LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information REBULLETIN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS REPOSTING TO ADD VACCINE INFORMATION AND UPDATE CONTACT INFORMATION. EXAM NUMBER R1138D-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY 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. Named on Forbes' 2019 list of "America's Best Employers," we offer broad career growth, outstanding benefits, and competitive salaries. Ready to join the County team? We are accepting applications starting Thursday, April 22, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. (PT) This examination will remain open 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. For information about the specific classification standards for this position, please visit the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1065351?keywords=intermediate%20clerk%20&pagetype=classSpecifications We seek individuals that: are highly dedicated and committed to their work and interact and work well in a team environment. exhibit proactive and positive attitude and have strong interpersonal relations. have outstanding work ethic and are able to achieve results consistent with interpersonal goals and objectives. are driven and goal-oriented with a strong desire to succeed. Essential Job Functions Some of the responsibilities of this position are: Processes documents according to established procedures; examples include reports, charts, tables and lists, bills, receipts, statements, case files, permits, licenses, and notices. Reviews documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with legal and other requirements. Answers questions and provides information to the public concerning regulations, procedures, forms, applications, programs and services, and permit requests. Maintains records requiring specialized knowledge and judgment in the selection, compilation or computation of data; examples include cost records and distribution and control ledgers which can be posted without extensive knowledge of bookkeeping. Compares or segregates documents where specialized knowledge of the function and more than a routine check for completeness and accuracy is involved. Utilizes office- machines such as computers or terminals, copiers, scanners, or calculators incidental to the performance of other duties. Searches records and files for data where judgment and discrimination are required in selecting or abstracting materials. Indexes and cross-references records and files. Sorts, arranges and files documents and publications; retrieves and issues filed materials. Calculates amounts due, collects fees, and issues receipts. Requests, receives, stores, inventories, and issues office supplies, and maintains related records. Receives, sorts and distributes mail. Serve as a receptionist or counter clerk as needed. Requirements Selection Requirements: Completion of Department of Human Resources Youth Worker (CYBP/CORE) program*. Special Requirements: *Applicants must have held or hold the payroll title of Youth Worker and have worked 40 hours a week for one year in the Countywide Youth Bridges Program. Withhold Information: No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met and indicated on the application by the last day of filing. License: 2 - Light. 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: The job requires light physical effort which may include considerable walking, occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we verify that you meet the selection requirement, we will invite you to take an assessment of the proficiencies required for this job. This examination will consist of a multiple-choice test weighted 100% measuring: Customer Focus Learning Potential Responsibility Working with Information Numerical Calculation Verbal Ability All 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 jcheung@hr.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , noreply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the multiple-choice test in order to be placed on the eligible register. TRANSFER OF TEST RESPONSES: Applicants that have taken identical test questions recently for other exams will have their test responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test questions that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. The multiple-choice test is not reviewable by candidates per Civil Service Rule 7.19. Multiple choice test scores cannot be given over the phone. Practice Test Resources: The Department of Human Resources (DHR) offers an interactive and free online test preparation system. We recommend that you visit this website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/Job-Search-Toolkit . You can also access additional test preparation materials by going to http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html. While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and 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. Vacancy Information: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout Los Angeles County as they occur. Available Shift: Any Application and Filing Information : HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted online only. We will start receiving applications starting April 22, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance 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. Any additional documents, if any, must be received at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of application filing. Note: If you are unable to attach documentation to your online application, you may email it to sstewart@hr.lacounty.gov. Please ensure to reference your attachment by writing your full name, examination title, and examination number on the subject of your email. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements. Fill out your application completely including the required Supplemental Questions detailing experience relating to 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 is incomplete, it will be rejected. Important: - 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. TESTING ACCOMMODATION: If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodation Coordinator at TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. 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 applications 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: For candidates 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. Fair Chance Initiative : We are 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. We 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 incident(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). 