Introduction This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full-time District Attorney Investigator II opportunity in the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. District Attorney Investigator II is the journey level District Attorney Investigator. Incumbents conduct difficult investigations assigned to the District Attorney's Office. Work is performed with considerable independence, may involve an element of personal danger, and may entail long hours of work at unusual times of the day or night. Effective July 1, 2024, employees shall receive a base wage increase of 2.5%. Effective June 30, 2025, employees shall receive a base wage increase of 4%. Employees of the District Attorney Investigator series are statutory full-time peace officers and have a duty to act upon criminal violations occurring in their presence. Employees are peace officers as defined by Section 830.1 of the Penal Code. ****P.O.S.T Pay Supplements**** Each pay period, employees will receive the highest of the following supplements for which they qualify: For employees in this unit on or before January 10, 2012: Intermediate POST 3% Advanced POST 11% Advanced POST with 15 years of County Service 12.5% Advanced POST with 24 years of County Service 15% Up to 14 years of full time POST certified law enforcement experience from other California law enforcement agencies may be used to qualify for the 24 years of San Joaquin County service supplement. For employees in this unit after January 10, 2012: Intermediate POST 3% Advanced POST 11% Advanced POST with 15 years of County Service 12.5% Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible candidate has passed the drug screen, physical and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Conducts investigations of civil and criminal matters such consumer and welfare fraud, misconduct of public officials, homicides, embezzlement, suspected violations of corporate security laws and mental health matters; conducts investigations requested by the Grand Jury; and investigates failure to provide cases. Interviews and interrogates accused or suspected individuals and witnesses; examines court, police, public and governmental records needed for investigations; records and evaluates information obtained. Inspects crime scenes to locate, identify, assemble, preserve, record and evaluate information. Establishes and maintains contact with informants; gathers intelligence information concerning alleged criminal activities. Assembles and prepares evidence for presentation in court; assists attorneys in court; gives testimony in court. Analyzes and evaluates the results of investigations in light of recent court decisions; reviews reports of other law enforcement agencies to determine if all investigative avenues have been explored; detects defenses which may have been overlooked. Makes oral and written reports. Serves legal papers such as subpoenas, warrants and summonses; serves and executes extradition papers. Assists in coordinating the investigative activities of the District Attorney's Office with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. Negotiates and arranges for repayment of fraudulently obtained funds. As assigned, acts in mutual aid situations, which may include active law enforcement duties; makes arrests; works in an undercover capacity. May supervise others. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Experience : One year of experience equivalent to a District Attorney Investigator I in San Joaquin County service. OR II Experience : Five years of experience as a peace officer in a public law enforcement agency including two years performing felony investigations in an investigative unit. Substitution : Completion of 60 semester units in police science, criminology, sociology, psychology, or closely related curriculum may be substituted for the required general law enforcement experience on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years. License : Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Certificates : Possession of an Intermediate P.O.S.T. Certificate (or proof of eligibility for such certificate) including or supplemented by successful completion of approved courses in Powers of Arrest and use of firearms in accordance with Penal Code Section 832. Such courses must have been approved by the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards. KNOWLEDGE Techniques, methods, and procedures used in crime detection and criminal investigations; rules of evidence, arrest and court procedures; interviewing techniques and procedures; civil and criminal laws and ordinances in effect in the County; techniques of securing, evaluating, and preparing evidence and exhibits for trial; search and seizure; service of legal papers; legal rights of citizens; firearms safety. ABILITY Gather, assemble, analyze, and evaluate facts and evidence; interpret and apply applicable legal provisions; obtain information through interrogations and observations; draw logical conclusions and make proper recommendations; analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action; prepares comprehensive reports on investigations; learn to operate specialized investigative equipment; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other investigators, law enforcement officials, the public and others. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Safety Retirement : Employees in the classification of DA Investigator I or II are Safety Members in the San Joaquin County Retirement System. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : Depending on date of hire into the unit, employees earn either 10 or 14 holidays per year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member; 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Bilingual Pay : Each employee who is designated by the appointing authority and approved by the County Administrator and who has passed a bilingual proficiency examination administered by the Human Resources Division shall receive a bi-weekly supplement of $50. Standby Pay : Employees designated by appointing authority to be in standby status are compensated at 20% of their regular hourly rate. Employees in the District Attorney Investigator series designated to the rotation of standby duty for purposes of implementing the Officer Involved Critical Incident Protocol shall regularly be assigned a take-home County vehicle in lieu of standby pay for as long as the Protocol exists. P.O.S.T. Pay : Employees who hold an Intermediate POST Certificate and do not possess an Advanced POST certificate shall be compensated at a bi-weekly dollar amount of $84.80. Employees who possess an Adnvanced POST Certificate shall be compensated at a bi-weekly dollar amount of $283.20. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at Dameron Hospital at no cost to the employee. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Introduction This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full-time District Attorney Investigator II opportunity in the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. District Attorney Investigator II is the journey level District Attorney Investigator. Incumbents conduct difficult investigations assigned to the District Attorney's Office. Work is performed with considerable independence, may involve an element of personal danger, and may entail long hours of work at unusual times of the day or night. Effective July 1, 2024, employees shall receive a base wage increase of 2.5%. Effective June 30, 2025, employees shall receive a base wage increase of 4%. Employees of the District Attorney Investigator series are statutory full-time peace officers and have a duty to act upon criminal violations occurring in their presence. Employees are peace officers as defined by Section 830.1 of the Penal Code. ****P.O.S.T Pay Supplements**** Each pay period, employees will receive the highest of the following supplements for which they qualify: For employees in this unit on or before January 10, 2012: Intermediate POST 3% Advanced POST 11% Advanced POST with 15 years of County Service 12.5% Advanced POST with 24 years of County Service 15% Up to 14 years of full time POST certified law enforcement experience from other California law enforcement agencies may be used to qualify for the 24 years of San Joaquin County service supplement. For employees in this unit after January 10, 2012: Intermediate POST 3% Advanced POST 11% Advanced POST with 15 years of County Service 12.5% Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible candidate has passed the drug screen, physical and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Conducts investigations of civil and criminal matters such consumer and welfare fraud, misconduct of public officials, homicides, embezzlement, suspected violations of corporate security laws and mental health matters; conducts investigations requested by the Grand Jury; and investigates failure to provide cases. Interviews and interrogates accused or suspected individuals and witnesses; examines court, police, public and governmental records needed for investigations; records and evaluates information obtained. Inspects crime scenes to locate, identify, assemble, preserve, record and evaluate information. Establishes and maintains contact with informants; gathers intelligence information concerning alleged criminal activities. Assembles and prepares evidence for presentation in court; assists attorneys in court; gives testimony in court. Analyzes and evaluates the results of investigations in light of recent court decisions; reviews reports of other law enforcement agencies to determine if all investigative avenues have been explored; detects defenses which may have been overlooked. Makes oral and written reports. Serves legal papers such as subpoenas, warrants and summonses; serves and executes extradition papers. Assists in coordinating the investigative activities of the District Attorney's Office with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. Negotiates and arranges for repayment of fraudulently obtained funds. As assigned, acts in mutual aid situations, which may include active law enforcement duties; makes arrests; works in an undercover capacity. May supervise others. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Experience : One year of experience equivalent to a District Attorney Investigator I in San Joaquin County service. OR II Experience : Five years of experience as a peace officer in a public law enforcement agency including two years performing felony investigations in an investigative unit. Substitution : Completion of 60 semester units in police science, criminology, sociology, psychology, or closely related curriculum may be substituted for the required general law enforcement experience on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years. License : Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Certificates : Possession of an Intermediate P.O.S.T. Certificate (or proof of eligibility for such certificate) including or supplemented by successful completion of approved courses in Powers of Arrest and use of firearms in accordance with Penal Code Section 832. Such courses must have been approved by the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards. KNOWLEDGE Techniques, methods, and procedures used in crime detection and criminal investigations; rules of evidence, arrest and court procedures; interviewing techniques and procedures; civil and criminal laws and ordinances in effect in the County; techniques of securing, evaluating, and preparing evidence and exhibits for trial; search and seizure; service of legal papers; legal rights of citizens; firearms safety. ABILITY Gather, assemble, analyze, and evaluate facts and evidence; interpret and apply applicable legal provisions; obtain information through interrogations and observations; draw logical conclusions and make proper recommendations; analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action; prepares comprehensive reports on investigations; learn to operate specialized investigative equipment; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other investigators, law enforcement officials, the public and others. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Safety Retirement : Employees in the classification of DA Investigator I or II are Safety Members in the San Joaquin County Retirement System. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : Depending on date of hire into the unit, employees earn either 10 or 14 holidays per year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member; 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Bilingual Pay : Each employee who is designated by the appointing authority and approved by the County Administrator and who has passed a bilingual proficiency examination administered by the Human Resources Division shall receive a bi-weekly supplement of $50. Standby Pay : Employees designated by appointing authority to be in standby status are compensated at 20% of their regular hourly rate. Employees in the District Attorney Investigator series designated to the rotation of standby duty for purposes of implementing the Officer Involved Critical Incident Protocol shall regularly be assigned a take-home County vehicle in lieu of standby pay for as long as the Protocol exists. P.O.S.T. Pay : Employees who hold an Intermediate POST Certificate and do not possess an Advanced POST certificate shall be compensated at a bi-weekly dollar amount of $84.80. Employees who possess an Adnvanced POST Certificate shall be compensated at a bi-weekly dollar amount of $283.20. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at Dameron Hospital at no cost to the employee. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Santa Cruz County, CA
Santa Cruz, California, United States
Introduction County of Santa Cruz INVITES YOU TO APPLY FOR WELFARE FRAUD INVESTIGATOR II To view the full job announcement: Click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 31, 2024
Full Time
Introduction County of Santa Cruz INVITES YOU TO APPLY FOR WELFARE FRAUD INVESTIGATOR II To view the full job announcement: Click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information Exam Number JC3060A-R Type of Recruitment OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY When to Submit Your Application: The application filing period will begin on Tuesday, April 23 , 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) and will close on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 by 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). Applications received after 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) will not be considered. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Who We Are The County of Los Angeles is the largest employer in Southern California with over 112,000 employees across 36 departments and an operating budget of $36 billion. The County provides vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. The Opportunity The Justice, Care, and Opportunities Department (JCOD) seeks highly-qualified and motivated individuals to fill Justice Program Analyst positions. The Justice Program Analyst will perform critical work on behalf of the Department. Where you will work At the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration, 500 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, adjacent to Grand Park, and accessible to various forms of public transportation. A hybrid work schedule that allows for partial telework and partial onsite presence may be available for some positions but is not guaranteed. Essential Job Functions Position Responsibilities Collects, analyzes, interprets, evaluates and prepares reports on information about technical and complex issues, programs or initiatives (e.g. research reports, policy recommendations, grant applications, budget reports, survey results, focus group data, legislation, laws, County code, State/Federal regulations, client background, service referrals) that serve justice impacted individuals. Interviews clients in custodial settings to facilitate various court and service provider efforts of identifying client background risk factor and service needs that may impact a judicial decision or client wellbeing, while attempting to seek client concurrence in accepting available services and generating services linkages if services were to be accepted. Reviews research compiled by others for quality assurance and/or research clients by identifying, locating, and extracting relevant client background data (e.g., by interviewing, searching databases, etc.) from varied sources to formulate various reports and support recommendations to internal/external partners in the processing of justice involved clients. Helps design and implement program components (e.g., statements of work, outreach materials, stakeholder engagement, training, budget, performance measures). Monitors and evaluates the performance of programs and initiatives that serve justice impacted individuals. Prepares a variety of documents (e.g., presentations, reports, training / outreach materials, board correspondence) for internal and internal uses. Serves as a subject matter expert to various internal and external stakeholders (e.g., administration; program-related staff; stakeholder groups). Serves as a liaison to various internal and external stakeholders (e.g., administration; program-related staff; stakeholder groups). Investigates various general inquiries (e.g., complaints, contracts, grants, grievances, audits) related to programs and initiatives that serve justice impacted individuals. Monitors and adheres to project plans and delivery schedules. Reviews research compiled by others for accuracy and quality assurance to further help formulate and support client related recommendations to internal and external justice partners and service providers. Confers with a variety of individuals (e.g., supervisors, vendors, justice partners, client family members, representatives of external agencies/organizations) when gathering information, participating in meetings, training, mediating disputes, making presentations, providing outreach services / advice and/or consultation services, etc. to communicate information, share ideas, present recommended solutions, gain agreement and coordinate activities. Act as a team lead, assist with training and provide input to supervision regarding the development and revision of training manuals as needed. Requirements Requirements to Qualify Option I: A Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited institution** in a discipline related to the core business function of the department -AND- two years of experience at the level of Justice Program Associate*** or equivalent item performing assignments in health, social services, or justice program analysis. A Master's Degree* or higher from an accredited institution** in a discipline related to the core business function of the department may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Option II: Four years of experience performing assignments in health, social services, or justice program analysis, two years of which must have been at the level of Justice Program Associate*** or an equivalent item. Option III : Graduation from an accredited college** with a Bachelor's Degree* in criminal justice; judicial or public administration; behavioral or social science -AND- two years’ experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Investigator Aid, Probation**** organizing and assigning work as a team leader over a group of Investigator Aids -or- three years' experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Investigator Aid, Probation*****. Two additional years of experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree*. Option IV: Two years’ experience at the level of Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation******. License : A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class : 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 receive credit for a degree, you MUST attach a legible copy of your "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing (preferred), or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email estranger@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number in the subject of your email. **Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. NOTE: For the purposes of this recruitment, fields of study that are to be considered a “discipline related to the core business function of the department” as outlined in the above Requirements to Qualify are as follows: Criminal Justice Judicial Administration Public Administration Behavioral/Social Sciences (Sociology; Counseling; Psychology; Applied Behavioral Science; Ethics; Communication; Political Science; Economics; Social Welfare) Education Health Services (Public Health; Human Biology and Society; Cognitive Science) Philosophy Business Management Cultural Studies (African American; Asian American; Native American etc..; Gender Studies) Labor Studies Liberal Arts Project Management *** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Justice Program Associate is defined as work in core functional areas of justice programs operations and administration that consists of routine to moderately complex assignments that are analytical, technical, and/or confidential in nature. **** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Senior Investigator Aid, Probation is defined as working within a team lead capacity, exercising independent judgement, and possessing knowledge of various Pretrial Services Programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, and Electronic Monitoring. **** *In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Investigator Aid, Probation is defined as work consisting of more routine and less complex investigative activities such as telephone interviewing and compiling information from automated systems pertaining to Pretrial Services Programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, and Electronic Monitoring. ****** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation is defined as work interviewing, investigating, and preparing reports with recommendations to the courts in regard to Pretrial Services Programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, Pretrial Supervision, Electronic Monitoring, Early Disposition, or Drug Court. Endorsement of County Qualifications: County employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classifications listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission . Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of any of the qualifying classifications listed above. Withhold Information: Interested applicants may file for this examination if they are within three (3) months (90 calendar days) of meeting the education requirements by the last day of filing. The names of such applicants will be withheld from the certification list until proof of completion of the required education has been submitted and verified. Additional Information Our Assessment Process EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60%, assessing: Professional Potential Achievement Coping with Uncertainty Responsibility Working to High Quality Standards Willingness to Learn Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Using Time Efficiently Adapting to Change Deductive Reasoning Life Experiences Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I - multiple choice test in order to proceed to Part II - writing assessment. Part II: A writing assessment weighted 40% measuring English Structure and Content, Written Expression, and Prioritizing Information. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST. NOTE: 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. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add EStranger@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. 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 Responses: Applicants who are concurrently applying to Justice Program Associate (Exam No. JC3059A-R) or Justice Program Senior Analyst (Exam No. JC3061A-R) will take the assessment one time only . Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses 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 you 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 online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests . Eligibility Requirement The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register for a period of six (6) months. 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. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. 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 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. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed on this job posting. 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 verificationat 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 . 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: 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. Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: Emily Stranger Department Contact Phone: (213) 866-7280 Department Contact Email: estranger@hr.lacounty.gov Exam Number: JC3060A-R Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 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. For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: 5/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 20, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information Exam Number JC3060A-R Type of Recruitment OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY When to Submit Your Application: The application filing period will begin on Tuesday, April 23 , 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) and will close on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 by 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). Applications received after 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) will not be considered. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Who We Are The County of Los Angeles is the largest employer in Southern California with over 112,000 employees across 36 departments and an operating budget of $36 billion. The County provides vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. The Opportunity The Justice, Care, and Opportunities Department (JCOD) seeks highly-qualified and motivated individuals to fill Justice Program Analyst positions. The Justice Program Analyst will perform critical work on behalf of the Department. Where you will work At the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration, 500 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, adjacent to Grand Park, and accessible to various forms of public transportation. A hybrid work schedule that allows for partial telework and partial onsite presence may be available for some positions but is not guaranteed. Essential Job Functions Position Responsibilities Collects, analyzes, interprets, evaluates and prepares reports on information about technical and complex issues, programs or initiatives (e.g. research reports, policy recommendations, grant applications, budget reports, survey results, focus group data, legislation, laws, County code, State/Federal regulations, client background, service referrals) that serve justice impacted individuals. Interviews clients in custodial settings to facilitate various court and service provider efforts of identifying client background risk factor and service needs that may impact a judicial decision or client wellbeing, while attempting to seek client concurrence in accepting available services and generating services linkages if services were to be accepted. Reviews research compiled by others for quality assurance and/or research clients by identifying, locating, and extracting relevant client background data (e.g., by interviewing, searching databases, etc.) from varied sources to formulate various reports and support recommendations to internal/external partners in the processing of justice involved clients. Helps design and implement program components (e.g., statements of work, outreach materials, stakeholder engagement, training, budget, performance measures). Monitors and evaluates the performance of programs and initiatives that serve justice impacted individuals. Prepares a variety of documents (e.g., presentations, reports, training / outreach materials, board correspondence) for internal and internal uses. Serves as a subject matter expert to various internal and external stakeholders (e.g., administration; program-related staff; stakeholder groups). Serves as a liaison to various internal and external stakeholders (e.g., administration; program-related staff; stakeholder groups). Investigates various general inquiries (e.g., complaints, contracts, grants, grievances, audits) related to programs and initiatives that serve justice impacted individuals. Monitors and adheres to project plans and delivery schedules. Reviews research compiled by others for accuracy and quality assurance to further help formulate and support client related recommendations to internal and external justice partners and service providers. Confers with a variety of individuals (e.g., supervisors, vendors, justice partners, client family members, representatives of external agencies/organizations) when gathering information, participating in meetings, training, mediating disputes, making presentations, providing outreach services / advice and/or consultation services, etc. to communicate information, share ideas, present recommended solutions, gain agreement and coordinate activities. Act as a team lead, assist with training and provide input to supervision regarding the development and revision of training manuals as needed. Requirements Requirements to Qualify Option I: A Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited institution** in a discipline related to the core business function of the department -AND- two years of experience at the level of Justice Program Associate*** or equivalent item performing assignments in health, social services, or justice program analysis. A Master's Degree* or higher from an accredited institution** in a discipline related to the core business function of the department may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Option II: Four years of experience performing assignments in health, social services, or justice program analysis, two years of which must have been at the level of Justice Program Associate*** or an equivalent item. Option III : Graduation from an accredited college** with a Bachelor's Degree* in criminal justice; judicial or public administration; behavioral or social science -AND- two years’ experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Investigator Aid, Probation**** organizing and assigning work as a team leader over a group of Investigator Aids -or- three years' experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Investigator Aid, Probation*****. Two additional years of experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree*. Option IV: Two years’ experience at the level of Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation******. License : A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class : 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 receive credit for a degree, you MUST attach a legible copy of your "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing (preferred), or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email estranger@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number in the subject of your email. **Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. NOTE: For the purposes of this recruitment, fields of study that are to be considered a “discipline related to the core business function of the department” as outlined in the above Requirements to Qualify are as follows: Criminal Justice Judicial Administration Public Administration Behavioral/Social Sciences (Sociology; Counseling; Psychology; Applied Behavioral Science; Ethics; Communication; Political Science; Economics; Social Welfare) Education Health Services (Public Health; Human Biology and Society; Cognitive Science) Philosophy Business Management Cultural Studies (African American; Asian American; Native American etc..; Gender Studies) Labor Studies Liberal Arts Project Management *** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Justice Program Associate is defined as work in core functional areas of justice programs operations and administration that consists of routine to moderately complex assignments that are analytical, technical, and/or confidential in nature. **** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Senior Investigator Aid, Probation is defined as working within a team lead capacity, exercising independent judgement, and possessing knowledge of various Pretrial Services Programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, and Electronic Monitoring. **** *In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Investigator Aid, Probation is defined as work consisting of more routine and less complex investigative activities such as telephone interviewing and compiling information from automated systems pertaining to Pretrial Services Programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, and Electronic Monitoring. ****** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation is defined as work interviewing, investigating, and preparing reports with recommendations to the courts in regard to Pretrial Services Programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, Pretrial Supervision, Electronic Monitoring, Early Disposition, or Drug Court. Endorsement of County Qualifications: County employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classifications listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission . Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of any of the qualifying classifications listed above. Withhold Information: Interested applicants may file for this examination if they are within three (3) months (90 calendar days) of meeting the education requirements by the last day of filing. The names of such applicants will be withheld from the certification list until proof of completion of the required education has been submitted and verified. Additional Information Our Assessment Process EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60%, assessing: Professional Potential Achievement Coping with Uncertainty Responsibility Working to High Quality Standards Willingness to Learn Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Using Time Efficiently Adapting to Change Deductive Reasoning Life Experiences Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I - multiple choice test in order to proceed to Part II - writing assessment. Part II: A writing assessment weighted 40% measuring English Structure and Content, Written Expression, and Prioritizing Information. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST. NOTE: 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. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add EStranger@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. 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 Responses: Applicants who are concurrently applying to Justice Program Associate (Exam No. JC3059A-R) or Justice Program Senior Analyst (Exam No. JC3061A-R) will take the assessment one time only . Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses 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 you 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 online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests . Eligibility Requirement The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register for a period of six (6) months. 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. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. 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 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. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed on this job posting. 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 verificationat 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 . 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: 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. Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: Emily Stranger Department Contact Phone: (213) 866-7280 Department Contact Email: estranger@hr.lacounty.gov Exam Number: JC3060A-R Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 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. For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: 5/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information Exam Number JC3061A-R Type of Recruitment OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY When to Submit Your Application: The application filing period will begin on Tuesday, April 23 , 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) and will close on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 by 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). Applications received after 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) will not be considered. The exam will reopen as the needs of the service require. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Who We Are The County of Los Angeles is the largest employer in Southern California with over 112,000 employees across 36 departments and an operating budget of $36 billion. The County provides vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. The Opportunity The Justice, Care, and Opportunities Department (JCOD) seeks highly-qualified and motivated individuals to fill Justice Program Senior Analyst positions. The Justice Program Senior Analyst will perform critical work on behalf of the Department. Where you will work At the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration, 500 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, adjacent to Grand Park, and accessible to various forms of public transportation. A hybrid work schedule that allows for partial telework and partial onsite presence may be available for some positions but is not guaranteed. Essential Job Functions Position Responsibilities Collects, analyzes, interprets, and evaluates information about technical and complex programs or initiatives (e.g. research reports, policy recommendations, grant applications, budget reports, survey results, focus group data, legislation, laws, County code, State/Federal regulations) that serve justice impacted individuals. Designs and implements program components (e.g. statements of work, outreach materials, stakeholder engagement, budget, performance measures). Monitors and evaluates the performance of programs and initiatives serving the Court and/or justice impacted individuals. Coordinate outreach efforts. Prepares a variety of documents (e.g., presentations, reports, outreach / training materials, board correspondence). Serves as a subject matter expert or liaisons to various internal and external stakeholders (e.g., administration; program-related staff; outreach / stakeholder groups). Investigates various general inquiries (e.g., complaints, contracts, grants, grievances, audits) related to programs and initiatives that serve justice impacted individuals. Monitors and adheres to project plans and delivery schedules. Serves in a lead capacity for staff by performing a full range of administrative, training and leadership tasks. Analyze current and proposed budgets (e.g., programs and services) as needed. Secures contracted services or grant funding for programs and initiatives. Supervise subordinate staff (e.g., clerical, Justice Program Associate, Justice Program Analyst) as needed. Requirements Requirements to Qualify Option I: A Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited institution** in a discipline related to the core business function of the department -AND- four years of experience in the analysis of health, social services, or justice programs, two years of which must have been at the level of Justice Program Analyst***. A Master's Degree* or higher from an accredited institution** in a discipline related to the core business function of the department may be substituted for one year of the required general experience, as long as the two years of experience at the level of Justice Program Analyst is satisfied. Option II: Six years of experience performing assignments in health, social services, or justice program analysis, two years of which must have been at the level of Justice Program Analyst***. Option III : Three years of experience at the level of Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation****. Option IV: One year of experience at the level of Senior Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation*****. License : A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class : 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 receive credit for a degree, you MUST attach a legible copy of your "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing (preferred), or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email estranger@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number in the subject of your email. **Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. NOTE: For the purposes of this recruitment, fields of study that are to be considered a “discipline related to the core business function of the department” as outlined in the above Requirements to Qualify are as follows: Criminal Justice Judicial Administration Public Administration Behavioral/Social Sciences (Sociology; Counseling; Psychology; Applied Behavioral Science; Ethics; Communication; Political Science; Economics; Social Welfare) Education Health Services (Public Health; Human Biology and Society; Cognitive Science) Philosophy Business Management Cultural Studies (African American; Asian American; Native American etc..; Gender Studies) Labor Studies Liberal Arts Project Management *** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Justice Program Analyst is defined as work independently performing moderately complex to difficult assignments related to the planning, implementation, administration, and evaluation of justice programs with little to no guidance. **** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation is defined as work interviewing, investigating, and preparing reports with recommendations to the courts in regard to Pretrial Services Programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, Pretrial Supervision, Electronic Monitoring, Early Disposition, or Drug Court. ***** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Senior Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation is defined as working within a supervisory capacity exercising investigative techniques and procedures in the support of personnel in the Pretrial Services Division in areas such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, Pretrial Supervision and Supervised Release Programs. Endorsement of County Qualifications: County employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classifications listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission . Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of any of the qualifying classifications listed above. Withhold Information: Interested applicants may file for this examination if they are within three (3) months (90 calendar days) of meeting the education requirements by the last day of filing. The names of such applicants will be withheld from the certification list until proof of completion of the required education has been submitted and verified. Additional Information Our Assessment Process EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60%, assessing: Professional Potential Achievement Coping with Uncertainty Responsibility Working to High Quality Standards Willingness to Learn Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Using Time Efficiently Adapting to Change Deductive Reasoning Life Experiences Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I - multiple choice test in order to proceed to Part II - writing assessment. Part II: A writing assessment weighted 40% measuring English Structure and Content, Written Expression, and Prioritizing Information. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST. NOTE: 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. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add EStranger@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. 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 Responses: Applicants who are concurrently applying to Justice Program Associate (Exam No. JC3059A-R) or Justice Program Analyst (Exam No. JC3060A-R) will take the assessment one time only . Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses 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 you 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 online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests . Eligibility Requirement The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register for a period of six (6) months. 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. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. 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 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. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed on this job posting. 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 verificationat 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 . 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: 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. Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: Emily Stranger Department Contact Phone: (213) 866-7280 Department Contact Email: estranger@hr.lacounty.gov Exam Number: JC3061A-R Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 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. For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: 5/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 20, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information Exam Number JC3061A-R Type of Recruitment OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY When to Submit Your Application: The application filing period will begin on Tuesday, April 23 , 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) and will close on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 by 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). Applications received after 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) will not be considered. The exam will reopen as the needs of the service require. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Who We Are The County of Los Angeles is the largest employer in Southern California with over 112,000 employees across 36 departments and an operating budget of $36 billion. The County provides vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. The Opportunity The Justice, Care, and Opportunities Department (JCOD) seeks highly-qualified and motivated individuals to fill Justice Program Senior Analyst positions. The Justice Program Senior Analyst will perform critical work on behalf of the Department. Where you will work At the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration, 500 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, adjacent to Grand Park, and accessible to various forms of public transportation. A hybrid work schedule that allows for partial telework and partial onsite presence may be available for some positions but is not guaranteed. Essential Job Functions Position Responsibilities Collects, analyzes, interprets, and evaluates information about technical and complex programs or initiatives (e.g. research reports, policy recommendations, grant applications, budget reports, survey results, focus group data, legislation, laws, County code, State/Federal regulations) that serve justice impacted individuals. Designs and implements program components (e.g. statements of work, outreach materials, stakeholder engagement, budget, performance measures). Monitors and evaluates the performance of programs and initiatives serving the Court and/or justice impacted individuals. Coordinate outreach efforts. Prepares a variety of documents (e.g., presentations, reports, outreach / training materials, board correspondence). Serves as a subject matter expert or liaisons to various internal and external stakeholders (e.g., administration; program-related staff; outreach / stakeholder groups). Investigates various general inquiries (e.g., complaints, contracts, grants, grievances, audits) related to programs and initiatives that serve justice impacted individuals. Monitors and adheres to project plans and delivery schedules. Serves in a lead capacity for staff by performing a full range of administrative, training and leadership tasks. Analyze current and proposed budgets (e.g., programs and services) as needed. Secures contracted services or grant funding for programs and initiatives. Supervise subordinate staff (e.g., clerical, Justice Program Associate, Justice Program Analyst) as needed. Requirements Requirements to Qualify Option I: A Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited institution** in a discipline related to the core business function of the department -AND- four years of experience in the analysis of health, social services, or justice programs, two years of which must have been at the level of Justice Program Analyst***. A Master's Degree* or higher from an accredited institution** in a discipline related to the core business function of the department may be substituted for one year of the required general experience, as long as the two years of experience at the level of Justice Program Analyst is satisfied. Option II: Six years of experience performing assignments in health, social services, or justice program analysis, two years of which must have been at the level of Justice Program Analyst***. Option III : Three years of experience at the level of Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation****. Option IV: One year of experience at the level of Senior Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation*****. License : A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class : 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 receive credit for a degree, you MUST attach a legible copy of your "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing (preferred), or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email estranger@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number in the subject of your email. **Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. NOTE: For the purposes of this recruitment, fields of study that are to be considered a “discipline related to the core business function of the department” as outlined in the above Requirements to Qualify are as follows: Criminal Justice Judicial Administration Public Administration Behavioral/Social Sciences (Sociology; Counseling; Psychology; Applied Behavioral Science; Ethics; Communication; Political Science; Economics; Social Welfare) Education Health Services (Public Health; Human Biology and Society; Cognitive Science) Philosophy Business Management Cultural Studies (African American; Asian American; Native American etc..; Gender Studies) Labor Studies Liberal Arts Project Management *** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Justice Program Analyst is defined as work independently performing moderately complex to difficult assignments related to the planning, implementation, administration, and evaluation of justice programs with little to no guidance. **** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation is defined as work interviewing, investigating, and preparing reports with recommendations to the courts in regard to Pretrial Services Programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, Pretrial Supervision, Electronic Monitoring, Early Disposition, or Drug Court. ***** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Senior Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation is defined as working within a supervisory capacity exercising investigative techniques and procedures in the support of personnel in the Pretrial Services Division in areas such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, Pretrial Supervision and Supervised Release Programs. Endorsement of County Qualifications: County employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classifications listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission . Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of any of the qualifying classifications listed above. Withhold Information: Interested applicants may file for this examination if they are within three (3) months (90 calendar days) of meeting the education requirements by the last day of filing. The names of such applicants will be withheld from the certification list until proof of completion of the required education has been submitted and verified. Additional Information Our Assessment Process EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60%, assessing: Professional Potential Achievement Coping with Uncertainty Responsibility Working to High Quality Standards Willingness to Learn Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Using Time Efficiently Adapting to Change Deductive Reasoning Life Experiences Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I - multiple choice test in order to proceed to Part II - writing assessment. Part II: A writing assessment weighted 40% measuring English Structure and Content, Written Expression, and Prioritizing Information. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST. NOTE: 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. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add EStranger@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. 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 Responses: Applicants who are concurrently applying to Justice Program Associate (Exam No. JC3059A-R) or Justice Program Analyst (Exam No. JC3060A-R) will take the assessment one time only . Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses 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 you 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 online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests . Eligibility Requirement The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register for a period of six (6) months. 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. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. 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 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. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed on this job posting. 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 verificationat 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 . 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: 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. Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: Emily Stranger Department Contact Phone: (213) 866-7280 Department Contact Email: estranger@hr.lacounty.gov Exam Number: JC3061A-R Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 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. For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: 5/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information Exam Number JC3059A-R Type of Recruitment OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY When to Submit Your Application: The application filing period will begin on Tuesday, April 23 , 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) and will close on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 by 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) . Applications received after 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) will not be considered. The exam will reopen as the needs of the service require. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Who We Are The County of Los Angeles is the largest employer in Southern California with over 112,000 employees across 36 departments and an operating budget of $36 billion. The County provides vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. The Opportunity The Justice, Care, and Opportunities Department (JCOD) seeks highly-qualified and motivated individuals to fill Justice Program Associate positions. The Justice Program Associate will perform critical work on behalf of the Department. Where you will work At the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration, 500 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, adjacent to Grand Park, and accessible to various forms of public transportation. A hybrid work schedule that allows for partial telework and partial onsite presence may be available for some positions but is not guaranteed. Essential Job Functions Position Responsibilities Research clients by identifying, locating, and extracting relevant client background data (e.g., by interviewing, searching databases, etc.) from varied sources to formulate and support recommendations to internal/external partners in the processing of justice involved clients. Prepares and compiles information by grouping and/or categorizing relevant data in meaningful ways to facilitate analysis. Reviews and compares vendor records to contract requirements to help ensure providers abide by their county agreements and help ensure the performance of programs serving justice impacted individuals. Interacts with a variety of individuals (e.g., supervisors, vendors, representatives of external agencies/organizations) when participating in meetings, mediating disputes, making presentations, providing advice and/or consultation services, etc. to communicate information, share ideas, present recommended solutions, gain agreement and coordinate activities. Organizes/coordinates internal and external activity while maintaining productivity and other statistics for use by a supervisor in an internal/external performance assessment. Monitors processes and programs by gathering and analyzing relevant information to ensure that processes are capable, stable, and that programs are proceeding as scheduled/intended. Help evaluate the effectiveness of various programs by comparing program outcomes to program goals to determine whether to continue, modify, or discontinue processes as needed. Performs various duties (interviewing, reviewing, communicating, creating/maintaining files, compiling/processing reports, and routing documents, etc.) by appropriately applying Federal and State laws, County and local ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures to ensure all work done complies with established guidelines and requirements. Requirements Requirements to Qualify Option I: A Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited college or university** -AND- one year of experience performing basic to routine analytical assignments including researching, analyzing, and communicating information, as well as recommending solutions to problems related to administrative or program support of a functional area. Option II: A Master's degree* or higher from an accredited college or university** in a discipline related to the core business function or mission of the department such as health, social services, or justice programs. Option III : Four years of experience performing basic to routine analytical assignments which involved interviewing, researching, analyzing, and communicating information, as well as recommending solutions to problems related to the administrative or program support of a functional area. Option IV: Three years of experience at the level of Senior Investigator Aid, Probation*** -OR- Four years of experience at the level of Investigator Aid, Probation****. License : A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class : 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 receive credit for a degree, you MUST attach a legible copy of your "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing (preferred), or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email estranger@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number in the subject of your email. **Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. NOTE: For the purposes of this recruitment, fields of study that are to be considered a “discipline related to the core business function of the department” as outlined in the above Requirements to Qualify are as follows: Criminal Justice Judicial Administration Public Administration Behavioral/Social Sciences (Sociology; Counseling; Psychology; Applied Behavioral Science; Ethics; Communication; Political Science; Economics; Social Welfare) Education Health Services (Public Health; Human Biology and Society; Cognitive Science) Philosophy Business Management Cultural Studies (African American; Asian American; Native American etc..; Gender Studies) Labor Studies Liberal Arts Project Management *** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Senior Investigator Aid, Probation is defined as working within a team lead capacity, exercising independent judgement, and possessing knowledge of various Pretrial Services Programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, and Electronic Monitoring. **** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Investigator Aid, Probation is defined as work consisting of more routine and less complex investigative activities such as telephone interviewing and compiling information from automated systems pertaining to Pretrial Services Programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, and Electronic Monitoring. Endorsement of County Qualifications: County employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classifications listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission . Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of any of the qualifying classifications listed above. Withhold Information: Interested applicants may file for this examination if they are within three (3) months (90 calendar days) of meeting the education requirements by the last day of filing. The names of such applicants will be withheld from the certification list until proof of completion of the required education has been submitted and verified. Additional Information Our Assessment Process EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of a multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 100%, assessing: Professional Potential Achievement Coping with Uncertainty Responsibility Working to High Quality Standards Willingness to Learn Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Using Time Efficiently Adapting to Change Deductive Reasoning Life Experiences MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST. NOTE: 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. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add EStranger@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. 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 Responses: Applicants who are concurrently applying to Justice Program Senior Analyst (Exam No. JC3061A-R) or Justice Program Analyst (Exam No. JC3060A-R) will take the multiple choice assessment one time only . Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses 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 you 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 online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests . Eligibility Requirement The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register for a period of six (6) months. 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. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. 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 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. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed on this job posting. 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 verificationat 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 . 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: 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. Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: Emily Stranger Department Contact Phone: (213) 866-7280 Department Contact Email: estranger@hr.lacounty.gov Exam Number: JC3059A-R Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 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. For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: 5/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 20, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information Exam Number JC3059A-R Type of Recruitment OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY When to Submit Your Application: The application filing period will begin on Tuesday, April 23 , 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) and will close on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 by 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) . Applications received after 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) will not be considered. The exam will reopen as the needs of the service require. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Who We Are The County of Los Angeles is the largest employer in Southern California with over 112,000 employees across 36 departments and an operating budget of $36 billion. The County provides vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. The Opportunity The Justice, Care, and Opportunities Department (JCOD) seeks highly-qualified and motivated individuals to fill Justice Program Associate positions. The Justice Program Associate will perform critical work on behalf of the Department. Where you will work At the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration, 500 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, adjacent to Grand Park, and accessible to various forms of public transportation. A hybrid work schedule that allows for partial telework and partial onsite presence may be available for some positions but is not guaranteed. Essential Job Functions Position Responsibilities Research clients by identifying, locating, and extracting relevant client background data (e.g., by interviewing, searching databases, etc.) from varied sources to formulate and support recommendations to internal/external partners in the processing of justice involved clients. Prepares and compiles information by grouping and/or categorizing relevant data in meaningful ways to facilitate analysis. Reviews and compares vendor records to contract requirements to help ensure providers abide by their county agreements and help ensure the performance of programs serving justice impacted individuals. Interacts with a variety of individuals (e.g., supervisors, vendors, representatives of external agencies/organizations) when participating in meetings, mediating disputes, making presentations, providing advice and/or consultation services, etc. to communicate information, share ideas, present recommended solutions, gain agreement and coordinate activities. Organizes/coordinates internal and external activity while maintaining productivity and other statistics for use by a supervisor in an internal/external performance assessment. Monitors processes and programs by gathering and analyzing relevant information to ensure that processes are capable, stable, and that programs are proceeding as scheduled/intended. Help evaluate the effectiveness of various programs by comparing program outcomes to program goals to determine whether to continue, modify, or discontinue processes as needed. Performs various duties (interviewing, reviewing, communicating, creating/maintaining files, compiling/processing reports, and routing documents, etc.) by appropriately applying Federal and State laws, County and local ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures to ensure all work done complies with established guidelines and requirements. Requirements Requirements to Qualify Option I: A Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited college or university** -AND- one year of experience performing basic to routine analytical assignments including researching, analyzing, and communicating information, as well as recommending solutions to problems related to administrative or program support of a functional area. Option II: A Master's degree* or higher from an accredited college or university** in a discipline related to the core business function or mission of the department such as health, social services, or justice programs. Option III : Four years of experience performing basic to routine analytical assignments which involved interviewing, researching, analyzing, and communicating information, as well as recommending solutions to problems related to the administrative or program support of a functional area. Option