SUPERVISING ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT III
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SUPERVISING ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT III
Salary
$97,552.32 - $131,464.32 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
C0898A
Department
PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date
03/19/2026
Closing Date
4/6/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
Position/Program Information
EXAM NUMBER
C0898A
FILING PERIOD
We will be accepting online applications from Monday, March 23, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until, Monday, April 6, 2026, before 5:00 PM (PT). All applications must be receivedbefore5:00 p.m. (PT) on Monday, April 6, 2026 , to be accepted.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
We welcome applications from any Los Angeles County employee.
Why work for us?
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 42 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County, Department of Public Works, the largest municipal public works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, the Department of Public Works offers over 500 different @types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment!
OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING, AND CLEARLY INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION.
Essential Job Functions
Supervises the activities of a team of subordinate administrative generalists (e.g., Financial Specialists, Accountants, Administrative Assistants) engaged in the front end analysis, and in the development, preparation, and justification of budgets to the staff of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Directs and reviews the monitoring, analysis, and reporting of the financial health of various Public Works' funds and informs management of the need for budget adjustments or a change in spending priorities, if applicable.
Communicates with Department of Public Works' management and various stakeholders (e.g. Auditor-Controller, Treasurer and Tax Collector, Chief Executive Office, State and local government entities) on a broad range of issues (e.g., budget requests, revenue and expenditure estimates, adjustments, and accounting transactions; State reports).
Provides recommendations on improvements to departmental programs, policies, and procedures.
Directs the review and analysis of complex procedures and programs (e.g., annual budget; policy and procedural changes; internal controls; legislation and regulations' impact on budget).
For more information, please view the classification specification: Supervising Administrative Assistant III (http://Class%20Specifications%20%7C%20SUPERVISING%20ADMINISTRATIVE%20ASSISTANT%20III%20%7C%20Class%20Spec%20Details) .
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
OPTION I: Five years' experience in a general administrative staff or specialized staff capacity analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems in a budget, financial, fiscal, accounting, or a closely related area, two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity**.
OPTION II: Three years' experience in a budget, financial, fiscal, accounting, or a closely related area at the level of a Supervising Administrative Assistant I or higher**.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry our job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class 2 - 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
*Administrative staffis defined as: Performing work in an administrative services branch of an organizational unit and having independent responsibility for the development of procedures and the participation in policy formulation.
**Staff capacityis defined as: Work performed to support administration by conducting research, analysis, and making recommendations to administration for the solution of complex problems, such as use of personnel, budget allocation and funds, workload and/or workload fluctuations, or programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives.
**Acceptable classes include but are not limited to: Supervising Administrative Assistant I, Administrative Assistant III, Head Staff Services, Administrative Analyst, Financial Specialist III, and Financial Specialist IV.
You may still qualify even if your job title is not exactly the same as the ones listed. What matters is that your experience is at a similar level - meaning your job involves similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of TWO (2)parts:
PART I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted at 55%,assessing:
Management Potential
Working to High Quality Standards
Responsibility
Achievement
Willingness to Learn
Accepting Others
Showing Courtesy
Working Relationships
Analyzing Information
Learning Quickly
Compliance with Rules and Regulations
Adapting to Change
Controlling Emotions
Working Energetically
Deductive Reasoning
MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
PART II: An evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted at 45%,assessing:
Professional/Technical Knowledge of:
Budget principles and practices
Governmental accounting, codes, and regulations
Fiscal Awareness
Influence/Advisory Ability
Data Analysis, Problem Solving, Judgment, and Decision Making
Utilizing Technology
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE 70% OR HIGHER ON THE COMBINED SCORE OF PARTS I AND II IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.
SCORES CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE TELEPHONE.
TEST PREPARATION:
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.
Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."
Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests.
ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION:
Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list for a period of 12 months. We will use this list to fill vacancies in Public Works as they occur.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
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SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
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, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application 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.
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. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Department Contact Name: Dennis Hughes
Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email: PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov (pwexams@dpw.lacounty.gov)
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141
Tele@type Phone: (626) 282-7829
California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone tele@type equipment may leave messages by calling the tele@type phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.
Fair Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is 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 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).
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttp://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.
Veteran's Credit:
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veteran's credit, please visit:https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102\PPG\115.pdf
Revised September 2025
For detailed information, please clickhere (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/)
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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. Please be as specific as possible. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please note that all information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.