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. Any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer! How to Contact Us: Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: James Cheung Department Contact Phone: (213) 738 -2361 Department Contact Email: jcheung@hr.lacounty.gov Exam Number: R1138D-R Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Position/Program Information REBULLETIN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS REPOSTING TO ADD VACCINE INFORMATION AND UPDATE CONTACT INFORMATION. EXAM NUMBER R1138D-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY 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. Named on Forbes' 2019 list of "America's Best Employers," we offer broad career growth, outstanding benefits, and competitive salaries. Ready to join the County team? We are accepting applications starting Thursday, April 22, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. (PT) This examination will remain open 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. For information about the specific classification standards for this position, please visit the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1065351?keywords=intermediate%20clerk%20&pagetype=classSpecifications We seek individuals that: are highly dedicated and committed to their work and interact and work well in a team environment. exhibit proactive and positive attitude and have strong interpersonal relations. have outstanding work ethic and are able to achieve results consistent with interpersonal goals and objectives. are driven and goal-oriented with a strong desire to succeed. Essential Job Functions Some of the responsibilities of this position are: Processes documents according to established procedures; examples include reports, charts, tables and lists, bills, receipts, statements, case files, permits, licenses, and notices. Reviews documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with legal and other requirements. Answers questions and provides information to the public concerning regulations, procedures, forms, applications, programs and services, and permit requests. Maintains records requiring specialized knowledge and judgment in the selection, compilation or computation of data; examples include cost records and distribution and control ledgers which can be posted without extensive knowledge of bookkeeping. Compares or segregates documents where specialized knowledge of the function and more than a routine check for completeness and accuracy is involved. Utilizes office- machines such as computers or terminals, copiers, scanners, or calculators incidental to the performance of other duties. Searches records and files for data where judgment and discrimination are required in selecting or abstracting materials. Indexes and cross-references records and files. Sorts, arranges and files documents and publications; retrieves and issues filed materials. Calculates amounts due, collects fees, and issues receipts. Requests, receives, stores, inventories, and issues office supplies, and maintains related records. Receives, sorts and distributes mail. Serve as a receptionist or counter clerk as needed. Requirements Selection Requirements: Completion of Department of Human Resources Youth Worker (CYBP/CORE) program*. Special Requirements: *Applicants must have held or hold the payroll title of Youth Worker and have worked 40 hours a week for one year in the Countywide Youth Bridges Program. Withhold Information: No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met and indicated on the application by the last day of filing. License: 2 - Light. 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: The job requires light physical effort which may include considerable walking, occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we verify that you meet the selection requirement, we will invite you to take an assessment of the proficiencies required for this job. This examination will consist of a multiple-choice test weighted 100% measuring: Customer Focus Learning Potential Responsibility Working with Information Numerical Calculation Verbal Ability All 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 jcheung@hr.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , noreply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the multiple-choice test in order to be placed on the eligible register. TRANSFER OF TEST RESPONSES: Applicants that have taken identical test questions recently for other exams will have their test responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test questions that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. The multiple-choice test is not reviewable by candidates per Civil Service Rule 7.19. Multiple choice test scores cannot be given over the phone. Practice Test Resources: The Department of Human Resources (DHR) offers an interactive and free online test preparation system. We recommend that you visit this website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/Job-Search-Toolkit . You can also access additional test preparation materials by going to http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html. While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and 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. Vacancy Information: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout Los Angeles County as they occur. Available Shift: Any Application and Filing Information : HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted online only. We will start receiving applications starting April 22, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance 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. Any additional documents, if any, must be received at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of application filing. Note: If you are unable to attach documentation to your online application, you may email it to sstewart@hr.lacounty.gov. Please ensure to reference your attachment by writing your full name, examination title, and examination number on the subject of your email. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements. Fill out your application completely including the required Supplemental Questions detailing experience relating to 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 is incomplete, it will be rejected. Important: - 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. TESTING ACCOMMODATION: If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodation Coordinator at TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. 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 applications 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: For candidates 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. Fair Chance Initiative : We are 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. We 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 incident(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). 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. Any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer! How to Contact Us: Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: James Cheung Department Contact Phone: (213) 738 -2361 Department Contact Email: jcheung@hr.lacounty.gov Exam Number: R1138D-R Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
City of Los Angeles
City Of Los Angeles, California, United States
