LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 37 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. Be a part of something great! We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment. Don't miss an opportunity to join our team! APPLICATION FILING PERIOD: We will begin accepting applications on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at 7:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) - until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: C-4141-G OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Essential Job Functions A Capital Projects Manager, Public Works is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions: Manages the programming, design, construction, and post-construction of County capital projects of medium to large size by controlling all aspects of cost and schedule, and through resolution of issues that pertain to successful project delivery; Coordinates the input and efforts of all County departments associated with the project; Negotiates, administers, and controls contracts and agreements related to the project and serves as the official County administrative contact with consultants, developers, architects, contractors, and other public agencies; Identifies potential problem areas in advance, takes corrective action, advises others of required actions and brings unresolved difficulties to the attention of proper authority; Reviews and manages detailed project schedules based on approved completion dates; Coordinates the preparation ofand periodically updates project cost estimates; Develops and monitors the detailed project budget; Develops, manages, and updates detailed total project cost estimates and project schedules , and exerts cost and schedule controls during all phases of project delivery; Authorizes expenditures within the budget and provides cost controls; Prepares and reviews project status reports; Reviews performance reports against project control criteria established in the Project Program Plan; Reviews changes in Program Plan requested by tenant departments; Reviews and makes recommendations on changes requested by user departments; Coordinates formal and informal design reviews with technical assistance from the Architectural Engineering Division; Reviews project-related information for submittal to the Chief ExecutiveOffice and the Board of Supervisors; Conducts construction progress reviews; Coordinates changes in scope of work with proper authority; Authorizes payments to architects and contractors within contract limits; Arranges for the timely availability of custom equipment for new facilities; Monitors and coordinates construction supervision and inspection; Authorizes technical change orders recommended by the appropriate engineering personnel within authority granted by the Board of Supervisors; Supervises subordinate staff as needed; Instructs lower-level project manager trainees in proper project management techniques as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Graduation from an accredited* college with a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture,Construction Management, Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field -AND- Two years ofproject management experience at the level of County of Los Angeles class of Capital Projects Management Associate, Public Works**. Option II: Graduation from an accredited* college with a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field -AND- Five years of experience coordinating building projects through all phases including program planning and development, systems development, resource management, budget management and control, schedule management and control, design, and construction of building projects. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. 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. ***A valid Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Structural Engineer, Architect, or Landscape Architect obtained from the United States is required -OR- A valid certification by the Construction Management Association of America as a certified construction manager is required. Applicants MUST attach a copy of valid Certification within five (5) business days of application submission. Applications submitted without the required Certification will be rejected as incomplete. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * In order to receive credit for the required degree, you must include a legible copy of the diploma, transcripts, or letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization within five (5) business days of application submission. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however official transcripts will be required at the time of appointment. Applications submitted without the required documents will be rejected as incomplete. ( Accreditation Information ) Applications from persons with degrees from foreign universities will be accepted ONLY if evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc. If you are unable to attach the required documents, you must email them to kortega@dpw.lacounty.gov Please include your name, exam number, and exam title on the documents. ** Experience at the level of Capital Projects Management Associate, Public Works in the service of the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Under general supervision, performs complex and responsible capital project management and administers or assists a higher-level projects manager in the administration and coordination of facilities design and construction projects through all phases of project delivery, or performs the more complex staff assignments related to program and space management. Additional Information EXAMINTION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an interview weighted 100% covering job knowledge, supervisory skills, problem solving, interpersonal effectiveness, and communication and comprehension ability. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. 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 Count 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 . All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible register of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout Public Works as they occur. TESTING ACCOMMODATION: If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, please contact exam analyst at Bigarcia@dpw.lacounty.gov. You will be required to provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. 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 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. 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. CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION! CONTACT INFORMATION : Department Contact Name: Kourtney Ortega Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141 Department Contact Email: KOrtega@dpw.