I understand the above information and instructions.
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How many years of experience do you have in a general administrative staff or specialized staff capacity analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems in a budget, financial, fiscal, accounting, or a closely related area. Administrative capacity is defined as performing work in an administrative services branch of an organizational unit and having independent responsibility for the development of procedures and the participation in policy formulation. Staff capacity is defined as work performed to support administration by conducting research, analysis, and making recommendations to administration for the solution of complex problems, such as use of personnel, budget allocation and funds, workload and/or workload fluctuations, or programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives.
5 years or more
4 years to less than 5 years
3 years to less than 4 years
2 years to less than 3 years
1 years to less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
N/A - Not Applicable
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If you indicated you had experience in Question #4, in the text box below, you must briefly describe the duties you perform that supports your response.Only provide the experience that supports your response in question #4.
Indicate the following information:
Position Title
Employer
Immediate Supervisor name(s) and phone number
Approximate dates of your experiencesFrom (mm/dd/yr) - To (mm/dd/yr)
Duties for each position titlerelated to this experience
If you do not have any experience under this option, please write"DOES NOT APPLY"
Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.
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Of the experience you described in Question #4, how many years of experience where in a supervisory capacity. Supervisory capacity is defined as: Responsibility for planning, assigning, and reviewing the work of staff, evaluating employee performance, participating in interviewing and selecting new staff, and performance management.
2 years or more
1 year to less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
N/A - Not Applicable
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If you indicated you had experience in Question #6, in the text box below, you must briefly describe the duties you perform that supports your response.Only provide the experience that supports your response in question #6.
Indicate the following information:
Position Title
Employer
Immediate Supervisor name(s) and phone number
Approximate dates of your experiencesFrom (mm/dd/yr) - To (mm/dd/yr)
Duties for each position titlerelated to this experience
If you do not have any experience under this option, please write"DOES NOT APPLY"
Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.
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How many years of experience do you have in a budget, financial, fiscal, accounting, or a closely related area at the level of a Supervising Administrative Assistant I or higher. Acceptable classes include but are not limited to: Supervising Administrative Assistant I, Administrative Assistant III, Head Staff Services, Administrative Analyst, Financial Specialist III, and Financial Specialist IV.
3 years or more
2 years to less than 3 years
1 years to less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
N/A - Not Applicable
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If you indicated you had experience in Question #8, in the text box below, you must briefly describe the duties you perform that supports your response.Only provide the experience that supports your response in question #8.
Indicate the following information:
Position Title
Employer
Immediate Supervisor name(s) and phone number
Approximate dates of your experiencesFrom (mm/dd/yr) - To (mm/dd/yr)
Duties for each position titlerelated to this experience
If you do not have any experience under this option, please write"DOES NOT APPLY"
Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELESDepartment of Human ResourcesCountywide Talent Assessment DivisionTRAINING & EXPERIENCE EVALUATIONSupervising Administrative Assistant III
General Information:This Training & Experience (T&E) Questionnaire is a self-assessment. You will respond to questions about your experience related to having acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform theSupervising Administrative Assistant IIIposition. All information that you provide is subject to verification. The assessment will evaluate the following competencies:
Professional/Technical knowledge of budget principles and practices, including all phases involved in forecasting and preparing the budget (e.g., budget adjustments, Chart of Accounts Elements, revenue sources and uses of funds for available services, State and Federal funding).
Professional/Technical knowledge of governmental accounting, County code, and regulations(e.g., Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, County Fiscal Manual) related to governmental fiscal operations sufficient to comprehend financial data (e.g., encumbrances, expenditures, accruals), review departmental budgets, and monitor the financial health of funds.
Fiscal Awareness- Effectively implementing, monitoring, and recommending changes to budgets that adhere to Federal and State laws and County policies and that promote fiscally responsible actions that result in efficient, effective, and appropriate use of resources. Understands the organization's financial processes.
Data Analysis and Problem Solving- Includes interpreting, and analyzing a variety of written and numerical information (e.g., budget/fiscal data) when evaluating policies and procedures; reviewing operational and budget reports; monitoring the operating budget; improving work methods or processes; researching documents; and identifying common, less obvious, and subtle relationships in information collected from a variety of sources (e.g., forms, tables, charts, graphs, operational reports, laws and regulations, policies and procedures, work schedules).
