Position/Program Information
Open Competitive - Emergency
Essential Job Functions
Conducts complex and sensitive research assignments requiring locating and gathering of data from multiple sources and interpretation of often conflicting and ambiguous data to reach sound conclusions; identifies research problems and challenges, determines analytical techniques appropriate to an assignment's purpose; develops statistical and information-gathering processes to ensure quality, integrity, validity, and relevance of data obtained for analysis and decision-making purposes.
Uses qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods in order to identify issues, summarize findings and draw fact-based conclusions often based upon large amounts of information.
Analyzes complex operational, financial, program and other issues and makes recommendations on appropriate courses of action; participates in the development of options and positions that meet objectives and best balance the interests of various stakeholders; develops and/or recommends the development of programs or policies to address problems or improve operations by applying the results of research and analysis of pertinent information in order to ensure the highest likelihood of success.
Monitors processes and programs by gathering and analyzing relevant information in order to ensure that processes are capable and stable, and programs are proceeding as planned; monitors emerging issues and concerns in order to develop timely, proactive responses.
Evaluates the effectiveness of various programs by comparing program outcomes to program goals in order to determine whether to continue, modify, or discontinue programs.
Lead Positions - Leads a team/unit of lower-level analysts by providing work guidance and direction to subordinates, and participates in the work of team/unit members; participates in scheduling, assigning and monitoring work of other employees for completeness, accuracy and conformance with departmental standards; provides information, instruction and training on work processes; provides input to supervisor on employee work performance and behaviors; estimates personnel, equipment and material requirements for assigned jobs.
Supervisory Positions - Plans, organizes, assigns, and evaluates the work of a unit of lower-level analysts; with staff, develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve assigned unit objectives; provides input and monitors performance; participates in developing, implementing and evaluating plans, processes and procedures to achieve established goals and objectives in accordance with department standards.
For further detailed information including more example of duties in various administrative functions and general/specific competencies regarding this position, please view the classification specification. Administrative Services Manager I.
Requirements
OPTION I: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university* -AND-Three (3) years of experience performing analytical assignments, two (2) years of which must have been at the associate analyst level**, primarily researching, analyzing and synthesizing data, as well as making recommendations for resolving administrative or operational problems within one or more of the following administrative*** fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field.****
A Master's degree* or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration, Law or closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.
OPTION II: Five (5) years of experience performing analytical assignments, two years of which must have been at the associate analyst level**, primarily researching, analyzing and synthesizing data, as well as making recommendations for resolving administrative or operational problems within one or more of the following administrative*** fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field.****
Please submit documentation TO: [email protected] and CC: [email protected] indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the educational requirement.
Note: We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
**Associate analyst level work involves 1.) the independent performance of a variety of routine to moderately complex assignments and/or 2.) under more direct supervision, the performance of complex assignments. Both types of assignments require the use of established research and analytical methods and techniques, as well as sound professional judgment to analyze and resolve problems and issues related to administrative functions such as human resources, budget, finance, contracts and other closely related administrative functional areas. This level of work is generally assigned to positions in classifications above the entry level classification of the respective series.
Note: For a full description of associate-level analytical work, refer to Los Angeles County's Management Analyst, classification specification Item# 1848.
Physical Class
Additional Information
Application and Filing Information
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Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries
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No Sharing of User ID, email, and Password
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CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922
TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 325-0778
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
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Employment Eligibility:
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Veteran’s Credit:
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veteran’s credit, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf
Revised September 2025