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141 Teletype Phone: (626) 282-7829 California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Position/Program Information With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 37 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. Be a part of something great! We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment. Don't miss an opportunity to join our team! APPLICATION FILING PERIOD: We will begin accepting applications on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at 7:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) - until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: C-4141-G OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Essential Job Functions A Capital Projects Manager, Public Works is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions: Manages the programming, design, construction, and post-construction of County capital projects of medium to large size by controlling all aspects of cost and schedule, and through resolution of issues that pertain to successful project delivery; Coordinates the input and efforts of all County departments associated with the project; Negotiates, administers, and controls contracts and agreements related to the project and serves as the official County administrative contact with consultants, developers, architects, contractors, and other public agencies; Identifies potential problem areas in advance, takes corrective action, advises others of required actions and brings unresolved difficulties to the attention of proper authority; Reviews and manages detailed project schedules based on approved completion dates; Coordinates the preparation ofand periodically updates project cost estimates; Develops and monitors the detailed project budget; Develops, manages, and updates detailed total project cost estimates and project schedules , and exerts cost and schedule controls during all phases of project delivery; Authorizes expenditures within the budget and provides cost controls; Prepares and reviews project status reports; Reviews performance reports against project control criteria established in the Project Program Plan; Reviews changes in Program Plan requested by tenant departments; Reviews and makes recommendations on changes requested by user departments; Coordinates formal and informal design reviews with technical assistance from the Architectural Engineering Division; Reviews project-related information for submittal to the Chief ExecutiveOffice and the Board of Supervisors; Conducts construction progress reviews; Coordinates changes in scope of work with proper authority; Authorizes payments to architects and contractors within contract limits; Arranges for the timely availability of custom equipment for new facilities; Monitors and coordinates construction supervision and inspection; Authorizes technical change orders recommended by the appropriate engineering personnel within authority granted by the Board of Supervisors; Supervises subordinate staff as needed; Instructs lower-level project manager trainees in proper project management techniques as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Graduation from an accredited* college with a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture,Construction Management, Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field -AND- Two years ofproject management experience at the level of County of Los Angeles class of Capital Projects Management Associate, Public Works**. Option II: Graduation from an accredited* college with a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field -AND- Five years of experience coordinating building projects through all phases including program planning and development, systems development, resource management, budget management and control, schedule management and control, design, and construction of building projects. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. 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. ***A valid Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Structural Engineer, Architect, or Landscape Architect obtained from the United States is required -OR- A valid certification by the Construction Management Association of America as a certified construction manager is required. Applicants MUST attach a copy of valid Certification within five (5) business days of application submission. Applications submitted without the required Certification will be rejected as incomplete. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * In order to receive credit for the required degree, you must include a legible copy of the diploma, transcripts, or letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization within five (5) business days of application submission. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however official transcripts will be required at the time of appointment. Applications submitted without the required documents will be rejected as incomplete. ( Accreditation Information ) Applications from persons with degrees from foreign universities will be accepted ONLY if evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc. If you are unable to attach the required documents, you must email them to kortega@dpw.lacounty.gov Please include your name, exam number, and exam title on the documents. ** Experience at the level of Capital Projects Management Associate, Public Works in the service of the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Under general supervision, performs complex and responsible capital project management and administers or assists a higher-level projects manager in the administration and coordination of facilities design and construction projects through all phases of project delivery, or performs the more complex staff assignments related to program and space management. Additional Information EXAMINTION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an interview weighted 100% covering job knowledge, supervisory skills, problem solving, interpersonal effectiveness, and communication and comprehension ability. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. 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 Count 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 . All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible register of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout Public Works as they occur. TESTING ACCOMMODATION: If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, please contact exam analyst at Bigarcia@dpw.lacounty.gov. You will be required to provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. 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 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. 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. CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION! CONTACT INFORMATION : Department Contact Name: Kourtney Ortega Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141 Department Contact Email: KOrtega@dpw.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141 Teletype Phone: (626) 282-7829 California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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
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