Los Angeles County
MANAGER, BOARD RELATIONS, HEALTH SERVICES (DIRECTOR, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS)
Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
Open Competitive Opportunity
EXAM NUMBER Y4626B
FIRST DAY OF FILING October 3, 2023 @ 8:00 a.m., PT until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP): This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations.
ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its unified system of 23 health centers and four hospitals and an expanded network of community partner clinics – DHS annually provides direct care for over 500,000 outstanding patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $8.4 billion.
Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency, 911 emergency response system, Housing for Health, and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing.
For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov.
MISSION To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
DEFINITION Plans, directs, and supervises the work of the Board Relations unit in the Department of Health Services, Administration.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans, directs, supervises, and coordinates the work of the Board Relations unit.
Acts as the primary departmental Board liaison for investigation and response to inquiries and complaints of a controversial nature having potential for media coverage and community concern.
Refers requests for information and constituent complaints from Board Offices to the appropriate division and ensures a timely, coordinated response.
Directs and oversees committees on health program initiatives and Board‑related matters by determining, in collaboration with executive level staff, discussion topics and agenda items relating to evaluating the effectiveness of existing programs and implementation of changes to meet needs and priorities.
Oversees the department's Board‑related assignments and activities, including the preparation of Board memos, and monitors follow‑up activities on all motions by the Board of Supervisors concerning departmental operations.
Advises executive level staff and administrators regarding sensitive Board‑related matters, facilitates communication and follow‑up on required actions, and provides alerts to any critical issues, potential problems or sensitive matters.
Collaborates with the Contracts and Grants division to manage and track the number of departmental contracts requiring the Board of Supervisors' review and approval.
Oversees the review and tracking of department‑wide prioritized projects and Board assignments through databases, status reports, and projected timelines for submission to executive staff for review.
Develops new or modified policies and procedures for completion of and response to Board assignments and inquiries to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
Develops and maintains liaisons with representatives from other governmental jurisdictions and agencies to exchange information.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Health Administration, Social Science, or closely related field AND four (4) years of experience in a highly responsible administrative or staff capacity analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of organizational programs or operations, of which two (2) years must have been at the level of a Staff Analyst, Health or higher.
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.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION In order to receive credit for the required degree under Minimum Requirements, applicant must attach a valid legible photocopy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution showing the area of specialization with the application at the time of filing or email a copy to hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title on your email.
OUT‑OF‑CLASS EXPERIENCE Los Angeles County employees attempting to meet the requirements via experience inconsistent with their official payroll title will be considered for this examination. Applicants claiming out‑of‑class experience should describe their duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application and may submit supporting documentation.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Highly responsible administrative or staff experience in intergovernmental relations involving reviewing and analyzing legislation for the purpose of developing and advocating for policy or legislation.
Highly responsible administrative or staff experience liaising with Federal, State, and Regional agencies for the purpose of educating and advocating on policy changes.
EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted at 100%.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an "as‑received" basis. Those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register. Candidates receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services, as they occur.
AVAILABLE SHIFT Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online only. Application submissions by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted.
COMMUNICATIONS Applicants should add hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to their email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
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.
FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records exempted by a valid court order are not required 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.
CONTACT Hilary Hocking, Exam Analyst hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov
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EXAM NUMBER Y4626B
FIRST DAY OF FILING October 3, 2023 @ 8:00 a.m., PT until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP): This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations.
ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its unified system of 23 health centers and four hospitals and an expanded network of community partner clinics – DHS annually provides direct care for over 500,000 outstanding patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $8.4 billion.
Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency, 911 emergency response system, Housing for Health, and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing.
For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov.
MISSION To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
DEFINITION Plans, directs, and supervises the work of the Board Relations unit in the Department of Health Services, Administration.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans, directs, supervises, and coordinates the work of the Board Relations unit.
Acts as the primary departmental Board liaison for investigation and response to inquiries and complaints of a controversial nature having potential for media coverage and community concern.
Refers requests for information and constituent complaints from Board Offices to the appropriate division and ensures a timely, coordinated response.
Directs and oversees committees on health program initiatives and Board‑related matters by determining, in collaboration with executive level staff, discussion topics and agenda items relating to evaluating the effectiveness of existing programs and implementation of changes to meet needs and priorities.
Oversees the department's Board‑related assignments and activities, including the preparation of Board memos, and monitors follow‑up activities on all motions by the Board of Supervisors concerning departmental operations.
Advises executive level staff and administrators regarding sensitive Board‑related matters, facilitates communication and follow‑up on required actions, and provides alerts to any critical issues, potential problems or sensitive matters.
Collaborates with the Contracts and Grants division to manage and track the number of departmental contracts requiring the Board of Supervisors' review and approval.
Oversees the review and tracking of department‑wide prioritized projects and Board assignments through databases, status reports, and projected timelines for submission to executive staff for review.
Develops new or modified policies and procedures for completion of and response to Board assignments and inquiries to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
Develops and maintains liaisons with representatives from other governmental jurisdictions and agencies to exchange information.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Health Administration, Social Science, or closely related field AND four (4) years of experience in a highly responsible administrative or staff capacity analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of organizational programs or operations, of which two (2) years must have been at the level of a Staff Analyst, Health or higher.
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.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION In order to receive credit for the required degree under Minimum Requirements, applicant must attach a valid legible photocopy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution showing the area of specialization with the application at the time of filing or email a copy to hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title on your email.
OUT‑OF‑CLASS EXPERIENCE Los Angeles County employees attempting to meet the requirements via experience inconsistent with their official payroll title will be considered for this examination. Applicants claiming out‑of‑class experience should describe their duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application and may submit supporting documentation.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Highly responsible administrative or staff experience in intergovernmental relations involving reviewing and analyzing legislation for the purpose of developing and advocating for policy or legislation.
Highly responsible administrative or staff experience liaising with Federal, State, and Regional agencies for the purpose of educating and advocating on policy changes.
EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted at 100%.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an "as‑received" basis. Those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register. Candidates receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services, as they occur.
AVAILABLE SHIFT Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online only. Application submissions by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted.
COMMUNICATIONS Applicants should add hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to their email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
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.
FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records exempted by a valid court order are not required 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.
CONTACT Hilary Hocking, Exam Analyst hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov
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