Judgment and Decision Making- Includes synthesizing a variety of information to identify a problem or to reach a viable decision, resolution, or recommendation (e.g., when formulating new policies and procedures, reviewing operational reports, managing and monitoring the operating budget, improving work methods or processes) including in pressured/time-sensitive situations.
Influence/Advisory Ability- Ability to effectively persuade, influence, and negotiate with others while providing justifications and proposals to departments and/or management. Includes a skill to persuade others to consider and adopt new positions or ideas by clearly and convincingly explaining benefits of a course of action or advantages over alternatives. Provides data-driven examples to illustrate points and recommendations.
Using Technology- Ability to use applicable software programs. Is proficient with office equipment and computer applications used on the job (e.g., Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint), eCAPs, LACES, phones); Learns new versions and how to use new features and functions. Finds ways to apply technology to tasks to increase speed, quality, or create new capabilities.
This assessment is weighted at45%. All completed questionnaires will be scored according to standardized criteria.
Instructions for Completion
Carefully read the official County job bulletin for this examination.
You will receive points for each question based on the response(s) you provide. You will receive zero points for any question on which you do not provide a response.
Certification Statement
By completing the following, I hereby attest that all information I have provided in this T&E Questionnaire is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.I acknowledge that Human Resources staff may contact my supervisor(s) to verify the information that I have provided. I understand that any misrepresentations, falsifications, or omissions of material facts violates Civil Service Rules and may subject me to actions including removal from this examination.
Furthermore,I certify that I will not disclose the questions used in this examination to any candidate nor will I provide any information to anyone concerning anything related to the questions posed to me other than concerned parties in an official protest or appeal.I understand that violation of this agreement can result in my disqualification from this examination as provided by Civil Service Rules.
I understand the above information and instructions.
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Which of the following budget and/or accounting work products have youPREPARED* FOR AT LEAST 3 YEARS EACHat therequired frequency**stated in each response option? (Select all that apply)
*Preparingis defined as gathering and analyzing data, compiling data into various formats (e.g., spreadsheets, reports, tables, charts, graphs), and evaluating work products for accuracy and compliance with applicable County codes and accounting or budgeting principles.
**Required frequencyis defined as preparing the specified budget and/or accounting work product on an ongoing and recurring basis at or above the frequency listed in each response option (e.g., daily, monthly, quarterly, annually). Occasional or less frequent preparation (e.g., one-time or ad hoc) than what is listed willnotbe awarded credit.
Fund balance analyses (e.g., estimates-to-close, multi-year financial plan) - Quarterly
Expenditure projections/estimates - Monthly
Revenue projections/estimates - Monthly
Budget (e.g., Budget Prep (BP) reports, budget adjustments, budget phases)- Quarterly
Cash flow analyses - Quarterly
Accounting transactions (e.g., journal entries, departmental service orders, purchase orders) - Monthly
State reports - Annually
I have not prepared any of the above work products for at least 3 years each at the required frequency indicated in each response option.
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To receive credit for your experience selected in Question #11, in the textbox below, you must indicate:
1) Your position title
2) Employer
3) Supervisor name and phone number
4)How long you have prepared each work productselected in Question #11 (i.e., approximate dates must show at least 3 years for each work product)
5)How frequently you have prepared each work productselected in Question #11 (e.g., daily, monthly, quarterly, annually)
6) At leastONE (1)example that briefly describes theduties you performas they relate to preparingeachwork product selected in Question #11
For example, if you have experience preparing fund balance analyses quarterly for at least 3 years and preparing State reports annually for at least 3 years, you must provide a total of at least 2 examples (one for each @type of work product you have prepared).If you have no experience in the above question, indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide a response may result in no or partial credit.
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Which of the following stakeholder levels* have youformally presented to or advised** regarding your budget and/or accounting work product findings (e.g., budget requests, revenue and expenditure estimates, adjustments)? (Select all that apply)
*Stakeholder levels:
-Division headis defined as a management-level employee with direct responsibility for overseeing a division within a department, including authority over staff supervision and budgetary, accounting, financial, or fiscal activities (e.g., Chief, Administrative Operations, PW or equivalent role).
-Chief Financial Officer (CFO)is defined as an executive-level employee with department-wide fiscal authority and responsibility for financial planning, budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting functions (e.g., Assistant Deputy Director, Finance, PW or equivalent role).
