County of Los Angeles
INTERMEDIATE CLERK/ EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT HOMELESSNESS
County of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
THIS IS A REPOSTING TO EXTEND THE FILING PERIOD AND ALLOW ADDITIONAL APPLICATIONS. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FIRST DAY TO FILE:
This reposting will open for applications on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER:
PH1138A-EA 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 Intermediate Clerk 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 Intermediate Clerk. Definition
Performs specialized clerical duties. Classification Standards
Positions allocable to this class typically report to a clerical supervisor or higher and perform specialized clerical duties requiring a working knowledge of specialized subject matter and the specialized clerical functions involved. Performance of assigned duties requires initiative and independent judgment within procedural and policy limits. Processes documents according to established procedures; examples include reports, charts, tables and lists, bills, receipts, statements, case files, permits, licenses, and notices. Reviews documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with legal and other requirements. Answers questions and provides information to the public concerning regulations, procedures, forms, applications, programs and services, and permit requests. Maintains records requiring specialized knowledge and judgment in the selection, compilation or computation of data; examples include cost records and distribution and control ledgers which can be posted without extensive knowledge of bookkeeping. Compares or segregates documents where specialized knowledge of the function and more than a routine check for completeness and accuracy is involved. Utilizes office machines such as computers or terminals, copiers, scanners, or calculators incidental to the performance of other duties. Searches records and files for data where judgment and discrimination are required in selecting or abstracting material. Indexes and cross-references records and files. Sorts, arranges and files documents and publications; retrieves and issues filed materials. Calculates amounts due, collects fees, and issues receipts. Requests, receives, stores, inventories, and issues office supplies, and maintains related records. Receives, sorts and distributes mail. Serves as a receptionist or counter clerk as needed. Minimum Requirements
Option I:
Six months of office clerical experience in the service of the County of Los Angeles or in districts under the jurisdiction of the County. Option II:
One year of office clerical experience outside the service of the County of Los Angeles. Option III:
A certificate or Associate of Arts degree in clerical procedures or office administration from an accredited college or university. 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:
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. Special Requirement Information
* To receive credit for any college or university degree, attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution showing the date the degree was awarded to the application at filing or email to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency by a credential evaluation agency recognized by NACES or AICE. Official transcripts are defined as sealed transcripts issued by the registrar; transcripts printed from the school's website are not official. All documents must be attached to your application or emailed within seven (7) calendar days from submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. Note: We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. Desirable Qualifications
Experience volunteering/working with individuals with a history of being unhoused. Ability to speak fluently in Armenian, Cantonese, Farsi, Korean, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, or other languages. Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word or closely related programs. Examination Content
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 assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. Application and Filing Information
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, you may submit a new application to reaffirm interest and update relevant information. Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Paper applications or resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the online submission. Filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Many notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com and info@governmentjobs.com to your approved senders to prevent emails from being filtered as spam. You may opt out of email notifications, but you can still check for notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox. Plan to submit your online application well in advance, as you may need to verify your email address. This is a one-time requirement per email address. 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:
Applications can be completed at public libraries if needed. Check lacountylibrary.org for updated information. Fair Chance Employer:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. An individualized assessment of conviction history will be conducted if a contingent offer is made. Do not share user ID and password. All applicants must file online using their own credentials. ARDI:
The County supports Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts in recruitment and employment practices. Department Contact: Exam Analyst, Phone: 213-684-8726, Email: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH1138A-EA California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922, ADA Coordinator: (844) 914-1006, Teletype: (800) 899-4099, Alternate Teletype: (800) 897-0077
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THIS IS A REPOSTING TO EXTEND THE FILING PERIOD AND ALLOW ADDITIONAL APPLICATIONS. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FIRST DAY TO FILE:
This reposting will open for applications on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER:
PH1138A-EA 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 Intermediate Clerk 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 Intermediate Clerk. Definition
Performs specialized clerical duties. Classification Standards
Positions allocable to this class typically report to a clerical supervisor or higher and perform specialized clerical duties requiring a working knowledge of specialized subject matter and the specialized clerical functions involved. Performance of assigned duties requires initiative and independent judgment within procedural and policy limits. Processes documents according to established procedures; examples include reports, charts, tables and lists, bills, receipts, statements, case files, permits, licenses, and notices. Reviews documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with legal and other requirements. Answers questions and provides information to the public concerning regulations, procedures, forms, applications, programs and services, and permit requests. Maintains records requiring specialized knowledge and judgment in the selection, compilation or computation of data; examples include cost records and distribution and control ledgers which can be posted without extensive knowledge of bookkeeping. Compares or segregates documents where specialized knowledge of the function and more than a routine check for completeness and accuracy is involved. Utilizes office machines such as computers or terminals, copiers, scanners, or calculators incidental to the performance of other duties. Searches records and files for data where judgment and discrimination are required in selecting or abstracting material. Indexes and cross-references records and files. Sorts, arranges and files documents and publications; retrieves and issues filed materials. Calculates amounts due, collects fees, and issues receipts. Requests, receives, stores, inventories, and issues office supplies, and maintains related records. Receives, sorts and distributes mail. Serves as a receptionist or counter clerk as needed. Minimum Requirements
Option I:
Six months of office clerical experience in the service of the County of Los Angeles or in districts under the jurisdiction of the County. Option II:
One year of office clerical experience outside the service of the County of Los Angeles. Option III:
A certificate or Associate of Arts degree in clerical procedures or office administration from an accredited college or university. 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:
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. Special Requirement Information
* To receive credit for any college or university degree, attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution showing the date the degree was awarded to the application at filing or email to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency by a credential evaluation agency recognized by NACES or AICE. Official transcripts are defined as sealed transcripts issued by the registrar; transcripts printed from the school's website are not official. All documents must be attached to your application or emailed within seven (7) calendar days from submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. Note: We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. Desirable Qualifications
Experience volunteering/working with individuals with a history of being unhoused. Ability to speak fluently in Armenian, Cantonese, Farsi, Korean, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, or other languages. Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word or closely related programs. Examination Content
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 assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. Application and Filing Information
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, you may submit a new application to reaffirm interest and update relevant information. Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Paper applications or resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the online submission. Filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Many notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com and info@governmentjobs.com to your approved senders to prevent emails from being filtered as spam. You may opt out of email notifications, but you can still check for notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox. Plan to submit your online application well in advance, as you may need to verify your email address. This is a one-time requirement per email address. 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:
Applications can be completed at public libraries if needed. Check lacountylibrary.org for updated information. Fair Chance Employer:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. An individualized assessment of conviction history will be conducted if a contingent offer is made. Do not share user ID and password. All applicants must file online using their own credentials. ARDI:
The County supports Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts in recruitment and employment practices. Department Contact: Exam Analyst, Phone: 213-684-8726, Email: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH1138A-EA California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922, ADA Coordinator: (844) 914-1006, Teletype: (800) 899-4099, Alternate Teletype: (800) 897-0077
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