EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Job Description

Position/Program Information

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY

EXAM NUMBER:

CA1120B-EA

FIRST DAY OF FILING:

Monday, October 19, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. (PT)

THE FILING PERIOD MAY BE SUSPENDED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS EXAMINATION MAY REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE.

The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness , and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance abuse. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.

The Department of Consumer and Business Affairs’ Executive Office is seeking qualified candidates to fill an Executive Assistant vacancy .

Under the emergency order, applicants who meet all the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.

Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.

Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment as an Executive Assistant.

Essential Job Functions

Acts as the Department Head's liaison with departmental management, the Board Offices, County Commissions, other County departments and public officials.

Develops departmental administrative policies for the Department Head related to the operations of the department and in preparation of instructions for their implementation.

Provides consultation in the development of new plans, systems and policies.

Analyzes correspondence and reports on departmental activities and makes recommendations on their disposition.

Responds in writing or orally to sensitive or controversial inquiries or complaints; prepares official correspondence and materials for the Department Head.

Conducts legislative analysis and recommends changes in legislation; serves as legislative liaison with the Chief Administrative Office; and, may represent the department on legislative issues in Sacramento.

Identifies new programs and services and conducts feasibility studies.

Conducts special assignments, management studies, or programs as directed.

Represents the Department Head at meetings, as directed.

Requirements

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited college -AND- Three years' experience in a responsible staff**, advisory***, or administrative**** capacity analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, procedure, program, budget, or personnel. One additional year of such experience may be substituted for each year of college, to a maximum of four years.

LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*To receive credit for the required degree, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days from the date of filing application. Please submit documentation to DCBAExams@dcba.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number.

** Staff capacity is defined as work that includes assisting and supporting administration by doing research, analysis, and making recommendation to line managers on matters such as, utilization of personnel, allocation of funds, workload and workload fluctuations, and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives.

*** Advisory capacity in the county is defined as experience in assignments researching, analyzing, and making recommendations to management on matters of organization, budget, personnel, information services, programs, facilities planning, materials management, and general management.

**** Administrative capacity in the county is defined as experience in assignments analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, budget, personnel, information services, programs, facilities planning, materials management, and general management.

Additional Information

EXAM CONTENT
During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. The exam is weighted 100%.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Any required documents must be submitted within seven (7) calendar days from application submission.

Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.

Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add JEstrella@dcba.lacounty.gov, as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. The Department will not consider missed email notifications as an acceptable reason to authorize additional time to complete the application.

Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County.

Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.

All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.

Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED.

Fill out the application and supplemental questionnaire completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements.

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. For more information, please contact the specific
libraries directly.

NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

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.

Department Contact Name: DCBA Exams
Department Contact Phone: (213) 712-5473
Department Contact E-mail: DCBAExams@dcba.lacounty.gov
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 948-2895
Teletype Phone Number: (800) 899-4099
Alternate Teletype Phone Number: (800) 897- 0077

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