**Formally presenting or advisingis defined as conveying analytical findings, conclusions, and recommendations (e.g., financial impacts, risks, alternatives, or proposed courses of action) either orally (e.g., formal presentation, briefing, meeting) and/or in writing (e.g., report, policy document, memo) to inform, advise, or influence decision-making.
Division head in a budget, accounting, financial, or fiscal division within your department
Chief Financial Officer or higher within your department
Division head in another operating division outside of your budget, accounting, financial, or fiscal division within your department
Division head in a budget, accounting, financial, or fiscal division in one other County department outside of your department (e.g., Auditor-Controller, Treasurer and Tax Collector, Chief Executive Office)
I have not formally presented to or advised any of the above stakeholders regarding my budget and/or accounting work product findings.
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To receive credit for your experience selected in Question 13, in the textbox below, you must indicate:
1) Your position title
2) Employer
3) Supervisor name and phone number
4) Approximate dates of your experience(s)
5)The budget and/or accounting work product you presented/advised on
6)Official County payroll title of the stakeholder you formally presented to or advised
7) At leastONE (1)example that briefly describes theduties you performas they relate to formally presenting your findings on a budget and/or accounting work product toeachof the stakeholders selected in Question #13
For example, if you have experience formally presenting to or advising a division head in a budget, accounting, financial, or fiscal division within your department and experience formally presenting to or advising a division head in a budget, accounting, financial, or fiscal division outside of your County department, you must provide a total of at least 2 examples (one for each stakeholder you presented to or advised).If you have no experience in the above question, indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide a response may result in no or partial credit.
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Please indicate thehighest-leveldegree you possess from an accredited college or university* in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Auditing, or a closely related field**?
*To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution with your application or within five (5) business days from the end of the filing period. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf
**A closely related field is defined as a discipline that shares significant principles, methodologies, and/or applications with another field. For example, a closely related field to Finance includes but is not limited to Financial Management or Corporate Finance.
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree or higher
I do not possess a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in one of the above fields or a closely related field.
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To receive credit for your degree reported in Question 15, in the textbox below, please provide:
1) The name of the accredited college or university who conferred your degree
2) The name of the degree major
Attach a copy of your official degree or official transcript from the accredited college or university to your applicationIf you did not attach your official degree or official transcript, supporting documentation must be e-mailed to Dhughes@pw.lacounty.gov within five (5) business days from the end of the filing period. If you do not have a degree in one of the above fields or a closely related field, indicate "N/A". Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide a response may result in no or partial credit.
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Please indicate the software applications and/or systems you have experience utilizing that have prepared you to effectively perform the duties of a Supervising Administrative Assistant III. (Select all that apply)
Examples of proficient use are listed after each device/software.
Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software - using menu commands; formatting cells, rows, and columns; using functions in the formulas (e.g., pivot tables, Vlookup, subtotal); and entering data to create lists.
Microsoft Word or similar word processing software - editing text; formatting characters and paragraphs; working with tabs, indents, margins, lists, breaks, and spacing; creating tables and charts; printing documents; and utilizing Spelling & Grammar.
Virtual Meeting Platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Webex, Zoom) - holding virtual meetings with others (e.g., representatives from other divisions, departments, other governmental agencies, vendors, consultants)
Microsoft PowerPoint or similar presentation software - creating slides; using a variety of layout, charts, graphs, and other formats to display numerical data; formatting text, objects, and backgrounds; organizing, duplicating, and managing slide transitions
Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF creation software - creating and editing PDFs, combining files, reviewing and commenting, form handling, exporting and sharing
electronic Countywide Accounting and Purchasing System (eCAPS), Los Angeles County Enterprise System (LACES), or other equivalent financial expenditure system(s) - entering, reviewing, and/or exporting budget and/or accounting transactions, purchase orders, and/or requisitions
I do not possess experience that demonstrates proficient use in any of the above software applications and/or systems.
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To receive credit for your experience selected in Question 17, in the textbox below, you must indicate:
1) Your position title
2) Employer
3) Supervisor name and phone number
4) Approximate dates of your experience(s)
5) At leastONE (1)assignment that illustrates your experience usingeachsoftware application and/or system selected in Question #17
If you have no experience in any of the above areas, indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide a response may result in no or partial credit.Note - One project may count toward multiple software applications and/or systems.
Required Question
Employer
County of Los Angeles
Address
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Los Angeles, California, 90010
Website
http://hr.lacounty.gov
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