improve and restore physical and mental functioning and to assist patients to adjust to their disabilities. ***Experience at the level of Occupational Therapy Supervisor II is defined as: Manages occupational therapy services in several treatment units or programs in an acute rehabilitation or psychiatric hospital or clinic; manages multiple aspects of the occupational therapy program in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital or clinic; or manages physical and occupational therapy services in several therapy units within California Children's Services. ****A “ high risk or underserved patient population ” is defined as: Patient populations experiencing chronic and co-occurring conditions and healthcare issues (i.e. chronic disease or disability, severe and persistent mental illness, behavioral health issues, substance abuse) exacerbated by social factors (i.e. incarceration, homelessness, geographic isolation, low socioeconomic status) resulting in higher mortality and morbidity rates in comparison to the general population. NO WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. EXPERIENCE MUST BE SUBSEQUENT TO GRADUATION. OUT OF CLASS - 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 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. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE 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 promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade 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. SPECIAL 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 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 for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) 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 submitted 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 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add ahsu3@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. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records 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: 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. 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. DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5821A FILING DATES: 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 THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 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: Directs occupational therapy services and associated training activities in a large rehabilitation hospital to treat rehabilitative patients suffering from severe mental or physical disorders. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes, and directs the Occupational Therapy Department; formulates and establishes goals, objectives, and standards for the effective and efficient utilization of fiscal, material and personnel resources within the objectives and requirements of the hospital and the department. Directs the administrative staff of the Occupational Therapy Department in the development and revision of occupational therapy programs. Evaluates the quality and effectiveness of occupational therapy programs and services; Provides for the effective and efficient utilization of resources to deliver safe and effective patient care. Consults with members of medical and allied health services and governmental, professional, and community agencies to promote cooperation and high standards of occupational therapy services; Collaborates with Hospital Administration, Medical Administration and Nursing Administration to ensure regulatory compliance, exemplary clinical outcomes, and cost-effective strategies to care. Evaluates and justifies budgetary requirements for personnel, facilities and equipment for the Occupational Therapy Department to the Medical Director and Hospital Administrator. Confers with the hospital Medical Director, Chiefs of Surgical, Medical and Neurological Services, and unit hospital administrators pertaining to aspects of hospital management, patient care, and occupational therapy operations. Delegates the development and implementation of specific goals pertaining to patient care, education, and research to members of the occupational therapy administrative staff and evaluates progress in achieving goals. Resolves or consults with subordinate supervisors to resolve problems of employee discipline and grievances. Selects or approves employees for all occupational therapy positions. Evaluates the performance of members of the administrative staff of the Occupational Therapy Department and reviews all performance evaluations. Promotes participation of the occupational therapy staff in educational programs to keep them advised of current developments in occupational therapy techniques and to advance their level of education. Determines the overall objectives to fulfill the requirements of hospital medical administration for educational programs to train affiliate and graduate students, occupational therapists, physicians, and members of allied health staff. Identifies need for clinical and administrative research studies applicable to the development and improvement of occupational therapy services and operations. Directs the maintenance of records and preparation of reports as required by law. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: OPTION I: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum* accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Associates Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Six (6) years of occupational therapy experience, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Chief I** or higher. OPTION II: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum* accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Associates Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Six (6) years of occupational therapy experience, three (3) years of which must have been at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Supervisor II*** or higher. LICENSE: Current license or limited permit for license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted. 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 who possess the following desirable qualifications: OPTION I: Additional years of experience at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Chief I** or higher beyond the Selection Requirements. OPTION II: Additional years of experience at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Supervisor II*** or higher beyond the Selection Requirements. Experience planning, organizing, and directing occupational therapy programs to assist and treat high risk or underserved patient populations. **** A master's degree* or higher from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Health Administration, Public Administration, Finance or other similarly related major. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing your application online. **Experience at the level of Occupational Therapy Chief I is defined as: Directs a therapy staff in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital that provides occupational therapy services for the treatment of patients by the use of exercise and occupational or recreation activities designed to improve and restore physical and mental functioning and to assist patients to adjust to their disabilities. ***Experience at the level of Occupational Therapy Supervisor II is defined as: Manages occupational therapy services in several treatment units or programs in an acute rehabilitation or psychiatric hospital or clinic; manages multiple aspects of the occupational therapy program in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital or clinic; or manages physical and occupational therapy services in several therapy units within California Children's Services. ****A “ high risk or underserved patient population ” is defined as: Patient populations experiencing chronic and co-occurring conditions and healthcare issues (i.e. chronic disease or disability, severe and persistent mental illness, behavioral health issues, substance abuse) exacerbated by social factors (i.e. incarceration, homelessness, geographic isolation, low socioeconomic status) resulting in higher mortality and morbidity rates in comparison to the general population. NO WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. EXPERIENCE MUST BE SUBSEQUENT TO GRADUATION. OUT OF CLASS - 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 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. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE 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 promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade 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. SPECIAL 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 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 for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) 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 submitted 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 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add ahsu3@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. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records 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: 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. 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. DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER Y1413E TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING DATES: February 1, 2024, at 8:00 A.M., (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. No withhold will be allowed. Required experience/education must be fully met by the last day of filing/at the time of filing, and clearly indicated on the application. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: T he Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of twenty-five (25) health centers and four (4) acute 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, organizes and develops all health information management division and medical records functions for a large, acute County hospital and ambulatory care clinics/centers. Essential Job Functions Provides oversight on key Health Information Management (HIM) services provided at a DHS hospital, such as Medical Coding, Release of Information, Document Scanning and Validation, Data Capture and Reporting, Clinical Document Deficiency Tracking, and File Room Maintenance. Oversees the preparation of reports for hospital administration on matters concerning or related to the operations of the Health Information Management Division. Directs the release of medical information to the public, private medical facilities, governmental agencies, and the courts in accordance with departmental policies and legal requirements governing the release of information. Plans, develops, organizes, and evaluates the operational activities of the Health Information Management Division of a large acute hospital or the clinics and health centers of the Ambulatory Care Network (ACN). As the custodian of patient medical records, directs the implementation, maintenance, and adherence to access to protected personal health information, release of medical information to the public, outside agencies and the courts in accordance with departmental policies and legal regulations. Participates in the development and maintenance of a computerized health information management system as part of the overall health information system plan. Provides consultation to hospital staff on methods of recording and retrieving medical and statistical data for research, budgeting, and reporting purposes. Provides professional health information management consultation services and assistance to medical and clinical staff in evaluating the quality of patient care records and in developing the criteria and methodology for such evaluation. Formulates, develops, and directs the implementation of procedures and policies governing medical records and related work and coordinates the work of the division with that of other areas of the hospital. Directs staff development programs, ensures delivery of orientation, in-service education, and privacy training. Develops and directs the implementation of procedures and policies governing health information and medical records to ensure compliance with JCAHO accreditation, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), facility strategic goals and ethical standards. Develops, implements, and assesses the long-range and short-term goals for the division as part of the organization's strategic plan. Actively serves as the departmental representative on various management committees, such as Utilization Review, Quality Improvements, Medical Audits, Accreditation and Medical Records, Privacy Committee, etc. Manages the Birth Registry/Clerk and Decedent Affairs function. Approves all equipment and personnel requests prior to final presentation to administration. Reviews the annual budget request for the Health Information Management Division and works directly with the facility or ACN Finance Unit. Develops and modifies hospital policies and procedures for the HIM services such as Medical Coding, Release of Information, Document Scanning and Validation, Data Capture and Reporting, Clinical Document Deficiency Tracking, and File Room Maintenance. Directs the operation of Cancer Tumor Registrar (CTR) staff. Update HIM policies and procedures to align with National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) standards. Utilize Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) to identify gaps in HIM coding capture and provider documentation. Ensure that local policies, procedures, staffing standards, technology standards, workflows, and strategic goals are in alignment with those from the DHS Enterprise HIM office. Lead enterprise-wide projects assigned by the DHS EHIM office. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Certification as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)*, by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) -AND- Five (5) years of experience managing multiple sections, including technical abstracting, and coding, file management, health information reporting, or medical clerical functions in a comprehensive acute hospital-based health information management division at the level of Assistant Medical Records Director III**, Medical Records Director I**, Health Information Manager**, or higher. Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)* and two (2) additional years of the required experience will be accepted as a substitute for the RHIA* certification. A comprehensive acute hospital offers immediate treatment for a relatively short stay/admission. Services provided include but not limited to: Emergency Department/Emergency Room Inpatient Admission Ambulatory Surgery/Outpatient Surgery Psych/Mental Health Inpatient Admission Trauma Services DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants that possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience in excess of the Selection Requirement Clinical Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP) certification* from AHIMA Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA) certification* from AHIMA Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security (CHPS) certification* from AHIMA 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 qualify for the Selection Requirements, you must include a legible photocopy of your certificate of completion with your online application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online. In order to receive credit for a bachelor’s or master’s degree, you must include a legible photocopy of your diploma/transcripts which shows the area of specialization with your online application, at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online. Applications received without evidence of the required certification will not be accepted as meeting the stated requirements. Applications received without evidence of the required degree or certification will not receive additional credit for desirable qualifications. If you are unable to attach required documents during application submission email them to the exam analyst at Kshelvy@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include your name, the exam number and exam title in the subject line of the email. Note : Foreign studies must be evaluated by an academic credential evaluation and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. (See Accreditation Information under Employment Information). Please ensure the Certification/License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of the certificate, the number, date issued, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency. The required certificate must be current and unrestricted. **Experience at the level of the Los Angeles County's classes listed in the Requirements is defined as follows: Assistant Medical Records Director III: Assists the medical records director at a large (deemed to be 250 or more licensed beds) and complex hospital in directing the hospital's medical records program. Medical Records Director I: Directs the work of a medium-sized staff engaged in carrying out the medical records program at a hospital. Health Information Manager: Manages all abstracting and coding functions in a large (deemed to be 250 or more licensed beds) acute hospital or a major abstracting and coding operation in a large (deemed to be 250 or more licensed beds) acute hospital or acts as the first assistant of the Health Information Management Division of a medium size (deemed to be 100 to 299 licensed beds) hospital or the Correctional Treatment Center. Exam Analyst is not responsible for opening/accessing encoded documents. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education, training, experience, and desirable qualifications based upon application information and supplemental questionnaire weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or above on each weighted part of 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. 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 . NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you may email the documents to Kendrea Shelvy at kshelvy@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected. Please include your name, the exam number and exam title on the email. 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. 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: Kendrea Shelvy, Exam Analyst kshelvy@dhs.lacounty.gov (213) 288-7000 ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER Y1413E TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING DATES: February 1, 2024, at 8:00 A.M., (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. No withhold will be allowed. Required experience/education must be fully met by the last day of filing/at the time of filing, and clearly indicated on the application. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: T he Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of twenty-five (25) health centers and four (4) acute 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, organizes and develops all health information management division and medical records functions for a large, acute County hospital and ambulatory care clinics/centers. Essential Job Functions Provides oversight on key Health Information Management (HIM) services provided at a DHS hospital, such as Medical Coding, Release of Information, Document Scanning and Validation, Data Capture and Reporting, Clinical Document Deficiency Tracking, and File Room Maintenance. Oversees the preparation of reports for hospital administration on matters concerning or related to the operations of the Health Information Management Division. Directs the release of medical information to the public, private medical facilities, governmental agencies, and the courts in accordance with departmental policies and legal requirements governing the release of information. Plans, develops, organizes, and evaluates the operational activities of the Health Information Management Division of a large acute hospital or the clinics and health centers of the Ambulatory Care Network (ACN). As the custodian of patient medical records, directs the implementation, maintenance, and adherence to access to protected personal health information, release of medical information to the public, outside agencies and the courts in accordance with departmental policies and legal regulations. Participates in the development and maintenance of a computerized health information management system as part of the overall health information system plan. Provides consultation to hospital staff on methods of recording and retrieving medical and statistical data for research, budgeting, and reporting purposes. Provides professional health information management