• Job Description

  Req#: 4383698
  
  
  TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
  Open Competitive Job Opportunity
  No Out-Of-Class Experience
  
  
  EXAM NUMBER:
  PH4727I
  
  FILING PERIOD :
  Monday, April 22, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:59 p.m. Pacific Time (PT)
  Filing will be suspended on April 22, 2024 at 1:59 p.m. Pacific Time (PT).
  Applications submitted after 1:59 p.m. (PT) on April 22, 2024 will not be accepted.
  
  THIS EXAMINATION WILL REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE
  
  
  
  DEFINITION:
  Participates in planning, implementing, administering, and evaluating mental health and public health programs.
  
  CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
  This is the entry-level class in the Health Program Analyst Series. Positions allocable to this classification are located in the departments of Mental Health and Public Health and perform routine-to-difficult program work that is directly related to the department's core mission or business, rather than an auxiliary or support function. Factors affecting allocation of positions in the Health Program Analyst Series include but are not limited to scope and complexity of program/clinic, program budget, number and size of contracts, and size and composition of clinical, professional, and support staff.
  Positions allocated to the Department of Mental Health typically report to and receive supervision from a clinical program manager or a Health Program Analyst III, and perform assignments in connection with key functional areas of programs administered for a small- to medium-sized clinic or a centrally-administered Countywide program of comparable level, scope, and complexity.
  Positions allocated to the Department of Public Health typically report to and receive supervision from a higher level program analyst. Positions are distinguished by responsibility for performing assignments within the key functional areas of a public health program, such as program and policy development, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
  Positions in the Health Program Analyst Series are distinguished from positions allocated to perform contract development and administration activities as part of a centralized departmental contracting function. Health Program Analyst I is distinguished from Health Program Analyst II in that the latter carries out complex and difficult assignments in support of program operations of a medium- to large-sized clinic or a comparably-sized Countywide program; or performs assignments of this nature as part of a centralized, departmental program support function.
  These positions require working knowledge of principles of program administration, organization, and planning; methodologies, concepts, and practices of human services program development, support, and evaluation; and the ability to collect, evaluate, and synthesize data, draw conclusions, and formulate recommendations in connection with community health programs; interpret Federal, State, and County legislative regulations and mandates; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, community members, and other public and private agencies; and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of health-focused programs.

  • Assists with the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of program policies, goals, and objectives.

  • Assists with the development and preparation of grants and ensures compliance with grant requirements.

  • Assists with the coordination, planning and development of budgets for programs; assists with the monitoring of established budgets.

  • Evaluates contract activities related to compliance, service delivery, operations, and budgets for quality assurance.

  • Gathers and analyzes information pertaining to the project or program including overall evaluation and prepares a variety of reports and correspondence related to the program.

  • Assists in formulating and presenting recommendations to management for program modifications or corrective action based on program evaluations.

  • Coordinates and participates in focus groups with clients regarding quality of care issues.

  • Assists in the development and implementation of community action plans, and aides in the policy passage and implementation process.

  • Represents or advocates for the needs and rights of clients at hearings or meetings with service providers, as needed.
  MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  
  
  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-
  Two (2) years of experience at the level of Management Analyst*** performing assignments in mental health or public health program analysis****.
  
  
  A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience, if the degree was not used to meet the education requirement.
  
  
  Option II : Four (4) years of experience performing assignments in mental health or public health program analysis****, two years of which must have been at the level of Management Analyst***.
  
  
  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 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:
  No Out-Of-Class Experience will be accepted for this exam.
  *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.
  • Foreign degrees 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.
  All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing, or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. 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.
  
  **The core business functions of Public Health include Assessment, Policy Development, and Assurance, Public Health, Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Health Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration, Behavioral Science, Social Science, or a closely related field.
  
  
  *** Management Analyst in the County of Los Angeles is defined as one who performs a variety of analytical, technical, and/or confidential and sensitive assignments in core functional areas.
  
  ****Analysis of public health and mental health programs is defined as the study and investigation of issues and problems of public health OR mental health programs in development, implementation, administration, or evaluation with the formulation of applicable solutions and recommendations.
  
  DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
  
  Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualification beyond the minimum requirements:
  
  
  • Additional work experience at the level of Management Analyst*** performing assignments in mental health or public health program analysis****.
  
  
  
  EXAMINATION CONTENT :
  This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon the application and desirable qualifications 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.
  
  ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
  
  The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in 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 .
  
  
  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, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
  
  
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  Application and Filing Information
  HOW TO APPLY:
  Applications must be submitted ONLINE ONLY. We must receive your application starting from April 22, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. (PT) to 1:59 p.m. (PT).
  
  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.
  
  
  Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 1:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on April 22, 2024, to ensure you have sufficient time 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
  
  
  Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order 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.
  
  
  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 hrexams@ph.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.
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  
  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. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org.
  
  FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER:
  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.
  
  
  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. 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.
  
  
  Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst
  Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546
  Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov
  Exam Number: PH4727I
  
  
  California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
  ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546
  Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099
  Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077

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  Los Angeles County, one of California’s original 27 counties, was established on Feb. 18, 1850. It is one of the nation’s largest counties with 4,084 square miles, and has the largest population of any county in the nation.

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