STAFF ANALYST, HEALTH SERVICES/ EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS HOMELESSNESS
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 Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Staff Analyst, Health 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 Staff Analyst, Health.Analyzes department services and make recommendations on contracting-out for such services, develops Requests for Proposals as appropriate, receives and evaluates bids, selects vendors, and coordinates transition of County programs to private vendors. Researches and develops contracts with the private sector for the performance of major department-wide functions and services. Negotiates with state or federal agencies to obtain grant funds and to justify and persuade grantor officials to permit the expenditure of funds for purposes contrary to an original grant. Represents the department in negotiations with the state covering various provisions of health service contracts. Ensures that recommended changes in department programs and resolutions to operational problems increase the efficiency and effectiveness of deliverable services. Act as a team leader of other analysts. Performs special assignments and projects, as directed.
Requirements
- Four years of experience in a staff capacity analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, program, procedure, budget, or personnel.
- One year of highly responsible administrative or staff experience at the level of the County of Los Angeles class of Assistant Staff Analyst, Health Services or higher.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Analyzes department services and make recommendations on contracting-out for such services, develops Requests for Proposals as appropriate, receives and evaluates bids, selects vendors, and coordinates transition of County programs to private vendors.
- Researches and develops contracts with the private sector for the performance of major department-wide functions and services.
- Negotiates with state or federal agencies to obtain grant funds and to justify and persuade grantor officials to permit the expenditure of funds for purposes contrary to an original grant.
- Represents the department in negotiations with the state covering various provisions of health service contracts.
- Ensures that recommended changes in department programs and resolutions to operational problems increase the efficiency and effectiveness of deliverable services.
- Act as a team leader of other analysts.
- Performs special assignments and projects, as directed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
