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posted_at: 8 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 48,794.16–62,286.72 a year
FILING DATES:
Applications will be accepted starting Tuesday, March 7, 2023, 8:00 a.m., PT until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice
...
EXAM NUMBER:
491799
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Opportunity
REPOSTING INFORMATION: This is a reposting to reopen the exam number 491799 and update salary information.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING
COVID-19 VACCINATION
FILING DATES:
Applications will be accepted starting Tuesday, March 7, 2023, 8:00 a.m., PT until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice
...
EXAM NUMBER:
491799
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Opportunity
REPOSTING INFORMATION: This is a reposting to reopen the exam number 491799 and update salary information.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING
COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
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.
OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE:
Out-of-Class experience will not be accepted for this examination.
DEFINITION:
Makes initial and continual eligibility determinations of public assistance and grants for an assigned number of public assistance applicants and participants.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
This is the journey-level of the Eligibility Worker class series and positions allocable to this class report to an Eligibility Supervisor. Eligibility Worker II's are assigned a caseload and are responsible for making independent determination of initial and continuing eligibility for applicants and program participants receiving public assistance within established guidelines and procedures. May also perform Income Eligibility Verification of cases to calculate overpayment recovery amount.
Incumbents must exercise knowledge of the laws, regulations and procedures governing the administration of public assistance grants and programs and of interviewing and record keeping techniques. Incumbents must also have the ability to search and gather records of various incomes or eligibility related information from multiple sources including computer databases, and apply the rules and regulations pertaining to eligibility for various categories of aid programs, makes mathematical computations, evaluate financial data, and interact effectively with the public in the process of public assistance program evaluation.Interviews applicants or participants receiving public assistance to obtain financial and other eligibility data and assists applicants or participants in completing the necessary documents for the initiation, continuation, or modification of benefits.
Explains provisions of the various public assistance programs, applicable federal and state regulations, county policies, legal rights and responsibilities of persons applying for or participating in public assistance programs.
Advises participants of sanctions for non-compliance with the terms and conditions of initiating and continuing benefits.
Reviews and analyzes financial and eligibility information to determine initial or continuing eligibility for one or more public assistance programs, such as CalWORKs, General Relief, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, Foster Care or other public assistance programs.
Contacts individuals, agencies, insurance companies, schools and other relevant institutions to verify or clarify information provided to resolve discrepancies.
Analyzes available information and make appropriate disposition recommendations.
Computes benefits for eligible applicants or participants of public assistance programs to determine whether funds can be authorized for special needs; initiates and updates program participants' financial information and budget documents.
Organizes, monitors and prioritizes assigned cases to ensure required case records and documents are properly filed, processed, verified and updated within specific time limits to meet the deadlines established by legislation and regulations.
Makes home calls or field visits to interview participants, to verify eligibility and clarify other pertinent information related to a participant's case file.
Makes preliminary assessment of applicants or program participants' social situation to determine potential problems for appropriate referrals to social service staff.
Refers applicants or program participants to appropriate County departments, community-based organizations, and other agencies for services and resources to address their immediate and long-term needs.
Prepares the forms necessary for entering participant's financial and biographical data into the computer system; reviews computer generated data reports to verify and ensure data entered are accurate.
Searches various income and eligibility related computer databases to ascertain whether the applicants or participants of the programs are receiving income from other sources of public assistance aids or programs, and to verify eligibility status.
Participates in a job referral and placement project for potentially employable applicants and participants of public assistance as needed.
Verifies earnings or incomes to compute the amount of over-payment or over-issuance, generates over-payment reports and Notices of Action, and, when appropriate, makes referrals to the Welfare Fraud Prevention and Investigations unit as needed.
Follows existing criteria in identifying suspected cases of welfare fraud for referrals to the Welfare Fraud Prevention and Investigations unit. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Option 1: One year of experience as an Eligibility Worker I in the service of the County of Los Angeles.
Option 2: A Bachelor's* degree from an accredited college.
Note: Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part time experience is credited on a part time ratio, such as 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
• In order to qualify under option 2, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter, evaluation report of a transcript or a certificate of completion with your application at the time of filing or within ten (10) calendar days from application submission. Official transcript and official letter are defined as transcript or letter that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and will not be accepted which may result in your application being rejected. Note: Foreign studies must be evaluated by an academic credential evaluation recognized by the NACES or the AICE of the United States and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. (See Accreditation Information under Employment Information).
IMPORTANT NOTES:
• Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
• FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION.
• Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and/or Minimum 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.
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of a multiple-choice test weighted 100% covering the following:
• Written Expression
• Reading Comprehension
• Data Analysis and Interpretation/Basic Mathematics
• Customer Focus
• Learning Potential
• Responsibility
Applicants must meet the Minimum Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.
Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add VeronikGeragoosian@dpss.lacounty.gov, RomeoTeves@dpss.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com noreply@governmentjobs.com, BHRCentralHiring@dpss.lacounty.gov, talentcentral@shl.com, noreply@proctoru.com, donotreply@amcatmail.com, and domains dpss.lacounty.gov, and hr.lacounty.gov to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or re-scheduling of a test component.
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.
Notice of Non-acceptance and Final Result letters will be sent via E-mail or USPS, depending on your chosen method of contact in the supplemental questionnaire. Test scores cannot be given over the phone.
Standardized and copyrighted examination materials are not subject to review in accordance with Civil Service Rule 7.19.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
• Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination.
• This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred.
TEST PREPARATION:
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.
• An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find a Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
• Additional practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en/practice-tests.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the register of eligible candidates accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this exam more than once in a 12-month period.
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.
SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION REGISTERS:
Selective certification registers may be prepared for the following language specialties: AMESLAN, Arabic, Armenian, Cambodian, Cantonese, Farsi, Korean, Lao, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese. The Department may also prepare selective certification registers by service areas.
Candidates who wish to have their names placed on a language selective certification register must indicate their foreign language on the application and pass a qualifying language proficiency test on their ability to speak, read, and write English and the specialty language.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION:
As a condition of employment, appointees must successfully pass a training program. The duration of the training program (approximately 10 - 14 weeks of classroom and on-the-job training) is included in the appointee's one-year probation period.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Social Services offices located throughout Los Angeles County.
PASSING THIS EXAMINATION AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty.
Applicants must submit all applicable documents to be considered (diplomas, official transcripts, certificates, etc.) during application submission. All documents must be clear and legible. Although resumes can be uploaded as attachments to the application, resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of completing the online application.
Documents not submitted with the application may be emailed to ExamsUnit@dpss.lacounty.gov but must be received within ten (10) calendar days of filing. All emails must clearly identify the applicant's name and the subject line must include the exam name, Eligibility Worker II and exam number, 491799.
Acceptance of your application depends on whether you clearly show that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Fill out the online application completely and correctly in order to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specification and/or Minimum Requirements will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and disqualification. All information supplied is subject to verification. APPLICATIONS MAY BE REJECTED AT ANY STAGE OF THE SELECTION PROCESS. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
PLEASE REVIEW YOUR APPLICATION CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY PRIOR TO CLICKING THE "SUBMIT" BUTTON
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 libraries have reopened with limited access hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. Applicants can find out more information about select in-person services at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record and is subject to disqualification from this examination.
Questions regarding this posting may be emailed, with the exam name, Eligibility Worker II and exam number, 491799 in the subject line, to ExamsUnit@dpss.lacounty.gov.
Testing Accommodations and Coordinator Contact Information:
If you need accommodation to take an assessment/test, let us know by contacting the following respective ADA/Testing Coordinators:
• For online assessments: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov
• For written tests: LassandraHill@dpss.lacounty.gov or call (562) 551-3384.
The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.
Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
Department Primary Contact Name: Veronik Geragoosian at (562) 566-7542
Department Secondary Contact Name: Romeo Teves at (562) 566-7535
Department Contact Email: ExamsUnit@dpss.lacounty.gov Show more details...
Applications will be accepted starting Tuesday, March 7, 2023, 8:00 a.m., PT until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice
...
EXAM NUMBER:
491799
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Opportunity
REPOSTING INFORMATION: This is a reposting to reopen the exam number 491799 and update salary information.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING
COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
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.
OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE:
Out-of-Class experience will not be accepted for this examination.
DEFINITION:
Makes initial and continual eligibility determinations of public assistance and grants for an assigned number of public assistance applicants and participants.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
This is the journey-level of the Eligibility Worker class series and positions allocable to this class report to an Eligibility Supervisor. Eligibility Worker II's are assigned a caseload and are responsible for making independent determination of initial and continuing eligibility for applicants and program participants receiving public assistance within established guidelines and procedures. May also perform Income Eligibility Verification of cases to calculate overpayment recovery amount.
Incumbents must exercise knowledge of the laws, regulations and procedures governing the administration of public assistance grants and programs and of interviewing and record keeping techniques. Incumbents must also have the ability to search and gather records of various incomes or eligibility related information from multiple sources including computer databases, and apply the rules and regulations pertaining to eligibility for various categories of aid programs, makes mathematical computations, evaluate financial data, and interact effectively with the public in the process of public assistance program evaluation.Interviews applicants or participants receiving public assistance to obtain financial and other eligibility data and assists applicants or participants in completing the necessary documents for the initiation, continuation, or modification of benefits.
Explains provisions of the various public assistance programs, applicable federal and state regulations, county policies, legal rights and responsibilities of persons applying for or participating in public assistance programs.
Advises participants of sanctions for non-compliance with the terms and conditions of initiating and continuing benefits.
Reviews and analyzes financial and eligibility information to determine initial or continuing eligibility for one or more public assistance programs, such as CalWORKs, General Relief, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, Foster Care or other public assistance programs.
Contacts individuals, agencies, insurance companies, schools and other relevant institutions to verify or clarify information provided to resolve discrepancies.
Analyzes available information and make appropriate disposition recommendations.
Computes benefits for eligible applicants or participants of public assistance programs to determine whether funds can be authorized for special needs; initiates and updates program participants' financial information and budget documents.
Organizes, monitors and prioritizes assigned cases to ensure required case records and documents are properly filed, processed, verified and updated within specific time limits to meet the deadlines established by legislation and regulations.
Makes home calls or field visits to interview participants, to verify eligibility and clarify other pertinent information related to a participant's case file.
Makes preliminary assessment of applicants or program participants' social situation to determine potential problems for appropriate referrals to social service staff.
Refers applicants or program participants to appropriate County departments, community-based organizations, and other agencies for services and resources to address their immediate and long-term needs.
Prepares the forms necessary for entering participant's financial and biographical data into the computer system; reviews computer generated data reports to verify and ensure data entered are accurate.
Searches various income and eligibility related computer databases to ascertain whether the applicants or participants of the programs are receiving income from other sources of public assistance aids or programs, and to verify eligibility status.
Participates in a job referral and placement project for potentially employable applicants and participants of public assistance as needed.
Verifies earnings or incomes to compute the amount of over-payment or over-issuance, generates over-payment reports and Notices of Action, and, when appropriate, makes referrals to the Welfare Fraud Prevention and Investigations unit as needed.
Follows existing criteria in identifying suspected cases of welfare fraud for referrals to the Welfare Fraud Prevention and Investigations unit. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Option 1: One year of experience as an Eligibility Worker I in the service of the County of Los Angeles.
Option 2: A Bachelor's* degree from an accredited college.
Note: Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part time experience is credited on a part time ratio, such as 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
• In order to qualify under option 2, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter, evaluation report of a transcript or a certificate of completion with your application at the time of filing or within ten (10) calendar days from application submission. Official transcript and official letter are defined as transcript or letter that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and will not be accepted which may result in your application being rejected. Note: Foreign studies must be evaluated by an academic credential evaluation recognized by the NACES or the AICE of the United States and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. (See Accreditation Information under Employment Information).
IMPORTANT NOTES:
• Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
• FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION.
• Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and/or Minimum 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.
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of a multiple-choice test weighted 100% covering the following:
• Written Expression
• Reading Comprehension
• Data Analysis and Interpretation/Basic Mathematics
• Customer Focus
• Learning Potential
• Responsibility
Applicants must meet the Minimum Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.
Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add VeronikGeragoosian@dpss.lacounty.gov, RomeoTeves@dpss.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com noreply@governmentjobs.com, BHRCentralHiring@dpss.lacounty.gov, talentcentral@shl.com, noreply@proctoru.com, donotreply@amcatmail.com, and domains dpss.lacounty.gov, and hr.lacounty.gov to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or re-scheduling of a test component.
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.
Notice of Non-acceptance and Final Result letters will be sent via E-mail or USPS, depending on your chosen method of contact in the supplemental questionnaire. Test scores cannot be given over the phone.
Standardized and copyrighted examination materials are not subject to review in accordance with Civil Service Rule 7.19.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
• Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination.
• This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred.
TEST PREPARATION:
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.
• An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find a Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
• Additional practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en/practice-tests.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the register of eligible candidates accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this exam more than once in a 12-month period.
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.
SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION REGISTERS:
Selective certification registers may be prepared for the following language specialties: AMESLAN, Arabic, Armenian, Cambodian, Cantonese, Farsi, Korean, Lao, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese. The Department may also prepare selective certification registers by service areas.
Candidates who wish to have their names placed on a language selective certification register must indicate their foreign language on the application and pass a qualifying language proficiency test on their ability to speak, read, and write English and the specialty language.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION:
As a condition of employment, appointees must successfully pass a training program. The duration of the training program (approximately 10 - 14 weeks of classroom and on-the-job training) is included in the appointee's one-year probation period.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Social Services offices located throughout Los Angeles County.
