Administrative Services Manager I - Economic Development Policy & Strategy
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EXAM TITLE: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES MANAGER I- ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT POLICY & STRATEGY
Exam Number: EW1002A-EAJOB TYPE:PERMANENT
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT
Filing dates:Applications will be accepted starting at 8:00 a.m. (PT) on May 23 2025 until the needs of the service are met. The application filing period is subject to closure without notice.
About this emergency appointment:The Los Angeles (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 in search of 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.
The Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) is seeking qualified candidates to fill a Administrative Services Manager I (ASM I) vacancy. 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 ASM I.
Work location:Economic Opportunity Headquarters510 S. Vermont Ave 11th FlLos Angeles CA 90020DEO offers a hybrid telework schedule subject to the needs of the department.
About the department:DEO is LA Countys central economic and workforce development hub helping residents connect to new career pathways start and certify a business and access life-changing opportunities! Were working to advance equity and inclusive balanced growth through all DEO programs and services by targeting economic benefits to the most vulnerable and marginalized communities small businesses and residents in LA County.
Our Vision:An equitable economy with thriving communities inclusive and sustainable growth and opportunity and mobility for all!
Our Mission:DEO creates quality jobs helps small businesses and high-road employers start and grow and builds vibrant local communities and spaces.
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 assignments purpose; develops statistical and information-gathering processes to ensure quality integrity validity and relevance of data obtained for analysis and decision-making purposes.
Compiles information by grouping and/or categorizing the information (e.g. in tables spreadsheets data files) in meaningful ways in order to facilitate meeting specific analytical requirements.
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.
Prepares a variety of documents (e.g. reports business correspondence memoranda) often of a highly sensitive nature requiring the exercise of organizational acumen; uses appropriate software programs (e.g. word processing desktop publishing presentation) to create materials in a variety of formats and approaches in order to effectively communicate information to various audiences (e.g. departmental personnel members of the public governing boards).
Interacts with a variety of individuals (e.g. vendors managers representatives of external agencies/organizations) often on sensitive and confidential issues; participates in meetings to make presentations provide advice and/or consultation services resolve conflicts mediate disputes and negotiate agreements; coordinates activities with County central agency and departmental staff 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; 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.
Performs various administrative duties (e.g. creating and maintaining files; formatting standard documents; receiving processing and routing documents) 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.
Requirements
- MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Option 1
A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university -AND- *Three 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.
Option 2
Five years of experience performing analytical assignments two years of which must have beenat the associate analyst level**primarily researching analyzing andsynthesizing data as well as making recommendations for resolving administrative or operationalproblems within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources budget finance contracts or other closely-related administrative field.
*A Masters degree or higher in Business Administration Public Administration Law or closely related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
**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 fuller description of associate-level analyticalwork refer to Los Angeles Countys Management Analyst classification (Item #1848).
YouMUSTmeet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to apply an alternative method of transportation when needed to carryout 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.
SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS:
To receive credit for the required education a legible copy of the diploma or official transcript from an accredited institution that displays the degree awarded and date conferred must be attached to the application or emailed to Please reference examination number EW1002A-EA in the subject line. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
Before the end of your initial work assignment the appointing department will evaluate your performance weighted at 100%. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only.Apply online by clicking on the APPLY button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the process including after an appointment has been made. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements.Provide all relevant training and experience in the spaces provided to assist in evaluating your qualifications for the job. For each job held give the name and address of your employer your job title beginning and ending dates number of hours worked per week and description of work performed.If your application is incomplete it will be rejected.Applicants must provide a legible copy of the diploma or official transcript from an accredited institution (the transcript must display the degree awarded and date conferred). International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. If you are not able to submit the required copy of your diploma or official transcript with your application at the time of filing you may email a copy to Please reference exam number EW1002A-EA in the subject line.Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application so it is important to provide a valid email address. Please add as well as and to your list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. You may opt out of emails from LA County. However if you unsubscribe you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County.You may be required to verify your email address so plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline. This is only required once per email address and if you already have a job seeker account on 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.FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: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.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.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.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 friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION:For any questions regarding this examination please send an email to Please reference exam number EW1002A-EA in the subject line.California Relay Services Phone:Teletype Phone:ADA Coordinator Phone:
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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: Accommodations for Applicants:
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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.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