consultation services and assistance to medical and clinical staff in evaluating the quality of patient care records and in developing the criteria and methodology for such evaluation. Formulates, develops, and directs the implementation of procedures and policies governing medical records and related work and coordinates the work of the division with that of other areas of the hospital. Directs staff development programs, ensures delivery of orientation, in-service education, and privacy training. Develops and directs the implementation of procedures and policies governing health information and medical records to ensure compliance with JCAHO accreditation, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), facility strategic goals and ethical standards. Develops, implements, and assesses the long-range and short-term goals for the division as part of the organization's strategic plan. Actively serves as the departmental representative on various management committees, such as Utilization Review, Quality Improvements, Medical Audits, Accreditation and Medical Records, Privacy Committee, etc. Manages the Birth Registry/Clerk and Decedent Affairs function. Approves all equipment and personnel requests prior to final presentation to administration. Reviews the annual budget request for the Health Information Management Division and works directly with the facility or ACN Finance Unit. Develops and modifies hospital policies and procedures for the HIM services such as Medical Coding, Release of Information, Document Scanning and Validation, Data Capture and Reporting, Clinical Document Deficiency Tracking, and File Room Maintenance. Directs the operation of Cancer Tumor Registrar (CTR) staff. Update HIM policies and procedures to align with National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) standards. Utilize Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) to identify gaps in HIM coding capture and provider documentation. Ensure that local policies, procedures, staffing standards, technology standards, workflows, and strategic goals are in alignment with those from the DHS Enterprise HIM office. Lead enterprise-wide projects assigned by the DHS EHIM office. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Certification as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)*, by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) -AND- Five (5) years of experience managing multiple sections, including technical abstracting, and coding, file management, health information reporting, or medical clerical functions in a comprehensive acute hospital-based health information management division at the level of Assistant Medical Records Director III**, Medical Records Director I**, Health Information Manager**, or higher. Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)* and two (2) additional years of the required experience will be accepted as a substitute for the RHIA* certification. A comprehensive acute hospital offers immediate treatment for a relatively short stay/admission. Services provided include but not limited to: Emergency Department/Emergency Room Inpatient Admission Ambulatory Surgery/Outpatient Surgery Psych/Mental Health Inpatient Admission Trauma Services DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants that possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience in excess of the Selection Requirement Clinical Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP) certification* from AHIMA Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA) certification* from AHIMA Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security (CHPS) certification* from AHIMA 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 qualify for the Selection Requirements, you must include a legible photocopy of your certificate of completion with your online application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online. In order to receive credit for a bachelor’s or master’s degree, you must include a legible photocopy of your diploma/transcripts which shows the area of specialization with your online application, at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online. Applications received without evidence of the required certification will not be accepted as meeting the stated requirements. Applications received without evidence of the required degree or certification will not receive additional credit for desirable qualifications. If you are unable to attach required documents during application submission email them to the exam analyst at Kshelvy@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include your name, the exam number and exam title in the subject line of the email. Note : Foreign studies must be evaluated by an academic credential evaluation and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. (See Accreditation Information under Employment Information). Please ensure the Certification/License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of the certificate, the number, date issued, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency. The required certificate must be current and unrestricted. **Experience at the level of the Los Angeles County's classes listed in the Requirements is defined as follows: Assistant Medical Records Director III: Assists the medical records director at a large (deemed to be 250 or more licensed beds) and complex hospital in directing the hospital's medical records program. Medical Records Director I: Directs the work of a medium-sized staff engaged in carrying out the medical records program at a hospital. Health Information Manager: Manages all abstracting and coding functions in a large (deemed to be 250 or more licensed beds) acute hospital or a major abstracting and coding operation in a large (deemed to be 250 or more licensed beds) acute hospital or acts as the first assistant of the Health Information Management Division of a medium size (deemed to be 100 to 299 licensed beds) hospital or the Correctional Treatment Center. Exam Analyst is not responsible for opening/accessing encoded documents. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education, training, experience, and desirable qualifications based upon application information and supplemental questionnaire weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or above on each weighted part of 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. 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 . NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you may email the documents to Kendrea Shelvy at kshelvy@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected. Please include your name, the exam number and exam title on the email. 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. 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: Kendrea Shelvy, Exam Analyst kshelvy@dhs.lacounty.gov (213) 288-7000 ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here