Exam Number
M0830G-R
When to Submit Your Application
We will be accepting online applications from Thursday, July 30, 2026, beginning at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until 5:00 p.m. (PT). Applications must be submitted before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on July 30, 2026, to be considered. This exam may reopen as the needs of the service require.
Type of Recruitment We welcome applications from everyone.
No withhold will be allowed for this examination . Required experience must be fully met at the time of filing and clearly indicated on the application.
Why Work For Us?
With almost 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, with over 100,000 employees in 39 departments, we provide vital and diverse public services like law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, and cultural activities.
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!
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The Opportunity
We are pursuing qualified candidates to fill Principal Analyst, CEO positions within the Chief Executive Office. The position assists the Chief Executive Office to manage the County's administrative, financial affairs, and/or policy priorities under the general direction of a Manager, CEO.
Essential Job Functions
Position Responsibilities
- Leads or supervises a section/project(s) in the Chief Executive Office
- Leads or supervises staff
- Conducts program and organizational reviews as directed by the Board of Supervisors or upper management
- Analyzes and/or reviews the most complex requests for medium to large-size departmental budget units
- Develops and monitors Countywide budgets
- Participates in the Chief Executive Office’s strategic planning
- Prepares and reviews a variety of documents
- Consults other section supervisors/staff, upper management, County departments, and/or external stakeholders
- Represents the Chief Executive Office and assigned section
- Analyzes and develops responses to motions by the Board of Supervisors
- Implements a variety of Board-Directed priorities
Requirements
Requirements to Qualify
Three (3) years of experience analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems in areas such as budget, finance, operations, policy implementation, classification, compensation, capital projects, legislative policy, organization and management, employee relations, risk management, marketing, or asset management at the level of Los Angeles County class of Senior Analyst, CEO* or higher.
Special Requirement Information
* In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Senior Analyst, CEO is defined as working independently to provide professional staff support to the head of an organization including the planning, coordination, direction, and control of various functions.
Note: You may still qualify even if your job title isn’t exactly the same as the ones 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.
Out-of-Class Experience will not be accepted for this examination.
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
Physical Class 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.
Desirable Certifications
The following certifications are desirable but are not required for qualification or final selection for this position:
- Professional Human Resources (PHR), issued by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI)
- Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), issued by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI)
- Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), issued by the International Foundation of Employee Benefits Plans (IFEBP)
- Certified Labor Relations Master (CLRM), formerly Labor Relations Academy Masters Certification , issued by the California Public Employers Labor Relations Association (CALPELRA)
If you have any of the certifications listed above, please include a valid, legible copy with your application. Alternatively, you may email your document(s) to Jasmine Hines at Jhines@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of submitting your application.
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or emailing to the exam analyst.
Additional Information
Our Assessment Process: After we determine that all requirements have been met, we will invite qualified applicants to participate in the following assessments:
Examination Content
Part 1: Multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 75%, assessing:
- Deductive Reasoning
- Analyzing Information
- Empathy
- Sharing Knowledge and Guidance
- Controlling Emotions
- Management Judgment
- Management Potential
- Achievement
- Responsibility
- Willingness to Learn
- Working Relationships
- Learning Quickly
- Generating New Ideas
- Using Time Efficiently
- Working to High Quality Standards
- Adapting to Change
Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part 1 in order to proceed to Part 2 - Writing Assessment.
Part 2: A Writing Assessment, weighted 25%, assessing English Structure and Content, Written Expression, and Prioritizing Information.
Applicants must meet the Requirements to Qualify and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the exam in order to be placed on the eligible list.
Exam Review
Some exam components are not subject to review by candidates. Multiple-choice and/or simulation assessments are not reviewable by candidates per Civil Service Rule 7.19.
Transfer of Test Responses
- If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this exam.
- This examination contains test components that may be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.
Test Preparation
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help with preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.
- Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/ . The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."
- Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ . You can also visit our Los Angeles County Online Assessment Preparation Series webpage at https://lacounty.attract.neogov.com/la-county-online-assessments-prep- series for information about common online assessment types, sample questions, and test-taking tips.
Eligibility and Vacancy Information
Applicants who passed all assessment(s) will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies within the Chief Executive Office’s as they occur.
Selection Certification
In accordance with TITLE 5 - PERSONNEL, APPENDIX 1 (Civil Service Rule 11.03) of the Los Angeles County Code, from those who pass the examination, we may establish secondary list(s) targeting specialized skills and experience in the following areas:
- Asset Management
- Budget and Finance
- Classification and Compensation
- Contracts
- Employee Relations
- Human Resources Operations
- Poverty Alleviation and/or Service Integration
- Research
Important Note: Applicants are required to respond to all supplemental questions during the application process. Be sure to provide detailed and accurate responses to all questions. The questions are designed to elicit information to confirm the applicant qualifies not only for the position itself, but also for placement on any Selective Certification lists. The experience claimed in the supplemental questions must be consistent with the information provided under the Work Experience section of the application. To provide the best responses, applicants should allow at least one (1) hour to complete the application and supplemental questionnaire.
How to Apply
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
- JHines@hr.lacounty.gov
- info@governmentjobs.com
- talentcentral@shl.com
- noreply@proctoru.com
- donot-reply@amcatmail.com
New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.
Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
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.
For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county.
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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.
Testing Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
Testing Accommodations Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov
Testing Accommodations Phone: (213) 441-3150
Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us:
Department Contact Name: Jasmine Hines
Department Contact Phone: (213) 433-3482
Department Contact Email: JHines@hr.lacounty.gov
Exam Number: M0830G-R
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Closing Date/Time: 7/30/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Los Angeles County
(800) 970-5478Start Your Career with Los Angeles County
With a population of more than 10 million people and 88 cities, Los Angeles County has more residents than any county in the nation.
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 100,000 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.
As one of the Top 10 Government Services Employers, as named by Forbes Magazine, the County of Los Angeles provides those committed to a career in public service with boundless opportunities, a platform for professional and personal growth and the ability to truly make a difference in people's lives.
A career with the County means you will have the chance to be a part of building and providing services for an amazingly diverse population of citizens. From helping families in need to fighting fires to keeping our beaches clean, the County of Los Angeles provides an environment where you can touch and enrich lives everyday.
A career path in the County is truly that – a path. Many of those in our County family begin and end their careers here in two very different places. You may start out as an Administrative Assistant in Public Works and find yourself a few years later as a Manager in the Department of Community and Senior Services. While many County employees remain on the same career path in one department for their entire careers, others move between departments or take advantage of training and other opportunities to find new careers within the County.
The path you take is up to you. As a Los Angeles County employee, the opportunities – and the possibilities - are limitless.
Flexible Work Schedules
Depending on the requirements of their department and position, some employees may have the option to craft a work schedule that accomplishes their mission, while providing flexibility, including 4/40 workweeks and other options.
Your Choice of Locations
From the harbor at Marina del Rey to the forests of the Antelope Valley, big cities, small municipalities and rural communities – there are opportunities to work for the County wherever you roam and wherever you call home.
Job Security
The County of Los Angeles is committed to providing our permanent employees with long-term employment and dependable benefits. It's a lasting career with an employer who is committed to your success.
Career Development
The County encourages all employees to take advantage of the many training and development opportunities available.
Outstanding Benefits
The County offers its employees one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation.
Diversity
Integrity and respect lie at the heart of our Equity Policy and reflect our Mission, Vision, and Values.
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