JOB TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY
FILING DATE: Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 8:30 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: PH1004A-EA
The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.
The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Administrative Services Manager III vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. 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. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Administrative Services Manager III.
DEFINITION:
Directs a section composed of multiple units responsible for providing administrative services which directly impact the management of major departmental programs and administrative operations.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Positions allocable to this management-level class are typically located in the central administrative office of line departments and report to a higher-level manager. Incumbents are responsible for directing, through subordinate professional administrative supervisors, a section composed of multiple units responsible for providing professional administrative services in such areas as human resources, budget, finance, contracts, and other closely related administrative functional areas.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Plans, organizes, controls, integrates, and evaluates the work of the assigned section; with subordinate supervisors and staff, develops, implements, and monitors work plans to achieve goals and objectives; contributes to the development of the division budget.
- Manages, supervises, and oversees the development, implementation, and evaluation of plans, programs, policies, work processes, systems, and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives, and standards.
- Manages section staff by establishing performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly evaluates performance and provides training, coaching, and mentoring for performance improvement.
- Prepares and/or directs the preparation of, and reviews, a variety of documents such as Board letters and memos, as well as reports and business correspondence to executive management.
- Directs and oversees highly complex and sensitive research assignments requiring a substantial depth of analysis using qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods.
- Interacts with individuals from a variety of organizations to represent the department on highly sensitive, contentious, and confidential issues.
- Actively participates in the development of options, programs, services, and positions that meet objectives and best balance the interests of various stakeholders.
- Oversees auditing activities and the ongoing evaluation of processes and programs to ensure effectiveness, efficiencies, and compliance.
- Performs various administrative duties by appropriately applying federal and State laws, County and local ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures.
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
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. Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY. Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire.
Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst
Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546
Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov
Exam Number: PH1004A-EA
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