IV: Three years of experience at the level of Senior Investigator Aid, Probation*** -OR- Four years of experience at the level of Investigator Aid, Probation****. License : A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class : 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 receive credit for a degree, you MUST attach a legible copy of your "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing (preferred), or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email estranger@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number in the subject of your email. **Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. NOTE: For the purposes of this recruitment, fields of study that are to be considered a “discipline related to the core business function of the department” as outlined in the above Requirements to Qualify are as follows: Criminal Justice Judicial Administration Public Administration Behavioral/Social Sciences (Sociology; Counseling; Psychology; Applied Behavioral Science; Ethics; Communication; Political Science; Economics; Social Welfare) Education Health Services (Public Health; Human Biology and Society; Cognitive Science) Philosophy Business Management Cultural Studies (African American; Asian American; Native American etc..; Gender Studies) Labor Studies Liberal Arts Project Management *** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Senior Investigator Aid, Probation is defined as working within a team lead capacity, exercising independent judgement, and possessing knowledge of various Pretrial Services Programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, and Electronic Monitoring. **** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Investigator Aid, Probation is defined as work consisting of more routine and less complex investigative activities such as telephone interviewing and compiling information from automated systems pertaining to Pretrial Services Programs such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, and Electronic Monitoring. Endorsement of County Qualifications: County employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classifications listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission . Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of any of the qualifying classifications listed above. Withhold Information: Interested applicants may file for this examination if they are within three (3) months (90 calendar days) of meeting the education requirements by the last day of filing. The names of such applicants will be withheld from the certification list until proof of completion of the required education has been submitted and verified. Additional Information Our Assessment Process EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of a multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 100%, assessing: Professional Potential Achievement Coping with Uncertainty Responsibility Working to High Quality Standards Willingness to Learn Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Using Time Efficiently Adapting to Change Deductive Reasoning Life Experiences MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST. NOTE: 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. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add EStranger@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. 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 Responses: Applicants who are concurrently applying to Justice Program Senior Analyst (Exam No. JC3061A-R) or Justice Program Analyst (Exam No. JC3060A-R) will take the multiple choice assessment one time only . Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses 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 you 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 online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests . Eligibility Requirement The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register for a period of six (6) months. 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. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. 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 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. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed on this job posting. 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 verificationat 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 . 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: 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. Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: Emily Stranger Department Contact Phone: (213) 866-7280 Department Contact Email: estranger@hr.lacounty.gov Exam Number: JC3059A-R Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 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. For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: 5/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information Exam Number JC3062A-R Type of Recruitment OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY When to Submit Your Application: The application filing period will begin on Tuesday, April 23 , 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) and will close on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 by 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). Applications received after 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) will not be considered. The exam will reopen as the needs of the service require. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Who We Are The County of Los Angeles is the largest employer in Southern California with over 112,000 employees across 36 departments and an operating budget of $36 billion. The County provides vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. The Opportunity The Justice, Care, and Opportunities Department (JCOD) seeks highly-qualified and motivated individuals to fill Justice Program Director positions. The Justice Program Director will perform critical work on behalf of the Department. Where you will work At the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration, 500 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, adjacent to Grand Park, and accessible to various forms of public transportation. A hybrid work schedule that allows for partial telework and partial onsite presence may be available for some positions but is not guaranteed. Essential Job Functions Position Responsibilities Supervises subordinate staff (e.g., Justice Program Associate, Justice Program Analyst, and Justice Program Senior Analyst). Collects, analyzes, interprets, and evaluates information about the more technical and complex programs or initiatives (e.g., research reports, policy recommendations, grant applications, budget reports, survey results, focus group data, legislation laws, County code, State/Federal regulations) that serve justice impacted individuals. Direct, through subordinate staff (e.g., Justice Program Associate, Justice Program Analyst, and Justice Program Senior Analyst), budget preparation, contract administration, and grant acquisition of multiple programs and services as needed. Oversees the planning, development, and implementation of complex programs and all program components (including but not limited to statements of work, outreach materials, stakeholder engagement, budget, performance measures). Directs and evaluates the effectiveness of programs and initiatives that serve justice impacted individuals. Prepares a variety of documents (e.g., presentations, training materials, board correspondence, executive level reports, executive summaries of program effectiveness). Serves as a liaison to various internal and external stakeholders (e.g., administration; program-related staff; community groups). Investigates and responds to various higher-level complaints and complex issues (e.g., board complaints, contracts, grants, grievances, audits) related to programs and initiatives. Leads and facilitates large multidisciplinary task forces and represents department at various internal/external functions or events (e.g., meetings, committees, conferences, public hearings, board meetings). Requirements Requirements to Qualify Option I: A Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited institution** in a discipline related to the core business function of the department -AND- five years of experience in the analysis of health, social services, or justice programs, two years of which must have been at the level of Justice Program Senior Analyst***. A Master's Degree* or higher from an accredited institution** in a discipline related to the core business function of the department may be substituted for one year of the required general experience, as long as the two years of experience at the level of Justice Program Senior Analyst is satisfied. Option II: Seven years of experience performing assignments in health, social services, or justice program analysis, two years of which must have been at the level of Justice Program Senior Analyst***. Option III : Three years of experience at the level of Senior Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation****. License : A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class : 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 receive credit for a degree, you MUST attach a legible copy of your "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing (preferred), or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email estranger@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number in the subject of your email. **Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. NOTE: For the purposes of this recruitment, fields of study that are to be considered a “discipline related to the core business function of the department” as outlined in the above Requirements to Qualify are as follows: Criminal Justice Judicial Administration Public Administration Behavioral/Social Sciences (Sociology; Counseling; Psychology; Applied Behavioral Science; Ethics; Communication; Political Science; Economics; Social Welfare) Education Health Services (Public Health; Human Biology and Society; Cognitive Science) Philosophy Business Management Cultural Studies (African American; Asian American; Native American etc..; Gender Studies) Labor Studies Liberal Arts Project Management *** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Justice Program Senior Analyst is defined as senior-level work performing complex and difficult assignments related to the planning, implementation, administration, and evaluation of justice programs. **** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Senior Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation is defined as working within a supervisory capacity exercising investigative techniques and procedures in the support of personnel in the Pretrial Services Division in areas such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, Pretrial Supervision and Supervised Release Programs. Endorsement of County Qualifications: County employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classifications listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission . Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of any of the qualifying classifications listed above. Withhold Information: Interested applicants may file for this examination if they are within three (3) months (90 calendar days) of meeting the education requirements by the last day of filing. The names of such applicants will be withheld from the certification list until proof of completion of the required education has been submitted and verified. Additional Information Our Assessment Process EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60%, assessing: Analyzing Information Empathy Sharing Knowledge and Guidance Controlling Emotions Management Judgement 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 Deductive Reasoning Life Experiences Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I - multiple choice test in order to proceed to Part II - writing assessment. Part II: A writing assessment weighted 40% measuring English Structure and Content, Written Expression, and Prioritizing Information. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST. NOTE: 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. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add EStranger@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. 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 Responses: Applicants who are concurrently applying to Justice Program Analyst (Exam No. JC3060A-R) or Justice Program Senior Analyst (Exam No. JC3061A-R) will take the writing assessment one time only . Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses 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 you 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 online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests . Eligibility Requirement The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register for a period of six (6) months. 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. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. 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 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. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed on this job posting. 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 verificationat 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 . 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: 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. Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: Emily Stranger Department Contact Phone: (213) 866-7280 Department Contact Email: estranger@hr.lacounty.gov Exam Number: JC3062A-R Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 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. For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: 5/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 20, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information Exam Number JC3062A-R Type of Recruitment OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY When to Submit Your Application: The application filing period will begin on Tuesday, April 23 , 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) and will close on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 by 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). Applications received after 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) will not be considered. The exam will reopen as the needs of the service require. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Who We Are The County of Los Angeles is the largest employer in Southern California with over 112,000 employees across 36 departments and an operating budget of $36 billion. The County provides vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. The Opportunity The Justice, Care, and Opportunities Department (JCOD) seeks highly-qualified and motivated individuals to fill Justice Program Director positions. The Justice Program Director will perform critical work on behalf of the Department. Where you will work At the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration, 500 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, adjacent to Grand Park, and accessible to various forms of public transportation. A hybrid work schedule that allows for partial telework and partial onsite presence may be available for some positions but is not guaranteed. Essential Job Functions Position Responsibilities Supervises subordinate staff (e.g., Justice Program Associate, Justice Program Analyst, and Justice Program Senior Analyst). Collects, analyzes, interprets, and evaluates information about the more technical and complex programs or initiatives (e.g., research reports, policy recommendations, grant applications, budget reports, survey results, focus group data, legislation laws, County code, State/Federal regulations) that serve justice impacted individuals. Direct, through subordinate staff (e.g., Justice Program Associate, Justice Program Analyst, and Justice Program Senior Analyst), budget preparation, contract administration, and grant acquisition of multiple programs and services as needed. Oversees the planning, development, and implementation of complex programs and all program components (including but not limited to statements of work, outreach materials, stakeholder engagement, budget, performance measures). Directs and evaluates the effectiveness of programs and initiatives that serve justice impacted individuals. Prepares a variety of documents (e.g., presentations, training materials, board correspondence, executive level reports, executive summaries of program effectiveness). Serves as a liaison to various internal and external stakeholders (e.g., administration; program-related staff; community groups). Investigates and responds to various higher-level complaints and complex issues (e.g., board complaints, contracts, grants, grievances, audits) related to programs and initiatives. Leads and facilitates large multidisciplinary task forces and represents department at various internal/external functions or events (e.g., meetings, committees, conferences, public hearings, board meetings). Requirements Requirements to Qualify Option I: A Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited institution** in a discipline related to the core business function of the department -AND- five years of experience in the analysis of health, social services, or justice programs, two years of which must have been at the level of Justice Program Senior Analyst***. A Master's Degree* or higher from an accredited institution** in a discipline related to the core business function of the department may be substituted for one year of the required general experience, as long as the two years of experience at the level of Justice Program Senior Analyst is satisfied. Option II: Seven years of experience performing assignments in health, social services, or justice program analysis, two years of which must have been at the level of Justice Program Senior Analyst***. Option III : Three years of experience at the level of Senior Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation****. License : A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class : 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 receive credit for a degree, you MUST attach a legible copy of your "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing (preferred), or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email estranger@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number in the subject of your email. **Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. NOTE: For the purposes of this recruitment, fields of study that are to be considered a “discipline related to the core business function of the department” as outlined in the above Requirements to Qualify are as follows: Criminal Justice Judicial Administration Public Administration Behavioral/Social Sciences (Sociology; Counseling; Psychology; Applied Behavioral Science; Ethics; Communication; Political Science; Economics; Social Welfare) Education Health Services (Public Health; Human Biology and Society; Cognitive Science) Philosophy Business Management Cultural Studies (African American; Asian American; Native American etc..; Gender Studies) Labor Studies Liberal Arts Project Management *** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Justice Program Senior Analyst is defined as senior-level work performing complex and difficult assignments related to the planning, implementation, administration, and evaluation of justice programs. **** In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Senior Investigator, Pretrial Services, Probation is defined as working within a supervisory capacity exercising investigative techniques and procedures in the support of personnel in the Pretrial Services Division in areas such as Bail Deviation, Own Recognizance, Pretrial Supervision and Supervised Release Programs. Endorsement of County Qualifications: County employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classifications listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission . Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of any of the qualifying classifications listed above. Withhold Information: Interested applicants may file for this examination if they are within three (3) months (90 calendar days) of meeting the education requirements by the last day of filing. The names of such applicants will be withheld from the certification list until proof of completion of the required education has been submitted and verified. Additional Information Our Assessment Process EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60%, assessing: Analyzing Information Empathy Sharing Knowledge and Guidance Controlling Emotions Management Judgement 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 Deductive Reasoning Life Experiences Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I - multiple choice test in order to proceed to Part II - writing assessment. Part II: A writing assessment weighted 40% measuring English Structure and Content, Written Expression, and Prioritizing Information. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST. NOTE: 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. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add EStranger@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. 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 Responses: Applicants who are concurrently applying to Justice Program Analyst (Exam No. JC3060A-R) or Justice Program Senior Analyst (Exam No. JC3061A-R) will take the writing assessment one time only . Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses 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 you 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 online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests . Eligibility Requirement The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register for a period of six (6) months. 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. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. 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 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. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed on this job posting. 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 verificationat 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 . 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: 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. Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: Emily Stranger Department Contact Phone: (213) 866-7280 Department Contact Email: estranger@hr.lacounty.gov Exam Number: JC3062A-R Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 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. For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: 5/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific