Human Services Administrator II/Emergency Appointment Homelessness

County of Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA

10h • Onsite

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 abuse. 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 Consumer and Business Affairs Housing and Tenant Protections Bureau is seeking qualified candidates to fill an emergency Human Services Administrator II vacancy related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet all 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 positions to Human Services Administrator II.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in an administrative, management or highly responsible staff capacity at the level of Human Services Administrator I.
• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Directs the analysis and formulation of recommendations of proposed changes in County, State and Federal legislation.
• Directs research and studies to determine the effectiveness and need for modifications in program policies and procedures of public assistance or social services programs.
• Supervises the analysis and interpretation of State regulations and the preparation of directions and instructions for new or revised regulations.
• Works with appropriate Federal, State, and local agencies to gain agreement on program concepts and goals in terms of their implementation by the department.
• Interprets program policies and concepts for department staff, other County departments, and other agencies, special interest groups, and individuals in the community.
• Plans and directs major program operations and coordinates them with existing line operations.
• Evaluates and administers departmental training programs.
• Administers the work of a section responsible for the processing and control of financial authorizations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed