ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER 11, ISD (Environmental Initiatives)

Position/Program Information

EXAM NUMBER

W1080K

When to Submit Your Application:
We are accepting applications beginning December 17, 2024, at 7:00 a.m., (PT). This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice.

Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive Job Opportunity

No out-of-class experience or withhold will be accepted.

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• Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation.
• Flexible Benefit Plans - Benefits may be purchased using tax-free County contribution of an additional 14.5%-17% of the employee's monthly salary.
• Robust Retirement Packages - Contributory-defined benefit plan; optional tax-deferred income plans that may include a County matching contribution up to 4% of employee's salary.
• Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits
• 5/40 schedule (Telework - where appropriate)
• Rideshare, Parking, and Transit Benefits
• 13 paid holidays per year

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Who We Are:
The Internal Services Department (ISD) plays a major role in supporting all County of Los Angeles departments and commissions. With an annual budget of over $885 million and 2,162 budgeted positions along with over 5,120 contracted workers of varying professions in facilities management, information technology, environmental, administrative, purchasing and contracting, ISD is the County's trusted partner and provider of choice.

The Opportunity:
We are pursuing qualified candidates to fill an Administrative Manager 11, ISD position in the Energy and Environmental Service of ISD.Definition:
Manages a division or specialized area within a Service of the Internal Services Department.

Classification Standards:
Positions allocable to this class work under the direction of a high-level manager within the Service. The size of the organizational operation managed will depend on the scope and complexity of the assigned function.

Essential Job Functions

Oversees the work of the County's Greenhouse Gas (GHG) inventory and development of the Municipal Climate Action Plan.

Coordinates with all departments to obtain the data necessary for accurate analysis to identify progress and opportunities for the County to reduce its GHG emissions.

Coordinates the work across all County departments including Chief Sustainability Office to reduce the County's Scope 1,2, and 3 GHG emissions.

Develops strategies and identify best practices for cost efficient GHG reduction.

Identifies and develops sources of capital including but not limited to state and federal grants, utility incentives, & public private partnerships (including Energy Saving Performance Contracts & Energy Services Agreements), that can facilitate implementation of GHG reduction.

Develops and implements Master Agreements and Contracts to enable implementation of GHG reductions projects.

Coordinates with state agencies on GHG emissions analysis.

Prepares and submits applications for state or federal grants or utility incentives to meet County and/or Departmental energy and climate goals.

Plans, assigns, directs, and evaluates the work of a particular area.

Proposes resolutions to policy issues and problems as they arise.

Directs the preparation of special projects and reports.

Directs the budget and other reports for the Division.

Monitors efficiency and effectiveness, makes recommendations for their solution, and implements approved recommendations.

Advises top departmental management on problems, makes recommendations for their solution, and implements approved recommendations.

Ensures that work produced is coordinated with other areas of the department and with other departments.

Maintains effective relations with other departments, agencies, and the public.

Requirements

Selection Requirements:

Five years’ experience in an organization working on the development and implementation of at least two energy, environmental and/or other climate projects or programs*** on (1) a large public agency,* (2) a large corporation,** or (3) a company providing these programs on behalf of a large public agency or large corporation. The role should have included responsibility for including directing the budget, personnel, fiscal and other administrative functions.

Experience must also include at least one of the following: 1) successfully applied for and managed a state or federal grant in energy efficiency, renewable energy, or clean transportation valued at least $25 million; or 2) managed the execution of projects in energy efficiency, renewable energy, or clean transportation valued at least $100 million.

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:
2 - 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.

Special Information:
Appointees will be required to work a Monday through Friday 5/40 work schedule.

Special Requirement Information:
*Large Public agency is defined as having a minimum population of 75,000 constituents.

**Large corporation is defined as having a minimum of 1,000 employees.

***Energy, Environmental, or Climate projects or programs must include:

• Greenhouse Gas inventory and reduction
• Energy Saving Agreements or Energy Saving Performance Contracts
• Transportation electrification
• Solar, battery storage, and microgrid technologies
• Green building certification program

Desirable Qualifications:
Additional points will be awarded for additional experience beyond the requirements.

• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Resource Conservation, Environmental Engineering, or closely related field*.
• Developed and entered into Public Private Partnerships to finance a portfolio of energy projects valued at least $100 million in value with documented energy, fuel, and emissions savings.

Closely related fields will be evaluated and determined by the hiring manager.

In order to receive credit for a college degree in this examination, applicants MUST attach a legible copy of your official diploma or official transcripts within 7 calendar days of filing your application online. If you are unable to attach your document(s), please submit documentation to MNavarro2@isd.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, exam name (Administrative Manager 11, ISD), and the exam number (W1080K). We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

For applicants with international transcript(s), a report by an evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. must be submitted at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days. The report must confirm the U.S. course/degree equivalency.

Our ideal candidate will also have:

• Demonstrated working experience with state and/or federal regulatory agencies.
• Energy savings program awards for innovation and energy avoidance programs and projects.
• Thorough knowledge of external Federal guidelines/procedures for grants and contracts.
• Demonstrated analytical and persuasive writing skills experience as well as superior editing skills including ability to convey complex information in a clear manner to diverse audience.
• Strong administrative skills and self-motivated with the ability to set priorities and manage multiple tasks under minimal supervision in an effective and efficient manner.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Ability to thrive in a mission driven environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including strong public speaking skills.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with policy makers.
• Demonstrated strategic planning and project management skills
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

Our Assessment Process:

This examination will consist of one (1) part:
An Evaluation of Training and Experience based on application information and desirable qualifications weighted at 100%. You must achieve a score of 70% or higher in order to be placed on the Eligible Register.

Note: All notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add MNavarro2 @isd.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , and noreply@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notification from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.

Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
Eligibility Information:

The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the assessment will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Passing this examination and being placed on the Eligible Register do not guarantee an offer of employment.

Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.

No person may compete for this examination more than once every twelve (12) months.

How to Apply:
Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty . Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done 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. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add MNavarro2@isd.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, and noreply@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County.

Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.

Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements to Qualify as listed on this bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate 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.

Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified.

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.

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. 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).

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 Internal Services 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.
Have questions about anything listed above?

Contact us:
Exam Number: W1080K
Department Contact Name: Mark Navarro
Department Contact Phone: (323) 643-2721
Department Contact Email: MNavarro2@isd.lacounty.gov
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 881-3932
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 [Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 ]

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