HEALTH PROGRAM ANALYST III / EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT HOMELESSNESS

Los Angeles County (CA) • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

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. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Health Program Analyst III 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. Before the end of 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 Health Program Analyst III.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department.
• Five (5) years of experience in the analysis of mental health or public health programs, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of Health Program Analyst II.
• A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.
• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervises or independently executes the development, implementation, and evaluation of the services of a program or sub-program.
• Formulates or assists with the formulation of plans, policies, and objectives for the program.
• Supervises and participates in the coordination and facilitation of collaborative efforts among public, private, and non-profit groups and community organizations.
• Provides leadership, technical assistance, advocacy, and coalition-building on behalf of targeted groups.
• Reviews written recommendations from staff regarding budgets submitted by contact agencies, policy issues, pending legislation, regulations, and technical research.
• Supervises the investigation of contracted agency operations performed by subordinate analyst staff.
• Performs investigations of highly sensitive or complex issues involving contract agencies and makes recommendations to management.
• Supervises and advises staff in the analysis and preparation of grant applications.
• Monitors program-related activities and services to ensure compliance with grant activities.
• Reviews written reports on program activities and progress toward achieving the overall goals of the program.
• Develops written program goals and specialty program plans.
• Supervises and participates in the development and administration of contracts with public health program service providers.
• Supervises the monitoring and evaluation of agencies to ensure compliance with contract requirements and services.
• Conducts meetings with departmental, public, private, and non-profit groups and community organizations.
• Oversees the evaluation of awareness campaigns that promote the assigned program.
• Oversees and assists in the design and layout of promotional materials.

Benefits

• Opportunity for permanent County employment after initial 90-day period.
• Work directly benefiting the population of LA County.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree