LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER : PH5774E F IRST DAY OF FILING : Friday, March 31, 2023, at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) TYPE OF RECRUITMENT : Open Competitive Job Opportunity This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. No out-of-class experience will be accepted DEFINITION : Conducts complex, specialized and sensitive investigations, inspections and evaluations to detect and control radiation hazards, and ensures compliance with State, Federal, and County laws and regulations arising from the use of X-ray equipment and radioactive materials and acts as lead-person over Radiation Protection Specialists. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS : Positions allocable to this class work under the general direction of a Principal Radiation Protection Specialist or the Head, Radiation Control in the Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Division. Positions are responsible for performing the more difficult, complex, or non-routine inspections, investigations, and tests of radiation emitting equipment used in medical, dental, industrial, educational, or research facilities for proper licensing, shielding, safe operating procedures, and equipment calibration parameters and to ensure compliance with applicable State, Federal, and County laws and regulations. In addition, positions conduct studies, surveys, inspections, and investigations of radiologic health hazards; review plans and specifications of proposed X-ray or radioactive materials installations to ensure sufficient shielding and conformance with permissible exposures in controlled and uncontrolled environments. Senior Radiation Protection Specialist positions also serve as leads over Radiation Protection Specialists by providing technical guidance and training. Essential Job Functions Performs routine and non-routine inspections or investigations on X-ray tubes at hospitals, clinics, mammography facilities, dental and other medical facilities at specified intervals including the most complicated types of high energy devices such as medical therapy linear accelerators; acts as lead-person for the Radiation Protection Specialist. Reviews plans and specifications of proposed X-ray or radioactive materials installations, including radiation therapy machines and Positron Emission Tomography Scanners, and performs complex calculations to determine shielding design accuracy. Utilizes a variety of radiation measuring instruments, test equipment, phantoms, and computers, following established procedures, to determine compliance with Federal, State, and County laws and regulations, and radiation safety practices. Measures the adequacy of shielding in walls using radiation detection instruments. Prepares written reports of inspection findings, including letters and Notices of Violations to users; follows-up on violations to ensure timely and appropriate corrective action; prepares written reports and letters to applicants of shielding adequacies or deficiencies. Enforces State, Federal, and County laws regarding the manufacture, installation, and use of X-ray equipment located in medical, dental, industrial, research, and academic facilities; enforces the State's certification law regarding licentiates, technologists, and technicians who use X-ray equipment. Provides consultation and training to physicians, dentists, X-ray personnel, and the public on proper practices, procedures, safety, and legal requirements in the use of radiation producing equipment. Reviews reports of personnel monitoring exposures, investigates incidents of radiation exposure and complaints, and requires appropriate control measures. Trains Radiation Protection Specialists in all phases of inspection techniques and procedures, program policies, and interpretation of regulations. Oversees the radiation exposure monitoring program of Radiation Management staff. Responds to emergency situations involving radiation incidents. Completes special projects such as the Nationwide Evaluation of X-ray Trends (NEXT) and Federal Compliance Tests. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option 1: Possession of a valid *certificate in diagnostic or therapeutic radiologic technology or nuclear medicine technology issued by the California Department of Public Health -OR- the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - OR - Possession of a health physics technology *certificate from an accredited two-year program -AND- Six (6) years of experience in a regulatory program conducting investigations and surveying the use of radiological equipment, providing advice on safe practices in radiation, and compliance with rules and regulations governing radiation use. Option 2: A Bachelor's degree from an **accredited college or university with a major in radiologic health, radiologic science , radiologic technology , health physics , physics , engineering , mathematics , physical science , or a ***closely related field -AND- Three (3) years of ****professional experience in health physics or a closely related field. Option 3: One (1) year of experience performing the duties of a *****Radiation Protection Specialist with Los Angeles County Department of Public Health - Environmental Health. 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 III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: You must POSSESS and CLEARLY EXPRESS detailed years of experience performing relevant duties, related to the requirements within your online job application under the "Experience" area . *Please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed for the required certificates. Provide the title of your required license and certifications, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Requirements on your application at the time of filing or e-mail the information to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing . **ACCREDITATION : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcript(s), or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . Foreign studies must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) . (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) *** Examples of c losely r elated fields: Nuclear Engineering, Physics of Instrumentation, Geologic Science, or Chemistry. **** Professional experience in health physics : Experience gained in the field of radiation protection subsequent to receiving a bachelor's degree. *****In the County of Los Angeles, a Radiation Protection Specialist c onducts inspections, investigations, and tests to detect and control radiation hazards arising from the use of X-ray equipment, and ensures compliance with State, Federal, and County laws and regulations. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Experience beyond the Minimum Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an Evaluation Experience based upon the application, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added onto the register of eligible candidates. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register (hiring list) does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : The names of candidates will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the register of eligible candidates accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION : The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees will be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. ______________________________________________________ SPECIAL INFORMATION APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be submitted ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing 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 the County of Los Angeles Job Opportunities Website, 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. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED . IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. 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 in equalities 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. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator/ . NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. 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. California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 29, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER : PH5774E F IRST DAY OF FILING : Friday, March 31, 2023, at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) TYPE OF RECRUITMENT : Open Competitive Job Opportunity This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. No out-of-class experience will be accepted DEFINITION : Conducts complex, specialized and sensitive investigations, inspections and evaluations to detect and control radiation hazards, and ensures compliance with State, Federal, and County laws and regulations arising from the use of X-ray equipment and radioactive materials and acts as lead-person over Radiation Protection Specialists. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS : Positions allocable to this class work under the general direction of a Principal Radiation Protection Specialist or the Head, Radiation Control in the Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Division. Positions are responsible for performing the more difficult, complex, or non-routine inspections, investigations, and tests of radiation emitting equipment used in medical, dental, industrial, educational, or research facilities for proper licensing, shielding, safe operating procedures, and equipment calibration parameters and to ensure compliance with applicable State, Federal, and County laws and regulations. In addition, positions conduct studies, surveys, inspections, and investigations of radiologic health hazards; review plans and specifications of proposed X-ray or radioactive materials installations to ensure sufficient shielding and conformance with permissible exposures in controlled and uncontrolled environments. Senior Radiation Protection Specialist positions also serve as leads over Radiation Protection Specialists by providing technical guidance and training. Essential Job Functions Performs routine and non-routine inspections or investigations on X-ray tubes at hospitals, clinics, mammography facilities, dental and other medical facilities at specified intervals including the most complicated types of high energy devices such as medical therapy linear accelerators; acts as lead-person for the Radiation Protection Specialist. Reviews plans and specifications of proposed X-ray or radioactive materials installations, including radiation therapy machines and Positron Emission Tomography Scanners, and performs complex calculations to determine shielding design accuracy. Utilizes a variety of radiation measuring instruments, test equipment, phantoms, and computers, following established procedures, to determine compliance with Federal, State, and County laws and regulations, and radiation safety practices. Measures the adequacy of shielding in walls using radiation detection instruments. Prepares written reports of inspection findings, including letters and Notices of Violations to users; follows-up on violations to ensure timely and appropriate corrective action; prepares written reports and letters to applicants of shielding adequacies or deficiencies. Enforces State, Federal, and County laws regarding the manufacture, installation, and use of X-ray equipment located in medical, dental, industrial, research, and academic facilities; enforces the State's certification law regarding licentiates, technologists, and technicians who use X-ray equipment. Provides consultation and training to physicians, dentists, X-ray personnel, and the public on proper practices, procedures, safety, and legal requirements in the use of radiation producing equipment. Reviews reports of personnel monitoring exposures, investigates incidents of radiation exposure and complaints, and requires appropriate control measures. Trains Radiation Protection Specialists in all phases of inspection techniques and procedures, program policies, and interpretation of regulations. Oversees the radiation exposure monitoring program of Radiation Management staff. Responds to emergency situations involving radiation incidents. Completes special projects such as the Nationwide Evaluation of X-ray Trends (NEXT) and Federal Compliance Tests. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option 1: Possession of a valid *certificate in diagnostic or therapeutic radiologic technology or nuclear medicine technology issued by the California Department of Public Health -OR- the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - OR - Possession of a health physics technology *certificate from an accredited two-year program -AND- Six (6) years of experience in a regulatory program conducting investigations and surveying the use of radiological equipment, providing advice on safe practices in radiation, and compliance with rules and regulations governing radiation use. Option 2: A Bachelor's degree from an **accredited college or university with a major in radiologic health, radiologic science , radiologic technology , health physics , physics , engineering , mathematics , physical science , or a ***closely related field -AND- Three (3) years of ****professional experience in health physics or a closely related field. Option 3: One (1) year of experience performing the duties of a *****Radiation Protection Specialist with Los Angeles County Department of Public Health - Environmental Health. 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 III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: You must POSSESS and CLEARLY EXPRESS detailed years of experience performing relevant duties, related to the requirements within your online job application under the "Experience" area . *Please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed for the required certificates. Provide the title of your required license and certifications, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Requirements on your application at the time of filing or e-mail the information to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing . **ACCREDITATION : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcript(s), or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . Foreign studies must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) . (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) *** Examples of c losely r elated fields: Nuclear Engineering, Physics of Instrumentation, Geologic Science, or Chemistry. **** Professional experience in health physics : Experience gained in the field of radiation protection subsequent to receiving a bachelor's degree. *****In the County of Los Angeles, a Radiation Protection Specialist c onducts inspections, investigations, and tests to detect and control radiation hazards arising from the use of X-ray equipment, and ensures compliance with State, Federal, and County laws and regulations. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Experience beyond the Minimum Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an Evaluation Experience based upon the application, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added onto the register of eligible candidates. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register (hiring list) does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : The names of candidates will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the register of eligible candidates accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION : The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees will be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. ______________________________________________________ SPECIAL INFORMATION APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be submitted ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing 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 the County of Los Angeles Job Opportunities Website, 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. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED . IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. 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 in equalities 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. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator/ . NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. 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. California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y0927E FILING START DATE June 2, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES : The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. THE MISSION: “To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.” DEFINITION : Provides support in the process of obtaining, verifying and assessing the qualifications of physician and allied health professionals to provide patient care services. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Under general supervision, positions allocable to this class are responsible for collecting, reviewing, monitoring, and updating credentialing documentation for existing and the appointment of new medical providers. Incumbents follow policies and procedures, established by departmental by-laws and regulatory agencies, to evaluate and verify professional licensure, education, training, experience, competencies and hospital affiliations to ensure that medical providers are appropriately qualified and privileged. Incumbents in this class are required to serve a one-year probationary period. Positions allocated to the Department of Health Services report to the Medical Staff Coordinator of a hospital, or a Physician in a Multi-Service Ambulatory Care Center. Positions allocated to the Department of Mental Health typically report to a higher-level manager and are responsible for processing and maintaining credentialing documentation for review by the credentialing review committee. Essential Job Functions Receives and processes applications for credentialing and privileging from licensed independent practitioners and allied health professionals applying for membership in the Professional Staff Association (PSA); notifies the respective department chair and the applicant of their status and time frames for completion. Reviews applications for required documentation; verifies credentials, education, employment history, licensure, professional references, hospital affiliations and liability claims history by performing on-line queries from a variety of resources, such as the National Practitioner Data Bank, American Medical Association, Drug Enforcement Administration, and Office of the Inspector General. Ensures physicians, allied health professionals and other practitioners of a healthcare facility are properly licensed, trained, and certified as mandated by state and federal regulations. Reviews requested privileges to ensure that appropriate criteria and training is documented for the privileges sought. Monitors documentation of provisional applications for completion of proctoring; notifies the respective department chair and provisional members regarding their status and time frames for completion of proctoring. Prepares summary report of each application for evaluation and review by the Credentials and Medical Executive Committees; identifies any potential adverse information. Maintains application and credentialing files in a confidential manner; regularly enters credentialing information into the database to ensure information on credentialing, privileging, certifications, prerogatives and competencies are current; disseminates data to authorized personnel. Prepares reports or credential files for periodic audits by Consolidated Accreditation and Licensure Survey and Office of Managed Care as requested; conducts internal reviews; and completes required tasks as necessary. Generates letters to hospital affiliations and other agencies to obtain information of the practitioner's professional competency. Responds to inquiries from other agencies requesting employment verification and relevant information on current and past members of the PSA. Prepares reports for various committees as requested on a periodic basis. Participates in the development and implementation of credentialing processes and procedures. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of recent*, full time** experience in a Medical Staff Services office*** at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Intermediate Typist Clerk**** or higher. 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. CERTIFICATION: Successful certification as a Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist issued by the National Association of Medical Staff Services will be required before final appointment. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *Recent experience is deemed to be within the last five (5) years. **Full time experience is 40 hours per week. Part-time experience will be prorated to full-time experience. ***Definition of Medical Staff Services office is primarily accountable for the administrative and credentialing compliance structure of the medical staff organization. ****For this examination, an Intermediate Typist Clerk performs duties that include, but are not limited to, assisting in processing paperwork, initial credentialing, re-credentialing and ensuring that the database includes detailing the practitioners' education, training, licensing, experience, and other information are accurate and up to date. Additional Information tional Information: EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination to be added to the eligible register. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be awarded for experience beyond the Selection Requirements. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION : The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ALLOWED. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY . APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED . Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. 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 . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and 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. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted . NOTE : If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, Gabriela Caudillo, at gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title . For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicant provide a valid email address. Please add gacaudillo1 @dhs.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@govermentjobs.com and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. 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. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. 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. 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 : LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE : (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT Gabriela Caudillo, Exam Analyst gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty .gov (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y0927E FILING START DATE June 2, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES : The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. THE MISSION: “To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.” DEFINITION : Provides support in the process of obtaining, verifying and assessing the qualifications of physician and allied health professionals to provide patient care services. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Under general supervision, positions allocable to this class are responsible for collecting, reviewing, monitoring, and updating credentialing documentation for existing and the appointment of new medical providers. Incumbents follow policies and procedures, established by departmental by-laws and regulatory agencies, to evaluate and verify professional licensure, education, training, experience, competencies and hospital affiliations to ensure that medical providers are appropriately qualified and privileged. Incumbents in this class are required to serve a one-year probationary period. Positions allocated to the Department of Health Services report to the Medical Staff Coordinator of a hospital, or a Physician in a Multi-Service Ambulatory Care Center. Positions allocated to the Department of Mental Health typically report to a higher-level manager and are responsible for processing and maintaining credentialing documentation for review by the credentialing review committee. Essential Job Functions Receives and processes applications for credentialing and privileging from licensed independent practitioners and allied health professionals applying for membership in the Professional Staff Association (PSA); notifies the respective department chair and the applicant of their status and time frames for completion. Reviews applications for required documentation; verifies credentials, education, employment history, licensure, professional references, hospital affiliations and liability claims history by performing on-line queries from a variety of resources, such as the National Practitioner Data Bank, American Medical Association, Drug Enforcement Administration, and Office of the Inspector General. Ensures physicians, allied health professionals and other practitioners of a healthcare facility are properly licensed, trained, and certified as mandated by state and federal regulations. Reviews requested privileges to ensure that appropriate criteria and training is documented for the privileges sought. Monitors documentation of provisional applications for completion of proctoring; notifies the respective department chair and provisional members regarding their status and time frames for completion of proctoring. Prepares summary report of each application for evaluation and review by the Credentials and Medical Executive Committees; identifies any potential adverse information. Maintains application and credentialing files in a confidential manner; regularly enters credentialing information into the database to ensure information on credentialing, privileging, certifications, prerogatives and competencies are current; disseminates data to authorized personnel. Prepares reports or credential files for periodic audits by Consolidated Accreditation and Licensure Survey and Office of Managed Care as requested; conducts internal reviews; and completes required tasks as necessary. Generates letters to hospital affiliations and other agencies to obtain information of the practitioner's professional competency. Responds to inquiries from other agencies requesting employment verification and relevant information on current and past members of the PSA. Prepares reports for various committees as requested on a periodic basis. Participates in the development and implementation of credentialing processes and procedures. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of recent*, full time** experience in a Medical Staff Services office*** at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Intermediate Typist Clerk**** or higher. 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. CERTIFICATION: Successful certification as a Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist issued by the National Association of Medical Staff Services will be required before final appointment. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *Recent experience is deemed to be within the last five (5) years. **Full time experience is 40 hours per week. Part-time experience will be prorated to full-time experience. ***Definition of Medical Staff Services office is primarily accountable for the administrative and credentialing compliance structure of the medical staff organization. ****For this examination, an Intermediate Typist Clerk performs duties that include, but are not limited to, assisting in processing paperwork, initial credentialing, re-credentialing and ensuring that the database includes detailing the practitioners' education, training, licensing, experience, and other information are accurate and up to date. Additional Information tional Information: EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination to be added to the eligible register. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be awarded for experience beyond the Selection Requirements. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION : The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ALLOWED. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY . APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED . Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. 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 . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and 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. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted . NOTE : If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, Gabriela Caudillo, at gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title . For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicant provide a valid email address. Please add gacaudillo1 @dhs.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@govermentjobs.com and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. 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. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. 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. 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 : LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE : (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT Gabriela Caudillo, Exam Analyst gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty .gov (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH5476A FILING DATE : Friday, January 31, 2020 at 08:00 a.m. (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity This announcement is being reposted to update the position information, duties, and desirable qualifications. OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE: No out-of-class experience will be accepted. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: All persons appointed to the position of Physician Specialist, Non-Megaflex (5476) who have obtained certification by the appropriate American Medical Specialty Board in the specialty to which he/she is assigned, shall receive an additional compensation of a flat-rate monthly bonus equal to 5.5 percent of the step on the appropriate P schedule or D schedule to which they are entitled based upon experience. Such bonus shall only be given for certification in one specialty. DEFINITION: Incumbents in these positions are physicians licensed to render specialized professional medical services in a specific field. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to a Chief Physician or Medical Director and provide specialized medical services which requires completion of an approved residency in an appropriate specialty. The Physician Specialist, M.D. performs the full range of professional level work including surgical procedures, examining, evaluating, diagnosing and treating patient illnesses, assessing signs and symptoms, reviewing laboratory and radiological data, and directing nurses, aides and others in the care and treatment of patients. The position is responsible for planning and directing health programs within an appropriate specialty and for training and/or assisting in the training of physicians assigned to intern or residency programs. Incumbents are required to exercise knowledge of departmental policies and procedures and to actively demonstrate skills typically associated with their specialty field(s). This list will be used to fill various vacancies throughout the Department of Public Health, including in the Substance Abuse Prevention and Control (SAPC) Bureau. The position in SAPC will provide clinical leadership and manage the work of designated staff assigned to harm reduction and prevention programs to support all aspects of SAPC’s substance use prevention and harm reduction programming, including the development of policies and procedures to facilitate quality and evidence-based service delivery, and working with leadership to develop strategies to enhance and expand service delivery and workforce development. Essential Job Functions Provides clinical leadership, direction, oversight, and expansion of SAPC’s harm reduction network known as Engagement and Overdose Prevention (EOP) Hubs, including community-based organizations that distribute naloxone and operate syringe services programs, which includes directing the administration of policies, network management activities, and executing and monitoring budgets and contracts. Provides clinical leadership, direction, and oversight to SAPC’s campaigns and work with designated internal and external partners ensuring appropriate training and educational resources are available to SAPC’s prevention and harm reduction contracted networks and to relevant community partners which include but are not limited to public health, healthcare, education, child welfare, and library sectors. Training topics include, but are not limited to, SBIRT, substance use prevention and awareness, overdose prevention and response, and harm reduction. Leads the County’s various substance use prevention and overdose response efforts including but not limited to the countywide Safe Med LA opioid coalition, the Substance Use Peer Educator for Risk Reduction (SUPERR) program, the Meth Prevention Committee within the Meth Task Force, and other prevention and harm reduction focused initiatives in partnership with relevant stakeholders. Develops partnerships with various federal, state, county, municipal, and other public, private, and community-based agencies to collaboratively achieve prevention and harm reduction goals and bring added value to other efforts (e.g., promoting alternate activities for high-risk youth; promoting protective factors such as positive youth development; destigmatization around harm reduction programming; increasing the alignment between the full spectrum of prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery support programs). Provides consultation, training, research, and clinical expertise to leadership and staff, including external agencies, and serve as a departmental authority and spokesperson to guide the coordination and administration of all aspects of substance use prevention and harm reduction activities, including responding to emergent efforts and working with other DPH programs, County departments, and communities to integrate prevention and harm reduction into services provided and recommending adoption of evidence-based, best, promising and innovative practices for related to substance use prevention and harm reduction. Performs or assists in carrying out administrative responsibilities which may include such duties as budget preparation for the section, determining equipment and supply needs, carrying out personnel functions, or developing revising work procedures to expedite work load or improve level of service. Assists in the planning and direction of health programs within the addiction and health field. Consults with physical, behavioral health and social service providers regarding care of patients and medical and diagnostic work performed. Provides consultation to other health and social service providers, including specialists in other fields. Advise and assist the SAPC Medical Director and staff with routine and one-time assignments, audits, specialized research, special studies, and critical reviews of policies, procedures, medical records and clinical practices, including preventive and educational strategies, as needed. Follow established policies and procedures within scope of practice. Comply with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements. Interpret and support standards and requirements to others, and completed other assignments, as assigned. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in one or more designated specialties* or equivalent training**. LICENSE: California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California.*** 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: 3- Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE COMPLETION OF RESIDENCY PROGRAM Applicants who have completed a residency training program approved by the American Specialty Board MUST attach a legible copy of the certificate of completion to the application at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . Certification may be designated in one or more of following specialties: Anesthesiology Dermatology Emergency Medicine Family Practice Int Med-General Int Med-Endocrinology Int Med-Cardiology (Invasive) Int Med-Cardiology (Non-Invasive) Int Med-Critical Care Int Med-Gastro (Invasive) Int Med-Gastro (Non-Invasive) Int Med-Hematology/Oncology Int Med-Infectious Disease Int Med-Nephrology Int Med-Pulmonary (Invasive) Int Med-Pulmonary (Non-Invasive) Int Med-Rheumatology Neurology Nuclear Medicine ObGyn-General ObGyn-Gynecologic Oncology ObGyn-Maternal/Fetal Medicine Otolaryngology Pathology Pathology-Forensic Pediatrics Pediatrics-Neonatal/Critical Care Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Preventive Medicine Preventive Medicine-Public Health and General Preventive Medicine Psychiatry Radiology-General/Diagnostic Radiology-Vasc/Int Diagnostic Surgery-Cardio Thoracic Surgery-Critical Care Surgery-General Surgery-Neurological Surgery-Ophthalmology Surgery-Orthopedics Surgery-Pediatric Surgery-Plastic Surgery-Urologic Surgery-Vascular **Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent. Equivalent training for appointments to the specialty of Emergency Medicine will be that training and/or experience approved by the Director of Public Health. ***INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE REQUIRED CALIFORNIA STATE PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON'S CERTIFICATE Applicants who have the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California MUST attach a legible copy of the certificate to the application at the the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted licenses and/or certificates will NOT be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be allocated for applicants who possess the following full-time work experience listed below: Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders and/or agencies that target substance use disorders. Experience performing administrative leadership functions. Experience working in complex governmental systems/organizations. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon the application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing, weighted 100% . Candidates must meet the Minimum Requirements and must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added on the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being placed on the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. Final results will be sent via United States Postal Service (USPS). Final Scores cannot be given over the phone or by email. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Completed applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any 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 license, certificates, documents, and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applicants must submit their completed applications by 5:00 p.m., PDT, on the last day of filing. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS . Fill out your application completely to receive full credit for any relevant education, training, and job experience you include. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work and duties performed. If your application incomplete, the application will be REJECTED . Failure to provide complete, accurate information will impact the assessment of your qualifications and the acceptance of your application into the examination process. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of 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/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application may be REJECTED AS INCOMPLETE. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes in the following format: XXX-XX-XXXX. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. 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 or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323)659-6546 Department Contact Email: hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator: (323)659-6546 Teletype Phone: (213) 974-0911 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH5476A FILING DATE : Friday, January 31, 2020 at 08:00 a.m. (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity This announcement is being reposted to update the position information, duties, and desirable qualifications. OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE: No out-of-class experience will be accepted. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: All persons appointed to the position of Physician Specialist, Non-Megaflex (5476) who have obtained certification by the appropriate American Medical Specialty Board in the specialty to which he/she is assigned, shall receive an additional compensation of a flat-rate monthly bonus equal to 5.5 percent of the step on the appropriate P schedule or D schedule to which they are entitled based upon experience. Such bonus shall only be given for certification in one specialty. DEFINITION: Incumbents in these positions are physicians licensed to render specialized professional medical services in a specific field. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to a Chief Physician or Medical Director and provide specialized medical services which requires completion of an approved residency in an appropriate specialty. The Physician Specialist, M.D. performs the full range of professional level work including surgical procedures, examining, evaluating, diagnosing and treating patient illnesses, assessing signs and symptoms, reviewing laboratory and radiological data, and directing nurses, aides and others in the care and treatment of patients. The position is responsible for planning and directing health programs within an appropriate specialty and for training and/or assisting in the training of physicians assigned to intern or residency programs. Incumbents are required to exercise knowledge of departmental policies and procedures and to actively demonstrate skills typically associated with their specialty field(s). This list will be used to fill various vacancies throughout the Department of Public Health, including in the Substance Abuse Prevention and Control (SAPC) Bureau. The position in SAPC will provide clinical leadership and manage the work of designated staff assigned to harm reduction and prevention programs to support all aspects of SAPC’s substance use prevention and harm reduction programming, including the development of policies and procedures to facilitate quality and evidence-based service delivery, and working with leadership to develop strategies to enhance and expand service delivery and workforce development. Essential Job Functions Provides clinical leadership, direction, oversight, and expansion of SAPC’s harm reduction network known as Engagement and Overdose Prevention (EOP) Hubs, including community-based organizations that distribute naloxone and operate syringe services programs, which includes directing the administration of policies, network management activities, and executing and monitoring budgets and contracts. Provides clinical leadership, direction, and oversight to SAPC’s campaigns and work with designated internal and external partners ensuring appropriate training and educational resources are available to SAPC’s prevention and harm reduction contracted networks and to relevant community partners which include but are not limited to public health, healthcare, education, child welfare, and library sectors. Training topics include, but are not limited to, SBIRT, substance use prevention and awareness, overdose prevention and response, and harm reduction. Leads the County’s various substance use prevention and overdose response efforts including but not limited to the countywide Safe Med LA opioid coalition, the Substance Use Peer Educator for Risk Reduction (SUPERR) program, the Meth Prevention Committee within the Meth Task Force, and other prevention and harm reduction focused initiatives in partnership with relevant stakeholders. Develops partnerships with various federal, state, county, municipal, and other public, private, and community-based agencies to collaboratively achieve prevention and harm reduction goals and bring added value to other efforts (e.g., promoting alternate activities for high-risk youth; promoting protective factors such as positive youth development; destigmatization around harm reduction programming; increasing the alignment between the full spectrum of prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery support programs). Provides consultation, training, research, and clinical expertise to leadership and staff, including external agencies, and serve as a departmental authority and spokesperson to guide the coordination and administration of all aspects of substance use prevention and harm reduction activities, including responding to emergent efforts and working with other DPH programs, County departments, and communities to integrate prevention and harm reduction into services provided and recommending adoption of evidence-based, best, promising and innovative practices for related to substance use prevention and harm reduction. Performs or assists in carrying out administrative responsibilities which may include such duties as budget preparation for the section, determining equipment and supply needs, carrying out personnel functions, or developing revising work procedures to expedite work load or improve level of service. Assists in the planning and direction of health programs within the addiction and health field. Consults with physical, behavioral health and social service providers regarding care of patients and medical and diagnostic work performed. Provides consultation to other health and social service providers, including specialists in other fields. Advise and assist the SAPC Medical Director and staff with routine and one-time assignments, audits, specialized research, special studies, and critical reviews of policies, procedures, medical records and clinical practices, including preventive and educational strategies, as needed. Follow established policies and procedures within scope of practice. Comply with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements. Interpret and support standards and requirements to others, and completed other assignments, as assigned. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in one or more designated specialties* or equivalent training**. LICENSE: California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California.*** 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: 3- Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE COMPLETION OF RESIDENCY PROGRAM Applicants who have completed a residency training program approved by the American Specialty Board MUST attach a legible copy of the certificate of completion to the application at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . Certification may be designated in one or more of following specialties: Anesthesiology Dermatology Emergency Medicine Family Practice Int Med-General Int Med-Endocrinology Int Med-Cardiology (Invasive) Int Med-Cardiology (Non-Invasive) Int Med-Critical Care Int Med-Gastro (Invasive) Int Med-Gastro (Non-Invasive) Int Med-Hematology/Oncology Int Med-Infectious Disease Int Med-Nephrology Int Med-Pulmonary (Invasive) Int Med-Pulmonary (Non-Invasive) Int Med-Rheumatology Neurology Nuclear Medicine ObGyn-General ObGyn-Gynecologic Oncology ObGyn-Maternal/Fetal Medicine Otolaryngology Pathology Pathology-Forensic Pediatrics Pediatrics-Neonatal/Critical Care Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Preventive Medicine Preventive Medicine-Public Health and General Preventive Medicine Psychiatry Radiology-General/Diagnostic Radiology-Vasc/Int Diagnostic Surgery-Cardio Thoracic Surgery-Critical Care Surgery-General Surgery-Neurological Surgery-Ophthalmology Surgery-Orthopedics Surgery-Pediatric Surgery-Plastic Surgery-Urologic Surgery-Vascular **Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent. Equivalent training for appointments to the specialty of Emergency Medicine will be that training and/or experience approved by the Director of Public Health. ***INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE REQUIRED CALIFORNIA STATE PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON'S CERTIFICATE Applicants who have the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California MUST attach a legible copy of the certificate to the application at the the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted licenses and/or certificates will NOT be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be allocated for applicants who possess the following full-time work experience listed below: Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders and/or agencies that target substance use disorders. Experience performing administrative leadership functions. Experience working in complex governmental systems/organizations. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon the application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing, weighted 100% . Candidates must meet the Minimum Requirements and must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added on the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being placed on the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. Final results will be sent via United States Postal Service (USPS). Final Scores cannot be given over the phone or by email. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Completed applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any 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 license, certificates, documents, and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applicants must submit their completed applications by 5:00 p.m., PDT, on the last day of filing. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS . Fill out your application completely to receive full credit for any relevant education, training, and job experience you include. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work and duties performed. If your application incomplete, the application will be REJECTED . Failure to provide complete, accurate information will impact the assessment of your qualifications and the acceptance of your application into the examination process. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of 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/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application may be REJECTED AS INCOMPLETE. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes in the following format: XXX-XX-XXXX. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. 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 or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323)659-6546 Department Contact Email: hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator: (323)659-6546 Teletype Phone: (213) 974-0911 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information First day of filing: November 15, 2022 @ 8:00 A.M., PT Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y7200A OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED. OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE IS GAINED WHEN PERFORMING SIGNFICANT DUTIES OF HIGHER-LEVEL AND WHEN THESE DUTIES ARE OUTSIDE THE SCOPE OF THE EMPLOYEE’S NORMAL POSITION OR INCONSISTENT WITH THE HELD PAYROLL TITLE All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual operating budget of $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Inspects, maintains and repairs various control, indicating and recording instruments used in the monitoring and operation of high and low pressure heating plants and refrigeration plants; and as a Stationary Engineer, operates and maintains heating and refrigeration plants. Essential Job Functions Operates, maintains, repairs, and inspects motors, turbines and steam-driven equipment, steam reducing stations expansion tanks, air compressors, supply and exhaust fans, various kinds of pumps and valves, steam traps, water treatment systems, water heaters and other heating plant auxiliary equipment. Operates, maintains, repairs and inspects reciprocating, centrifugal or absorption central air conditioning machinery including condensers, evaporators, cooling towers, pumps, purge tanks and related equipment. Tests boiler water, condensate, cooling tower water, and water from other systems, and adds corrective chemicals or adjusts chemical pumps as needed. Inspects, operates, monitors, calibrates, and responds to related building control systems, including fire alarm systems, life safety systems, and main electrical distribution stations for to ensure proper operating conditions. Drives automotive equipment to and from work sites, in order to transport the necessary tools, equipment, and materials required to perform the job. Uses various electronic, manual, and computer-based control systems to adjust or bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges, switch to backup equipment or systems, or shut down equipment to perform preventative maintenance at periodic intervals or as needed. Operates, maintains, repairs, and inspects manual and automatic gas- and oil-fired high-pressure steam or high temperature hot water boilers. Performs required continuous emissions monitoring system calibrations. Troubleshoots control system components and replaces or repairs defective parts. Maintains logs of plant operations and records maintenance and repair work performed, including fuel logs and fuel storage tanks. Operates, monitors, calibrates, and inspects various types of meters, gauges, automatic recording devices for equipment readings, at periodic intervals or as needed, to verify operating conditions, detect malfunctions/need for repair, and to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Operates, troubleshoots, and repairs electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, gas turbines and related systems, and high voltage systems and equipment. Uses hand tools and precision instruments to install, maintain, adjust and repair indicating, recording, telemetering, and control instruments used to measure and control variables, such as pressure, flow, temperature, motion, force and chemical composition of boiler and refrigeration water. Disassembles, inspects, and tests instruments for conformance with specifications, using test instruments such as potentiometers, resistance bridges, manometers and pressure gauges Disassembles malfunctioning instruments, and inspects and tests mechanisms and circuitry for defects. Performs annual boiler testing for emissions. Tests, operates and maintains emergency diesel-powered electric generating equipment, and synchronizes electronic controls and Automatic Transfer Switches. Prepares drawings for the fabrication and modification of instrument parts and components. Inspects, adjusts, repairs and maintains refrigeration units for food storage boxes. Inspects, maintains, and adjusts oxygen and vacuum systems for proper pressure, leaks or stoppages and makes emergency repairs. Work with outside contractors and verify work is satisfactorily completed as assigned. Request quotes from vendors for equipment, parts, tools, or service and generate purchase orders as assigned. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: One (1) year of experience in the maintenance and operation of high pressure heating plants and refrigeration plants at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Stationary Engineer II* -AND- One (1) year of experience in the repair and maintenance of industrial control instruments; or fifteen (15) semester units, 22.5 quarter units or its equivalent, from an accredited junior college, college or trade school in the technology or the application of technology directly related to the repair and maintenance of electronic, pneumatic or hydraulic industrial control instruments, at least nine semester units of which must have been in electronics DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given for experience in excess of the minimum requirements at the level of Stationary Engineer II. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. An Unlimited Steam Engineer's License issued by the City of Los Angeles' Department of Building and Safety. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Universal Technical Certificate in compliance with Federal license requirements as provided in Chapter V, Section 608. PHYSICAL CLASS III - MODERATE: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds . SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Experience at the level of Stationary Engineer II is defined as: Has responsibility on a shift for the operation and maintenance of a combined high-pressure heating and central refrigeration plant - OR- in a very large facility, has responsibility on a shift for assignments which include either the operation and maintenance of a high-pressure heating plant or refrigeration plant. - OR- is assigned to a geographic area of a major multi-hospital medical center which requires maintenance and operation of steam reducing stations, ventilation and refrigeration equipment, and various mechanical and electrical equipment and controls. In order to receive credit for the required degree/coursework, certification, and/or license, you must include a legible copy of the official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, and/or a legible copy of the official certificate and/or license at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days from the date of filing application (if applicable). Please submit documentation to esanchez3@dhs.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. All applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of required license(s)/certificate(s) to the application at the time of filing. If you are unable to attach the required license(s)/certificate(s) you e-mail the documents to the exam analyst at esanchez3@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected. Please include your name, the exam number and the exam title. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: The examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, weighted 100%. Additional points is awarded for additional experience beyond the Minimum Requirements. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR ABOVE ON THIS EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Hardcopy/paper applications submitted by U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted . Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply " tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5 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 www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. . Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Provide relevant experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job position. Do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your job position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Important Notes: All information and documents provided by applicants 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 the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Resume" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. Please access the link below for important Employment Information http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please provide your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. 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 . DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Eric Sanchez, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 esanchez3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-5208 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 30, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information First day of filing: November 15, 2022 @ 8:00 A.M., PT Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y7200A OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED. OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE IS GAINED WHEN PERFORMING SIGNFICANT DUTIES OF HIGHER-LEVEL AND WHEN THESE DUTIES ARE OUTSIDE THE SCOPE OF THE EMPLOYEE’S NORMAL POSITION OR INCONSISTENT WITH THE HELD PAYROLL TITLE All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual operating budget of $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Inspects, maintains and repairs various control, indicating and recording instruments used in the monitoring and operation of high and low pressure heating plants and refrigeration plants; and as a Stationary Engineer, operates and maintains heating and refrigeration plants. Essential Job Functions Operates, maintains, repairs, and inspects motors, turbines and steam-driven equipment, steam reducing stations expansion tanks, air compressors, supply and exhaust fans, various kinds of pumps and valves, steam traps, water treatment systems, water heaters and other heating plant auxiliary equipment. Operates, maintains, repairs and inspects reciprocating, centrifugal or absorption central air conditioning machinery including condensers, evaporators, cooling towers, pumps, purge tanks and related equipment. Tests boiler water, condensate, cooling tower water, and water from other systems, and adds corrective chemicals or adjusts chemical pumps as needed. Inspects, operates, monitors, calibrates, and responds to related building control systems, including fire alarm systems, life safety systems, and main electrical distribution stations for to ensure proper operating conditions. Drives automotive equipment to and from work sites, in order to transport the necessary tools, equipment, and materials required to perform the job. Uses various electronic, manual, and computer-based control systems to adjust or bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges, switch to backup equipment or systems, or shut down equipment to perform preventative maintenance at periodic intervals or as needed. Operates, maintains, repairs, and inspects manual and automatic gas- and oil-fired high-pressure steam or high temperature hot water boilers. Performs required continuous emissions monitoring system calibrations. Troubleshoots control system components and replaces or repairs defective parts. Maintains logs of plant operations and records maintenance and repair work performed, including fuel logs and fuel storage tanks. Operates, monitors, calibrates, and inspects various types of meters, gauges, automatic recording devices for equipment readings, at periodic intervals or as needed, to verify operating conditions, detect malfunctions/need for repair, and to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Operates, troubleshoots, and repairs electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, gas turbines and related systems, and high voltage systems and equipment. Uses hand tools and precision instruments to install, maintain, adjust and repair indicating, recording, telemetering, and control instruments used to measure and control variables, such as pressure, flow, temperature, motion, force and chemical composition of boiler and refrigeration water. Disassembles, inspects, and tests instruments for conformance with specifications, using test instruments such as potentiometers, resistance bridges, manometers and pressure gauges Disassembles malfunctioning instruments, and inspects and tests mechanisms and circuitry for defects. Performs annual boiler testing for emissions. Tests, operates and maintains emergency diesel-powered electric generating equipment, and synchronizes electronic controls and Automatic Transfer Switches. Prepares drawings for the fabrication and modification of instrument parts and components. Inspects, adjusts, repairs and maintains refrigeration units for food storage boxes. Inspects, maintains, and adjusts oxygen and vacuum systems for proper pressure, leaks or stoppages and makes emergency repairs. Work with outside contractors and verify work is satisfactorily completed as assigned. Request quotes from vendors for equipment, parts, tools, or service and generate purchase orders as assigned. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: One (1) year of experience in the maintenance and operation of high pressure heating plants and refrigeration plants at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Stationary Engineer II* -AND- One (1) year of experience in the repair and maintenance of industrial control instruments; or fifteen (15) semester units, 22.5 quarter units or its equivalent, from an accredited junior college, college or trade school in the technology or the application of technology directly related to the repair and maintenance of electronic, pneumatic or hydraulic industrial control instruments, at least nine semester units of which must have been in electronics DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given for experience in excess of the minimum requirements at the level of Stationary Engineer II. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. An Unlimited Steam Engineer's License issued by the City of Los Angeles' Department of Building and Safety. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Universal Technical Certificate in compliance with Federal license requirements as provided in Chapter V, Section 608. PHYSICAL CLASS III - MODERATE: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds . SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Experience at the level of Stationary Engineer II is defined as: Has responsibility on a shift for the operation and maintenance of a combined high-pressure heating and central refrigeration plant - OR- in a very large facility, has responsibility on a shift for assignments which include either the operation and maintenance of a high-pressure heating plant or refrigeration plant. - OR- is assigned to a geographic area of a major multi-hospital medical center which requires maintenance and operation of steam reducing stations, ventilation and refrigeration equipment, and various mechanical and electrical equipment and controls. In order to receive credit for the required degree/coursework, certification, and/or license, you must include a legible copy of the official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, and/or a legible copy of the official certificate and/or license at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days from the date of filing application (if applicable). Please submit documentation to esanchez3@dhs.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. All applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of required license(s)/certificate(s) to the application at the time of filing. If you are unable to attach the required license(s)/certificate(s) you e-mail the documents to the exam analyst at esanchez3@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected. Please include your name, the exam number and the exam title. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: The examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, weighted 100%. Additional points is awarded for additional experience beyond the Minimum Requirements. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR ABOVE ON THIS EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Hardcopy/paper applications submitted by U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted . Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply " tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5 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 www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. . Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Provide relevant experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job position. Do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your job position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Important Notes: All information and documents provided by applicants 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 the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Resume" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. Please access the link below for important Employment Information http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please provide your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. 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 . DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Eric Sanchez, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 esanchez3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-5208 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information LA COUNTY LIBRARY REPOSTING INFORMATION This announcement is being reposted to reopen the filing period and update posting language. EXAM NUMBER Q8337Q FIRST DAY OF FILING February 20, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY LA County Library is one of the largest and most innovative library systems in the US. It offers free public resources including books, music, multimedia materials, computers and internet access and educational and recreational services to 3.4 million residents through its 85 libraries and mobile fleet of vehicles. LA County library is dedicated to reducing barriers and increasing equity and access to public services for all. LA County Library seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. The library fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and fairness, so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Flexible Benefit Plans - The County provides each employee with a monthly "benefit allowance" they can use to pay for benefits, allowing employees to choose among a variety of pre-tax and after-tax benefits. Robust Retirement Packages - Contributory-defined benefit plan; optional tax-deferred income plans that may include a county matching contribution up to 4% of employee's salary. Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits 13 paid holidays per year Click Here for more details on employee benefits . The Position: Has immediate charge of a Group II level community library, or coordinates a regional specialized library service or department-wide special service program; or performs highly-specialized work evaluating and selecting materials for the department's collection; or directs the performance of difficult Technical Services support functions. Positions allocable to this class work under the general supervision of an Assistant Library Administrator or Library Administrator, and either: 1) have immediate charge of a Group II level community library including the supervision of lower-level professional, and/or paraprofessional and clerical staff; 2) have responsibility for developing, coordinating, and supervising youth or adult library services for a region; 3) coordinate a highly-specialized department-wide special service program, such as Emergent Literacy, Teen Services and Internet Services; 4) perform highly-specialized library work evaluating and selecting materials to be added to the department's collection; 5) perform the more difficult department-wide technical support functions, Financial Control, Cataloging, Materials Management and Processing, which includes the supervision of professional and/or paraprofessional and clerical staff. Positions in this class must demonstrate awareness of local community trends and issues impacting the Library; be able to make presentations and provide individual and group instruction, exercise independent judgment in performing assignments; and exercise knowledge of the theories, principles, and techniques of librarianship. Incumbents must also possess specialized professional expertise in their particular area of assignment and use current technology to perform librarian duties. Supervisory positions must also exercise knowledge of the principles of supervision, terms and conditions of applicable Memoranda of Understanding, and departmental policies, rules, library locations, and services. As essential functions of the position, incumbents may be required to bend, stoop, squat, twist, reach, work on irregular surfaces, lift objects of moderate weight, and stand or walk for long periods of time. Essential Job Functions Essential duties include, but are not limited to: All Positions Conducts individual and may conduct group instruction in the proper use of Library technology and resources and the development of professional staff/succession planning. Research grant programs, write funding applications, and assist in coordinating activities of a grant program. Maintains records and prepares reports, as directed. Implements policies and procedures. Serve on committees to develop programs, policies, procedures, and training as needed. Community Libraries and Regional Offices Directs the operations of a Group II level community library including the supervision of assigned library personnel; interprets library policies and procedures to staff and to customers; analyzes customer needs in order to provide responsive library services; serves as a liaison with local officials, groups, and agencies; coordinates the activities of volunteer groups; and maintains a safe, clean, and orderly facility. Has primary responsibility for maintaining a continuing relationship with County/city officials, community organizations, schools and other agencies on all matters concerning library services; clarifies department policies and procedures, and promotes good communications and a cooperative relationship between the community and Library. Develops strategies to market department programs and activities to the public and community. Promotes and maintains public relations for Library programs, services or activities, such as preparing articles announcing Library activities for community newspapers. Coordinates youth library programs and services for a region; orders and selects juvenile books for libraries in their region; coordinates summer reading programs and other regional activities; coordinates outreach activities for all ages; manages program budgets; trains regional personnel on methods of service delivery; may assist the Children's Book Evaluator in department-wide purchases. Coordinates adult library programs and services for a region; manages program budgets, trains regional personnel on methods of service delivery; approves program activity publicity; serves as technology consultant on library-oriented technology. Acts in-charge of more than one community library as needed. Public Services Administration Serves a departmental specialist in the evaluation and selection of library materials customized for each community library's needs, such as books electronic databases, audio-visual, or special