Emergency Management Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE-EMERGENCY This announcement is a re-post to reopen the filing period. FILING DATES: Applications will be accepted from Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until the needs of the position are met

EXAM NUMBER: b0904A-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.

Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Management Assistant 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. During 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 Management Assistant. Essential Job Functions Researches information by locating and extracting information (e.g., by reading, downloading, interviewing, etc.) from relevant sources (e.g., Internet search engines, library materials, government and technical reports, knowledgeable individuals, etc.) in order to provide valid and reliable data for analysis and decision making purposes

Compiles information by grouping and/or categorizing the information (e.g., in tables, spreadsheets, data files, etc.) in meaningful ways in order to facilitate analysis. Analyzes information using qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods in order to understand and make conclusions based upon large amounts of information. 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

Prepares a variety of documents (e.g., reports, business correspondence, memoranda, etc.) using appropriate software programs (e.g., word processing, desktop publishing, presentation, etc.) in order to effectively communicate information to various audiences (e.g., departmental personnel, members of the public, governing boards, etc.). Interacts with a variety of individuals (e.g., vendors, managers, representatives of external agencies/organizations, etc.) when participating in meetings, mediating disputes, making presentations, providing advice and/or consultation services, etc. in order to communicate information, share ideas and/or recommend solutions, and coordinate activities

Coordinates activities, such as those of contractors, consultants, outside agencies, etc. to ensure that programs are successfully implemented. 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.

Evaluates the effectiveness of various programs by comparing program outcomes to program goals in order to determine whether to continue, modify, or discontinue programs. Performs various administrative duties (e.g., creating and maintaining files; formatting standard documents; receiving, processing, and routing documents; etc.) by appropriately applying Federal and State laws, County and local ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures in order to ensure all work done complies with established guidelines and requirements. Click on the Management Assistant for complete details of this classification

Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A *Bachelor's Degree** from an accredited college or university. *Preferred degrees include, but are not limited to, those obtained in areas such as: Management, Public Administration, Human Resources, Finance, Economics, or Organizational Psychology. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) at the time of filing in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.

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. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: It is important to fill out the job application completely and as directed. The Department of Mental Health encourages all applicants to submit relevant attachments including resumes and required documents in the Attachments section of the application.

**To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter from an accredited institution within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards

For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf (Download PDF reader) and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf Official Transcript is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and; therefore, will NOT be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete or rejected. If you are unable to attach required documents, you must e-mail the documents to Exams@dmh.lacounty.gov, within seven (7) calendar days of filing online

Please include the exam title and your full name as it appears on your application. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending a copy to the exam analyst.

No withhold will be allowed. Required education must be fully met at the time of filing and clearly indicated on the application. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance.

Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION 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.

Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application.

This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on the top right corner of the screen. Plan to submit your online application well in advance before the 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 govermmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty.gov 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. 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 hsacks@dmh.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com and info@governmentjob.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notification from being filtered as span/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. IMPORTANT NOTES: Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT

Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification, Minimum Requirements, and/or Special Requirement Information serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so, your application will be REJECTED as INCOMPLETE. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE 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 USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their applications 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 inequalities 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: HR Examinations Unit: (213) 972-7034 HR Examinations Unit Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov Analyst Contact Phone: Lola Sacks, (323) 705-4072 Analyst Contact Email: hsacks@dmh.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 705-4072 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 735-2922 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONES: (800) 735-2922 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles

Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement: The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/

Testing Accommodations for Applicants: The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting.

For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/. Fair Chance: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment

The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is 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 conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov.

Code Section 12952). Employment Eligibility: Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States

Career PathFinder: Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov. 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