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $55,499 to $81,139 NOTE : Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. An Accounting Clerk performs difficult and responsible clerical accounting work in the review, preparation, processing, reconciliation, and maintenance of accounting records and reports, or payroll and time keeping documents; processing and monitoring of invoice payments, and personal services contract invoice payments; may perform cashiering duties; or may act as a lead person in the performance of such work. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) Two years of full-time paid office clerical experience, including one year of full-time paid clerical accounting work. Successful completion of 6 semester or 9 quarter units in bookkeeping or accounting from an accredited trade school, college or university may be substituted for a maximum of six months of the above required experience. PROCESS NOTES Applicants who lack six months or less of the required experience may file for this examination. However, they cannot be appointed until the full experience requirement is met.Applicants wishing to substitute completion of 6 semester or 9 quarter units in bookkeeping or accounting for experience must list their school name and location, appropriate course titles, their respective number of semester or quarter units, and completion dates for each course claimed as qualifying in the Supplemental Questions section of the on-line application. Applicants who fail to provide this information on their application will not be considered further in this examination.Applicants must list their clerical accounting experience, including the percentage of time spent performing these duties, separately in the Supplemental Questions Section of the on-line application. Applicants who fail to provide this information on their application will not be considered further in this examination.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at http://per.lacity.org/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf .Candidates completing the examination process that are substituting experience with education will be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of completion of qualifying coursework. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their transcripts (annotated with bookkeeping or accounting courses, credit earned, and grade received) in the Attachments section of the on-line application at thetime of filing.Retail cashiering does not qualify as clerical accounting experience. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity . NOTE : Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter. Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed below: Filing Period 1: From Friday, August 18, 2023 to Thursday, August 31, 2023 Filing Period 2: From Friday, August 23, 2024 to Thursday, September 5, 2024 The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Filing periods may change without prior notice or additional dates may be added, as needed, at a later date. For administrative purposes, filing will close periodically and reopen on the dates noted in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Los Angeles City Promotional applicants who meet the minimum requirements. You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to apply for this examination as a promotional candidate; 2) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles on a part-time or exempt basis who meet the minimum requirements; 3) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applicants not selected to be tested may re apply in a subsequent filing period in order to be considered for that period’s selection process. SELECTION PROCESS Examination Weight: Multiple-Choice Test . . . . . . . . 100% The examination will consist entirely of a multiple-choice test administered and proctored on-line. In the on-line multiple-choice test, the following competencies may be evaluated: Reading Comprehension; Mathematics; Judgment and Decision Making; Attention to Detail; Interpersonal Skills; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: fundamental accounting and bookkeeping concepts and practices; basic accounting documentation, including their purpose, contents, and the proper manner in which they should be completed; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities. Additional information can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Accounting Clerk. The multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test from a remote location (i.e., their home) using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the multiple-choice test on-line. Candidates who do not complete and submit the remote proctored multiple-choice test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time will not be considered further in this examination. For candidates who apply during Filing Period 1, it is anticipated that the remote proctored multiple-choice test will be administered between TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2023 and MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2023 . For candidates who apply during Filing Period 2, it is anticipated that the remote proctored multiple-choice test will be administered between WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2024 and TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2024 . FAQs for on-line testing are available at https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html. Due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements, only candidates who demonstrate a hardship may be offered the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility. NOTES: This examination is based on a validation study, and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate inspection.As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.A final average score of 70% or higher is required to be placed on the eligible list.In conjunction with Civil Service Rules, applicants who have received a regular appointment to a City position or are on a reserve list will be considered Promotional candidates while all other applicants will be considered Open candidates.The promotional list will ordinarily be used ahead of the open competitive list. However, if open competitive candidates receive a higher score, without military credits, than the highest available promotional candidate, after adding seniority credit at the rate of 0.25 of a point for each year of continuous classified City service, the Civil Service Commission, upon request of the appointing authority, may approve certification of such open competitive candidates ahead of the promotional candidates.In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22, and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.You may take the Accounting Clerk multiple-choice test only once every 24 months under this bulletin. If you have taken the Accounting Clerk multiple-choice test during an open filing period in the Personnel Department within the last 24 months, you may not file for this examination at this time.Your rank on the employment list may change as candidates from other administrations of the examination are merged onto one list.For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf. Notice : If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers. THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN BOTH ON AN INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL AND OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees: http://per.lacity.org/bens/index.html Closing Date/Time:
