• Job Description

  Req#: 4222477

  POSITIONS WILL BE ASSIGNED TO THE FOLLOWING SHERIFF STATIONS:
  LANCASTER, PALMDALE, SANTA CLARITA, AND LOST HILLS/MALIBU.

  
  

  FIRST DAY OF FILING:
  OCTOBER 25, 2023 at 8:00 A.M. (PT)

  
  

  THE FILING PERIOD MAY BE SUSPENDED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS EXAMINATION MAY REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE.

  NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS.

  
  EXAM NUMBER:
  J1132G

  
  

  TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

  OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY

  DEFINITION:

  Receives instruction and training, and gains experience in the performance of the full range of specialized law enforcement clerical functions in a Sheriff station.

  
  

  CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:

  Positions allocable to this paired, entry-level Sheriff Station clerical class receive close administrative and technical supervision from a Supervising Sheriff Station Clerk. Incumbents receive instruction and training in specialized law enforcement clerical functions and gain the experience necessary to qualify for promotion to the journey-level class of Sheriff Station Clerk II. Incumbents are required to work shift hours including nights, weekends and holidays. Commensurate with the concept of paired classes, incumbents in the Sheriff Station Clerk I classification are expected to gain the appropriate experience, based on instruction and training, to promote to the journey-level Sheriff Station Clerk II following the one-year training period.

  Processes a variety of law enforcement reports by going to the computer; logging into the software; researching information; determining which reports to print; ensuring the JDIC is arranged properly; etc. to comply with a request/order and to distribute to different units.
  
  Types and files a variety of documents including commitments, court releases, remand and legal removal orders, teletypes, and transmittals by matching documents to the appropriate identifiers; inputting the appropriate court information; distributing reports to appropriate units; etc. to comply with a request/order in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
  
  Indexes and/or scans reports into appropriate computerized law enforcement data systems by retrieving information; logging into the software; scanning documents; sorting retrieved requests by fax/email/mail; etc. to comply with a request/order in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
  
  Checks computer entries, documents, etc. by logging into appropriate software; matching documents to the appropriate identifiers; proof reading documents; etc. in order to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with policy and legal requirements.
  
  Enters and retrieves confidential law enforcement information by logging into appropriate software; matching documents to the appropriate identifiers; accessing information from different systems; inputting information into different systems; etc. to comply with a request/order in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
  
  Researches and compiles information on persons or property named in reports such as arrest and driver's records, wants or outstanding warrants, stolen or recovered property, etc., by logging into appropriate software; acquiring credentials and matching to the appropriate identifiers in different systems; etc. to comply with a request/order in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
  
  Maintains confidential criminal records and files by locking computer and/or logging off computer after use; securing file cabinets; sharing information only with authorized personnel; etc. to comply with departmental policies and procedures.
  
  Screens and routes telephone calls by answering calls; identifying oneself; carefully listening to the caller; etc. to transfer the caller to the appropriate unit/location.
  
  Furnishes information to the public and authorized law enforcement personnel over the telephone; at a counter; etc. by verifying requestor credentials; gathering information; answering questions; reviewing information; etc. to direct the public/law enforcement personnel to the appropriate unit/location in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures regarding release of confidential and non-confidential information.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  Six months of office clerical experience involving typing or keyboard manipulation.
  
  TYPEWRITING SKILL
  Ability to type at the rate of 30 net words per minute.
  
  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.
  
  SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
  As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail the pre-investigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait twelve (12) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.EXAMINATION CONTENT
  The examination will consist of three (3) parts:
  
  PART I
  A qualifying multiple-choice assessment assessing:
  

  • Data Checking

  CANDIDATES MAY BE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN BOTH PART I AND II. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE THAT ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER IN PART I, WILL HAVE PART II SCORED.
  
  PART II
  Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 100%, assessing:
  

  • Deductive Reasoning
  • Customer Focus
  • Learning Potential
  • Responsibility

  TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS
  

  • Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.
  • This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred.

  ONLY CANDIDATES WHO ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE ON PART I AND PART II WILL PROCEED TO PART III.
  
  PART III
  A qualifying online typing assessment of 30 net words per minute will be required for candidates who have NOT held a typing position in the service of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants do not need to appear at a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department exam facility to participate in this assessment. Applicants may complete the online assessment on a personal device during a specified examination period.
  
  Applicants who do not pass their online typing assessment will not be allowed an additional opportunity. Applicants who fail to complete the online typing assessment will be automatically disqualified from participation in this examination.
  
  The following candidates are NOT required to take the County typing performance test:
  
  Those candidates who currently hold or have held a typing position with the requisite words per minute in the service of the County of Los Angeles.
  
  Those candidates who have taken and passed a Los Angeles County typing performance test at the required words per minute administered by a County Department. Applicants must attach a copy of their typing certificate to their application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application filing.
  
  THE MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS AND PERFORMANCE TYPING TEST ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
  
  CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER.
  
  
  

  TEST PREPARATION

  Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.

  • An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
  • Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests.

  Please note that these resources are intended to provide general information about the types of tests and assessments used by the County of Los Angeles. These resources do not contain details of the exam nor the specific questions you will be asked to answer during the test administration. The exam content section describes the areas assessed by the test and you are invited to study and review whatever material you believe will help you to prepare.
  
  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. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.
  
  NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.
  
  SPECIAL INFORMATION
  
  SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on probation.
  
  ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED
  The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following:

  • use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.
  • use of marijuana with or without a prescription.

  Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.
  
  VACANCY INFORMATION
  The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies at Lancaster, Palmdale, Santa Clarita, and Lost Hills/Malibu Sheriff's stations.
  
  AVAILABLE SHIFT Any
  
  APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING 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.
  
  TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED, YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION.
  
  All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment application and supplemental questionnaire ONLINE only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes and supporting documents may be uploaded as attachments to the online application.
  
  Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification and applications may be rejected at any time during the selection process.
  
  The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS and you have completely filled out your application.
  
  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. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically before 5:00 P.M., PT, on the last day of filing.
  
  NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS.
  
  Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 P.M. (PT) 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.
  
  IMPORTANT NOTES:
  
  

  • Please note that 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 Class Specification and Minimum 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.

  CORRESPONDENCES AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA E-MAIL
  
  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 you provide a valid email address. Please add svyiu@lasd.org, yrodriguez@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log in to your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of most emails sent, for your records.
  
  NOTE: Candidates who apply online must upload any required documents as attachments during application submission. If you are unable to attach required documents, you may fax the documents to (323) 415-2580 or email any outstanding required documents to SheriffExamsUnit@lasd.org at the time of filing, or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application filing. Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the faxed documents.
  
  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 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.
  
  California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
  ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 229-1621
  Teletype Phone: (213) 626-0251
  Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit
  Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611
  Department Contact Email: sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org

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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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