Position/Program Information
EXAM TITLE: Program Manager (Economic Development Services) EXAM NUMBER: EW8194B-EA
JOB TYPE: PERMANENT
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTFILING DATES:Applications will be accepted starting at 8:00 a.m. (PT) on February 27, 2024, until the needs of the service are met. The application filing period is subject to closure without notice.
ABOUT THIS EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT: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 Economic Opportunity is seeking qualified candidates to fill a
Program Manager (Economic Development Services) 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. 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
Program Manager (Economic Development Services) .
WORK LOCATION:Economic Opportunity Headquarters
510 S Vermont Ave 11th Fl
Los Angeles CA 90020
Economic Opportunity offers a hybrid telework schedule subject to the needs of the department.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:The Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) is LA County’s central economic and workforce development hub helping residents connect to new career pathways, start and certify a business, and access life-changing opportunities. We’re working to advance equity and inclusive, sustainable 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
- Develop, implement, and manage strategies for LA County with a focus on the region’s strategic industry sectors, competitive advantages, key economic indicators, and specific geographies.
- Conduct comprehensive mapping of regional assets, such as commercial corridors, educational institutions, and workforce development resources.
- Formulate key metrics for outcomes and deliverables directed towards the region’s disadvantaged populations and focus areas.
- Conduct an inclusive regional business outreach for business retention and expansion efforts.
- Track and report on key outcomes and deliverables.
- Oversee a dedicated team to perform business outreach and projects throughout LA County.
- Identify and attend relevant business and trade events for business outreach and to build partnerships, collaborations, and funding opportunities.
- Collaborate with relevant Federal, State, and County agencies, regional municipalities, community-based organizations, and chambers of commerce.
- Assist in the design and development of outreach and marketing materials, website updates, and social media updates to highlight LA County’s assets, opportunities, competitive advantages, and business resources.
Requirements
1. One year of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Project Supervisor, Community Services, or higher, responsible for the development and/or implementation of community development and senior citizens services or related programs
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2. Three years of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Community Center Director I, or higher, one year of which must include supervision during the last three years, participating in the development and/or implementation of community development and senior citizens services or related programs or in departmental administrative support functions
-OR- 3. Three years of experience at the level of Executive Assistant, or higher, in a highly responsible administrative or staff capacity analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems related to the administration of community or senior services programs
-OR- 4. Three years of experience in a highly responsible administrative capacity analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, financial services, human resources, or information technology, one year of which must have been at the level of a Personnel Officer III or Administrative Services Manager III directing or assisting in directing an administrative, human resources, financial services or information technology program unit in the service of Los Angeles County
The Los Angeles County Class Specifications can be found here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:- Experience developing and implementing strategies with a focus on a region’s strategic industry sectors, competitive advantages, key economic indicators, and specific geographies.
- Experience mapping regional assets, such as commercial corridors, educational institutions, workforce development resources, and real estate assets.
- Experience in formulating key metrics for outcomes and deliverables directed towards regional disadvantaged populations and focus areas.
- Experience in business outreach for business retention and expansion efforts.
- Experience collaborating with relevant Federal, State, and County agencies, regional municipalities, community-based organizations, and chambers of commerce to build partnerships, collaborations, and funding opportunities.
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 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.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:Performance Evaluation weighted 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 examination and hiring 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.
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 DEORecruitment@opportunity.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com 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 www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, 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 friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION:For any questions regarding this examination, please send an email to DEORecruitment@opportunity.lacounty.gov. Please reference exam number EW8194B-EA in the subject line.
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2992
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099
ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 300-4966
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