PASSING THIS EXAMINATION AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty.
Applicants must submit all applicable documents to be considered (diplomas, official transcripts, certificates, etc.) during application submission. All documents must be clear and legible. Although resumes can be uploaded as attachments to the application, resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of completing the online application.
Documents not submitted with the application may be emailed to ExamsUnit@dpss.lacounty.gov but must be received within ten (10) calendar days of filing. All emails must clearly identify the applicant's name and the subject line must include the exam name, Eligibility Worker II and exam number, 491799.
Acceptance of your application depends on whether you clearly show that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Fill out the online application completely and correctly in order to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specification and/or Minimum Requirements will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and disqualification. All information supplied is subject to verification. APPLICATIONS MAY BE REJECTED AT ANY STAGE OF THE SELECTION PROCESS. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
PLEASE REVIEW YOUR APPLICATION CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY PRIOR TO CLICKING THE "SUBMIT" BUTTON
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 libraries have reopened with limited access hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. Applicants can find out more information about select in-person services at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record and is subject to disqualification from this examination.
Questions regarding this posting may be emailed, with the exam name, Eligibility Worker II and exam number, 491799 in the subject line, to ExamsUnit@dpss.lacounty.gov.
Testing Accommodations and Coordinator Contact Information:
If you need accommodation to take an assessment/test, let us know by contacting the following respective ADA/Testing Coordinators:
• For online assessments: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov
• For written tests: LassandraHill@dpss.lacounty.gov or call (562) 551-3384.
The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.
Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
Department Primary Contact Name: Veronik Geragoosian at (562) 566-7542
Department Secondary Contact Name: Romeo Teves at (562) 566-7535
Department Contact Email: ExamsUnit@dpss.lacounty.gov Show more details...
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schedule_type: Full-time
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
EXAM NUMBER: Y5799L...
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 08-01-2013
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION.
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
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
EXAM NUMBER: Y5799L...
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 08-01-2013
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION.
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.
ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES:
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. 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.
THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
DEFINITION:
To produce imaging for diagnosis and/or interventional procedures during the conduct of specialized systems in Computer Tomography and/or Interventional Radiology.
Essential Job Functions
• Receives request from physician for special radiographic procedure.
• Based on the physician's tentative diagnosis, determines equipment requirements for the procedure and scout films necessary for physician's preliminary viewing.
• Tests special equipment such as contrast media injectors, program selectors, and film changers for function prior to examination to ensure that equipment elements are timed and synchronized to operate at desired intervals.
• Loads cut or roll film changers and cine cameras, making certain of correct sequencing and film transport, and/or digital imaging.
• Sets program selector in accordance with protocol, and uses independent judgment to reset program selector in accordance with physician's desired examination results.
• Positions the patient with care to avoid discomfort; attempts to decrease anxiety of the critically ill by giving assurance and describing the function of the equipment and expected cooperation of the patient.
• Takes scout films for physician's preliminary view, using kilovoltage, milliamperage and distance settings specified by protocol and refined by the technologist's evaluation of the patient's ability to cooperate, and his physical characteristics such as density and thickness.
• Maintains the desired image on the monitor of the progress of arterial and heart catheterization by adjusting the overhead image intensifier, the patient or the special procedure table.
• Selects injector, catheter and contrast media in accordance with specified exam, draws contrast media into the injector by sterile procedure, sets injector controls at specified pressure and activates the injector and related equipment at the appropriate time.
• Works closely with the physician and the special procedure team during and after the critical injection interval, repositions the patient, changes from one examination mode to another, and alternates from fluoroscopy and cine equipment to radiographic tube and film changers, and/or digital imaging.
• Makes radiographs on roll film, cut film and cine film.
• Maintains critical positioning of the patient during flow of the contrast media, such as in the encephalogram procedure, to ensure safety of the patient and success of examination results.
• Assume the basic functions of another member of the team, such as the nurse or cardiovascular technician, when that member is unavailable.
• Exercises a knowledge of needles, catheters, sterile techniques and drugs needed in each examination.
• Works with Picture Archiving Systems (PACS) and/or Radiology Imagining System (RIS).
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
One year's experience at the level of a Certified Radiologic Technologist* under the direction of a radiologist.
LICENSE:
Certification as a radiologic technologist issued by the State of California, Department of Public Health -AND- a radiologic technologist fluoroscopy permit issued by the State of California, Department of Public Health.
A current, active certification in accordance with the American Heart Associate's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program upon appointment.
PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.
Additional Information
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION
• Experience at the level of Radiologic Technologist in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Performs radiographic procedures employing the use of X-ray to produce images of various parts of the body for the diagnosis of pathological and traumatic disorders.
Please be sure to write the tile of your required license, certificate, and/or permit, the number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Minimum Requirements. Attached a legible photocopy of the required license, certificate, and/or permit of compliance to your application AT THE TIME OF FILING. Applications submitted without the required license, certificate, and/or permit will be considered incomplete until such information is provided. The original license, certificate, and/or permit must be presented during the selection process and prior to appointment.
The required license, certificate and/or permit MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license will NOT be accepted.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information, weighted 100%.
Candidates must achieve a score of 70% or higher on this examination to be added to the eligible register.
Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add baguila@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.
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 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.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.
VACANCY INFORMATION
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice.
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last of filing will not be accepted.
NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must e-mail the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE:
All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT 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 USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT NAME
Brenda Aguila, Exam Analyst
baguila@dhs.lacounty.gov
(213) 288-7000
ADA COORDINATOR PHONE
(323) 914-7111
CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE
800-735-2922
Closing Date/Time Show more details...
EXAM NUMBER: Y5799L...
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 08-01-2013
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION.
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.
ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES:
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. 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.
THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
DEFINITION:
To produce imaging for diagnosis and/or interventional procedures during the conduct of specialized systems in Computer Tomography and/or Interventional Radiology.
Essential Job Functions
• Receives request from physician for special radiographic procedure.
• Based on the physician's tentative diagnosis, determines equipment requirements for the procedure and scout films necessary for physician's preliminary viewing.
• Tests special equipment such as contrast media injectors, program selectors, and film changers for function prior to examination to ensure that equipment elements are timed and synchronized to operate at desired intervals.
• Loads cut or roll film changers and cine cameras, making certain of correct sequencing and film transport, and/or digital imaging.
• Sets program selector in accordance with protocol, and uses independent judgment to reset program selector in accordance with physician's desired examination results.
• Positions the patient with care to avoid discomfort; attempts to decrease anxiety of the critically ill by giving assurance and describing the function of the equipment and expected cooperation of the patient.
• Takes scout films for physician's preliminary view, using kilovoltage, milliamperage and distance settings specified by protocol and refined by the technologist's evaluation of the patient's ability to cooperate, and his physical characteristics such as density and thickness.
• Maintains the desired image on the monitor of the progress of arterial and heart catheterization by adjusting the overhead image intensifier, the patient or the special procedure table.
• Selects injector, catheter and contrast media in accordance with specified exam, draws contrast media into the injector by sterile procedure, sets injector controls at specified pressure and activates the injector and related equipment at the appropriate time.
• Works closely with the physician and the special procedure team during and after the critical injection interval, repositions the patient, changes from one examination mode to another, and alternates from fluoroscopy and cine equipment to radiographic tube and film changers, and/or digital imaging.
• Makes radiographs on roll film, cut film and cine film.
• Maintains critical positioning of the patient during flow of the contrast media, such as in the encephalogram procedure, to ensure safety of the patient and success of examination results.
• Assume the basic functions of another member of the team, such as the nurse or cardiovascular technician, when that member is unavailable.
• Exercises a knowledge of needles, catheters, sterile techniques and drugs needed in each examination.
• Works with Picture Archiving Systems (PACS) and/or Radiology Imagining System (RIS).
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
One year's experience at the level of a Certified Radiologic Technologist* under the direction of a radiologist.
LICENSE:
Certification as a radiologic technologist issued by the State of California, Department of Public Health -AND- a radiologic technologist fluoroscopy permit issued by the State of California, Department of Public Health.
A current, active certification in accordance with the American Heart Associate's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program upon appointment.
PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.
Additional Information
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION
• Experience at the level of Radiologic Technologist in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Performs radiographic procedures employing the use of X-ray to produce images of various parts of the body for the diagnosis of pathological and traumatic disorders.
Please be sure to write the tile of your required license, certificate, and/or permit, the number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Minimum Requirements. Attached a legible photocopy of the required license, certificate, and/or permit of compliance to your application AT THE TIME OF FILING. Applications submitted without the required license, certificate, and/or permit will be considered incomplete until such information is provided. The original license, certificate, and/or permit must be presented during the selection process and prior to appointment.
The required license, certificate and/or permit MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license will NOT be accepted.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information, weighted 100%.
Candidates must achieve a score of 70% or higher on this examination to be added to the eligible register.
Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add baguila@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.
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 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.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.
VACANCY INFORMATION
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice.
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last of filing will not be accepted.
NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must e-mail the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE:
All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT 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 USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT NAME
Brenda Aguila, Exam Analyst
baguila@dhs.lacounty.gov
(213) 288-7000
ADA COORDINATOR PHONE
(323) 914-7111
CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE
800-735-2922
Closing Date/Time Show more details...
via Glassdoor
posted_at: 8 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 35,410 a year
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
In this temporary position, you will... participate in a 12 month on-the-job training program
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
In this temporary position, you will... participate in a 12 month on-the-job training program or a training assignment in one of a variety of entry level jobs characterized by heavy manual labor. You may receive formal or informal instruction in the basic principles which apply to the work and govern satisfactory performance on the job. Additionally, under the direct supervision of a working or first level supervisor, you will receive practical guided work experience which will prepare you for entry level assignments, or to continue educational pursuits in the particular field.
Ready to join the County team?
The YOUTH WORKER, GENERAL LABOR (Countywide Youth Bridges Program/CORE), R8254B-R is open to the public. We are accepting applications starting Monday, August 9, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. (PT) until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
Apply to this job posting and join our ever-growing diverse workforce.
Essential Job Functions
What will I do as a Youth Worker General Labor?
Receive on-the-job training, and under direct supervision participate in entry level work in one of a variety of job assignments.
Assist crew leaders in performing sluicing, booming, and removal of debris at dams and reservoirs.
Perform manual work in the construction, repair, and maintenance of streets or bicycle trails in flood access roads as needed.
Assist in the maintenance of drains, catch basins, curbs, gutters, head walls, and driveway aprons by tamping underlayment, mixing concrete, wheel barrowing concrete to the work site, lifting and carrying concrete blocks, and providing tools to more experienced workers.
Assist in sewer maintenance work, such as cleaning sewer lines with the use of specialized hand or power operated tools and equipment, including sewer cleaning machines, pumps, air compressors, blowers, gas detection devices, closed circuit television equipment, etc.
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
OPTION I:
Completion of 120 hours of career exposure with the County of Los Angeles Department of Human Resources' Countywide Youth Bridges Program; must be age 24 or younger at time of appointment.
OPTION II:
Completion of 300 hours of the County of Los Angeles Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services' Creating Opportunities and Real Experiences (CORE) internship career exposure program; must be age 24 or younger at time of appointment.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
4 - Arduous. Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.
APPLICANTS WHO HAVE BEEN PREVIOUSLY APPOINTED AS A YOUTH WORKER, GENERAL LABOR FOR MORE THAN 10 ACCUMULATIVE MONTHS WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.
Additional Information
Our Assessment Process:
Once we have determined that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to take a multiple-choice test of the competencies required for this job weighted at 100% which will cover:
• Safety Orientation
• Achievement
• Teamwork
• Responsibility
You must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.
Once you complete the assessment, you are not able to review them per Civil Service Rule 7.19.
NOTE: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important to provide a valid email address and make sure to add fkumala@hr.lacounty.gov, careers@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, noreply@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, noreply@proctoru.com, and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
Transfer of Test Components:
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their test scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred.
Test Preparation:
There are websites that may help you prepare for the assessments. One is our Online Test Prep System, found at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. Another resource is the SHL website, located at https://www.shl.com/shldirect/en-us/practice-tests/. We suggest you review any additional materials you think necessary.
What Happens Next:
We ask that you submit your online application through the "Apply" link at the top of the opportunity posting well in advance of the closing date as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. We do not accept applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in-person.
You will move through the assessment process and if you pass, you will be placed on the eligible register in the order of the score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be disqualified.
Any additional documents to be considered (diplomas, official transcripts, certificates, etc.) must be received at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of application filing. If you are unable to attach the document(s) to your online application, you may email it to the assigned exam analyst. Please ensure to reference your full name, examination title, and examination number on the subject of your email. All documents must be clear and legible.
IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Vacancy Information:
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Los Angeles County departments.
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 applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, you may borrow laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County to complete job applications. Please note some public libraries have reopened with limited access hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. For more information, please visit their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening or contact the specific libraries directly.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need assistance to apply to this job, let us know by contacting the ADA Coordinator at adarequests@hr.lacounty.gov and completing the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form (Download PDF reader). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.
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.
Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)
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 Show more details...
In this temporary position, you will... participate in a 12 month on-the-job training program or a training assignment in one of a variety of entry level jobs characterized by heavy manual labor. You may receive formal or informal instruction in the basic principles which apply to the work and govern satisfactory performance on the job. Additionally, under the direct supervision of a working or first level supervisor, you will receive practical guided work experience which will prepare you for entry level assignments, or to continue educational pursuits in the particular field.
Ready to join the County team?
The YOUTH WORKER, GENERAL LABOR (Countywide Youth Bridges Program/CORE), R8254B-R is open to the public. We are accepting applications starting Monday, August 9, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. (PT) until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
Apply to this job posting and join our ever-growing diverse workforce.
Essential Job Functions
What will I do as a Youth Worker General Labor?
Receive on-the-job training, and under direct supervision participate in entry level work in one of a variety of job assignments.
Assist crew leaders in performing sluicing, booming, and removal of debris at dams and reservoirs.
Perform manual work in the construction, repair, and maintenance of streets or bicycle trails in flood access roads as needed.
Assist in the maintenance of drains, catch basins, curbs, gutters, head walls, and driveway aprons by tamping underlayment, mixing concrete, wheel barrowing concrete to the work site, lifting and carrying concrete blocks, and providing tools to more experienced workers.
Assist in sewer maintenance work, such as cleaning sewer lines with the use of specialized hand or power operated tools and equipment, including sewer cleaning machines, pumps, air compressors, blowers, gas detection devices, closed circuit television equipment, etc.
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
OPTION I:
Completion of 120 hours of career exposure with the County of Los Angeles Department of Human Resources' Countywide Youth Bridges Program; must be age 24 or younger at time of appointment.
OPTION II:
Completion of 300 hours of the County of Los Angeles Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services' Creating Opportunities and Real Experiences (CORE) internship career exposure program; must be age 24 or younger at time of appointment.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
4 - Arduous. Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.
APPLICANTS WHO HAVE BEEN PREVIOUSLY APPOINTED AS A YOUTH WORKER, GENERAL LABOR FOR MORE THAN 10 ACCUMULATIVE MONTHS WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.
Additional Information
Our Assessment Process:
Once we have determined that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to take a multiple-choice test of the competencies required for this job weighted at 100% which will cover:
• Safety Orientation
• Achievement
• Teamwork
• Responsibility
You must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.
Once you complete the assessment, you are not able to review them per Civil Service Rule 7.19.
NOTE: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important to provide a valid email address and make sure to add fkumala@hr.lacounty.gov, careers@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, noreply@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, noreply@proctoru.com, and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
Transfer of Test Components:
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their test scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred.
Test Preparation:
There are websites that may help you prepare for the assessments. One is our Online Test Prep System, found at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. Another resource is the SHL website, located at https://www.shl.com/shldirect/en-us/practice-tests/. We suggest you review any additional materials you think necessary.
What Happens Next:
We ask that you submit your online application through the "Apply" link at the top of the opportunity posting well in advance of the closing date as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. We do not accept applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in-person.
You will move through the assessment process and if you pass, you will be placed on the eligible register in the order of the score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be disqualified.
Any additional documents to be considered (diplomas, official transcripts, certificates, etc.) must be received at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of application filing. If you are unable to attach the document(s) to your online application, you may email it to the assigned exam analyst. Please ensure to reference your full name, examination title, and examination number on the subject of your email. All documents must be clear and legible.
IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Vacancy Information:
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Los Angeles County departments.
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 applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, you may borrow laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County to complete job applications. Please note some public libraries have reopened with limited access hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. For more information, please visit their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening or contact the specific libraries directly.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need assistance to apply to this job, let us know by contacting the ADA Coordinator at adarequests@hr.lacounty.gov and completing the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form (Download PDF reader). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.
Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI)
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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 Show more details...
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TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
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EXAM NUMBER
Y4977Q
FILING DATES:
September 22, 2020 at 8:00 A.M., (PT)
Applications will be accepted until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice.
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
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
...
EXAM NUMBER
Y4977Q
FILING DATES:
September 22, 2020 at 8:00 A.M., (PT)
Applications will be accepted until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice.
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.
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 26 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 6.5 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.
We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees.
MISSION:
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
DEFINITION:
Performs venipuncture and skin puncture to obtain blood specimens from patients for diagnostic testing in a medical or clinical laboratory.
Essential Job Functions
• Verifies patient's identification, reviews specimen requisition and testing instructions from physicians and obtains specimens of patient blood for diagnostic testing by means of venipuncture or skin puncture methodology utilizing a syringe, vacutainer, lancet or other approved technique.
• Assembles testing equipment such as tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol work on tray, according to requirements for specified test or procedures.
• Calms and reassures patients who are anxious or apprehensive about having blood specimen drawn; explains to patient why specimen is needed in order to elicit cooperation.
• Prepares blood samples obtained for diagnostic testing in laboratory. Labels blood sample drawn accurately.
• Fixes blood specimen on glass slide by utilizing edge of another glass slide to smear a drop of blood across its surface for the purpose of microscopic examination by other personnel, as needed.
• Carries or otherwise forwards all labeled blood specimens drawn to appropriate laboratory for analysis.
• Receives and processes patient specimens by centrifuging, making primary inoculations of media, preparing and staining of smears and/or plates, and operating semi and fully automated equipment, as needed.
• Records and transcribes laboratory test requests and results from lab reports and worksheets into a permanent log or computer, as needed.
• Sorts and routes laboratory reports to patient's ward or clinics, as needed.
• Participates in the facility, department and section Quality Assurance/Assessment activities.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Performs the duties of a Laboratory Assistant or Laboratory Attendant as needed
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Six (6) months of experience at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Laboratory Assistant*.
LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S):
A valid certificate to practice as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II issued by the California State Department of Health Services, Laboratory Field Services (CA DHS-LFS) Phlebotomy Program.**
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.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Additional credit will be awarded for additional experience beyond the Minimum Requirements.
PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light:
Light: Light Physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
• Experience at the Level of Laboratory Assistant in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Assists laboratory personnel in the performance of standard laboratory tests on human and other specimens or assigns, trains, and reviews the work of a group of lower-level laboratory positions.
• *Applicants must attach a valid, legible photocopy of their Certificate issued by the California State Department of Health Services, Laboratory Field Services (CA DHS-LFS) Phlebotomy Program to the application at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online.
All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted.
No out-of-out class experience will be accepted.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT :
This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, 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 added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every six (6) months.
AVAILABLE SHIFT :
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
VACANCY INFORMATION :
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION :
Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
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 canderson5@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.
All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED .
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice.
Fill out your application completely. The "see resume" of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst, Carin Anderson at canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include your name the exam number and the exam title.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER :
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD :
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE :
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111
TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099
CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Carin Anderson
canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov
Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000
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OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
...
EXAM NUMBER
Y4977Q
FILING DATES:
September 22, 2020 at 8:00 A.M., (PT)
Applications will be accepted until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice.
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.
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 26 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 6.5 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.
We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees.
MISSION:
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
DEFINITION:
Performs venipuncture and skin puncture to obtain blood specimens from patients for diagnostic testing in a medical or clinical laboratory.
Essential Job Functions
• Verifies patient's identification, reviews specimen requisition and testing instructions from physicians and obtains specimens of patient blood for diagnostic testing by means of venipuncture or skin puncture methodology utilizing a syringe, vacutainer, lancet or other approved technique.
• Assembles testing equipment such as tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol work on tray, according to requirements for specified test or procedures.
• Calms and reassures patients who are anxious or apprehensive about having blood specimen drawn; explains to patient why specimen is needed in order to elicit cooperation.
• Prepares blood samples obtained for diagnostic testing in laboratory. Labels blood sample drawn accurately.
• Fixes blood specimen on glass slide by utilizing edge of another glass slide to smear a drop of blood across its surface for the purpose of microscopic examination by other personnel, as needed.
• Carries or otherwise forwards all labeled blood specimens drawn to appropriate laboratory for analysis.
• Receives and processes patient specimens by centrifuging, making primary inoculations of media, preparing and staining of smears and/or plates, and operating semi and fully automated equipment, as needed.
• Records and transcribes laboratory test requests and results from lab reports and worksheets into a permanent log or computer, as needed.
• Sorts and routes laboratory reports to patient's ward or clinics, as needed.
• Participates in the facility, department and section Quality Assurance/Assessment activities.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Performs the duties of a Laboratory Assistant or Laboratory Attendant as needed
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Six (6) months of experience at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Laboratory Assistant*.
LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S):
A valid certificate to practice as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or II issued by the California State Department of Health Services, Laboratory Field Services (CA DHS-LFS) Phlebotomy Program.**
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.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Additional credit will be awarded for additional experience beyond the Minimum Requirements.
PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light:
Light: Light Physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
• Experience at the Level of Laboratory Assistant in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Assists laboratory personnel in the performance of standard laboratory tests on human and other specimens or assigns, trains, and reviews the work of a group of lower-level laboratory positions.
• *Applicants must attach a valid, legible photocopy of their Certificate issued by the California State Department of Health Services, Laboratory Field Services (CA DHS-LFS) Phlebotomy Program to the application at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online.
All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted.
No out-of-out class experience will be accepted.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT :
This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, 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 added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every six (6) months.
AVAILABLE SHIFT :
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
VACANCY INFORMATION :
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION :
Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
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 canderson5@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.
All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED .
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice.
Fill out your application completely. The "see resume" of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst, Carin Anderson at canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include your name the exam number and the exam title.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER :
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD :
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE :
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111
TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099
CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Carin Anderson
canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov
Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROBATION DEPARTMENT
EXAM NUMBER...
F8655I
FILING PERIOD:
AUGUST 30, 2022 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT)
UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
The Los Angeles County Probation Department is leading the way to rebuild lives and make our communities healthier and safer. Working hand in hand with the Board of Supervisors and partner agencies,
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROBATION DEPARTMENT
EXAM NUMBER...
F8655I
FILING PERIOD:
AUGUST 30, 2022 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT)
UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
The Los Angeles County Probation Department is leading the way to rebuild lives and make our communities healthier and safer. Working hand in hand with the Board of Supervisors and partner agencies, our goal is to promote rehabilitation and reduce recidivism through a care first, jails last approach.
Are you looking for a place to make a difference in people's lives? Are you passionate about helping and guiding youth? Are you a respected and creative member of the community?
The Probation Department is looking for highly motivated individuals who can assist and advise youth on ways to redirect behavior into pro-social channels, while assisting youth in managing their own behavior through coaching, counseling, and acknowledging pro-social behavior. Do you see yourself making a difference in the organization's mission and the community? Then come join our team!
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS
Detention Services Officer positions hold the status of sworn, peace officers in the Probation Department. (Please see the Requirements and Special Requirement Information sections for additional information on peace officer requirements and the Background Investigation process).
Positions supervise the activities of minors who are detained in juvenile halls. Incumbents serve as a member of a small team responsible for the order and security of a unit of probation youth, transports minors to medical care facilities and/or courts or other locations, and provides situational counseling, as necessary. Detention Services Officers must be able to physically restrain combative probation youth.
Essential Job Functions
• Supervises detained probation youth in their activities within the unit, on work assignments, during recreation periods, on medical or dental appointments, or awaiting court appearances.
• Maintains order and control of a unit and takes appropriate action in connection with rule infractions or other disturbances.
• Maintains institutional security and takes appropriate action to prevent escapes.
• Supervises the movement of probation youth within and outside the facility.
• Controls and restrains combative or emotionally disturbed probation youth.
• Observes and records the behavior of probation youth and confers with the supervisor about problematic probation youth.
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
Completion of 60 semester* or 90 quarter* units from an accredited college including course work in the behavioral or social sciences such as psychology, sociology or criminology.
Candidates must meet the qualifications for designation as a Peace Officer within the Probation Department, including, but not limited to:
1) No Felony Convictions
2) U.S. Citizen-OR- permanent resident alien who is eligible for, and has applied for citizenship
3) At least 21 years of age at the time of appointment
Appointees will be required to meet State-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards for Training in Corrections.
PHYSICAL CLASS
4 - Arduous: Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.
LICENSE
A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION
Supplemental Questionnaire
As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the selection requirements and standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Probation Department.
Applicants who fail the supplemental questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait twelve (12) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.
Candidates must be able to pass a thorough BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION which may include, but is not limited to, the following:
1) Live Scan and Criminal Records Check
2) Psychological Examination
3) Medical and Drug Screening Examination
4) Credit Check
5) Juvenile Corrections Officer Core physical agility examination
Candidates who are found unsuitable for employment will be removed from the eligible register pursuant to Civil Service Rule 6.04 including but not limited to the following:
• Who is addicted to the use of intoxicating liquors or narcotics or habit-forming drugs;
• Who is guilty of conduct not compatible with County employment, whether or not it amounts to a crime;
• Who has been dismissed or has resigned in lieu of discharge from any position, public or private, for any cause which would be a cause for dismissal from County service; or whose record of employment has not been satisfactory in the County service, or with any other agency or firm;
• Who has abandoned any position in County service or been absent from duty without leave of absence duly granted;
• Who has made material false statement or who has attempted any deception or fraud in connection with this or any other civil service examinations;
• Who refuses to execute the oath as prescribed by law;
• Who refuses to be fingerprinted;
• Who refuses to take or fails to pass the prescribed medical examination
• IN ORDER TO QUALIFY, YOU MUST IDENTIFY THE NUMBER OF UNITS COMPLETED OR LEVEL OF DEGREE ON THE JOB APPLICATION AND ATTACH/UPLOAD A LEGIBLE COPY OF THE OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS FROM THE ACCREDITED INSTITUTION WHICH SHOWS THE AREA OF SPECIALIZATION WITH REGISTRAR'S SIGNATURE AND OR SCHOOL SEAL WITH YOUR APPLICATION AT THE TIME OF FILING OR DURING THE EXAMINATION PROCESS OR YOUR APPLICATION MAY BE REJECTED. YOU MAY EMAIL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO EXAMINATIONS@PROBATION.LACOUNTY.GOV .
Positions to this class will be required to possess a certificate of completion of a 40-hour introductory training course on the laws of arrest under Penal Code Section 832 and Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within 90 days of appointment to the position.
COVID-19 VACCINATION:
All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of two (2) parts:
Part I: The Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) developed and validated Juvenile Officer selection examination covering Written Communication, Reading Comprehension, Apply Rules, and Basic Math, weighted 70%.
Candidates who do not pass the Juvenile Officer selection examination will be notified by mail or email. RESULTS CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE.
SCORE TRANSFERS
Any passing score for the Juvenile Officer selection examination administered after October 2020 will have their responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this exam and will proceed to Part II of this examination.
Part II: An interview covering Emotional Control, Adaptability, Interpersonal Sensitivity, Objectivity/Tolerance, Listening Comprehension, Oral Communication, Selective Attention, Multi-tasking, Applied Memorization, Assertiveness, Attention to Detail, weighted 30%.
This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and you may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months.
Candidates must qualify based on the Supplemental Questionnaire and achieve a passing score of 70% on all weighted test parts of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.
THE JUVENILE OFFICER SELECTION EXAMINATION IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
TEST PREPARATION RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE TO HELP CANDIDATES PREPARE FOR EMPLOYMENT TESTS
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for the Juvenile Officer selection examination at http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/probation/1078218_CandidateOrientationBooklet.pdf
or on the Probation website at https://probation.lacounty.gov under Candidate Orientation Booklet.
To access the Los Angeles County Probation Department Pre-Academy Fitness Guide, click here: http://file.lacounty.gov/probation/cms1_248934.pdf
While these study guides will help in preparing for the examination, we advise you to review ALL related materials you deem necessary.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and the names of candidates that qualify based on the Supplemental Questionnaire and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the weighted test parts of 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.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months.
VACANCY INFORMATION
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies located in the Los Angeles County Probation Department.
AVAILABLE SHIFT
Any
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Applications must be filed online ONLY. Applications submitted by US Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
All applicants must enter a current/updated mailing and email address at the time of filing as NOTICES MAY BE SENT BY MAIL OR EMAIL . Entering an invalid mailing/email address may result in the rejection of your application during the examination process. To update information, applicants must make changes to their profile at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty.
Many important notifications including results letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add warangkana.suos@probation.lacounty.gov, examinations@probation.lacounty.gov and
info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notifications for any examinations for which you apply with Los Angeles County.
Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.
To apply for this examination, click on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. Your application must be submitted electronically before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Visit the website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty
Applicants may upload required or additional documents (i.e. copy of degree, certification, etc.) as attachment(s) at the time of filing. If you are unable to attach the required and/or additional documents at the time of filing, you may email to examinations@probation.lacounty.gov. Please include your name, examination number, and examination title.
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have CLEARLY shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application and/or supplemental questionnaire is incomplete, it may be rejected.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
• ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . Applications may be rejected at any stage of the selection process.
• FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION .
• Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED .
• Test results cannot be given over the telephone.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record and will result in an automatic rejection of your application.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at (562) 367-4950. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.
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.
LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. Please visit the following link at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information.
Department Contact Name: Probation Examinations Unit, Sworn Exams
Department Contact Number: (562) 940-2659
Department Contact Email: examinations@probation.lacounty.gov
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 367-4950
Teletype Phone: (877) 988-7800
Closing Date/Time Show more details...
EXAM NUMBER...
F8655I
FILING PERIOD:
AUGUST 30, 2022 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT)
UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
The Los Angeles County Probation Department is leading the way to rebuild lives and make our communities healthier and safer. Working hand in hand with the Board of Supervisors and partner agencies, our goal is to promote rehabilitation and reduce recidivism through a care first, jails last approach.
Are you looking for a place to make a difference in people's lives? Are you passionate about helping and guiding youth? Are you a respected and creative member of the community?
The Probation Department is looking for highly motivated individuals who can assist and advise youth on ways to redirect behavior into pro-social channels, while assisting youth in managing their own behavior through coaching, counseling, and acknowledging pro-social behavior. Do you see yourself making a difference in the organization's mission and the community? Then come join our team!
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS
Detention Services Officer positions hold the status of sworn, peace officers in the Probation Department. (Please see the Requirements and Special Requirement Information sections for additional information on peace officer requirements and the Background Investigation process).
Positions supervise the activities of minors who are detained in juvenile halls. Incumbents serve as a member of a small team responsible for the order and security of a unit of probation youth, transports minors to medical care facilities and/or courts or other locations, and provides situational counseling, as necessary. Detention Services Officers must be able to physically restrain combative probation youth.
Essential Job Functions
• Supervises detained probation youth in their activities within the unit, on work assignments, during recreation periods, on medical or dental appointments, or awaiting court appearances.
• Maintains order and control of a unit and takes appropriate action in connection with rule infractions or other disturbances.
• Maintains institutional security and takes appropriate action to prevent escapes.
• Supervises the movement of probation youth within and outside the facility.
• Controls and restrains combative or emotionally disturbed probation youth.
• Observes and records the behavior of probation youth and confers with the supervisor about problematic probation youth.
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
Completion of 60 semester* or 90 quarter* units from an accredited college including course work in the behavioral or social sciences such as psychology, sociology or criminology.
Candidates must meet the qualifications for designation as a Peace Officer within the Probation Department, including, but not limited to:
1) No Felony Convictions
2) U.S. Citizen-OR- permanent resident alien who is eligible for, and has applied for citizenship
3) At least 21 years of age at the time of appointment
Appointees will be required to meet State-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards for Training in Corrections.
PHYSICAL CLASS
4 - Arduous: Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.
LICENSE
A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION
Supplemental Questionnaire
As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the selection requirements and standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Probation Department.
Applicants who fail the supplemental questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait twelve (12) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.
Candidates must be able to pass a thorough BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION which may include, but is not limited to, the following:
1) Live Scan and Criminal Records Check
2) Psychological Examination
3) Medical and Drug Screening Examination
4) Credit Check
5) Juvenile Corrections Officer Core physical agility examination
Candidates who are found unsuitable for employment will be removed from the eligible register pursuant to Civil Service Rule 6.04 including but not limited to the following:
• Who is addicted to the use of intoxicating liquors or narcotics or habit-forming drugs;
• Who is guilty of conduct not compatible with County employment, whether or not it amounts to a crime;
• Who has been dismissed or has resigned in lieu of discharge from any position, public or private, for any cause which would be a cause for dismissal from County service; or whose record of employment has not been satisfactory in the County service, or with any other agency or firm;
• Who has abandoned any position in County service or been absent from duty without leave of absence duly granted;
• Who has made material false statement or who has attempted any deception or fraud in connection with this or any other civil service examinations;
• Who refuses to execute the oath as prescribed by law;
• Who refuses to be fingerprinted;
• Who refuses to take or fails to pass the prescribed medical examination
• IN ORDER TO QUALIFY, YOU MUST IDENTIFY THE NUMBER OF UNITS COMPLETED OR LEVEL OF DEGREE ON THE JOB APPLICATION AND ATTACH/UPLOAD A LEGIBLE COPY OF THE OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS FROM THE ACCREDITED INSTITUTION WHICH SHOWS THE AREA OF SPECIALIZATION WITH REGISTRAR'S SIGNATURE AND OR SCHOOL SEAL WITH YOUR APPLICATION AT THE TIME OF FILING OR DURING THE EXAMINATION PROCESS OR YOUR APPLICATION MAY BE REJECTED. YOU MAY EMAIL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO EXAMINATIONS@PROBATION.LACOUNTY.GOV .
Positions to this class will be required to possess a certificate of completion of a 40-hour introductory training course on the laws of arrest under Penal Code Section 832 and Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within 90 days of appointment to the position.
COVID-19 VACCINATION:
All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of two (2) parts:
Part I: The Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) developed and validated Juvenile Officer selection examination covering Written Communication, Reading Comprehension, Apply Rules, and Basic Math, weighted 70%.
Candidates who do not pass the Juvenile Officer selection examination will be notified by mail or email. RESULTS CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE.
SCORE TRANSFERS
Any passing score for the Juvenile Officer selection examination administered after October 2020 will have their responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this exam and will proceed to Part II of this examination.
Part II: An interview covering Emotional Control, Adaptability, Interpersonal Sensitivity, Objectivity/Tolerance, Listening Comprehension, Oral Communication, Selective Attention, Multi-tasking, Applied Memorization, Assertiveness, Attention to Detail, weighted 30%.
This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and you may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months.
Candidates must qualify based on the Supplemental Questionnaire and achieve a passing score of 70% on all weighted test parts of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.
THE JUVENILE OFFICER SELECTION EXAMINATION IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
TEST PREPARATION RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE TO HELP CANDIDATES PREPARE FOR EMPLOYMENT TESTS
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for the Juvenile Officer selection examination at http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/probation/1078218_CandidateOrientationBooklet.pdf
or on the Probation website at https://probation.lacounty.gov under Candidate Orientation Booklet.
To access the Los Angeles County Probation Department Pre-Academy Fitness Guide, click here: http://file.lacounty.gov/probation/cms1_248934.pdf
While these study guides will help in preparing for the examination, we advise you to review ALL related materials you deem necessary.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and the names of candidates that qualify based on the Supplemental Questionnaire and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the weighted test parts of 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.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months.
VACANCY INFORMATION
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies located in the Los Angeles County Probation Department.
AVAILABLE SHIFT
Any
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Applications must be filed online ONLY. Applications submitted by US Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
All applicants must enter a current/updated mailing and email address at the time of filing as NOTICES MAY BE SENT BY MAIL OR EMAIL . Entering an invalid mailing/email address may result in the rejection of your application during the examination process. To update information, applicants must make changes to their profile at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty.
Many important notifications including results letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add warangkana.suos@probation.lacounty.gov, examinations@probation.lacounty.gov and
info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notifications for any examinations for which you apply with Los Angeles County.
Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.
To apply for this examination, click on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. Your application must be submitted electronically before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Visit the website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty
Applicants may upload required or additional documents (i.e. copy of degree, certification, etc.) as attachment(s) at the time of filing. If you are unable to attach the required and/or additional documents at the time of filing, you may email to examinations@probation.lacounty.gov. Please include your name, examination number, and examination title.
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have CLEARLY shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application and/or supplemental questionnaire is incomplete, it may be rejected.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
• ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . Applications may be rejected at any stage of the selection process.
• FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION .
• Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED .
• Test results cannot be given over the telephone.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record and will result in an automatic rejection of your application.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at (562) 367-4950. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.
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.
LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. Please visit the following link at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information.
Department Contact Name: Probation Examinations Unit, Sworn Exams
Department Contact Number: (562) 940-2659
Department Contact Email: examinations@probation.lacounty.gov
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 367-4950
Teletype Phone: (877) 988-7800
Closing Date/Time Show more details...
via Careers In Government
schedule_type: Part-time
EXAM NUMBER
W2484A...
This announcement is being reposted to clarify the program's duration, update the essential job functions, salary, physical class, and qualifying age requirement.
When to Submit Your Application:
We are accepting applications beginning June 13, 2022, at 7:00 a.m., (PT) until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice.
Type of Recruitment: Temporary Job Opportunity open to the
EXAM NUMBER
W2484A...
This announcement is being reposted to clarify the program's duration, update the essential job functions, salary, physical class, and qualifying age requirement.
When to Submit Your Application:
We are accepting applications beginning June 13, 2022, at 7:00 a.m., (PT) until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice.
Type of Recruitment: Temporary Job Opportunity open to the public.
Who We Are
The Internal Services Department (ISD) plays a major role in supporting all County of Los Angeles departments and commissions. With an annual budget of over $873 million and 2,151 budgeted positions along with over 5,120 contracted workers of varying professions in facilities management, information technology, environmental, administrative, purchasing and contracting, ISD is the County's trusted partner and provider of choice.
The Opportunity:
Delete The Divide is an initiative led by the County of Los Angeles to empower youth and young adults in underserved communities who are adversely impacted by the digital divide. Impacted communities are geographic areas within the County of Los Angeles where 20.1% to 100% of the households lack internet access. Partnerships have been established with public, private, academic, and community-based organizations to unify efforts in ensuring that members have direct access to training and support services in modern technologies.
The Delete The Divide Internship Program is a paid employment opportunity with the County of Los Angeles. The program is designed for individuals interested in a professional career in information technology or the digital economy. We are pursuing qualified candidates to fill Technology Professional Intern I positions in the following areas of technology:
• Cybersecurity
• Infrastructure and Operations
• Desktop Support
• Help Desk
• Network Operations
• Project Management
• Communications (Video & Phone)
• Software Development
• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Reporting and Analytics
Position Responsibilities
Positions allocable to the class of Technology Professional Intern I work on a part-time ( 25 hours per week maximum) hourly basis in information and communication systems. Incumbents of these classes will gain work experience at a variety of public and private sector organizations to progressively develop skills and knowledge in information technology occupational areas.
Incumbents perform Information Technology (IT) related duties under the direct supervision of IT and/or administrative personnel. They receive technical job training and guidance on workplace behavior, competencies, individual responsibilities, and development of information technology skill sets. Typically, interns work on a part-time hourly basis and participate in the program from twelve (12) to twenty-four (24) months based on individual requirements.
Essential Job Functions
Duties include, but are not limited to the following assignments:
Assist in maintaining, posting and updating social media profiles with appropriate and appealing content.
Assist in providing end user hardware and software support in a help desk and/or community based environment.
Assist with social media analytics and reporting.
Assist in the installation, configuration, maintenance, and testing of computer hardware, software, and peripheral equipment.
Assist in providing end user hardware and software support in a help desk environment.
Assist in the development of macros, web pages, and simple modifications to existing software applications.
Assist in coding, testing, and debugging application programs to create new or modify existing business applications and interfaces.
Assist in connecting cables and wires for networks and ensure that they are in good working order.
Assist in maintaining inventory records and documentation for equipment.
Assist in the development and dissemination of newsletters, graphics, charts, forms, or handouts.
Requirements
Requirements to Qualify
Resident of Los Angeles County and a registered member of Delete The Divide*. Must be at least sixteen (16) years old.
Applicants under 18 years of age must present a work permit before starting work.
License:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Physical Expectations:
2-Light. This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
Special Requirement Information:
• To become a registered member of Delete The Divide, please visit the following website: www.deletethedivide.org
Additional Information
Our Assessment Process:
If you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in a structured oral interview designed to assess your level of interest and the general ability to perform the duties of the position weighted at 100%. You must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment in order to be placed on the Eligible Register.
The list of eligible candidates will be used for TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT only. An intern may be employed for a maximum of 12 to 24 months (25 hours per week maximum) which may not be exceeded by combining work in the Technology Professional Intern I & II positions.
Eligibility Information:
You will move through the assessment process and if you pass, we will place your results on a list. We will then invite the highest scoring group to an interview. The list of everyone who passed is valid for twelve (12) months.
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly.
No person may participate in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months; doing so, will result in the rejection of your application.
How to Apply:
Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application by 5:30 p.m. (PT), on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty.
Plan to submit your 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.
Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add RMendez@isd.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, and noreply@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with the County of Los Angeles.Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.
Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements to Qualify as listed on this bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified.
Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries:
LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout the County of Los Angeles. 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 the County of Los Angeles.
Fair Chance Initiative:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
COVID-19 Vaccination:
All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
To access the employment information document click on the link below: http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf
Have questions about anything listed above?
Contact us:
Exam Number: W2484A
Department Contact Name: Raul Mendez
Department Contact Phone: (323) 267-2056
Department Contact Email: RMendez@isd.lacounty.gov
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 267-2432
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 [Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077]
Closing Date/Time Show more details...
W2484A...
This announcement is being reposted to clarify the program's duration, update the essential job functions, salary, physical class, and qualifying age requirement.
When to Submit Your Application:
We are accepting applications beginning June 13, 2022, at 7:00 a.m., (PT) until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice.
Type of Recruitment: Temporary Job Opportunity open to the public.
Who We Are
The Internal Services Department (ISD) plays a major role in supporting all County of Los Angeles departments and commissions. With an annual budget of over $873 million and 2,151 budgeted positions along with over 5,120 contracted workers of varying professions in facilities management, information technology, environmental, administrative, purchasing and contracting, ISD is the County's trusted partner and provider of choice.
The Opportunity:
Delete The Divide is an initiative led by the County of Los Angeles to empower youth and young adults in underserved communities who are adversely impacted by the digital divide. Impacted communities are geographic areas within the County of Los Angeles where 20.1% to 100% of the households lack internet access. Partnerships have been established with public, private, academic, and community-based organizations to unify efforts in ensuring that members have direct access to training and support services in modern technologies.
The Delete The Divide Internship Program is a paid employment opportunity with the County of Los Angeles. The program is designed for individuals interested in a professional career in information technology or the digital economy. We are pursuing qualified candidates to fill Technology Professional Intern I positions in the following areas of technology:
• Cybersecurity
• Infrastructure and Operations
• Desktop Support
• Help Desk
• Network Operations
• Project Management
• Communications (Video & Phone)
• Software Development
• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Reporting and Analytics
Position Responsibilities
Positions allocable to the class of Technology Professional Intern I work on a part-time ( 25 hours per week maximum) hourly basis in information and communication systems. Incumbents of these classes will gain work experience at a variety of public and private sector organizations to progressively develop skills and knowledge in information technology occupational areas.
Incumbents perform Information Technology (IT) related duties under the direct supervision of IT and/or administrative personnel. They receive technical job training and guidance on workplace behavior, competencies, individual responsibilities, and development of information technology skill sets. Typically, interns work on a part-time hourly basis and participate in the program from twelve (12) to twenty-four (24) months based on individual requirements.
Essential Job Functions
Duties include, but are not limited to the following assignments:
Assist in maintaining, posting and updating social media profiles with appropriate and appealing content.
Assist in providing end user hardware and software support in a help desk and/or community based environment.
Assist with social media analytics and reporting.
Assist in the installation, configuration, maintenance, and testing of computer hardware, software, and peripheral equipment.
Assist in providing end user hardware and software support in a help desk environment.
Assist in the development of macros, web pages, and simple modifications to existing software applications.
Assist in coding, testing, and debugging application programs to create new or modify existing business applications and interfaces.
Assist in connecting cables and wires for networks and ensure that they are in good working order.
Assist in maintaining inventory records and documentation for equipment.
Assist in the development and dissemination of newsletters, graphics, charts, forms, or handouts.
Requirements
Requirements to Qualify
Resident of Los Angeles County and a registered member of Delete The Divide*. Must be at least sixteen (16) years old.
Applicants under 18 years of age must present a work permit before starting work.
License:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Physical Expectations:
2-Light. This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
Special Requirement Information:
• To become a registered member of Delete The Divide, please visit the following website: www.deletethedivide.org
Additional Information
Our Assessment Process:
If you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in a structured oral interview designed to assess your level of interest and the general ability to perform the duties of the position weighted at 100%. You must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment in order to be placed on the Eligible Register.
The list of eligible candidates will be used for TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT only. An intern may be employed for a maximum of 12 to 24 months (25 hours per week maximum) which may not be exceeded by combining work in the Technology Professional Intern I & II positions.
Eligibility Information:
You will move through the assessment process and if you pass, we will place your results on a list. We will then invite the highest scoring group to an interview. The list of everyone who passed is valid for twelve (12) months.
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly.
No person may participate in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months; doing so, will result in the rejection of your application.
How to Apply:
Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application by 5:30 p.m. (PT), on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty.
Plan to submit your 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.
Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add RMendez@isd.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, and noreply@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with the County of Los Angeles.Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.
Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements to Qualify as listed on this bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified.
Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries:
LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout the County of Los Angeles. 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 the County of Los Angeles.
Fair Chance Initiative:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
COVID-19 Vaccination:
All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
To access the employment information document click on the link below: http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf
Have questions about anything listed above?
Contact us:
Exam Number: W2484A
Department Contact Name: Raul Mendez
Department Contact Phone: (323) 267-2056
Department Contact Email: RMendez@isd.lacounty.gov
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 267-2432
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 [Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077]
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schedule_type: Full-time
ORIGINAL POSTING DATE:
06/01/2011 - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice
...
EXAM NUMBER:
Y5516K
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
WITHHOLD INFORMATION: Applicants who do not possess a California State Pharmacist License at the time of filing may compete in this examination, however, the names of such candidates will be withheld from certification for employment until the required
ORIGINAL POSTING DATE:
06/01/2011 - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice
...
EXAM NUMBER:
Y5516K
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
WITHHOLD INFORMATION: Applicants who do not possess a California State Pharmacist License at the time of filing may compete in this examination, however, the names of such candidates will be withheld from certification for employment until the required license is presented.
At the time of appointment, successful candidates must have a license to practice as a Pharmacist issued by the California Board of Pharmacy.
COVID-19 VACCINATION MANDATE: 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.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest health system in the nation, providing compassionate, quality care through its integrated system of hospitals and community-based clinics. DHS annually cares for about 600,000 unique patients, employs over 22,000 staff and has an annual operating budget of $6.5 billion. DHS leads the county's effort to provide health services to the resident of Los Angeles County, of which approximately two million are uninsured. DHS hospitals also conduct post-graduate medical education through university affiliations for interns, residents and fellows to train the physician workforce for tomorrow.
THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
DEFINITION:
Supervises professional and support pharmacy personnel in the provision of pharmacy services in a hospital, clinic, or other health care setting, and may perform direct pharmacy services.
Essential Job Functions
Provides first line administrative and technical supervision to professional and support pharmacy personnel in the provision of pharmacy services which includes ordering, compounding, dispensing, manufacturing, packaging, storing, distribution and control of drugs and other pharmaceutical products.
Supervises staff in the provision of expert information and consultation on drugs and drug usage in a dispensing, clinical or manufacturing setting.
Evaluates the work of professional and technical staff and takes corrective action when necessary.
Establishes, maintains, revises and implements unit pharmacy procedures, work standards, and quality control measures within the general framework of pharmacy and hospital procedures.
Manages pharmacy information systems focused on medication safety and inventory control.
Participates in planning and implementing information systems for recording and maintaining data on drug usage, including costs.
Designs and maintains internal controls on the receipt, storage, dispensing, and disposition of narcotics and other controlled or restricted drugs and enforces appropriate security measures.
Interviews and selects or recommends the selection of professional and other pharmacy personnel.
Orients and trains new employees.
Schedules and assigns staff to provide pharmacy services on one or more shifts and adjusts assignments in accordance to workload.
Coordinates the work of pharmacy staff with the work of medical, nursing and other patient care staff.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
One year of experience as a Registered Pharmacist.
License:
• A current license to practice as a Registered Pharmacist issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation may be required when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Physical Class II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
Special Requirement Information:
• All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted.
Desirable Qualifications:
Master's or Doctorate degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university.
Additional Information
Examination Content:
This examination will consist of an interview covering training, experience, personal fitness and general ability to perform the duties of the position, weighted 100%.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher 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 placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months.
Special Information:
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Vacancy Information:
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur.
Available Shift:
Any shift
Application and Filing Information:
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT BE sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED .
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted.
If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must e-mail the required documents to the Exam Analyst, Hilary Hocking at hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title in your email.
Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application.
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 AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
ADA Coordinator Phone:
(323) 914-7111
California Relay Services Phone:
800-735-2922
Department Contact:
Hilary Hocking, Exam Analyst
(213) 288-7000
hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov
Closing Date/Time: Continuous Show more details...
06/01/2011 - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice
...
EXAM NUMBER:
Y5516K
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
WITHHOLD INFORMATION: Applicants who do not possess a California State Pharmacist License at the time of filing may compete in this examination, however, the names of such candidates will be withheld from certification for employment until the required license is presented.
At the time of appointment, successful candidates must have a license to practice as a Pharmacist issued by the California Board of Pharmacy.
COVID-19 VACCINATION MANDATE: 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.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest health system in the nation, providing compassionate, quality care through its integrated system of hospitals and community-based clinics. DHS annually cares for about 600,000 unique patients, employs over 22,000 staff and has an annual operating budget of $6.5 billion. DHS leads the county's effort to provide health services to the resident of Los Angeles County, of which approximately two million are uninsured. DHS hospitals also conduct post-graduate medical education through university affiliations for interns, residents and fellows to train the physician workforce for tomorrow.
THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
DEFINITION:
Supervises professional and support pharmacy personnel in the provision of pharmacy services in a hospital, clinic, or other health care setting, and may perform direct pharmacy services.
Essential Job Functions
Provides first line administrative and technical supervision to professional and support pharmacy personnel in the provision of pharmacy services which includes ordering, compounding, dispensing, manufacturing, packaging, storing, distribution and control of drugs and other pharmaceutical products.
Supervises staff in the provision of expert information and consultation on drugs and drug usage in a dispensing, clinical or manufacturing setting.
Evaluates the work of professional and technical staff and takes corrective action when necessary.
Establishes, maintains, revises and implements unit pharmacy procedures, work standards, and quality control measures within the general framework of pharmacy and hospital procedures.
Manages pharmacy information systems focused on medication safety and inventory control.
Participates in planning and implementing information systems for recording and maintaining data on drug usage, including costs.
Designs and maintains internal controls on the receipt, storage, dispensing, and disposition of narcotics and other controlled or restricted drugs and enforces appropriate security measures.
Interviews and selects or recommends the selection of professional and other pharmacy personnel.
Orients and trains new employees.
Schedules and assigns staff to provide pharmacy services on one or more shifts and adjusts assignments in accordance to workload.
Coordinates the work of pharmacy staff with the work of medical, nursing and other patient care staff.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
One year of experience as a Registered Pharmacist.
License:
• A current license to practice as a Registered Pharmacist issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation may be required when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Physical Class II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
Special Requirement Information:
• All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted.
Desirable Qualifications:
Master's or Doctorate degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university.
Additional Information
Examination Content:
This examination will consist of an interview covering training, experience, personal fitness and general ability to perform the duties of the position, weighted 100%.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher 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 placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months.
Special Information:
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Vacancy Information:
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur.
Available Shift:
Any shift
Application and Filing Information:
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT BE sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED .
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted.
If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must e-mail the required documents to the Exam Analyst, Hilary Hocking at hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title in your email.
Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application.
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 AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
ADA Coordinator Phone:
(323) 914-7111
California Relay Services Phone:
800-735-2922
Department Contact:
Hilary Hocking, Exam Analyst
(213) 288-7000
hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov
Closing Date/Time: Continuous Show more details...