materials; guides collection development for the department; manages materials budget for each individual community library; advises and assists field staff in developing collection profiles; provides opportunities for staff to develop reader's advisory skills; assists in the training of staff in collection development activities. Serves as departmental specialist in managing Early Childhood Services and Programs such as Family Place and storytime; oversees the quality of standards in Early Childhood Library programs; trains staff in practice and theory in developing model Early Childhood Services; provides outreach to groups and agencies that focus on Early Childhood issues and outcomes such as child development, education, health, childcare; consults on the development of library spaces appropriate for toddlers and pre-schoolers; oversees special projects as assigned. Serves as departmental specialist in managing and developing all aspects of library service for youth, including services for both middle school and high school students; supports reading motivation and learning activities to meet a variety of developmental stages and interests; develops and participates in collaborative programs; orders materials for the Young Teen collection; trains staff to provide quality programs and services for teens; consults in the development of appealing teen spaces in libraries; serves as liaison to various County departments and agencies to support the improvement of library and literacy services for teens including outreach events; represents the Youth Services Coordinator at interagency meetings. Coordinates Internet services, including keeping content current for the department's website and staff Intranet; develops and implements training; develops, coordinates and supervises public access Internet services; and monitors trends in library technology. Technical Services Directs the operation of Materials Management including the ordering, receiving and copy cataloging of library materials in all formats; and coordinates system-wide periodical subscriptions and serials management. Directs the operation of Financial Control and Contracts including assisting in the development of bid specifications with various vendors, invoicing, fund management, and vendor performance compliance. Directs the operation of complex and original cataloging and classification of library materials in various formats and languages; oversees quality control of the catalog database; reviews, develops and implements cataloging policies and procedures to comply with current national standards and local needs. Directs the operation of the Processing Section including adding item records to the database and physical processing and coordinating of the delivery of library materials in all formats and languages; receives and verifies deliveries of library materials from vendors; arranges repair of library materials using outside vendors; functions as systems administrator for vendor title source accounts; and evaluates and selects miscellaneous library supplies for Technical Services and community libraries. Requirements There are two options to qualify for this position: Option I: A Master of Library Science degree from an accredited college or university* -AND- One year of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian III** in charge of a Group III level or equivalent size community library having at least two (2) - four (4) full-time professional and paraprofessional staff or supervising staff performing specialized professional library work. Option II: A Master of Library Science degree from an accredited college or university* -AND- Two years of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian II*** in charge of a Group IV level or equivalent size community library having one (1) - two (2) full-time professional and para-professional staff or performing specialized professional library work. 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 III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION Out-of-class experience will not be accepted for this examination. *In order 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 application filing. If you are unable to attach the required document(s) to your application at the time of filing, you must email the required document(s) within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of application submission to libraryexams@library.lacounty.gov . Please reference your full name, exam title, and exam number on the email subject line. Unofficial transcripts will NOT be accepted to meet the educational requirement. **For a fuller description of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian III, refer to the classification specification Item# 8336 . **** For a fuller description of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian II, refer to the classification specification Item#8335 . Additional Information Examination Content: This examination will consist of an oral interview covering knowledge and understanding of the position, adaptability, problem solving, interpersonal and public relations effectiveness, oral communication, and supervisory abilities weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an as-received basis. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Vacancy The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout LA County Library. Available Shift Appointees will be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, and weekends. Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO): The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. 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. LA County Library 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. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. on the last filing date. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Please add the below email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail: libraryexams@library.lacounty.gov noreply@governmentjobs.com info@governmentjobs.com mandrade@library.lacounty.gov lcontreras@library.lacounty.gov cgarcia@library.lacounty.gov It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. 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. Testing Accommodation If you require accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the examination 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 testing accommodation. 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 or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Computer & Internet Access at Public Libraries: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Refer to their website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator . Department Contact Name: Lizette Contreras Department Contact Phone: 562-940-8434 Contact Email: lcontreras@library.lacounty.gov Testing Accommodation Contact Information: Lizette Contreras/562-940-8434 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 940-8434 ADA Coordinator Email: JInjijian@library.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (562) 940-8477 For detailed information, please click here
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information LA COUNTY LIBRARY REPOSTING INFORMATION This announcement is being reposted to reopen the filing period and update posting language. EXAM NUMBER Q8337Q FIRST DAY OF FILING February 20, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY LA County Library is one of the largest and most innovative library systems in the US. It offers free public resources including books, music, multimedia materials, computers and internet access and educational and recreational services to 3.4 million residents through its 85 libraries and mobile fleet of vehicles. LA County library is dedicated to reducing barriers and increasing equity and access to public services for all. LA County Library seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. The library fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and fairness, so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Flexible Benefit Plans - The County provides each employee with a monthly "benefit allowance" they can use to pay for benefits, allowing employees to choose among a variety of pre-tax and after-tax benefits. Robust Retirement Packages - Contributory-defined benefit plan; optional tax-deferred income plans that may include a county matching contribution up to 4% of employee's salary. Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits 13 paid holidays per year Click Here for more details on employee benefits . The Position: Has immediate charge of a Group II level community library, or coordinates a regional specialized library service or department-wide special service program; or performs highly-specialized work evaluating and selecting materials for the department's collection; or directs the performance of difficult Technical Services support functions. Positions allocable to this class work under the general supervision of an Assistant Library Administrator or Library Administrator, and either: 1) have immediate charge of a Group II level community library including the supervision of lower-level professional, and/or paraprofessional and clerical staff; 2) have responsibility for developing, coordinating, and supervising youth or adult library services for a region; 3) coordinate a highly-specialized department-wide special service program, such as Emergent Literacy, Teen Services and Internet Services; 4) perform highly-specialized library work evaluating and selecting materials to be added to the department's collection; 5) perform the more difficult department-wide technical support functions, Financial Control, Cataloging, Materials Management and Processing, which includes the supervision of professional and/or paraprofessional and clerical staff. Positions in this class must demonstrate awareness of local community trends and issues impacting the Library; be able to make presentations and provide individual and group instruction, exercise independent judgment in performing assignments; and exercise knowledge of the theories, principles, and techniques of librarianship. Incumbents must also possess specialized professional expertise in their particular area of assignment and use current technology to perform librarian duties. Supervisory positions must also exercise knowledge of the principles of supervision, terms and conditions of applicable Memoranda of Understanding, and departmental policies, rules, library locations, and services. As essential functions of the position, incumbents may be required to bend, stoop, squat, twist, reach, work on irregular surfaces, lift objects of moderate weight, and stand or walk for long periods of time. Essential Job Functions Essential duties include, but are not limited to: All Positions Conducts individual and may conduct group instruction in the proper use of Library technology and resources and the development of professional staff/succession planning. Research grant programs, write funding applications, and assist in coordinating activities of a grant program. Maintains records and prepares reports, as directed. Implements policies and procedures. Serve on committees to develop programs, policies, procedures, and training as needed. Community Libraries and Regional Offices Directs the operations of a Group II level community library including the supervision of assigned library personnel; interprets library policies and procedures to staff and to customers; analyzes customer needs in order to provide responsive library services; serves as a liaison with local officials, groups, and agencies; coordinates the activities of volunteer groups; and maintains a safe, clean, and orderly facility. Has primary responsibility for maintaining a continuing relationship with County/city officials, community organizations, schools and other agencies on all matters concerning library services; clarifies department policies and procedures, and promotes good communications and a cooperative relationship between the community and Library. Develops strategies to market department programs and activities to the public and community. Promotes and maintains public relations for Library programs, services or activities, such as preparing articles announcing Library activities for community newspapers. Coordinates youth library programs and services for a region; orders and selects juvenile books for libraries in their region; coordinates summer reading programs and other regional activities; coordinates outreach activities for all ages; manages program budgets; trains regional personnel on methods of service delivery; may assist the Children's Book Evaluator in department-wide purchases. Coordinates adult library programs and services for a region; manages program budgets, trains regional personnel on methods of service delivery; approves program activity publicity; serves as technology consultant on library-oriented technology. Acts in-charge of more than one community library as needed. Public Services Administration Serves a departmental specialist in the evaluation and selection of library materials customized for each community library's needs, such as books electronic databases, audio-visual, or special materials; guides collection development for the department; manages materials budget for each individual community library; advises and assists field staff in developing collection profiles; provides opportunities for staff to develop reader's advisory skills; assists in the training of staff in collection development activities. Serves as departmental specialist in managing Early Childhood Services and Programs such as Family Place and storytime; oversees the quality of standards in Early Childhood Library programs; trains staff in practice and theory in developing model Early Childhood Services; provides outreach to groups and agencies that focus on Early Childhood issues and outcomes such as child development, education, health, childcare; consults on the development of library spaces appropriate for toddlers and pre-schoolers; oversees special projects as assigned. Serves as departmental specialist in managing and developing all aspects of library service for youth, including services for both middle school and high school students; supports reading motivation and learning activities to meet a variety of developmental stages and interests; develops and participates in collaborative programs; orders materials for the Young Teen collection; trains staff to provide quality programs and services for teens; consults in the development of appealing teen spaces in libraries; serves as liaison to various County departments and agencies to support the improvement of library and literacy services for teens including outreach events; represents the Youth Services Coordinator at interagency meetings. Coordinates Internet services, including keeping content current for the department's website and staff Intranet; develops and implements training; develops, coordinates and supervises public access Internet services; and monitors trends in library technology. Technical Services Directs the operation of Materials Management including the ordering, receiving and copy cataloging of library materials in all formats; and coordinates system-wide periodical subscriptions and serials management. Directs the operation of Financial Control and Contracts including assisting in the development of bid specifications with various vendors, invoicing, fund management, and vendor performance compliance. Directs the operation of complex and original cataloging and classification of library materials in various formats and languages; oversees quality control of the catalog database; reviews, develops and implements cataloging policies and procedures to comply with current national standards and local needs. Directs the operation of the Processing Section including adding item records to the database and physical processing and coordinating of the delivery of library materials in all formats and languages; receives and verifies deliveries of library materials from vendors; arranges repair of library materials using outside vendors; functions as systems administrator for vendor title source accounts; and evaluates and selects miscellaneous library supplies for Technical Services and community libraries. Requirements There are two options to qualify for this position: Option I: A Master of Library Science degree from an accredited college or university* -AND- One year of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian III** in charge of a Group III level or equivalent size community library having at least two (2) - four (4) full-time professional and paraprofessional staff or supervising staff performing specialized professional library work. Option II: A Master of Library Science degree from an accredited college or university* -AND- Two years of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian II*** in charge of a Group IV level or equivalent size community library having one (1) - two (2) full-time professional and para-professional staff or performing specialized professional library work. 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 III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION Out-of-class experience will not be accepted for this examination. *In order 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 application filing. If you are unable to attach the required document(s) to your application at the time of filing, you must email the required document(s) within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of application submission to libraryexams@library.lacounty.gov . Please reference your full name, exam title, and exam number on the email subject line. Unofficial transcripts will NOT be accepted to meet the educational requirement. **For a fuller description of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian III, refer to the classification specification Item# 8336 . **** For a fuller description of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian II, refer to the classification specification Item#8335 . Additional Information Examination Content: This examination will consist of an oral interview covering knowledge and understanding of the position, adaptability, problem solving, interpersonal and public relations effectiveness, oral communication, and supervisory abilities weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an as-received basis. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Vacancy The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout LA County Library. Available Shift Appointees will be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, and weekends. Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO): The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. 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. LA County Library 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. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. on the last filing date. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Please add the below email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail: libraryexams@library.lacounty.gov noreply@governmentjobs.com info@governmentjobs.com mandrade@library.lacounty.gov lcontreras@library.lacounty.gov cgarcia@library.lacounty.gov It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. 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. Testing Accommodation If you require accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the examination 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 testing accommodation. 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 or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Computer & Internet Access at Public Libraries: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Refer to their website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator . Department Contact Name: Lizette Contreras Department Contact Phone: 562-940-8434 Contact Email: lcontreras@library.lacounty.gov Testing Accommodation Contact Information: Lizette Contreras/562-940-8434 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 940-8434 ADA Coordinator Email: JInjijian@library.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (562) 940-8477 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y4900A FILING START DATE August 25, 2023 at 8:00 a.m., (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Plans, develops, and conducts training on the principles of medical laboratory science, demonstrates the performance of standardized laboratory tests, and coordinates the provision of practical laboratory training for students enrolled in a school of medical laboratory science or a related program. Essential Job Functions Plans, develops, and conducts training on the principles of the techniques utilized in the performance of basic medical laboratory tests specialized in areas such as biochemistry, hematology, microbiology, immunology, or transfusion medicine and demonstrates the same in a laboratory setting. Coordinates the scheduling and provision of practical bench training of licensed trainees with supervisory laboratory scientists, and assists such supervisors in resolution of training problems, suggesting alternative methodology or other approaches. Identifies and analyzes on an ongoing basis, the training needs and problems usually with reference to a specialized area of training. Plans, develops, and implements, with supervisory approval, the use of evaluative tools to measure the effectiveness of the training, modifying course or program content or methodology as indicated. Assists supervising clinical laboratory scientists in the development of test items to evaluate trainee achievement; counsels students on action they may need to take to resolve learning difficulties or other problems. Participates in defining educational goals, objectives, and standards for student programs, in- service education and ongoing education. Maintains a library of audio-visual aids and other training materials for reference by supervising clinical laboratory scientists and others engaged in the training process; evaluates and recommends purchase of new items for addition to the library. Participates in the recruitment, selection, and orientation of new students for a school of medical laboratory science; maintains correspondence with affiliated educational institutions prior to acceptance or rejection for enrollment and records of student progress after enrollment. Primary liaison with affiliated educational institutions to understand certification requirement changes and to establish the size of the training cohort on an annual basis Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years of experience* at the level of Clinical Laboratory Scientist II** or higher in an approved laboratory***. LICENSE: A Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist) license issued by the State of California Department of Public Health. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration, and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the selection requirements -OR- applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or email a copy to the analyst within 7 calendar days from the date of filing your application online. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their Clinical Laboratory Scientist License Number from that state on the application at the time of filing. Out-of-State experience provided on the application without the required license number will not be considered. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: This class requires 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: *Experience must be post-license. ** Experience at the level of Clinical Laboratory Scientist II is defined as: Assists a supervising clinical laboratory scientist in the operation of a clinical laboratory unit by resolving technical problems and developing recommendations on new or alternative equipment, methods, or materials in addition to performing regular clinical laboratory scientist duties -OR- Assigns, trains, reviews, and participates in the work of a group of clinical laboratory scientists engaged in the performance of a variety of standardized clinical laboratory tests. *** An approved laboratory is defined as: a clinical laboratory that has a federal issued Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment Laboratory Certificate of Accreditation that authorizes the laboratory to accept human specimens for the purpose of performing laboratory examinations. No out-of-class experience will be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional points will be awarded to candidates who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional years of experience at the level of Clinical Laboratory Scientist II or higher- in excess of the Selection Requirements. Experience planning and instructing the clinical laboratory practice of an assigned group of CLS students or licensed trainees in a laboratory or academic setting- in excess of the Selection Requirements. One or more of the following specialist certifications issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP): Blood bank, Chemistry, Cytology, Cytometry, Hematology, Microbiology and Molecular Biology. To receive credit for your ASCP certification(s), you must attach a copy to your application at the time of filing or email a copy to the analyst within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. 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 canderson5@dhs.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. 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. IMPORTANT NOTES : ALL information in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION. We may reject your application at any point during the examination hiring process, including after the appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE form the Class Specifications and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements . Provide any relevant education, training, and 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. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, Carin Anderson, at canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. 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 candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Please refer to their website for more information: https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . 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. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Carin Anderson, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y4900A FILING START DATE August 25, 2023 at 8:00 a.m., (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Plans, develops, and conducts training on the principles of medical laboratory science, demonstrates the performance of standardized laboratory tests, and coordinates the provision of practical laboratory training for students enrolled in a school of medical laboratory science or a related program. Essential Job Functions Plans, develops, and conducts training on the principles of the techniques utilized in the performance of basic medical laboratory tests specialized in areas such as biochemistry, hematology, microbiology, immunology, or transfusion medicine and demonstrates the same in a laboratory setting. Coordinates the scheduling and provision of practical bench training of licensed trainees with supervisory laboratory scientists, and assists such supervisors in resolution of training problems, suggesting alternative methodology or other approaches. Identifies and analyzes on an ongoing basis, the training needs and problems usually with reference to a specialized area of training. Plans, develops, and implements, with supervisory approval, the use of evaluative tools to measure the effectiveness of the training, modifying course or program content or methodology as indicated. Assists supervising clinical laboratory scientists in the development of test items to evaluate trainee achievement; counsels students on action they may need to take to resolve learning difficulties or other problems. Participates in defining educational goals, objectives, and standards for student programs, in- service education and ongoing education. Maintains a library of audio-visual aids and other training materials for reference by supervising clinical laboratory scientists and others engaged in the training process; evaluates and recommends purchase of new items for addition to the library. Participates in the recruitment, selection, and orientation of new students for a school of medical laboratory science; maintains correspondence with affiliated educational institutions prior to acceptance or rejection for enrollment and records of student progress after enrollment. Primary liaison with affiliated educational institutions to understand certification requirement changes and to establish the size of the training cohort on an annual basis Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years of experience* at the level of Clinical Laboratory Scientist II** or higher in an approved laboratory***. LICENSE: A Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist) license issued by the State of California Department of Public Health. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration, and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the selection requirements -OR- applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or email a copy to the analyst within 7 calendar days from the date of filing your application online. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their Clinical Laboratory Scientist License Number from that state on the application at the time of filing. Out-of-State experience provided on the application without the required license number will not be considered. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: This class requires 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: *Experience must be post-license. ** Experience at the level of Clinical Laboratory Scientist II is defined as: Assists a supervising clinical laboratory scientist in the operation of a clinical laboratory unit by resolving technical problems and developing recommendations on new or alternative equipment, methods, or materials in addition to performing regular clinical laboratory scientist duties -OR- Assigns, trains, reviews, and participates in the work of a group of clinical laboratory scientists engaged in the performance of a variety of standardized clinical laboratory tests. *** An approved laboratory is defined as: a clinical laboratory that has a federal issued Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment Laboratory Certificate of Accreditation that authorizes the laboratory to accept human specimens for the purpose of performing laboratory examinations. No out-of-class experience will be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional points will be awarded to candidates who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional years of experience at the level of Clinical Laboratory Scientist II or higher- in excess of the Selection Requirements. Experience planning and instructing the clinical laboratory practice of an assigned group of CLS students or licensed trainees in a laboratory or academic setting- in excess of the Selection Requirements. One or more of the following specialist certifications issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP): Blood bank, Chemistry, Cytology, Cytometry, Hematology, Microbiology and Molecular Biology. To receive credit for your ASCP certification(s), you must attach a copy to your application at the time of filing or email a copy to the analyst within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. 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 canderson5@dhs.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. 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. IMPORTANT NOTES : ALL information in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION. We may reject your application at any point during the examination hiring process, including after the appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE form the Class Specifications and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements . Provide any relevant education, training, and 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. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, Carin Anderson, at canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. 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 candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Please refer to their website for more information: https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . 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. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Carin Anderson, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information OPEN NON-COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER : Y5135L FILING START DATE : 02/23/22 AT 08:00 A.M., PT FILING DATES: 02/23/22, 8:00 A.M., PT, UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES : The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four (4) acute hospitals and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov MISSION : To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION : This experienced level class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Essential Job Functions Assessment : Evaluation of the nature and extent of nursing issues presented by a patient for the purpose of patient care planning. Assessment includes identifying less obvious or common relationships in collected data and taking appropriate steps to mitigate their impact on the provision and quality of nursing services. In addition, at this level, assessment involves predicting diverse patient need for care, potential need for care, and the validation of data collected by others. At this level assessment involves recognizing subtle trends before explicit diagnostic signs are evident. Collects and analyzes data from multiple sources. Assesses, evaluates and documents the patients' physical, medical and psychosocial circumstances; identifies economic or cultural barriers and determines their influence on the provision of care; refers patients based on patients' needs and risk factors involved. Synthesizes all available patient information including observations by other health care team members and the patient's significant others and predicts variances from the expected trajectory. Initiates additional assessment and/or reassessment of patients as necessary when a patient is currently or potentially at physiologic, psychological, and psychosocial risk. Identifies and utilizes resources to facilitate the appropriate assessment of diverse populations, patients, and families. Develops collaborative partnerships with patient and family to obtain complete health history, including present illness, current health status, and past medical, psychosocial, spiritual and family histories; integrates patients' values and beliefs when providing care. Creates, validates, and/or improves tools to ensure assessment data is collected and documented. Utilizes collected data and experience to assess risk for instability and rapidly identify deviations from baseline. Planning : Developing a plan of care based on the assessment process. The purpose is to collaborate with all involved in the care of the patient (interdisciplinary team, patient, and their significant others). At this level, incumbents develop a comprehensive plan of care and prescribe nursing interventions that move the patient closest to desired outcomes. Interventions are individualized and address both short- and long-term needs. Uses complex problem solving skills and experience to identify a broad range of options in the development of a plan of care with realistic outcomes which are congruent with interdisciplinary goals. As patient responds to interventions, expeditiously modifies and communicates the plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team including clinical pathways as appropriate; for patients on clinical pathways, identifies when a change in patient condition requires discontinuation of the pathway and communicates to the provider the need to change the plan of care. Evaluates and integrates the presence of high-risk factors, at-risk behaviors, and other concerns into the plan of care. Initiates and leads patient care conferences with interdisciplinary team. Integrates and anticipates interdisciplinary discharge planning needs into plan of care. Identifies appropriate tools and/or teaching methods for patient/family education. Implementation : Interventions that a nurse performs for a patient, including treatments, procedures, medication administration, education, referrals, and discharge planning. At this level, incumbents lead others during situations which require immediate, independent interventions and for those which call for planned interventions. Also at this level, incumbents demonstrate adaptability and respond quickly and decisively to very complex situations. Provides individualized, specialized nursing care to patients and administers medications and treatments to patients as prescribed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: 1. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. -AND- 2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. -AND- 3. Six years of full-time r egistered nursing experience*. Three years of experience must be at the level of the Los Angeles County classification Registered Nurse II**. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION INFORMATION : Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/ or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. The required license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs, California Board of Registered Nursing will be verified at the following website: https://search.dca.ca.gov . 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. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their Registered Nurse License Number from that state on the application without the required license number will not be considered. A current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to Martha Teran at mteran1@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or you will be rejected. Please include your full name (as it appears on your application), the exam number, and the exam title in the email message . PHYSICAL CLASS III- Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *Full-time experience is defined as a minimum of 36 hours worked per week and must be post-license only. **For this examination, Registered Nurse II in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Providing professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Serving as an expert or specialist who gives practical experience and training to a new graduate, a new hire, a re-entry, or a nurse that is transitioning into a new area. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based on application and supplemental questionnaire information weighted 100%. This is a noncompetitive examination. This examination is intended to merely qualify applicants. Applicants will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the examination. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates who qualify will be added to the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION : In accordance with TITLE 5 - PERSONNEL, APPENDIX 1 (Civil Service Rule 11.03) of the Los Angeles County Code, selective certification may be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. The following areas may require Selective Certification. 1. Adult Critical Care and Burn Unit 2. Emergency Room 3. Operating Room Specific knowledge of the specialized functional areas may be the subject of the departmental hiring interview. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely to receive full credit for related education and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Please do not group your experience, for each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position 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 the Department of Health Services requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed in the posted Requirements as their principal work activity . It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. IMPORTANT NOTES : All information and documents provided by applicants 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 the Classification Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your social security number for record control purposes only. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed using computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. 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. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : "The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed ." ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT Martha Teran, Exam Analyst HR ESC phone number is (213) 288-7000 mteran1@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 25, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information OPEN NON-COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER : Y5135L FILING START DATE : 02/23/22 AT 08:00 A.M., PT FILING DATES: 02/23/22, 8:00 A.M., PT, UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES : The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four (4) acute hospitals and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov MISSION : To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION : This experienced level class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Essential Job Functions Assessment : Evaluation of the nature and extent of nursing issues presented by a patient for the purpose of patient care planning. Assessment includes identifying less obvious or common relationships in collected data and taking appropriate steps to mitigate their impact on the provision and quality of nursing services. In addition, at this level, assessment involves predicting diverse patient need for care, potential need for care, and the validation of data collected by others. At this level assessment involves recognizing subtle trends before explicit diagnostic signs are evident. Collects and analyzes data from multiple sources. Assesses, evaluates and documents the patients' physical, medical and psychosocial circumstances; identifies economic or cultural barriers and determines their influence on the provision of care; refers patients based on patients' needs and risk factors involved. Synthesizes all available patient information including observations by other health care team members and the patient's significant others and predicts variances from the expected trajectory. Initiates additional assessment and/or reassessment of patients as necessary when a patient is currently or potentially at physiologic, psychological, and psychosocial risk. Identifies and utilizes resources to facilitate the appropriate assessment of diverse populations, patients, and families. Develops collaborative partnerships with patient and family to obtain complete health history, including present illness, current health status, and past medical, psychosocial, spiritual and family histories; integrates patients' values and beliefs when providing care. Creates, validates, and/or improves tools to ensure assessment data is collected and documented. Utilizes collected data and experience to assess risk for instability and rapidly identify deviations from baseline. Planning : Developing a plan of care based on the assessment process. The purpose is to collaborate with all involved in the care of the patient (interdisciplinary team, patient, and their significant others). At this level, incumbents develop a comprehensive plan of care and prescribe nursing interventions that move the patient closest to desired outcomes. Interventions are individualized and address both short- and long-term needs. Uses complex problem solving skills and experience to identify a broad range of options in the development of a plan of care with realistic outcomes which are congruent with interdisciplinary goals. As patient responds to interventions, expeditiously modifies and communicates the plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team including clinical pathways as appropriate; for patients on clinical pathways, identifies when a change in patient condition requires discontinuation of the pathway and communicates to the provider the need to change the plan of care. Evaluates and integrates the presence of high-risk factors, at-risk behaviors, and other concerns into the plan of care. Initiates and leads patient care conferences with interdisciplinary team. Integrates and anticipates interdisciplinary discharge planning needs into plan of care. Identifies appropriate tools and/or teaching methods for patient/family education. Implementation : Interventions that a nurse performs for a patient, including treatments, procedures, medication administration, education, referrals, and discharge planning. At this level, incumbents lead others during situations which require immediate, independent interventions and for those which call for planned interventions. Also at this level, incumbents demonstrate adaptability and respond quickly and decisively to very complex situations. Provides individualized, specialized nursing care to patients and administers medications and treatments to patients as prescribed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: 1. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. -AND- 2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. -AND- 3. Six years of full-time r egistered nursing experience*. Three years of experience must be at the level of the Los Angeles County classification Registered Nurse II**. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION INFORMATION : Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/ or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. The required license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs, California Board of Registered Nursing will be verified at the following website: https://search.dca.ca.gov . 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. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their Registered Nurse License Number from that state on the application without the required license number will not be considered. A current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to Martha Teran at mteran1@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or you will be rejected. Please include your full name (as it appears on your application), the exam number, and the exam title in the email message . PHYSICAL CLASS III- Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *Full-time experience is defined as a minimum of 36 hours worked per week and must be post-license only. **For this examination, Registered Nurse II in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Providing professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Serving as an expert or specialist who gives practical experience and training to a new graduate, a new hire, a re-entry, or a nurse that is transitioning into a new area. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based on application and supplemental questionnaire information weighted 100%. This is a noncompetitive examination. This examination is intended to merely qualify applicants. Applicants will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the examination. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates who qualify will be added to the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION : In accordance with TITLE 5 - PERSONNEL, APPENDIX 1 (Civil Service Rule 11.03) of the Los Angeles County Code, selective certification may be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. The following areas may require Selective Certification. 1. Adult Critical Care and Burn Unit 2. Emergency Room 3. Operating Room Specific knowledge of the specialized functional areas may be the subject of the departmental hiring interview. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely to receive full credit for related education and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Please do not group your experience, for each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position 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 the Department of Health Services requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed in the posted Requirements as their principal work activity . It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. IMPORTANT NOTES : All information and documents provided by applicants 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 the Classification Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your social security number for record control purposes only. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed using computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. 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. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : "The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed ." ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT Martha Teran, Exam Analyst HR ESC phone number is (213) 288-7000 mteran1@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN NON-COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5134L FIRST DAY OF FILING 2/23/2022 AT 8:00 A.M., PT FILING DATES: 2/23/22, 8:00 A.M., PT, UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care DEFINITION: This experienced level class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Effectively communicates and collaborates the patients, families, care givers, and/or co-workers pertinent information concerning discharge planning, changes in patient care, changes in treatment plan, patient medication administration, aftercare instructions, and follow-up appointments to deliver the best possible patient experience. Completes and maintains accurate as well as legible medical documentation in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Manages relationships with internal and/or external members of a healthcare organization. Participates in performance improvement activities; with a focus on patient experience, regulatory compliance, and/or departmental process improvements projects. Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technician, clerical staff, and students. Participates in committees and projects at the unit, department, facility, and/or health system wide level. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional/clinical competencies and professional practice. Serves as a liaison between committees, staff, and management. Participates in identifying and resolving ethical issues in the practice setting. Serves as a preceptor: expert or specialist who gives practical experience and training to new graduate, a new hire, a re-entry, or a nurse that is transitioning into a new area. Participates in product evaluation and product standardization activities. Participates in approved clinical investigations or research studies in accordance with departmental policies. Essential Job Functions Follows established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. Complies with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements. Interprets and supports standards and requirements to others. Conducts self-assessment of performance and identifies own learning needs. Seeks assistance and feedback regarding patient and clinical practice issues. Accepts personal accountability and demonstrates initiative in continuing to develop nursing knowledge and skills. Communicates and collaborates effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team as needed. Participates in patient care conferences, committee meetings, staff development, and educational programs to increase or maintain professional competency. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to maintain and enhance professional and clinical skills and competencies. Remains up-to-date on current professional skills, trends, and issues. Maintains courteous and respectful relationships with patients, families, and co-workers. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner. Respects patient rights; adheres to and protects patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. Completes and maintains accurate and legible documentation and records in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Reports and may intervene in incidents involving patients, visitors, and employees. May delegate, assign, and supervise the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technicians, clerical staff, and students. May serve as a preceptor*. Participates in performance improvement activities. Recommends and facilitates implementation of changes in nursing practice. May participate in approved clinical investigations or research studies in accordance with departmental policies. May participate in product evaluation and product standardization activities. May participate in organization-wide committees and projects. May serve as a liaison between committees, staff, and management. Participates in identifying and resolving ethical issues in the practice setting. Assessment/Reassessment: An ongoing process which is continuous for the duration of the patient's stay. Interviews patient and other individuals to collect information. Observes and analyzes physical condition, including physically examining the patient. Identifies economic, educational, and cultural barriers; patient values and beliefs; spiritual influences; age specific and biophysical needs according to accepted standards of practice. Reviews all available information, including medical records, patient history, and other documentation. Documents all findings and observations. Initiates reassessment of patients as necessary when a patient is currently or potentially at physiologic, psychological, and psychosocial risk. Recognizes deviations from baseline and interprets subtle changes in a patient's condition. Planning: Formulates nursing care plan based upon assessment and in accordance with provider orders, procedures, and/or protocols. Identifies nursing care objectives. Prioritizes patient care needs and activities as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Evaluates and modifies plans of care, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and develops measurable long and short-term goals. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other interdisciplinary patient care team members. Develops appropriate interventions which may include consultation with interdisciplinary team. Establishes patient goals and treatment plans. Modifies plan of patient care based on reassessment findings and specific patient care needs, and/or changes in interdisciplinary treatment plan. Identifies and incorporates discharge planning needs into the patient's plan of care. Identifies appropriate tools and/or teaching methods for patient/family education. Implementation: Provides individualized and specialized nursing care and administers medications and treatments to patients as prescribed. Observes patient's response to interventions and treatments and monitors for side effects of medication administration. Recognizes and responds to changes in patient status timely and appropriately. Intervenes when situations call for immediate action. Performs efficiently in emergency situations. Coordinates delivery of patient care with other services and disciplines to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Provides patient/family education based on identified learning needs utilizing available teaching resources. Counsels patients and care givers concerning patient care and treatment plans. Communicates identified needs and patient responses to members of the interdisciplinary team. Implements the integrated plan of care and coordinates patient care activities with members of the interdisciplinary team. Provides discharge teaching including aftercare instructions, medication administration, follow-up appointments, and appropriate contact information. Recognizes safety hazards in the patient care environment and initiates timely and appropriate intervention. Uses patient equipment and devices safely; recognizes when equipment and devices are not functioning correctly and takes timely and appropriate action (e.g. removes malfunctioning equipment from patient care area). Evaluation/Monitoring: Observes, evaluates, and communicates the effects of treatments and intervention. Communicates changes in the plan of care to other members of the interdisciplinary team. Documents patient's response to treatment or nursing care. Reassesses and revises plan of care in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Coordinates delivery of patient care with other services and disciplines to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Communicates with patients and care givers regarding changes in patient care and treatment plans. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Three years of full-time experience* as a Registered Nurse providing professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. -AND- A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. -AND- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S) REQUIRED: A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their Registered Nurse License Number from that state on the application at the time of filing. Out-of-State experience provided on the application without the required license number will not be considered. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of the required BLS certification to their application. A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Full-time experience is defined as a minimum of 36 hours worked per week and must be post-license only . NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the Exam Analyst, Darlene Beamon-Thomas at dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based on application and supplemental questionnaire information weighted 100%. This is a noncompetitive examination. This examination is intended to merely qualify applicants. Applicants will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the examination. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates who qualify will be added to the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION In accordance with TITLE 5 - PERSONNEL, APPENDIX 1 (Civil Service Rule 11.03) of the Los Angeles County Code, selective certification may be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. The following areas may require selective certification. 1. Adult Critical Care and Burn Unit 2. Emergency Room 3. Operating RoomSpecific knowledge of the specialized functional areas may be the subject of the departmental hiring interview. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advanced notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of you application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. DO NOT GROUP YOUR EXPERIENCE. 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 the Department of Health Services requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed in the posted Requirements as their principal work activity. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the 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. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 25, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN NON-COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5134L FIRST DAY OF FILING 2/23/2022 AT 8:00 A.M., PT FILING DATES: 2/23/22, 8:00 A.M., PT, UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care DEFINITION: This experienced level class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Effectively communicates and collaborates the patients, families, care givers, and/or co-workers pertinent information concerning discharge planning, changes in patient care, changes in treatment plan, patient medication administration, aftercare instructions, and follow-up appointments to deliver the best possible patient experience. Completes and maintains accurate as well as legible medical documentation in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Manages relationships with internal and/or external members of a healthcare organization. Participates in performance improvement activities; with a focus on patient experience, regulatory compliance, and/or departmental process improvements projects. Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technician, clerical staff, and students. Participates in committees and projects at the unit, department, facility, and/or health system wide level. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional/clinical competencies and professional practice. Serves as a liaison between committees, staff, and management. Participates in identifying and resolving ethical issues in the practice setting. Serves as a preceptor: expert or specialist who gives practical experience and training to new graduate, a new hire, a re-entry, or a nurse that is transitioning into a new area. Participates in product evaluation and product standardization activities. Participates in approved clinical investigations or research studies in accordance with departmental policies. Essential Job Functions Follows established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. Complies with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements. Interprets and supports standards and requirements to others. Conducts self-assessment of performance and identifies own learning needs. Seeks assistance and feedback regarding patient and clinical practice issues. Accepts personal accountability and demonstrates initiative in continuing to develop nursing knowledge and skills. Communicates and collaborates effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team as needed. Participates in patient care conferences, committee meetings, staff development, and educational programs to increase or maintain professional competency. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to maintain and enhance professional and clinical skills and competencies. Remains up-to-date on current professional skills, trends, and issues. Maintains courteous and respectful relationships with patients, families, and co-workers. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner. Respects patient rights; adheres to and protects patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. Completes and maintains accurate and legible documentation and records in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Reports and may intervene in incidents involving patients, visitors, and employees. May delegate, assign, and supervise the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technicians, clerical staff, and students. May serve as a preceptor*. Participates in performance improvement activities. Recommends and facilitates implementation of changes in nursing practice. May participate in approved clinical investigations or research studies in accordance with departmental policies. May participate in product evaluation and product standardization activities. May participate in organization-wide committees and projects. May serve as a liaison between committees, staff, and management. Participates in identifying and resolving ethical issues in the practice setting. Assessment/Reassessment: An ongoing process which is continuous for the duration of the patient's stay. Interviews patient and other individuals to collect information. Observes and analyzes physical condition, including physically examining the patient. Identifies economic, educational, and cultural barriers; patient values and beliefs; spiritual influences; age specific and biophysical needs according to accepted standards of practice. Reviews all available information, including medical records, patient history, and other documentation. Documents all findings and observations. Initiates reassessment of patients as necessary when a patient is currently or potentially at physiologic, psychological, and psychosocial risk. Recognizes deviations from baseline and interprets subtle changes in a patient's condition. Planning: Formulates nursing care plan based upon assessment and in accordance with provider orders, procedures, and/or protocols. Identifies nursing care objectives. Prioritizes patient care needs and activities as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Evaluates and modifies plans of care, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and develops measurable long and short-term goals. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other interdisciplinary patient care team members. Develops appropriate interventions which may include consultation with interdisciplinary team. Establishes patient goals and treatment plans. Modifies plan of patient care based on reassessment findings and specific patient care needs, and/or changes in interdisciplinary treatment plan. Identifies and incorporates discharge planning needs into the patient's plan of care. Identifies appropriate tools and/or teaching methods for patient/family education. Implementation: Provides individualized and specialized nursing care and administers medications and treatments to patients as prescribed. Observes patient's response to interventions and treatments and monitors for side effects of medication administration. Recognizes and responds to changes in patient status timely and appropriately. Intervenes when situations call for immediate action. Performs efficiently in emergency situations. Coordinates delivery of patient care with other services and disciplines to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Provides patient/family education based on identified learning needs utilizing available teaching resources. Counsels patients and care givers concerning patient care and treatment plans. Communicates identified needs and patient responses to members of the interdisciplinary team. Implements the integrated plan of care and coordinates patient care activities with members of the interdisciplinary team. Provides discharge teaching including aftercare instructions, medication administration, follow-up appointments, and appropriate contact information. Recognizes safety hazards in the patient care environment and initiates timely and appropriate intervention. Uses patient equipment and devices safely; recognizes when equipment and devices are not functioning correctly and takes timely and appropriate action (e.g. removes malfunctioning equipment from patient care area). Evaluation/Monitoring: Observes, evaluates, and communicates the effects of treatments and intervention. Communicates changes in the plan of care to other members of the interdisciplinary team. Documents patient's response to treatment or nursing care. Reassesses and revises plan of care in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Coordinates delivery of patient care with other services and disciplines to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Communicates with patients and care givers regarding changes in patient care and treatment plans. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Three years of full-time experience* as a Registered Nurse providing professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. -AND- A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. -AND- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S) REQUIRED: A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their Registered Nurse License Number from that state on the application at the time of filing. Out-of-State experience provided on the application without the required license number will not be considered. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program certification issued by the American Heart Association. Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of the required BLS certification to their application. A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Full-time experience is defined as a minimum of 36 hours worked per week and must be post-license only . NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the Exam Analyst, Darlene Beamon-Thomas at dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based on application and supplemental questionnaire information weighted 100%. This is a noncompetitive examination. This examination is intended to merely qualify applicants. Applicants will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the examination. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates who qualify will be added to the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION In accordance with TITLE 5 - PERSONNEL, APPENDIX 1 (Civil Service Rule 11.03) of the Los Angeles County Code, selective certification may be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. The following areas may require selective certification. 1. Adult Critical Care and Burn Unit 2. Emergency Room 3. Operating RoomSpecific knowledge of the specialized functional areas may be the subject of the departmental hiring interview. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advanced notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of you application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. DO NOT GROUP YOUR EXPERIENCE. 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 the Department of Health Services requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed in the posted Requirements as their principal work activity. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the 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. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5077L FILING START DATE December 15, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES : The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute hospitals and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Supervises a group of central service workers performing processing, sterilization, and distribution of medical and patient care supplies and equipment on one shift. Essential Job Functions Plans, assigns, supervises, and may participate in the work of subordinates engaged in sterilizing, processing, packaging, and distributing medical and patient care supplies and equipment. Adjusts workforce according to workload and staffing availability. Inspects work areas for cleanliness and safety. Instructs and trains central service workers in new policies, techniques, and procedures relating to their positions. Maintains adequate supplies and equipment for patient care areas by establishing quotas, inspecting supply areas and inventories; establishing delivery routes and schedules, checking supply deliveries, and discussing supply problems with supervisors and managers. Performs basic administrative tasks such as making staff assignments, ordering unit supplies and equipment, compiling daily production and other reports, and contributing to or preparing employee evaluations. Assists in periodic physical inventories as may be needed; may suggest new or improved procedures. Reports and follows up on equipment repair needs to ensure timely repair. Participates in product testing and evaluation as may be needed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I - One year of experience as a Central Services Technician II*. OPTION II - Two years of experience in processing, ordering, storing and distributing medical supplies and equipment in a Central Sterile Processing Service Unit within a hospital setting and/or surgical center. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to qualify under Option I, applicants must hold or have held the County of Los Angeles Central Services Technician II title. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications in excess of the Selection Requirements: Additional experience beyond the Selection Requirements based on Option for which qualified. Certification as a Certified Registered Central Services Technician (CRCST), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), and/or Certification in Healthcare Leadership (CHL).** **Applicant must provide a legible copy of the certification(s), in the desired training in order to receive credit. The Certificate/s will be verified by using the information on the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) website at https://verify.myhspa.org . Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of knowledge, experience, education, and desirable qualifications based on application information and supplemental questionnaire responses, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applicants may be required/prompted to verify their email address when logging on to file an application. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This feature is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. 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 the VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements to serve as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Do not group your experience. 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 the Department of Health Services requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed in the posted Requirements as their principal work activity . It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the Exam Analyst, Luz Pascual, at lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include your name as it appears on your application, the exam number, and the exam title. 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 : LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT Luz Pascual, Exam Analyst E-mail: Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov HR ESC Phone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5077L FILING START DATE December 15, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES : The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute hospitals and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Supervises a group of central service workers performing processing, sterilization, and distribution of medical and patient care supplies and equipment on one shift. Essential Job Functions Plans, assigns, supervises, and may participate in the work of subordinates engaged in sterilizing, processing, packaging, and distributing medical and patient care supplies and equipment. Adjusts workforce according to workload and staffing availability. Inspects work areas for cleanliness and safety. Instructs and trains central service workers in new policies, techniques, and procedures relating to their positions. Maintains adequate supplies and equipment for patient care areas by establishing quotas, inspecting supply areas and inventories; establishing delivery routes and schedules, checking supply deliveries, and discussing supply problems with supervisors and managers. Performs basic administrative tasks such as making staff assignments, ordering unit supplies and equipment, compiling daily production and other reports, and contributing to or preparing employee evaluations. Assists in periodic physical inventories as may be needed; may suggest new or improved procedures. Reports and follows up on equipment repair needs to ensure timely repair. Participates in product testing and evaluation as may be needed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I - One year of experience as a Central Services Technician II*. OPTION II - Two years of experience in processing, ordering, storing and distributing medical supplies and equipment in a Central Sterile Processing Service Unit within a hospital setting and/or surgical center. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to qualify under Option I, applicants must hold or have held the County of Los Angeles Central Services Technician II title. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications in excess of the Selection Requirements: Additional experience beyond the Selection Requirements based on Option for which qualified. Certification as a Certified Registered Central Services Technician (CRCST), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), and/or Certification in Healthcare Leadership (CHL).** **Applicant must provide a legible copy of the certification(s), in the desired training in order to receive credit. The Certificate/s will be verified by using the information on the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) website at https://verify.myhspa.org . Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of knowledge, experience, education, and desirable qualifications based on application information and supplemental questionnaire responses, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applicants may be required/prompted to verify their email address when logging on to file an application. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This feature is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. 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 the VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements to serve as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Do not group your experience. 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 the Department of Health Services requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed in the posted Requirements as their principal work activity . It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the Exam Analyst, Luz Pascual, at lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include your name as it appears on your application, the exam number, and the exam title. 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 : LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT Luz Pascual, Exam Analyst E-mail: Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov HR ESC Phone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
