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Job Description
Position/Program Information
DEPARTMENT:
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive - Emergency
FILING DATES
Applications will be accepted from Monday, May 18, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT), until Friday, May 22, 2026, 5:00 p.m., (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Friday May 22, 2026, to be accepted.
EXAM NUMBER
44229F-HE
The LA County Department of Public Social Services has the authorization of Hiring as an Emergency under Civil Service Rule 13.04 on a limited and temporary basis. This action supports a time-sensitive, Board-directed workforce initiative requiring immediate staffing action to maintain continuity of critical public services.
We are looking for qualified and committed individuals to help strengthen the County workforce and ensure residents continue to receive critical support. If you are looking for a new opportunity where your work will make an immediate impact, this may be the role for you.
The Department of Public Social Services is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Contract Program Monitor vacancies.
Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.
During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.
Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Contract Program Monitor .
Essential Job Functions
Duties and Responsibilities:
Monitors, audits and evaluates services provided by contractors.
Makes on-site visits to conduct detailed technical inspections of services provided by contractors and to evaluate all areas of contracted services.
Prepares inspection reports of contracted services which include fees for services.
Investigates any potential problem areas and recommends a resolution.
Acts as primary contact person with contractors.
Maintains liaison with user departments for all power equipment services.
Maintains, interprets and summarizes statistical records of contractor activities according to established procedures.
Reports regularly to management regarding the quality, efficiency, effectiveness and cost of the contractor's work and services.
Requirements
Requirements to Qualify
Option 1:
One year (1) of experience* at the level of an Administrative Assistant III**.
Option 2:
Two years (2) of experience* in a contract environment*** at the level of Administrative Assistant II****.
You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.
Special Requirement Information
*You may still qualify even if your job title isn’t the same as the one(s) listed. What matters is that your experience is at a similar level - meaning your job involves similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.
**Administrative Assistant III: Defines and independently analyzes and makes recommendations for the solution of highly complex operating, budgetary and financing, and other management problems of a county department, and participates in the implementation of their solution.
***Contract Environment: An environment where staff is involved in contract preparation, development, solicitation, administration, and the monitoring of contracted services.
****Administrative Assistant II: Analyzes and makes recommendations for the solution of a variety of problems of organization, budget, systems and procedures, program, facilities planning, general management, and personnel.
For more information, please view the classification specification: Administrative Assistant III , Contract Program Monitor , Administrative Assistant II .
License
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Physical
Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
Additional Information
Examination Content:
During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
Application and Filing Information:
Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.
Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add the following email addresses to your list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail:- ExamsUnit@dpss.lacounty.gov
- RomeoTeves@dpss.lacounty.gov
- info@governmentjobs.com
- donot-reply@amcatmail.com
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Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty ; you can verify at any time by logging in and following the
prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
Social Security Number
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries
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.
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 Public Social Services 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.
Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
Questions regarding this posting may be emailed, with the exam name, Contract Program Monitor-Emergency Appointment and exam number, 44229F-HE in the subject line, to ExamsUnit@dpss.lacounty.gov .
Department Contact Name(s): Romeo Teves
Department Contact Email: ExamsUnit@dpss.lacounty.gov
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Closing Date/Time: 5/22/2026 5:00 PM Pacific -
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