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schedule_type: Full-time
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
...
EXAM NUMBER
Y0927E
FILING START DATE
June 2, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT)
Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice.
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
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
...
EXAM NUMBER
Y0927E
FILING START DATE
June 2, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT)
Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice.
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.
ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES:
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. 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.
THE MISSION:
"To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care."
DEFINITION :
Provides support in the process of obtaining, verifying and assessing the qualifications of physician and allied health professionals to provide patient care services.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Under general supervision, positions allocable to this class are responsible for collecting, reviewing, monitoring, and updating credentialing documentation for existing and the appointment of new medical providers. Incumbents follow policies and procedures, established by departmental by-laws and regulatory agencies, to evaluate and verify professional licensure, education, training, experience, competencies and hospital affiliations to ensure that medical providers are appropriately qualified and privileged. Incumbents in this class are required to serve a one-year probationary period.
Positions allocated to the Department of Health Services report to the Medical Staff Coordinator of a hospital, or a Physician in a Multi-Service Ambulatory Care Center.
Positions allocated to the Department of Mental Health typically report to a higher-level manager and are responsible for processing and maintaining credentialing documentation for review by the credentialing review committee.
Essential Job Functions
Receives and processes applications for credentialing and privileging from licensed independent practitioners and allied health professionals applying for membership in the Professional Staff Association (PSA); notifies the respective department chair and the applicant of their status and time frames for completion.
Reviews applications for required documentation; verifies credentials, education, employment history, licensure, professional references, hospital affiliations and liability claims history by performing on-line queries from a variety of resources, such as the National Practitioner Data Bank, American Medical Association, Drug Enforcement Administration, and Office of the Inspector General.
Ensures physicians, allied health professionals and other practitioners of a healthcare facility are properly licensed, trained, and certified as mandated by state and federal regulations.
Reviews requested privileges to ensure that appropriate criteria and training is documented for the privileges sought.
Monitors documentation of provisional applications for completion of proctoring; notifies the respective department chair and provisional members regarding their status and time frames for completion of proctoring.
Prepares summary report of each application for evaluation and review by the Credentials and Medical Executive Committees; identifies any potential adverse information.
Maintains application and credentialing files in a confidential manner; regularly enters credentialing information into the database to ensure information on credentialing, privileging, certifications, prerogatives and competencies are current; disseminates data to authorized personnel.
Prepares reports or credential files for periodic audits by Consolidated Accreditation and Licensure Survey and Office of Managed Care as requested; conducts internal reviews; and completes required tasks as necessary.
Generates letters to hospital affiliations and other agencies to obtain information of the practitioner's professional competency. Responds to inquiries from other agencies requesting employment verification and relevant information on current and past members of the PSA.
Prepares reports for various committees as requested on a periodic basis.
Participates in the development and implementation of credentialing processes and procedures.
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Three (3) years of recent*, full time** experience in a Medical Staff Services office*** at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Intermediate Typist Clerk**** or higher.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
CERTIFICATION:
Successful certification as a Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist issued by the National Association of Medical Staff Services will be required before final appointment.
PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light
Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION :
• Recent experience is deemed to be within the last five (5) years.
• *Full time experience is 40 hours per week. Part-time experience will be prorated to full-time experience.
• **Definition of Medical Staff Services office is primarily accountable for the administrative and credentialing compliance structure of the medical staff organization.
• ***For this examination, an Intermediate Typist Clerk performs duties that include, but are not limited to, assisting in processing paperwork, initial credentialing, re-credentialing and ensuring that the database includes detailing the practitioners' education, training, licensing, experience, and other information are accurate and up to date.
Additional Information
Additional Information:
EXAMINATION CONTENT :
This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination to be added to the eligible register.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :
Additional credit will be awarded for experience beyond the Selection Requirements.
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.
VACANCY INFORMATION :
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur.
AVAILABLE SHIFT :
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ALLOWED.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION :
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED.
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice.
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted.
NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, Brenda Aguila, at baguila@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title.
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 applicant provide a valid email address. Please add baguila@dhs.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@govermentjobs.com and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail.
Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER :
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information.
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111
TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099
CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922
DEPARTMENT CONTACT
Brenda Aguila, Exam Analyst
baguila@dhs.lacounty.gov
(213) 288-7000
Closing Date/Time Show more details...
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
...
EXAM NUMBER
Y0927E
FILING START DATE
June 2, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT)
Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice.
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.
ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES:
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. 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.
THE MISSION:
"To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care."
DEFINITION :
Provides support in the process of obtaining, verifying and assessing the qualifications of physician and allied health professionals to provide patient care services.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Under general supervision, positions allocable to this class are responsible for collecting, reviewing, monitoring, and updating credentialing documentation for existing and the appointment of new medical providers. Incumbents follow policies and procedures, established by departmental by-laws and regulatory agencies, to evaluate and verify professional licensure, education, training, experience, competencies and hospital affiliations to ensure that medical providers are appropriately qualified and privileged. Incumbents in this class are required to serve a one-year probationary period.
Positions allocated to the Department of Health Services report to the Medical Staff Coordinator of a hospital, or a Physician in a Multi-Service Ambulatory Care Center.
Positions allocated to the Department of Mental Health typically report to a higher-level manager and are responsible for processing and maintaining credentialing documentation for review by the credentialing review committee.
Essential Job Functions
Receives and processes applications for credentialing and privileging from licensed independent practitioners and allied health professionals applying for membership in the Professional Staff Association (PSA); notifies the respective department chair and the applicant of their status and time frames for completion.
Reviews applications for required documentation; verifies credentials, education, employment history, licensure, professional references, hospital affiliations and liability claims history by performing on-line queries from a variety of resources, such as the National Practitioner Data Bank, American Medical Association, Drug Enforcement Administration, and Office of the Inspector General.
Ensures physicians, allied health professionals and other practitioners of a healthcare facility are properly licensed, trained, and certified as mandated by state and federal regulations.
Reviews requested privileges to ensure that appropriate criteria and training is documented for the privileges sought.
Monitors documentation of provisional applications for completion of proctoring; notifies the respective department chair and provisional members regarding their status and time frames for completion of proctoring.
Prepares summary report of each application for evaluation and review by the Credentials and Medical Executive Committees; identifies any potential adverse information.
Maintains application and credentialing files in a confidential manner; regularly enters credentialing information into the database to ensure information on credentialing, privileging, certifications, prerogatives and competencies are current; disseminates data to authorized personnel.
Prepares reports or credential files for periodic audits by Consolidated Accreditation and Licensure Survey and Office of Managed Care as requested; conducts internal reviews; and completes required tasks as necessary.
Generates letters to hospital affiliations and other agencies to obtain information of the practitioner's professional competency. Responds to inquiries from other agencies requesting employment verification and relevant information on current and past members of the PSA.
Prepares reports for various committees as requested on a periodic basis.
Participates in the development and implementation of credentialing processes and procedures.
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Three (3) years of recent*, full time** experience in a Medical Staff Services office*** at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Intermediate Typist Clerk**** or higher.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
CERTIFICATION:
Successful certification as a Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist issued by the National Association of Medical Staff Services will be required before final appointment.
PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light
Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION :
• Recent experience is deemed to be within the last five (5) years.
• *Full time experience is 40 hours per week. Part-time experience will be prorated to full-time experience.
• **Definition of Medical Staff Services office is primarily accountable for the administrative and credentialing compliance structure of the medical staff organization.
• ***For this examination, an Intermediate Typist Clerk performs duties that include, but are not limited to, assisting in processing paperwork, initial credentialing, re-credentialing and ensuring that the database includes detailing the practitioners' education, training, licensing, experience, and other information are accurate and up to date.
Additional Information
Additional Information:
EXAMINATION CONTENT :
This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination to be added to the eligible register.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :
Additional credit will be awarded for experience beyond the Selection Requirements.
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.
VACANCY INFORMATION :
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur.
AVAILABLE SHIFT :
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ALLOWED.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION :
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED.
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice.
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted.
NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, Brenda Aguila, at baguila@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title.
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 applicant provide a valid email address. Please add baguila@dhs.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@govermentjobs.com and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail.
Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER :
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information.
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111
TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099
CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922
DEPARTMENT CONTACT
Brenda Aguila, Exam Analyst
baguila@dhs.lacounty.gov
(213) 288-7000
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schedule_type: Full-time
EXAM NUMBER: 5 4430A-R
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity...
We are accepting applications starting Tuesday, August 3, 2021 @ 8:00 A.M. (PST)
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
County of Los Angeles is recruiting highly motivated and career minded individuals to fill the position of Regional Planner. To view classification standards for the
EXAM NUMBER: 5 4430A-R
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity...
We are accepting applications starting Tuesday, August 3, 2021 @ 8:00 A.M. (PST)
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
County of Los Angeles is recruiting highly motivated and career minded individuals to fill the position of Regional Planner. To view classification standards for the position, please click HERE .
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. With more than 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits.
Essential Job Functions
Participates in the research, writing, and public engagement and discussion regarding the adoption of the County's general plan, area, coastal, community, and neighborhood plan policies, and other specialized plans and studies such as the County's Sustainability Plan.
Participates in the research and drafting of zoning, subdivision, and other land use regulations.
Participates in the analysis of complex planning problems, the preparation of population and other planning projections, housing needs, and parking studies.
Responds in writing or orally to inquiries from the public on General Plan policy, and subdivision and zoning regulations.
Processes applications for subdivisions, zone changes, variances, and conditional use permits.
Evaluates applications for consistency with General Plan policy, and compliance with zoning and subdivision regulations.
Conducts field inspections, prepares staff reports and public notices, coordinates with other public agencies, and follows all other necessary procedures for public hearings.
Analyzes, reviews and prepares environmental documents including Initial Studies, Negative Declarations, and both the draft and final versions of the Environmental Impact Reports in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Explains County and State environmental regulations to the general public and project applicants.
Investigates and analyzes property ownership, recorded property ownership and zoning histories; gathers and consolidates data from public records and other sources to assist in the development of written staff reports in support of recommendations for official action.
Investigates violations of zoning regulations, and discusses alleged violations with property owners, complainants, community groups, the Board of Supervisors, County Counsel, the District Attorney, and other enforcement agencies, and may make court appearances.
Prepares and makes oral presentations of planning development applications, zoning and other planning related information to the Regional Planning Commission, and civic, community, governmental, professional, and other interest groups.
Prepares graphics, exhibits, maps, and other audio-visual illustrations to present findings and critical issues of planning studies in support of the department's recommendations.
Uses computer programs or planning applications to accept applications and process fees and prepare reports, maps, spreadsheets, data bases and/or graphics in carrying out planning activities.
Works collaboratively with other Sections and Divisions within Regional Planning, other County departments, and public and private organizations in coordinating project activities and resolving problems pertaining to planning matters related to the department such as homelessness, sustainability, climate change, and equity.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Option I: A bachelor's degree * i n Urban or Regional Planning from an accredited four-year college or university.
Option II: A bachelor's degree * from an accredited four-year college or university, with specialization in Environmental Studies, Geography, Urban Studies, Public Administration, Public Policy, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or Urban Design with 15 semester or 22.5 quarter units of upper division courses in Urban or Regional Planning, Cartography, Urban Geography and/or Environmental Planning.
Option III: A bachelor's degree * from an accredited four-year college or university and one year of urban or regional planning experience.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
2 - Light : Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
• In order to receive credit for any degree such as a Bachelor's, Master's, or course work, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Candidates expecting to qualify under Option II, MUST provide a copy of their official college transcript to indicate the course work.
Additional Information
Our Assessment Process
Once we have determined that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in two (2) test parts:
Part I: An online multiple choice test weighted 65% measuring Deductive Reasoning, Deciding and Initiating Action, Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations, Working with People, Planning and Organizing, and Persuading and Influencing.
Only candidates that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I will be invited to Part II.
Part II: A technical writing project weighted 35% consisting of Written Expression, Professional/Technical Knowledge and Critical Thinking.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.
MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important to provide a valid email address and make sure to add fkumala@hr.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, noreply@proctoru.com, donot-reply@amcatmail.com and info@governmentjobs.com to your address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. Scores cannot be given over the telephone.
Notice of Non-Acceptance and Final Result letters will be sent electronically to your e-mail address.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
• Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination.
• This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred.
TEST PREPARATION
While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.
• An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
• Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests / .
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
The names of successful candidates will be placed on the eligible register for a period of 12 months following the date of promulgation.
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.
VACANCY INFORMATION
The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies with the Department of Regional Planning.
Available Shift: Any
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m., PT on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5 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 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.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION.
• We may reject your application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
• FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION .
• Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED .
• Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
It is important that you provide your own social security number at the time of filing to ensure your application is processed accurately. Entering other than your own social security number will result in an automatic rejection of your application.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, you may borrow laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County to complete job applications. Please note some public libraries have reopened with limited access hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. For more information, please visit their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening or contact the specific libraries directly.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
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.
Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) 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.
American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodation
If you have a disability and need assistance to apply to this job, let us know by contacting the ADA Coordinator at adarequests@hr.lacounty.gov and completing the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Email: adarequests@hr.lacounty.gov
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099
Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077
Department Contact Name: Ferdi Kumala
Department Contact Phone: (213) 351-6451
Department Contact Email: fkumala@hr.lacounty.gov
Closing Date/Time: Continuous Show more details...
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity...
We are accepting applications starting Tuesday, August 3, 2021 @ 8:00 A.M. (PST)
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
County of Los Angeles is recruiting highly motivated and career minded individuals to fill the position of Regional Planner. To view classification standards for the position, please click HERE .
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. With more than 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits.
Essential Job Functions
Participates in the research, writing, and public engagement and discussion regarding the adoption of the County's general plan, area, coastal, community, and neighborhood plan policies, and other specialized plans and studies such as the County's Sustainability Plan.
Participates in the research and drafting of zoning, subdivision, and other land use regulations.
Participates in the analysis of complex planning problems, the preparation of population and other planning projections, housing needs, and parking studies.
Responds in writing or orally to inquiries from the public on General Plan policy, and subdivision and zoning regulations.
Processes applications for subdivisions, zone changes, variances, and conditional use permits.
Evaluates applications for consistency with General Plan policy, and compliance with zoning and subdivision regulations.
Conducts field inspections, prepares staff reports and public notices, coordinates with other public agencies, and follows all other necessary procedures for public hearings.
Analyzes, reviews and prepares environmental documents including Initial Studies, Negative Declarations, and both the draft and final versions of the Environmental Impact Reports in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Explains County and State environmental regulations to the general public and project applicants.
Investigates and analyzes property ownership, recorded property ownership and zoning histories; gathers and consolidates data from public records and other sources to assist in the development of written staff reports in support of recommendations for official action.
Investigates violations of zoning regulations, and discusses alleged violations with property owners, complainants, community groups, the Board of Supervisors, County Counsel, the District Attorney, and other enforcement agencies, and may make court appearances.
Prepares and makes oral presentations of planning development applications, zoning and other planning related information to the Regional Planning Commission, and civic, community, governmental, professional, and other interest groups.
Prepares graphics, exhibits, maps, and other audio-visual illustrations to present findings and critical issues of planning studies in support of the department's recommendations.
Uses computer programs or planning applications to accept applications and process fees and prepare reports, maps, spreadsheets, data bases and/or graphics in carrying out planning activities.
Works collaboratively with other Sections and Divisions within Regional Planning, other County departments, and public and private organizations in coordinating project activities and resolving problems pertaining to planning matters related to the department such as homelessness, sustainability, climate change, and equity.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Option I: A bachelor's degree * i n Urban or Regional Planning from an accredited four-year college or university.
Option II: A bachelor's degree * from an accredited four-year college or university, with specialization in Environmental Studies, Geography, Urban Studies, Public Administration, Public Policy, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or Urban Design with 15 semester or 22.5 quarter units of upper division courses in Urban or Regional Planning, Cartography, Urban Geography and/or Environmental Planning.
Option III: A bachelor's degree * from an accredited four-year college or university and one year of urban or regional planning experience.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
2 - Light : Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
• In order to receive credit for any degree such as a Bachelor's, Master's, or course work, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Candidates expecting to qualify under Option II, MUST provide a copy of their official college transcript to indicate the course work.
Additional Information
Our Assessment Process
Once we have determined that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in two (2) test parts:
Part I: An online multiple choice test weighted 65% measuring Deductive Reasoning, Deciding and Initiating Action, Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations, Working with People, Planning and Organizing, and Persuading and Influencing.
Only candidates that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I will be invited to Part II.
Part II: A technical writing project weighted 35% consisting of Written Expression, Professional/Technical Knowledge and Critical Thinking.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.
MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important to provide a valid email address and make sure to add fkumala@hr.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, noreply@proctoru.com, donot-reply@amcatmail.com and info@governmentjobs.com to your address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. Scores cannot be given over the telephone.
Notice of Non-Acceptance and Final Result letters will be sent electronically to your e-mail address.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
• Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination.
• This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred.
TEST PREPARATION
While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.
• An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
• Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests / .
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
The names of successful candidates will be placed on the eligible register for a period of 12 months following the date of promulgation.
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.
VACANCY INFORMATION
The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies with the Department of Regional Planning.
Available Shift: Any
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m., PT on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5 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 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.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION.
• We may reject your application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
• FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION .
• Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED .
• Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
It is important that you provide your own social security number at the time of filing to ensure your application is processed accurately. Entering other than your own social security number will result in an automatic rejection of your application.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, you may borrow laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County to complete job applications. Please note some public libraries have reopened with limited access hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. For more information, please visit their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening or contact the specific libraries directly.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
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.
Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) 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.
American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodation
If you have a disability and need assistance to apply to this job, let us know by contacting the ADA Coordinator at adarequests@hr.lacounty.gov and completing the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Email: adarequests@hr.lacounty.gov
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099
Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077
Department Contact Name: Ferdi Kumala
Department Contact Phone: (213) 351-6451
Department Contact Email: fkumala@hr.lacounty.gov
Closing Date/Time: Continuous Show more details...
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posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 44,138–59,428 a year
REPOSTING INFORMATION: This announcement is being reposted to reopen the application filing period and to convert the eligible list to an eligible register.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT...
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD:
Starting on February 9, 2023, 8:00 A.M. (PT)
EXAM NUMBER:
J2828R
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive
FILING TYPE:
Open Continuous
The application filing period will be open continuous, but may be suspended AT ANY
REPOSTING INFORMATION: This announcement is being reposted to reopen the application filing period and to convert the eligible list to an eligible register.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT...
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD:
Starting on February 9, 2023, 8:00 A.M. (PT)
EXAM NUMBER:
J2828R
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive
FILING TYPE:
Open Continuous
The application filing period will be open continuous, but may be suspended AT ANY TIME without prior notice AND this examination may reopen as the needs of the service require. It is recommended that you complete your application using a desktop or laptop.
Note that the system also requires email verification for each new email address, which may result in delays in submitting an application. It is recommended that each candidate creates a profile before the filing start date.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS
Positions allocated to this class are non-peace officer positions assigned to provide security in and around County facilities and properties of public agencies contracting Sheriff Department security services. Positions in this class are distinguished from the lower level class of Security Assistant, Sheriff by the requirement to carry a firearm while in the performance of their duties and more extensive knowledge of departmental security techniques, policies and procedures, and the exercise of independent judgment in providing security at both County facilities and other public facilities as designated by the Sheriff. Incumbents must distinguish between circumstances in which counseling, admonition and explanation will serve to maintain a peaceful environment or where the intervention of law enforcement personnel is necessary, and respond to and/or report situations appropriately. Incumbents of this class serve a nine (9) month probationary period during which they receive training in the care and use of firearms, proper firearms safety procedures, and related training in Department regulations and legal limitations on the use of firearms or other forms of force under Section 831 of the Penal Code.
Essential Job Functions
• Works a fixed post or tours the inner/outer perimeter of a facility or campus to detect or prevent individuals or groups from committing acts, which are injurious to others or to property within or around a facility.
• Intervenes to terminate injurious acts, conducts searches of individuals for weapons, illegal devices, or contraband and detains individuals for further investigation or arrest where circumstances and conditions warrant such action.
• Directs visitors to personnel and services within a facility.
• Investigates questionable acts or behavior observed or reported on premises and questions witnesses and suspects to ascertain or verify facts.
• Pursues, apprehends and detains persons observed injuring others or damaging property, and detains suspects pending transportation and booking by local law enforcement agency.
• Participates, with sworn personnel, in securing facilities and conducting searches.
• Intervenes on behalf of lower level security personnel and/or assists them in the absence of a supervisor or sworn personnel.
• Ensures that only authorized employees, vendors or other appropriately identified persons are permitted access to closed or restricted areas and detains unidentified or unauthorized persons.
• Responds to reports of ill or injured visitors or employees and notifies supervisors or other appropriate personnel if additional assistance is necessary.
• Explains and interprets organizational procedures and practices to lower level security personnel.
• Utilizes fixed and hand-held scanning devices to detect unauthorized weapons or devices.
• Monitors alarm systems and electronic surveillance equipment and responds to locally activated fire, burglary or other alarms.
• Relays reports of bomb threats to the appropriate law enforcement jurisdiction and participates in organized searches.
• Reports safety hazards, malfunctioning equipment and other such matters to appropriate personnel.
• Writes daily activity, incident and non-employee injury reports.
• Operates miscellaneous equipment and/or motor vehicles including use of bicycles as required in the conduct of routine patrol or to report to alternate assignment posts in accordance with emergent staffing needs.
• May issue non-moving citations for routine infractions such as parking violations.
• Drives throughout Los Angeles County as needed.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
AGE
Must be 18 years of age at the time of filing.
EDUCATION
Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent high school proficiency or higher education. Evidence of equivalent high school proficiency includes having successfully passed the GED, TASC, HiSET, or CHSPE.
Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by one of the approved organizations listed by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) https://www.naces.org/members or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) http://aice-eval.org. These organizations are private enterprises who charge a fee for their services.
LICENSE
A valid California class "C" driver license is required to perform job-related essential functions. Applicants must possess a current, non-expired California class "C" driver license or above at the time of application.
Out-of-state applicants must have a valid license from the state in which they reside at the time of application and will be required to obtain a California class "C" driver license or above by the time of appointment.
Successful applicants will be required to submit a copy of their valid driver license during the background investigation. License must not be suspended, restricted, or revoked. An applicant's driving record within the past 36 months will be evaluated.
PHYSICAL CLASS
4 - Arduous
Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.
Additional Information
WORK CONDITIONS
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department operates seven days a week, 24-hours a day, and has locations throughout the greater Los Angeles County. Appointees must be willing to:
• work any shift.
• work overtime and consecutive shifts.
• work any day of the year.
• work with people of any race or ethnic group.
• work assignments with co-workers of the opposite sex.
• work in any location within the County of Los Angeles.
• injure and perhaps kill another person in defense of their life or the life of others.
• have split or varied days off.
• work assignments where there is risk of being injured in the performance of their duties.
• deal with people who are hostile, irrational, emotionally distraught, or mentally ill.
• deal with volatile or life threatening situations.
• make appropriate split-second decisions in emergent, highly stressful situations.
• work independently and as a partner or team member with a variety of individuals.
EXAMINATION CONTENT
The examination will consist of a multiple choice test weighted 100%, assessing writing clarity, vocabulary, spelling, writing grammar, reading comprehension, deductive and inductive reasoning, and data interpretation. Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the multiple choice test to be placed on the eligible register. Applicants who fail the test may retake the test once every three (3) months. The multiple-choice test is not reviewable by applicants per Civil Service Rule 7.19.
TEST PREPARATION INFORMATION
There are websites available that have practice tests to help in the preparation of this examination. They are only guides and do not guarantee success in the examination. These sample tests are located at the following sites.
(Download PDF reader)
The Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources website:
https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit
https://apps.hr.lacounty.gov/olt/Test
The Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission website:
https://post.ca.gov/portals/0/post_docs/publications/poWrittenPracticeTest.pdf (Download PDF reader)
REAPPLY PROCEDURE
Applicants who have participated in the examination process for any one of the Law Enforcement Job Family (LEJF) positions and who do not achieve a qualifying score, must wait three (3) months after the date of the failed test to reapply for any of the LEJF examinations. Reapplying continuously will override the existing information and will cause a delay in the processing of the most recent application. Only the most current application will be considered.
RESCHEDULING PROCEDURE
Applicants will be given the opportunity to reschedule the multiple choice test within a three (3) month period from the date of their application.
MULTIPLE CHOICE TEST SCORE
The Security Officer multiple choice test score is valid for twenty-four (24) months.
SCORE TRANSFERS
Applicants who meet the minimum requirements for this position and achieved a qualifying score from one of the following LEJF examinations: Deputy Sheriff Trainee (DST) #J2707Y and #J2707Z, Reserve Deputy Sheriff - Entry Level (RDS) #J9308I, or Custody Assistant (CA) #J2749B and #J2749C, Security Officer (SO) #J2828R, and Security Assistant (SA) #J2827U will have their multiple choice test score transferred to the LEJF position(s) for which they have applied.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
Applications will be processed on an as received basis and candidates will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility, unless they:
• do not appear (DNA) to any scheduled appointment.
• withdraw or refuse the position at any time after the multiple choice test.
• are disqualified during the background investigation.
• are disqualified from the medical or psychological evaluation.
VACANCY INFORMATION
The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
ELECTRONIC CORRESPONDENCE
All correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add the following email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail:
• jcluk@lasd.org
• pmunoz@lasd.org
• swornexamsentrylevel@lasd.org
• ehire@lasd.org
• spsupport@lasd.org
• info@governmentjobs.com
Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is the applicants' responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for a late test administration or re-scheduling.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
COVID-19 VACCINATION
All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following:
• use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.
• use of marijuana with or without a prescription.
Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.
DISQUALIFICATION
The background questions in the Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) are utilized to ensure applicants meet the standards of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail any background question(s) will be disqualified from all Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department examinations for which they applied, and will have to wait a minimum of twelve (12) months from the date of the disqualification to reapply.
LASD HIRING PROCESS
• Application (including SQ)
• Multiple-Choice Test
• Background Investigation
• Psychological and Medical Evaluations
If during the hiring process, the Department determines that one or more components have expired prior to hire, the candidate will be required to complete the expired component(s) again.
PRE-INVESTIGATIVE QUESTIONNAIRE
Candidates will be required to complete a Pre-Investigative Questionnaire that will consist of questions regarding narcotics use, theft, arrest history, domestic violence, and driving history. Examples of disqualifying factors include but are not limited to: failure to appear to scheduled appointments, felony convictions, job related misdemeanor convictions, certain serious traffic convictions or patterns, suspended license, driving under the influence, poor credit or employment history, substance abuse, and active criminal probation.
PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT (PHS)
Candidates will be required to complete a Personal History Statement (PHS). Candidates will be emailed a link with instructions on how to complete and upload the PHS. Candidates are required to submit specific documents (i.e., driver license, social security card, birth/marriage certificate(s), etc.). It is the candidates' responsibility to bring both original documents and copies to their background intake appointment. Department representatives will verify the copies against the original documents, and return all original documents to the candidates.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
A thorough background investigation will be conducted which includes, but is not limited to; discrepancy interviews, a Live Scan (fingerprint search), polygraph examination, law enforcement agency checks, and residence/employment checks. Candidates who complete the background investigation may be selected for the position and will be extended a conditional offer of employment prior to the psychological and medical evaluations.
• Candidates who are disqualified from the background investigation may be ineligible to reapply for any Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department position(s) for a minimum of twelve (12) months.
PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
The psychological evaluation consists of a four (4) hour test. Once candidates have completed the test, they will meet with a psychologist.
• Candidates who do not pass the psychological evaluation will be ineligible to reapply for the position for a minimum of twelve (12) months.
MEDICAL EVALUATION
The medical evaluation assesses physical ability, ensuring capability to participate in the demanding duties of the position.
• Candidates who do not pass the medical evaluation will be ineligible to reapply for the position for a minimum of twelve (12) months.
ACADEMY TRAINING
Successful completion of the mandatory five (5) week Department sponsored in-service training program is required prior to final appointment.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
All applicants are required to submit an online County of Los Angeles Sheriff's Department employment application. All information, including the selection requirements (i.e., age, citizenship, education, and driver license) is subject to verification and their application may be rejected at any time during the selection process. The acceptance of their application depends on whether they have clearly shown that they meet the selection requirements.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE
To apply for this examination, click on the "Apply" button located on the top right corner of the screen. Applications must be submitted electronically by 5:00 pm (PT), on the last day of the application filing period. Applicants will be asked to provide required documents during the background process.
To ensure applicants have the best experience possible, it is recommended that they use a desktop or laptop to apply using the most up-to-date version of Google Chrome, Internet Explorer 11, Microsoft Edge.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES
Applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County for those applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet. Information about library reopening's may be found at Library Reopening – LA County Library.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or a friend's user ID and password may erase an applicant's original application record, and may result in a rejection of your application.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
All applicants must include their social security number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number.
ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 981-5800
Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2922
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
Department Contact Name: Sworn Examinations Unit
Department Contact Phone: (323) 981-5800
Department Contact email: swornexamsentrylevel@lasd.org
For more information on Employment Information, click on the link below.
http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader Show more details...
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT...
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD:
Starting on February 9, 2023, 8:00 A.M. (PT)
EXAM NUMBER:
J2828R
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive
FILING TYPE:
Open Continuous
The application filing period will be open continuous, but may be suspended AT ANY TIME without prior notice AND this examination may reopen as the needs of the service require. It is recommended that you complete your application using a desktop or laptop.
Note that the system also requires email verification for each new email address, which may result in delays in submitting an application. It is recommended that each candidate creates a profile before the filing start date.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS
Positions allocated to this class are non-peace officer positions assigned to provide security in and around County facilities and properties of public agencies contracting Sheriff Department security services. Positions in this class are distinguished from the lower level class of Security Assistant, Sheriff by the requirement to carry a firearm while in the performance of their duties and more extensive knowledge of departmental security techniques, policies and procedures, and the exercise of independent judgment in providing security at both County facilities and other public facilities as designated by the Sheriff. Incumbents must distinguish between circumstances in which counseling, admonition and explanation will serve to maintain a peaceful environment or where the intervention of law enforcement personnel is necessary, and respond to and/or report situations appropriately. Incumbents of this class serve a nine (9) month probationary period during which they receive training in the care and use of firearms, proper firearms safety procedures, and related training in Department regulations and legal limitations on the use of firearms or other forms of force under Section 831 of the Penal Code.
Essential Job Functions
• Works a fixed post or tours the inner/outer perimeter of a facility or campus to detect or prevent individuals or groups from committing acts, which are injurious to others or to property within or around a facility.
• Intervenes to terminate injurious acts, conducts searches of individuals for weapons, illegal devices, or contraband and detains individuals for further investigation or arrest where circumstances and conditions warrant such action.
• Directs visitors to personnel and services within a facility.
• Investigates questionable acts or behavior observed or reported on premises and questions witnesses and suspects to ascertain or verify facts.
• Pursues, apprehends and detains persons observed injuring others or damaging property, and detains suspects pending transportation and booking by local law enforcement agency.
• Participates, with sworn personnel, in securing facilities and conducting searches.
• Intervenes on behalf of lower level security personnel and/or assists them in the absence of a supervisor or sworn personnel.
• Ensures that only authorized employees, vendors or other appropriately identified persons are permitted access to closed or restricted areas and detains unidentified or unauthorized persons.
• Responds to reports of ill or injured visitors or employees and notifies supervisors or other appropriate personnel if additional assistance is necessary.
• Explains and interprets organizational procedures and practices to lower level security personnel.
• Utilizes fixed and hand-held scanning devices to detect unauthorized weapons or devices.
• Monitors alarm systems and electronic surveillance equipment and responds to locally activated fire, burglary or other alarms.
• Relays reports of bomb threats to the appropriate law enforcement jurisdiction and participates in organized searches.
• Reports safety hazards, malfunctioning equipment and other such matters to appropriate personnel.
• Writes daily activity, incident and non-employee injury reports.
• Operates miscellaneous equipment and/or motor vehicles including use of bicycles as required in the conduct of routine patrol or to report to alternate assignment posts in accordance with emergent staffing needs.
• May issue non-moving citations for routine infractions such as parking violations.
• Drives throughout Los Angeles County as needed.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
AGE
Must be 18 years of age at the time of filing.
EDUCATION
Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent high school proficiency or higher education. Evidence of equivalent high school proficiency includes having successfully passed the GED, TASC, HiSET, or CHSPE.
Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by one of the approved organizations listed by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) https://www.naces.org/members or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) http://aice-eval.org. These organizations are private enterprises who charge a fee for their services.
LICENSE
A valid California class "C" driver license is required to perform job-related essential functions. Applicants must possess a current, non-expired California class "C" driver license or above at the time of application.
Out-of-state applicants must have a valid license from the state in which they reside at the time of application and will be required to obtain a California class "C" driver license or above by the time of appointment.
Successful applicants will be required to submit a copy of their valid driver license during the background investigation. License must not be suspended, restricted, or revoked. An applicant's driving record within the past 36 months will be evaluated.
PHYSICAL CLASS
4 - Arduous
Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.
Additional Information
WORK CONDITIONS
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department operates seven days a week, 24-hours a day, and has locations throughout the greater Los Angeles County. Appointees must be willing to:
• work any shift.
• work overtime and consecutive shifts.
• work any day of the year.
• work with people of any race or ethnic group.
• work assignments with co-workers of the opposite sex.
• work in any location within the County of Los Angeles.
• injure and perhaps kill another person in defense of their life or the life of others.
• have split or varied days off.
• work assignments where there is risk of being injured in the performance of their duties.
• deal with people who are hostile, irrational, emotionally distraught, or mentally ill.
• deal with volatile or life threatening situations.
• make appropriate split-second decisions in emergent, highly stressful situations.
• work independently and as a partner or team member with a variety of individuals.
EXAMINATION CONTENT
The examination will consist of a multiple choice test weighted 100%, assessing writing clarity, vocabulary, spelling, writing grammar, reading comprehension, deductive and inductive reasoning, and data interpretation. Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the multiple choice test to be placed on the eligible register. Applicants who fail the test may retake the test once every three (3) months. The multiple-choice test is not reviewable by applicants per Civil Service Rule 7.19.
TEST PREPARATION INFORMATION
There are websites available that have practice tests to help in the preparation of this examination. They are only guides and do not guarantee success in the examination. These sample tests are located at the following sites.
(Download PDF reader)
The Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources website:
https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit
https://apps.hr.lacounty.gov/olt/Test
The Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission website:
https://post.ca.gov/portals/0/post_docs/publications/poWrittenPracticeTest.pdf (Download PDF reader)
REAPPLY PROCEDURE
Applicants who have participated in the examination process for any one of the Law Enforcement Job Family (LEJF) positions and who do not achieve a qualifying score, must wait three (3) months after the date of the failed test to reapply for any of the LEJF examinations. Reapplying continuously will override the existing information and will cause a delay in the processing of the most recent application. Only the most current application will be considered.
RESCHEDULING PROCEDURE
Applicants will be given the opportunity to reschedule the multiple choice test within a three (3) month period from the date of their application.
MULTIPLE CHOICE TEST SCORE
The Security Officer multiple choice test score is valid for twenty-four (24) months.
SCORE TRANSFERS
Applicants who meet the minimum requirements for this position and achieved a qualifying score from one of the following LEJF examinations: Deputy Sheriff Trainee (DST) #J2707Y and #J2707Z, Reserve Deputy Sheriff - Entry Level (RDS) #J9308I, or Custody Assistant (CA) #J2749B and #J2749C, Security Officer (SO) #J2828R, and Security Assistant (SA) #J2827U will have their multiple choice test score transferred to the LEJF position(s) for which they have applied.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
Applications will be processed on an as received basis and candidates will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility, unless they:
• do not appear (DNA) to any scheduled appointment.
• withdraw or refuse the position at any time after the multiple choice test.
• are disqualified during the background investigation.
• are disqualified from the medical or psychological evaluation.
VACANCY INFORMATION
The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
ELECTRONIC CORRESPONDENCE
All correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add the following email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail:
• jcluk@lasd.org
• pmunoz@lasd.org
• swornexamsentrylevel@lasd.org
• ehire@lasd.org
• spsupport@lasd.org
• info@governmentjobs.com
Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is the applicants' responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for a late test administration or re-scheduling.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
COVID-19 VACCINATION
All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following:
• use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.
• use of marijuana with or without a prescription.
Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.
DISQUALIFICATION
The background questions in the Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) are utilized to ensure applicants meet the standards of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail any background question(s) will be disqualified from all Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department examinations for which they applied, and will have to wait a minimum of twelve (12) months from the date of the disqualification to reapply.
LASD HIRING PROCESS
• Application (including SQ)
• Multiple-Choice Test
• Background Investigation
• Psychological and Medical Evaluations
If during the hiring process, the Department determines that one or more components have expired prior to hire, the candidate will be required to complete the expired component(s) again.
PRE-INVESTIGATIVE QUESTIONNAIRE
Candidates will be required to complete a Pre-Investigative Questionnaire that will consist of questions regarding narcotics use, theft, arrest history, domestic violence, and driving history. Examples of disqualifying factors include but are not limited to: failure to appear to scheduled appointments, felony convictions, job related misdemeanor convictions, certain serious traffic convictions or patterns, suspended license, driving under the influence, poor credit or employment history, substance abuse, and active criminal probation.
PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT (PHS)
Candidates will be required to complete a Personal History Statement (PHS). Candidates will be emailed a link with instructions on how to complete and upload the PHS. Candidates are required to submit specific documents (i.e., driver license, social security card, birth/marriage certificate(s), etc.). It is the candidates' responsibility to bring both original documents and copies to their background intake appointment. Department representatives will verify the copies against the original documents, and return all original documents to the candidates.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
A thorough background investigation will be conducted which includes, but is not limited to; discrepancy interviews, a Live Scan (fingerprint search), polygraph examination, law enforcement agency checks, and residence/employment checks. Candidates who complete the background investigation may be selected for the position and will be extended a conditional offer of employment prior to the psychological and medical evaluations.
• Candidates who are disqualified from the background investigation may be ineligible to reapply for any Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department position(s) for a minimum of twelve (12) months.
PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
The psychological evaluation consists of a four (4) hour test. Once candidates have completed the test, they will meet with a psychologist.
• Candidates who do not pass the psychological evaluation will be ineligible to reapply for the position for a minimum of twelve (12) months.
MEDICAL EVALUATION
The medical evaluation assesses physical ability, ensuring capability to participate in the demanding duties of the position.
• Candidates who do not pass the medical evaluation will be ineligible to reapply for the position for a minimum of twelve (12) months.
ACADEMY TRAINING
Successful completion of the mandatory five (5) week Department sponsored in-service training program is required prior to final appointment.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
All applicants are required to submit an online County of Los Angeles Sheriff's Department employment application. All information, including the selection requirements (i.e., age, citizenship, education, and driver license) is subject to verification and their application may be rejected at any time during the selection process. The acceptance of their application depends on whether they have clearly shown that they meet the selection requirements.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE
To apply for this examination, click on the "Apply" button located on the top right corner of the screen. Applications must be submitted electronically by 5:00 pm (PT), on the last day of the application filing period. Applicants will be asked to provide required documents during the background process.
To ensure applicants have the best experience possible, it is recommended that they use a desktop or laptop to apply using the most up-to-date version of Google Chrome, Internet Explorer 11, Microsoft Edge.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES
Applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County for those applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet. Information about library reopening's may be found at Library Reopening – LA County Library.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or a friend's user ID and password may erase an applicant's original application record, and may result in a rejection of your application.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
All applicants must include their social security number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number.
ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 981-5800
Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2922
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
Department Contact Name: Sworn Examinations Unit
Department Contact Phone: (323) 981-5800
Department Contact email: swornexamsentrylevel@lasd.org
For more information on Employment Information, click on the link below.
http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader Show more details...
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