City of Los Angeles
City Of Los Angeles, California, United States
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $124,486 to $146,494; $107,782 to $157,581; and $116,802 to $170,735 The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $124,340 to $154,491; $134,070 to $166,559; and $148,248 to $184,182. NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to http://per.lacity.org/Reciprocity_CityDepts_and_DWP.pdf. A Systems Administrator evaluates, develops, maintains, implements, and modifies operating systems, hardware, middleware, software, storage, and networking in a business applications environment; performs hardware-software studies; designs and implements systems architecture; analyzes systems problems and optimizes systems performance; performs systems upgrades; follows Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) and security best practices for incident, change and release management, and all aspects of network and server operations; provides technical assistance to other data processing personnel and user divisions or departments; may supervise and direct the work of employees engaged in such activities; applies sound supervisory principles and techniques in building and maintaining an effective work force; and fulfills equal employment opportunity responsibilities. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university; and two (2) years of full-time paid systems implementation experience in either: 1) installing, configuring, maintaining, performance tuning, patching, troubleshooting and securing enterprise level servers and networks; or 2) planning, configuring, and implementing enterprise systems and applications operating over large computing networks serving local and remote facilities; or 3) preparing programs by analyzing specifications developed by systems professionals and determining computer processing requirements, systems and/or programming flowcharts, code programs, and software solutions; or Two years of full-time paid experience with the City of Los Angeles as a Programmer Analyst; or Four years of full-time paid systems implementation experience with the City of Los Angeles as a Systems Analyst with experience in either 1) installing, configuring, maintaining, performance tuning, patching, and securing enterprise level servers; or 2) planning, configuring, and implementing enterprise systems and applications operating over large computing networks serving local and remote facilities. PROCESS NOTES Additional full-time paid experience as described above in Requirement No. 1 may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required bachelor's degree noted in Requirement No.1. One academic year is equivalent to 30 semester or 45 quarter units.Some positions may require a valid California driver's license. Candidates may not be eligible for appointment to these positions if their record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as DUI). Applicants completing the examination process may be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying degree and/or course work. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying degree in the Attachments section of the on-line application at the time of filing. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION In accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training in one or more of the following areas. For such positions, only applicants possessing the specific professional certification(s) at the time of filing, may be considered. A copy of the Certificate of Completion must be submitted at the time of filing. The certificate must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the certificate is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the certificate. Applicants who fail to submit the certificate at the time of filing by not attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered for this part of selective certification. AWS Certified Advanced Networking - SpecialtyAWS Certified Alexa Skill Builder - SpecialtyAWS Certified Big Data - Specialty AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner AWS Certified Developer - Associate AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty AWS Certified Security - Specialty AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate CCIE Data CenterCCIE SecurityCCIE WirelessCCNP Data CenterCCNP Routing and SwitchingCCNP WirelessCCNP SecurityCCSACCSECertification as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).Certification as a Checkpoint Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) or as a Checkpoint Certified Security ExpertCertification as a CISCO Certified DevNet AssociateCertification as a CISCO Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or as a CISCO Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE).Certification as a Cisco Certified Security Professional or as a CISCO Certified Internetwork Expert in Security.Certification as a DNS/BIND AssociateCertification as a Global Information Assurance Certification (G9ac) Security Essentials (GSEC)Certification as a Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) on Windows server platform.Certification as an Oracle 9i/10g/11g or latest version or as an Oracle Database 10g/11g or latest version of Administrator Certified Master.Certification as CompTIA Security +Certified other Database Provider (such as Microsoft SQL) CCIE Routing and SwitchingCertified with other Linus/Unix Operating System Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)Certified with other Linux/Unit Operating SystemCertified with other Network Provider (such as Juniper.)CISCO Certified DevNet ProfessionalCisco Certified DevNet SpecialistCISSP ISC2Core InfrastructureData center Virtualization 2019 (VCP-DCV 2019); VMWare Certified Advanced Professional 6.5Data Center Virtualization; Cloud Management (VCAP-CMA) (VCP6.5-DCV); Network virtualization (VCP-NV)Financial Management Certified Implementation SpecialistIBM Certified Database Administrator - DB2 for z/OSIBM Certified Deployment Professional Certification as a Sun Certified System Administrator for the Solaris Operating System.IBM Certified Infrastructure Deployment Professional - Maximo Asset Management v7.X VMWare certified ProfessionalIBM Certified System AdministratorIBM Certified System Administrator - DB2 for z/OSJava EnterpriseMicrosoft Certified : Azure Administrator AssociateOracle Certified ProfessionalOracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Master (OCM)Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Professional (OCP)Oracle Database 9i/10/11g Administrator Certified Associate (OCA)Oracle Database 9i/10/11g Administrator Certified Professional (OCP)Oracle Database Certified Associate (OCA)Oracle E-Business Suite 12Oracle Solaris11Oracle WebCenter Certified Implementation Specialist' Oracle Certified AssociateOracle WebLogic Server 11g/12c System AdministratorOracle WebLogic Server 12c AdministratorOracle WebLogic Server 12c Certified Implementation Specialist; Oracle Certified ProfessionalPeopleSoft 9.2 Financial Certified Implementation SpecialistPeopleSoft People Tools 8.5 Certified Implementation SpecialistRed Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)SAP Certified Technology Associate - System Administration (Max DB) with SAP NetWeaver 7.4VM Certified Advanced ProfessionalWebSphere Application Server Network Deployment V9.0 WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity. NOTE : Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter. APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed below: From Friday, October 4, 2024 to Thursday, October 17, 2024 From Friday, March 7, 2025 to Thursday, March 20, 2025 Additional filing periods may be added based on the City’s hiring needs. The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Filing periods may change without prior notice or additional dates may be added, as needed, at a later date. For administrative purposes, filing will close periodically and reopen on the dates noted in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the weighted multiple-choice test in the following order: 1) Los Angeles City promotional applicants who meet the minimum requirements. You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to apply for this examination as a promotional candidate; 2) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles on a part-time or exempt basis who meet the minimum requirements; 3) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applicants not selected to be tested may re-apply in a subsequent filing period in order to be considered for that period’s selection process. SELECTION PROCESS Examination Weight: Multiple-Choice Test . . . . . . . .100% The examination will consist entirely of a weighted multiple-choice test administered and proctored on-line. In the on-line multiple-choice test, the following competencies may be evaluated: Analytical Ability; Self-Management; Teamwork; Project Management; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: capabilities, uses, characteristics, and limitations of servers - virtual, physical and cloud, computers and peripheral equipment, operating software systems (Windows, Linux, Unix, MacOS, etc.), software such as assemblers, generators, subroutine libraries, compilers and vendor written application programs; programming languages such as C/C++, Java, .NET - VB, ASP, MVC, C#, PHP, Perl, Hadoop, Python, PowerShell or command languages for distributed and large scale computers and/or network and associated programming aids; Local Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs), Metropolitan and cloud networks, and IP Protocols; Storage Area Network (SAN) and Network Attached Storage (NAS); system optimization techniques and performance tuning; storage, backup and disaster recovery procedures, and other business resumption and data protection technologies; framework or detailed plan to prepare documentation, procedures, tests, corrections, and take other steps necessary for the planned implementation and modification of programs; methods to identify security exposures and provide mitigation controls as they apply to information and management information systems including software distribution and patch management in cyber security, software and threats; techniques and tools necessary to support internet, intranet, and cloud application environments; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities. The multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test from a remote location (i.e., their home) using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the multiple-choice test on-line. Candidates who do not complete and submit the multiple-choice test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time will not be considered further in this examination. Additional test dates may be added as needed. Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Systems Administrator. For candidates who apply between October 4, 2024 and October 17, 2024, it is anticipated that the on-line multiple-choice test will be administered between TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2024 AND MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2024. For candidates who apply between March 7, 2025 and March 20, 2025, it is anticipated that the on-line multiple-choice test will be administered between TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2025 AND MONDAY, MAY 12, 2025. FAQs for on-line testing are available at https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html . Due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements, only candidates who demonstrate a hardship may be offered the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility. NOTES : This examination is based on a validation study, and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate inspection.As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.In conjunction with Civil Service Rules, applicants who are currently eligible City employees or are on a reserve list will be considered Promotional candidates while all other applicants will be considered Open Candidates.The promotional list will ordinarily be used ahead of the open competitive list. However, if open competitive candidates receive a higher score, without military credits, than the highest available promotional candidate, after adding 0.25 of a point seniority credit for each year of service, the Civil Service Commission, upon request of the appointing authority, may approve certification of such open competitive candidates ahead of the promotional candidates.You may take the Systems Administrator multiple-choice test only once every 365 days.Your name may be removed from the open competitive list after six (6) months.Your rank on the eligible list may change as scores of candidates from other administrations of this examination are merged onto one list.A final average score of 70% or higher is required to be placed on the eligible list.In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Notice : If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers. THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN BOTH ON AN INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL AND AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://personnel.lacity.gov/faqs/employment-testing-process.html There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees: http://per.lacity.org/bens/index.html Closing Date/Time:
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $124,486 to $146,494; $107,782 to $157,581; and $116,802 to $170,735 The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $124,340 to $154,491; $134,070 to $166,559; and $148,248 to $184,182. NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to http://per.lacity.org/Reciprocity_CityDepts_and_DWP.pdf. A Systems Administrator evaluates, develops, maintains, implements, and modifies operating systems, hardware, middleware, software, storage, and networking in a business applications environment; performs hardware-software studies; designs and implements systems architecture; analyzes systems problems and optimizes systems performance; performs systems upgrades; follows Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) and security best practices for incident, change and release management, and all aspects of network and server operations; provides technical assistance to other data processing personnel and user divisions or departments; may supervise and direct the work of employees engaged in such activities; applies sound supervisory principles and techniques in building and maintaining an effective work force; and fulfills equal employment opportunity responsibilities. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university; and two (2) years of full-time paid systems implementation experience in either: 1) installing, configuring, maintaining, performance tuning, patching, troubleshooting and securing enterprise level servers and networks; or 2) planning, configuring, and implementing enterprise systems and applications operating over large computing networks serving local and remote facilities; or 3) preparing programs by analyzing specifications developed by systems professionals and determining computer processing requirements, systems and/or programming flowcharts, code programs, and software solutions; or Two years of full-time paid experience with the City of Los Angeles as a Programmer Analyst; or Four years of full-time paid systems implementation experience with the City of Los Angeles as a Systems Analyst with experience in either 1) installing, configuring, maintaining, performance tuning, patching, and securing enterprise level servers; or 2) planning, configuring, and implementing enterprise systems and applications operating over large computing networks serving local and remote facilities. PROCESS NOTES Additional full-time paid experience as described above in Requirement No. 1 may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required bachelor's degree noted in Requirement No.1. One academic year is equivalent to 30 semester or 45 quarter units.Some positions may require a valid California driver's license. Candidates may not be eligible for appointment to these positions if their record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as DUI). Applicants completing the examination process may be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying degree and/or course work. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying degree in the Attachments section of the on-line application at the time of filing. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION In accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training in one or more of the following areas. For such positions, only applicants possessing the specific professional certification(s) at the time of filing, may be considered. A copy of the Certificate of Completion must be submitted at the time of filing. The certificate must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the certificate is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the certificate. Applicants who fail to submit the certificate at the time of filing by not attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered for this part of selective certification. AWS Certified Advanced Networking - SpecialtyAWS Certified Alexa Skill Builder - SpecialtyAWS Certified Big Data - Specialty AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner AWS Certified Developer - Associate AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty AWS Certified Security - Specialty AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate CCIE Data CenterCCIE SecurityCCIE WirelessCCNP Data CenterCCNP Routing and SwitchingCCNP WirelessCCNP SecurityCCSACCSECertification as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).Certification as a Checkpoint Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) or as a Checkpoint Certified Security ExpertCertification as a CISCO Certified DevNet AssociateCertification as a CISCO Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or as a CISCO Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE).Certification as a Cisco Certified Security Professional or as a CISCO Certified Internetwork Expert in Security.Certification as a DNS/BIND AssociateCertification as a Global Information Assurance Certification (G9ac) Security Essentials (GSEC)Certification as a Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) on Windows server platform.Certification as an Oracle 9i/10g/11g or latest version or as an Oracle Database 10g/11g or latest version of Administrator Certified Master.Certification as CompTIA Security +Certified other Database Provider (such as Microsoft SQL) CCIE Routing and SwitchingCertified with other Linus/Unix Operating System Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)Certified with other Linux/Unit Operating SystemCertified with other Network Provider (such as Juniper.)CISCO Certified DevNet ProfessionalCisco Certified DevNet SpecialistCISSP ISC2Core InfrastructureData center Virtualization 2019 (VCP-DCV 2019); VMWare Certified Advanced Professional 6.5Data Center Virtualization; Cloud Management (VCAP-CMA) (VCP6.5-DCV); Network virtualization (VCP-NV)Financial Management Certified Implementation SpecialistIBM Certified Database Administrator - DB2 for z/OSIBM Certified Deployment Professional Certification as a Sun Certified System Administrator for the Solaris Operating System.IBM Certified Infrastructure Deployment Professional - Maximo Asset Management v7.X VMWare certified ProfessionalIBM Certified System AdministratorIBM Certified System Administrator - DB2 for z/OSJava EnterpriseMicrosoft Certified : Azure Administrator AssociateOracle Certified ProfessionalOracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Master (OCM)Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Professional (OCP)Oracle Database 9i/10/11g Administrator Certified Associate (OCA)Oracle Database 9i/10/11g Administrator Certified Professional (OCP)Oracle Database Certified Associate (OCA)Oracle E-Business Suite 12Oracle Solaris11Oracle WebCenter Certified Implementation Specialist' Oracle Certified AssociateOracle WebLogic Server 11g/12c System AdministratorOracle WebLogic Server 12c AdministratorOracle WebLogic Server 12c Certified Implementation Specialist; Oracle Certified ProfessionalPeopleSoft 9.2 Financial Certified Implementation SpecialistPeopleSoft People Tools 8.5 Certified Implementation SpecialistRed Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)SAP Certified Technology Associate - System Administration (Max DB) with SAP NetWeaver 7.4VM Certified Advanced ProfessionalWebSphere Application Server Network Deployment V9.0 WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity. NOTE : Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter. APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed below: From Friday, October 4, 2024 to Thursday, October 17, 2024 From Friday, March 7, 2025 to Thursday, March 20, 2025 Additional filing periods may be added based on the City’s hiring needs. The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Filing periods may change without prior notice or additional dates may be added, as needed, at a later date. For administrative purposes, filing will close periodically and reopen on the dates noted in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the weighted multiple-choice test in the following order: 1) Los Angeles City promotional applicants who meet the minimum requirements. You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to apply for this examination as a promotional candidate; 2) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles on a part-time or exempt basis who meet the minimum requirements; 3) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applicants not selected to be tested may re-apply in a subsequent filing period in order to be considered for that period’s selection process. SELECTION PROCESS Examination Weight: Multiple-Choice Test . . . . . . . .100% The examination will consist entirely of a weighted multiple-choice test administered and proctored on-line. In the on-line multiple-choice test, the following competencies may be evaluated: Analytical Ability; Self-Management; Teamwork; Project Management; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: capabilities, uses, characteristics, and limitations of servers - virtual, physical and cloud, computers and peripheral equipment, operating software systems (Windows, Linux, Unix, MacOS, etc.), software such as assemblers, generators, subroutine libraries, compilers and vendor written application programs; programming languages such as C/C++, Java, .NET - VB, ASP, MVC, C#, PHP, Perl, Hadoop, Python, PowerShell or command languages for distributed and large scale computers and/or network and associated programming aids; Local Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs), Metropolitan and cloud networks, and IP Protocols; Storage Area Network (SAN) and Network Attached Storage (NAS); system optimization techniques and performance tuning; storage, backup and disaster recovery procedures, and other business resumption and data protection technologies; framework or detailed plan to prepare documentation, procedures, tests, corrections, and take other steps necessary for the planned implementation and modification of programs; methods to identify security exposures and provide mitigation controls as they apply to information and management information systems including software distribution and patch management in cyber security, software and threats; techniques and tools necessary to support internet, intranet, and cloud application environments; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities. The multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test from a remote location (i.e., their home) using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the multiple-choice test on-line. Candidates who do not complete and submit the multiple-choice test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time will not be considered further in this examination. Additional test dates may be added as needed. Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Systems Administrator. For candidates who apply between October 4, 2024 and October 17, 2024, it is anticipated that the on-line multiple-choice test will be administered between TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2024 AND MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2024. For candidates who apply between March 7, 2025 and March 20, 2025, it is anticipated that the on-line multiple-choice test will be administered between TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2025 AND MONDAY, MAY 12, 2025. FAQs for on-line testing are available at https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html . Due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements, only candidates who demonstrate a hardship may be offered the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility. NOTES : This examination is based on a validation study, and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate inspection.As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.In conjunction with Civil Service Rules, applicants who are currently eligible City employees or are on a reserve list will be considered Promotional candidates while all other applicants will be considered Open Candidates.The promotional list will ordinarily be used ahead of the open competitive list. However, if open competitive candidates receive a higher score, without military credits, than the highest available promotional candidate, after adding 0.25 of a point seniority credit for each year of service, the Civil Service Commission, upon request of the appointing authority, may approve certification of such open competitive candidates ahead of the promotional candidates.You may take the Systems Administrator multiple-choice test only once every 365 days.Your name may be removed from the open competitive list after six (6) months.Your rank on the eligible list may change as scores of candidates from other administrations of this examination are merged onto one list.A final average score of 70% or higher is required to be placed on the eligible list.In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Notice : If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers. THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN BOTH ON AN INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL AND AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://personnel.lacity.gov/faqs/employment-testing-process.html There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees: http://per.lacity.org/bens/index.html Closing Date/Time:
CITY OF OAKLAND, CA
Oakland, California, United States
The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. The Department of Planning and Building is looking for fourteen (14) Specialty Combination Inspectors to support in planning review or inspections and code enforcement. If you have either completed an apprenticeship and have 2 years of experience as a Journey plumber, electrician, HVAC specialist, or carpenter, OR you have a bachelor's degree in civil, structural, mechanical, or electrical engineering or architecture we encourage you to apply! Why join the City of Oakland Planning and Building Department? Would you like to be part of a collaborative team dedicated to ensuring a safe and healthy community for the City of Oakland? The Building staff includes a large number of experienced public servants who are looking for those with knowledge and skills in the construction industry that can contribute to maintaining and improving the built environment. We have numerous positions within the Residential, Commercial, and Code Enforcement Divisions that will enforce the adopted building and property maintenance codes. If you have specialized experience in a particular trade, or if you have a combined understanding of building codes and construction or experience with enforcing property and development requirements for local government and believe in providing quality service to the community, then we have a role for you on our team. We are looking for someone who: Values public service and is willing to participate in making Oakland a safe and sustainable community Knows the importance of confirming that properties, built structures, and the electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems within are safely installed Enjoys working with a diverse group of public servants to serve a diverse community What you will typically be responsible for: Conducting site visits, performing visual inspections of work performed and providing an inspection report noting the results Recording the inspection reports within the permit system software Participating in code related discussions and recommending process improvements when needed Working with property owners and tenants to ensure living conditions are free of life/safety issues. A few reasons you might love this job: You will be part of team that will support your professional growth You can contribute to the betterment of the community by upholding minimum health and safety requirements You will receive generous salary, employment benefits, and a work life balance A few challenges you might face in this job: You will be assigned inspections or site visits to confirm the work performed or existing conditions comply with adopted codes. You will need to communicate with fellow Inspectors and Supervisors in order to provide uniform and consistent service. You will need to communicate with contractors, property owners and residents informing them of code requirements. Competencies Required: Critical Thinking : Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims Fact Finding : Obtaining facts and data pertaining to an issue or question Mechanical Insight: Comprehending how mechanical, electrical, and structural systems operate and interact General Physical Ability: Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination Legal & Regulatory Navigation : Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations Professional & Technical Expertise : Applying technical subject matter expertise to the job Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards Using Technology : Working with electronic hardware and software applications Attention to Detail : Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work product s Handling Stress : Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity Professional Integrity & Ethics : Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability Writing : Communicating effectively in writing Building & Maintaining Relationships : Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships Handling & Resolving Conflict : Managing interpersonally strained situations Valuing Diversity : Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace *Read the complete job description by clicking the link below. Specialty Combination Inspector *Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland Minimum Requirements for Application This is a public contact position. The City highly encourages all bilingual candidates to apply! Some positions may require bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin. Under the authority of Civil Service Rules Section 5.03, if a position requires bilingual language skills, only those candidates who have indicated they are bilingual in the required language(s) will be referred. Bilingual candidates will be required to successfully pass a language proficiency test if selected for hire. Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Experience: Two (2) years of recent full-time journey level experience in the plumbing, electrical, mechanical, or carpentry trade and completion of a recognized apprenticeship program in one or more of these disciplines. Five years of varied recent, full time journey level experience in the plumbing, electrical, mechanical, or carpentry trade may be substituted for the apprenticeship program. -OR- Two (2) years of recent full-time experience as a Combination Dwelling Inspector. -OR- One (1) year experience as a Combination Inspector in a position comparable to that of the City of Oakland or a Specialty Inspector at the City of Oakland. -OR- A Bachelor's degree in civil, structural, mechanical or electrical engineering or architecture from an accredited college or university may be substituted for all experience requirements. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE / OTHER REQUIREMENTS: One certification as an Inspector related to assigned job functions from a nationally or state recognized agency (such as IAPMO or ICC or IAEI) must be obtained within 12 months of appointment to this position, unless the appointee is otherwise exempted based on California Building Standards Code 18949.28. The Specialty Combination Inspector is required to maintain valid inspector certification throughout his or her employment with the City of Oakland. Failure to maintain this certificate may result in dismissal from employment. Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties. Desirable Qualifications: Experience in the building industry in either constructing, regulating or designing the work performed. Knowledge of three (3) or more specific trades such as plumbing, electrical, mechanical or structural. Education or certifications in building codes, architectural or construction management fields. Training in building codes, property maintenance, construction trades, or technical classes related to structures and the systems within. Supplemental Information The Recruitment Process: The City of Oakland works with a Civil Service system. Applicants apply online, and HR staff reviews their experience, education, and training listed on the application against the “minimum qualifications” listed for each position. This is a continuous recruitment. This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Currently, the next review of applications is planned for the week of December 4, 2023. Candidates who demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements are then invited to participate in an assessment process (or testing) to measure their knowledge, skills, and abilities in job-related areas. Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements will have an opportunity to request a final review. Candidates must request a final review within 5 business days of being notified that they did not meet the minimum qualifications. In the final review, candidates may clarify information already provided on their application. No additional work history, education, or certifications will be accepted. Any decisions made during this review process will be final. For this recruitment, all qualified applicants will be invited to take an online multiple-choice test. You’ll have 7 days to complete the test once the link is sent to your email. The next round of examination is currently scheduled for December 8, 2023 - December 15, 2023 . For some recruitments, more than one type of assessment may be used. Depending on the number of candidates who pass the first assessment (multiple-choice test, structured interview, supplemental screening, performance exam) you may be asked to complete a secondary assessment before the recruitment is finalized. If a secondary assessment is scheduled, you will be notified by email with specific details. If a secondary assessment is not scheduled, department hiring interviews will occur during this time frame. Candidates who pass each stage in the process will be placed on an eligible list. Some candidates may receive extra points, for example, if you are a Veteran with an honorable discharge, or if you are a current City of Oakland resident. If you’re applying to a “restricted” posting and you are eligible as a current City employee, you may also receive additional points for your City service. Extra points are only applied to passing scores, so if you do not pass every element of the testing process, you cannot use extra points to pass. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. What’s in it for you? Work/Life Balance: 40 hour work weeks, and a flexible/hybrid remote schedule 15 paid holidays Vacation: 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service Retirement: CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security Health: The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem, Blue Shield, United Health Care, and other HMO and PPO plans Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents Sick leave: Employees accrue 12 days per year Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance up to $200k & Employee Training. Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list. Disaster Service Workers All employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user of the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm. If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. The Department of Planning and Building is looking for fourteen (14) Specialty Combination Inspectors to support in planning review or inspections and code enforcement. If you have either completed an apprenticeship and have 2 years of experience as a Journey plumber, electrician, HVAC specialist, or carpenter, OR you have a bachelor's degree in civil, structural, mechanical, or electrical engineering or architecture we encourage you to apply! Why join the City of Oakland Planning and Building Department? Would you like to be part of a collaborative team dedicated to ensuring a safe and healthy community for the City of Oakland? The Building staff includes a large number of experienced public servants who are looking for those with knowledge and skills in the construction industry that can contribute to maintaining and improving the built environment. We have numerous positions within the Residential, Commercial, and Code Enforcement Divisions that will enforce the adopted building and property maintenance codes. If you have specialized experience in a particular trade, or if you have a combined understanding of building codes and construction or experience with enforcing property and development requirements for local government and believe in providing quality service to the community, then we have a role for you on our team. We are looking for someone who: Values public service and is willing to participate in making Oakland a safe and sustainable community Knows the importance of confirming that properties, built structures, and the electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems within are safely installed Enjoys working with a diverse group of public servants to serve a diverse community What you will typically be responsible for: Conducting site visits, performing visual inspections of work performed and providing an inspection report noting the results Recording the inspection reports within the permit system software Participating in code related discussions and recommending process improvements when needed Working with property owners and tenants to ensure living conditions are free of life/safety issues. A few reasons you might love this job: You will be part of team that will support your professional growth You can contribute to the betterment of the community by upholding minimum health and safety requirements You will receive generous salary, employment benefits, and a work life balance A few challenges you might face in this job: You will be assigned inspections or site visits to confirm the work performed or existing conditions comply with adopted codes. You will need to communicate with fellow Inspectors and Supervisors in order to provide uniform and consistent service. You will need to communicate with contractors, property owners and residents informing them of code requirements. Competencies Required: Critical Thinking : Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims Fact Finding : Obtaining facts and data pertaining to an issue or question Mechanical Insight: Comprehending how mechanical, electrical, and structural systems operate and interact General Physical Ability: Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination Legal & Regulatory Navigation : Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations Professional & Technical Expertise : Applying technical subject matter expertise to the job Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards Using Technology : Working with electronic hardware and software applications Attention to Detail : Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work product s Handling Stress : Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity Professional Integrity & Ethics : Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability Writing : Communicating effectively in writing Building & Maintaining Relationships : Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships Handling & Resolving Conflict : Managing interpersonally strained situations Valuing Diversity : Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace *Read the complete job description by clicking the link below. Specialty Combination Inspector *Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland Minimum Requirements for Application This is a public contact position. The City highly encourages all bilingual candidates to apply! Some positions may require bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin. Under the authority of Civil Service Rules Section 5.03, if a position requires bilingual language skills, only those candidates who have indicated they are bilingual in the required language(s) will be referred. Bilingual candidates will be required to successfully pass a language proficiency test if selected for hire. Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Experience: Two (2) years of recent full-time journey level experience in the plumbing, electrical, mechanical, or carpentry trade and completion of a recognized apprenticeship program in one or more of these disciplines. Five years of varied recent, full time journey level experience in the plumbing, electrical, mechanical, or carpentry trade may be substituted for the apprenticeship program. -OR- Two (2) years of recent full-time experience as a Combination Dwelling Inspector. -OR- One (1) year experience as a Combination Inspector in a position comparable to that of the City of Oakland or a Specialty Inspector at the City of Oakland. -OR- A Bachelor's degree in civil, structural, mechanical or electrical engineering or architecture from an accredited college or university may be substituted for all experience requirements. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE / OTHER REQUIREMENTS: One certification as an Inspector related to assigned job functions from a nationally or state recognized agency (such as IAPMO or ICC or IAEI) must be obtained within 12 months of appointment to this position, unless the appointee is otherwise exempted based on California Building Standards Code 18949.28. The Specialty Combination Inspector is required to maintain valid inspector certification throughout his or her employment with the City of Oakland. Failure to maintain this certificate may result in dismissal from employment. Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties. Desirable Qualifications: Experience in the building industry in either constructing, regulating or designing the work performed. Knowledge of three (3) or more specific trades such as plumbing, electrical, mechanical or structural. Education or certifications in building codes, architectural or construction management fields. Training in building codes, property maintenance, construction trades, or technical classes related to structures and the systems within. Supplemental Information The Recruitment Process: The City of Oakland works with a Civil Service system. Applicants apply online, and HR staff reviews their experience, education, and training listed on the application against the “minimum qualifications” listed for each position. This is a continuous recruitment. This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Currently, the next review of applications is planned for the week of December 4, 2023. Candidates who demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements are then invited to participate in an assessment process (or testing) to measure their knowledge, skills, and abilities in job-related areas. Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements will have an opportunity to request a final review. Candidates must request a final review within 5 business days of being notified that they did not meet the minimum qualifications. In the final review, candidates may clarify information already provided on their application. No additional work history, education, or certifications will be accepted. Any decisions made during this review process will be final. For this recruitment, all qualified applicants will be invited to take an online multiple-choice test. You’ll have 7 days to complete the test once the link is sent to your email. The next round of examination is currently scheduled for December 8, 2023 - December 15, 2023 . For some recruitments, more than one type of assessment may be used. Depending on the number of candidates who pass the first assessment (multiple-choice test, structured interview, supplemental screening, performance exam) you may be asked to complete a secondary assessment before the recruitment is finalized. If a secondary assessment is scheduled, you will be notified by email with specific details. If a secondary assessment is not scheduled, department hiring interviews will occur during this time frame. Candidates who pass each stage in the process will be placed on an eligible list. Some candidates may receive extra points, for example, if you are a Veteran with an honorable discharge, or if you are a current City of Oakland resident. If you’re applying to a “restricted” posting and you are eligible as a current City employee, you may also receive additional points for your City service. Extra points are only applied to passing scores, so if you do not pass every element of the testing process, you cannot use extra points to pass. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. What’s in it for you? Work/Life Balance: 40 hour work weeks, and a flexible/hybrid remote schedule 15 paid holidays Vacation: 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service Retirement: CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security Health: The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem, Blue Shield, United Health Care, and other HMO and PPO plans Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents Sick leave: Employees accrue 12 days per year Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance up to $200k & Employee Training. Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list. Disaster Service Workers All employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user of the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm. If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements Closing Date/Time: Continuous