CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Positions allocable to this class typically report to a Sergeant or higher level manager and function as administrative generalists within a line operation or unit in the Sheriff's Department. Incumbents must possess the ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision and utilize a working knowledge of departmental policies and procedures as well as good verbal communication and writing skills.  Incumbents must utilize a working knowledge of personal computers, which are used in the daily performance of their duties.

Assists management in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of technical/complex information and statistical data, organizes data, and prepares reports in both narrative and statistical formats.

Composes and prepares inter-office and departmental memoranda, reports, and documents for management review and approval.

Assists management in the analysis, evaluation, and preparation of the departmental budget at the bureau, station, or unit level.

Assists management in the overall coordination, planning, organization, and staffing of the unit by participating in the recruitment, selection, and placement of qualified employees.

Develops procedures, systems, and forms to ensure efficient flow of information, work flow, and services within the unit or bureau.

Researches and collects data for general information purposes or special reports, contacting other County departments, employees, agencies, and individuals for information, as necessary; may prepare reports for supervisor's approval, upon request.

Receives verbal and/or written requests for information and, upon the review and approval of management, provides requested information or refers request to the proper authority.

Assumes responsibility, as assigned, for performing other administrative duties related to the overall functions of the unit or bureau.

Supervises a small clerical and/or operations support staff engaged in related work where responsibility for supervision is subordinate to the performance of the administrative work, as required.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

OPTION A:  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree.* 

OPTION B:  Two years of experience in the service of Los Angeles County in a staff capacity** analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, program, procedure, budget, or personnel at the level of Los Angeles County classification of Operations Assistant I, Sheriff***, Administrative Assistant I****, or higher in the service of the County of Los Angeles. 

OPTION C:  One year of experience as an Operations Assistant I, Sheriff***** in the service of the County of Los Angeles.

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:  Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting.  Considerable walking may be involved.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION
*In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any  type of college degree, such as a Bachelor, or Masters degree, or for completion of a certificate program, you must include a legible copy of the official degree, official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official certificates with your online application at the time of filing, or during the examination process but prior to promulgation.  Failure to provide the required documentation prior to promulgation will result in application rejection. 

ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS BY JUNE 26, 2018 IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.

EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of three (3) parts:

PART I
A written test weighted 40%.  The written test will cover reading comprehension, written expression, data analysis & interpretation, and automated office software/suite.

A HAND HELD BATTERY/SOLAR OPERATED NON-TAPED PRODUCING CALCULATOR WILL BE PROVIDED AT THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION.  USE OF MEMORY-STORAGE, SCIENTIFIC STATISTICAL, OR FINANCIAL CALCULATORS , CELL PHONES, PERSONAL DIGITAL ASSISTANTS (PDA'S) AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES IS PROHIBITED. 

THE WRITTEN TEST IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.

ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES WHO ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER WILL PROCEED TO PART II.

PART II
An oral interview weighted 35%.  The oral interview will cover training, experience, and general ability to perform the duties of the position. 

Applicants who are applying concurrently for Employment Services Assistant II, Sheriff, Exam No. J1924N will take the written test and oral interview one time.  The resulting score will be transferred to all applicable examinations for which you applied. 

ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES WHO ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER WILL PROCEED TO PART III.

PART III
An Appraisal of Promotability weighted 25% .  The Appraisal of Promotability will evaluate attention to detail, multitasking/time management, teamwork, written communication skills and oral communication skills.

CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST.

Please note:  Invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application.  It is important that applicants provide a valid email address.  Please add cdorado@lasd.org to your email address book and tot he list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. 

Notice of Non-Acceptance and Final results will be mailed via USPS.  Test scores cannot be given over the phone.

TEST PREPARATION
Test Preparation resources are available to help candidates for the written employment test, namely: 

• Study guides and other test preparation resources may be accessed through the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov and clicking on the Job Info Center, then clicking on Employment Test Preparation.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.  

VACANCY INFORMATION
The eligible list resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout various Bureaus within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.    

AVAILABLE SHIFT  Day

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY - APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. 

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 SELECTION 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 by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing.

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 Selection 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.