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $55,499 to $81,139 NOTE : Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. An Accounting Clerk performs difficult and responsible clerical accounting work in the review, preparation, processing, reconciliation, and maintenance of accounting records and reports, or payroll and time keeping documents; processing and monitoring of invoice payments, and personal services contract invoice payments; may perform cashiering duties; or may act as a lead person in the performance of such work. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) Two years of full-time paid office clerical experience, including one year of full-time paid clerical accounting work. Successful completion of 6 semester or 9 quarter units in bookkeeping or accounting from an accredited trade school, college or university may be substituted for a maximum of six months of the above required experience. PROCESS NOTES Applicants who lack six months or less of the required experience may file for this examination. However, they cannot be appointed until the full experience requirement is met.Applicants wishing to substitute completion of 6 semester or 9 quarter units in bookkeeping or accounting for experience must list their school name and location, appropriate course titles, their respective number of semester or quarter units, and completion dates for each course claimed as qualifying in the Supplemental Questions section of the on-line application. Applicants who fail to provide this information on their application will not be considered further in this examination.Applicants must list their clerical accounting experience, including the percentage of time spent performing these duties, separately in the Supplemental Questions Section of the on-line application. Applicants who fail to provide this information on their application will not be considered further in this examination.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at http://per.lacity.org/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf .Candidates completing the examination process that are substituting experience with education will be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of completion of qualifying coursework. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their transcripts (annotated with bookkeeping or accounting courses, credit earned, and grade received) in the Attachments section of the on-line application at thetime of filing.Retail cashiering does not qualify as clerical accounting experience. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity . NOTE : Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter. Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed below: Filing Period 1: From Friday, August 18, 2023 to Thursday, August 31, 2023 Filing Period 2: From Friday, August 23, 2024 to Thursday, September 5, 2024 The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Filing periods may change without prior notice or additional dates may be added, as needed, at a later date. For administrative purposes, filing will close periodically and reopen on the dates noted in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Los Angeles City Promotional applicants who meet the minimum requirements. You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to apply for this examination as a promotional candidate; 2) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles on a part-time or exempt basis who meet the minimum requirements; 3) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applicants not selected to be tested may re apply in a subsequent filing period in order to be considered for that period’s selection process. SELECTION PROCESS Examination Weight: Multiple-Choice Test . . . . . . . . 100% The examination will consist entirely of a multiple-choice test administered and proctored on-line. In the on-line multiple-choice test, the following competencies may be evaluated: Reading Comprehension; Mathematics; Judgment and Decision Making; Attention to Detail; Interpersonal Skills; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: fundamental accounting and bookkeeping concepts and practices; basic accounting documentation, including their purpose, contents, and the proper manner in which they should be completed; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities. Additional information can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Accounting Clerk. The multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test from a remote location (i.e., their home) using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the multiple-choice test on-line. Candidates who do not complete and submit the remote proctored multiple-choice test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time will not be considered further in this examination. For candidates who apply during Filing Period 1, it is anticipated that the remote proctored multiple-choice test will be administered between TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2023 and MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2023 . For candidates who apply during Filing Period 2, it is anticipated that the remote proctored multiple-choice test will be administered between WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2024 and TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2024 . FAQs for on-line testing are available at https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html. Due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements, only candidates who demonstrate a hardship may be offered the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility. NOTES: This examination is based on a validation study, and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate inspection.As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.A final average score of 70% or higher is required to be placed on the eligible list.In conjunction with Civil Service Rules, applicants who have received a regular appointment to a City position or are on a reserve list will be considered Promotional candidates while all other applicants will be considered Open candidates.The promotional list will ordinarily be used ahead of the open competitive list. However, if open competitive candidates receive a higher score, without military credits, than the highest available promotional candidate, after adding seniority credit at the rate of 0.25 of a point for each year of continuous classified City service, the Civil Service Commission, upon request of the appointing authority, may approve certification of such open competitive candidates ahead of the promotional candidates.In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22, and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.You may take the Accounting Clerk multiple-choice test only once every 24 months under this bulletin. If you have taken the Accounting Clerk multiple-choice test during an open filing period in the Personnel Department within the last 24 months, you may not file for this examination at this time.Your rank on the employment list may change as candidates from other administrations of the examination are merged onto one list.For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf. Notice : If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers. THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN BOTH ON AN INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL AND OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees: http://per.lacity.org/bens/index.html Closing Date/Time: