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Job Description
Position/Program Information
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY APPLICATION FILING PERIOD
Applications will be accepted from Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT)
This examination will remain open until the needs of the Service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
EXAM NUMBER
W1078I - HE
The LA County Department of Human Resources (DHR) has authorized Hiring as an Emergency under Civil Service Rule 13.04 in response to Assembly Bill (AB) 2561 ( McKinnor), which requires the County to report on high vacancy rates and recruitment efforts. This action supports a Countywide strategy to address persistent staffing shortages that threaten the delivery of essential public services. We are looking for qualified and committed individuals to help strengthen the County workforce and ensure residents continue to receive critical support. If you are looking for a new opportunity where your work will make an immediate impact, this may be the role for you.
The Internal Services Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Administrative Manager 10, ISD (Finance Business Partner) vacancy related to this effort to stabilize critical services and accelerate hiring in high-need areas.
Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.
During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.
Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Administrative Manager 10, ISD (Finance Business Partner).
Essential Job Functions
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Business Partnership and Strategic Alignment:
Serves as the primary financial advisor to assigned Services, aligning budget, workforce, and operational strategies with business priorities.
Implement Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Strategies and Tools:
Collaborates with Finance, Human Resources (HR) and operational leaders to align financial goals with organizational strategies, workforce plans, and performance reports that promote accountability and data-driven management.
Lead Implementation of (FP&A) Strategies and Tools:
Works with the (FP&A) team and ISD Service to deploy financial planning, forecasting and analytical tools that strengthen decision-making and operational performance.
Performance and Operational Insight:
Provide insight and recommendations that optimize resource use, improve efficiency, and strengthen service delivery outcomes.
Data-Driven Decision Support:
Works with the FP&A and IT teams to enhance financial management tools, reports and dashboards, ensuring Service managers have access to timely, relevant, an actionable information.
Change Leadership and Financial Literacy:
Supports change management efforts to improve financial processes, tools, and decision-making capabilities. Builds financial literacy among operational managers to strengthen departmental fiscal accountability.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Three years' experience in an administrative,* advisory, or staff capacity** dealing with the investigation and solution of procedural, personnel, budgetary, legislative, community, governmental or similar complex problems. .
You must meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.
Special Requirement Information
*Administrative is defined as work performed typically in an administrative services branch of an organizational unit, including responsibility for the development of procedures and participation in policy formulation. Experience at the level of independent responsibility for assignments of average difficulty analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, budget, personnel, information services, programs, facilities planning, materials management, and general management.
**Advisory or Staff capacity is defined as work performed in an advisory capacity to line managers to provide program and administrative support by doing research and making recommendations to administration for the solution of problems of organization, procedure, program, budget, or personnel.
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-point limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
Desirable Qualifications- Experience developing cost recovery models, service rates, and pricing methodologies that align costs with service outcomes.
- Strong background in financial planning, forecasting, and scenario modeling to support data-driven decision-making and operational strategy.
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights, using dashboards, reports, and visual storytelling to communicate with non-financial audiences.
- Experience partnering with operational leaders to integrate finance, HR, and data considerations into cohesive business plans and resource strategies.
- Knowledge of County budgeting, cost accounting, and rate-setting principles, including familiarity with Chief Executive Office, Auditor-Controller, and departmental budget processes.
- Ability to analyze and improve business performance, assess financial and operational efficiency, and recommend strategies to enhance value and service delivery.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build trust, influence decision-makers, and provide consultative financial guidance at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated leadership ability to develop and mentor analytical teams, foster collaboration, and promote continuous improvement across functional areas.
During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score in this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
Additional Information
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.
Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add DLin@isd.lacounty.gov , as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com , and info@governmentjobs.com to your email and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
You 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.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance 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:
Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
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 .
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 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.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.
Contact us:
Exam Number: W1078I-HE
Department Contact Name: Debbie Lin
Department Contact Email: DLin@isd.lacounty.gov
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 881-3932
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 [Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077]
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