HEALTH PROGRAM ANALYST III

Position/Program Information

EXAMINATION NUMBER:

PH4731I

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

We welcome applications from anyone!

FIRST DAY OF FILING:

We will be accepting online applications on Thursday, July 10th, 2025 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time (PT)

Applications must be received by 4:59 p.m. (PT) or before , on Thursday, July 10, 2025.
Applications received after 4:59 p.m. (PT), will not be considered.

No out-of-class experience will be accepted.

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ABOUT THIS POSITION:
We are pursuing qualified candidates to fill Health Program Analyst III positions within the Department of Public Health. The position supervises a team of analysts and other technical and support personnel providing technical and consultative services to the management of a program; or oversees a small Countywide health program.

For information about the specific classification standards for this position, please visit the following link: Health Program Analyst III

Essential Job Functions

What will I do as a Health Program Analyst III?

• Supervises or independently performs the development, implementation, and evaluation of the services of a program or sub-program; formulates or assists with the formulation of plans, policies, and objectives for the program.
  
• Leads and participates in the coordination and facilitation of collaborative efforts among public, private, and non-profit groups and community organizations to meet the needs of the target population; provides leadership, technical assistance, advocacy, and coalition-building on behalf of targeted groups.
  
• Reviews written recommendations from staff regarding budgets submitted by contact agencies, policy issues, pending legislation, regulations, and technical research and position papers relating to the program area.
  
• Supervises the investigation of contracted agency operations performed by subordinate analyst staff; performs investigations of highly sensitive or complex issues involving contract agencies and makes recommendations to management.
  
• Supervises and advises staff in the analysis and preparation of grant applications; monitors program-related activities and services to ensure compliance with grant activities.
  
• Reviews written reports on program activities and progress toward achieving the overall goals of the program; develops written program goals and specialty program plans.
  
• Supervises and coordinates the development and administration of contracts with mental health and public health program service providers; supervises the monitoring and evaluation of agencies to ensure compliance with contract requirements and services.
  
• Conducts meetings with departmental, public, private, and non-profit groups and community organizations to discuss and influence policy issues impacting the assigned program.
  
• Supervises and participates in the development and implementation of community action plans and policy.
  
• Supervises the work of program staff and coordinates the activities of professional and technical staff implementing the objectives and goals of the program.
  
• Attends and leads meetings with department officials and members of community-based organizations and the public interested in resolving issues and influencing the program.
  
• Coordinates the evaluation of awareness campaigns that promote the assigned program; oversees and assists in the design and layout of promotional materials and may disseminate products such as flyers, newsletters, pamphlets, posters, and articles.
  

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
OPTION I: A Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department** -AND- five (5) years of experience in the analysis of mental health or public health programs***, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of Health Program Analyst II .

Only under Option I will a Master's Degree* from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department** be substituted for one (1) year of the experience, in the analysis of mental health or public health programs***; If the degree was not used to meet the education requirement. The Master’s degree will not substitute experience at the level of Health Program Analyst II.

OPTION II: Seven (7) years of experience performing assignments in mental health or public health program*** analysis, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of Health Program Analyst II .

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

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

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:


*To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing your application/the end of the filing period. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to the U.S. standards. Please submit documentation to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. Please note, to receive credit for both your Bachelor's and Master's, you must provide copies of both degrees within the timeframe mentioned above.

• For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf .
  
• Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) . (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information).
  
• Official Transcript is a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected.
  
• We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
  

**Disciplines related to the core business functions of the department may include: Public Health, Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Health Sciences, Community Health Education, Public Administration, Business Administration, Administration/Management, Behavioral Science, Social Science, or a closely related field.

***Experience in the analysis of a mental health or public health program is defined as the study and investigation of issues and problems of mental health or public health program development, implementation, administration, or evaluation and the formation of applicable solutions and recommendations.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications:

• Additional experience beyond the Minimum Requirements.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This assessment type will evaluate the education and experience you list on a questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system.

This part of the assessment is worth 100% of your total score and assesses: Minimum Requirements and Desirable Qualifications.

Candidates must meet the requirements to qualify 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 added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment.

ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION:
Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on the Eligible Register list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months.

NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.

Applications will be processed as they are received and added 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 shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
HOW TO APPLY:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

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.

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.

DO NOT SHARE 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.

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. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.


Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst
Department Contact Phone: (213) 684-8726
Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov

Exam Number: PH4731I
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (844) 914-1006
Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077

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Closing Date/Time: 7/10/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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