ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES MANAGER II / Emergency Appointment Fire
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES MANAGER II / Emergency Appointment Fire
Salary
$97,311.36 - $131,139.36 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
C1003A-FR
Department
PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date
04/23/2026
Description
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Position/Program Information
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY
The application filing period will begin on April 27, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.
EXAM NUMBER: C1003A-FR
The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimously ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires (https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/bos/supdocs/199375.pdf) , including the Palisades and Eaton Fires, that have devastated communities across the County. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild. 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 Department of Public Works is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergencyAdministrative Services Manager II vacancies related to this unprecedented natural disaster.
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.
During 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 Administrative Services Manager II .
Essential Job Functions
An Administrative Services Manager II is responsible for a combination of the following job functions:
Plans, organizes, assigns, and evaluates the work of professional and support staff engaged in administrative and analytical activities; develops and implements work plans to achieve program objectives and monitors progress toward established goals.
Participates in the recruitment, selection, training, and development of staff; establishes performance expectations, provides ongoing coaching and mentorship, and recommends performance recognition or disciplinary action in accordance with County policies.
Supports and coordinates Countywide workforce pipeline programs, including participation in offsite recruitment and outreach efforts to attract qualified candidates.
Conducts and oversees highly complex research and analytical studies involving operational, financial, and programmatic issues; develops study criteria, gathers and evaluates data from multiple sources, and interprets ambiguous or conflicting information to reach sound conclusions.
Applies qualitative and quantitative analytical methods to evaluate complex issues, summarize findings, and develop data-driven recommendations that support organizational goals and stakeholder needs.
Translates complex technical and analytical information into clear, concise language for reports, presentations, executive briefings, and talking points.
Provides program support and customer service to Management Appraisal and Performance Plan (MAPP) participants, including responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring compliance with program requirements and timelines.
Prepares a variety of written materials, including reports, memoranda, and correspondence, often involving sensitive or confidential information requiring sound judgment and discretion.
Interacts with internal and external stakeholders, including departmental staff, County central agencies, vendors, and partner organizations, to provide consultation, coordinate activities, resolve issues, and support program implementation.
Monitors program performance and operational processes to ensure effectiveness, compliance with applicable laws and policies, and alignment with departmental goals; identifies emerging issues and develops proactive solutions.
Performs administrative and operational duties, including maintaining records.
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various @types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
OPTION I:A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university -AND- Three years of experience performing analytical assignments, two years of which must have been at the level of a journey-level analyst or higher, within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field**.
OPTION II: Five years of experience performing analytical assignments, two years of which must have been at the level of a journey-level analyst* or higher, within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field**.
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.
You MUST meet the requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.
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:
*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 date of filing the application. 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.
If you are unable to attach the required documents with your application, please submit them to PWExams@pw.lacounty.govwithin five (5) business days from the date of filing the application, and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number.
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
**Journey analyst level work involves the independent performance of work assignments which require the use of sound professional judgment, initiative and creativity in identifying and selecting research and analytical methods and techniques to address and resolve complex, controversial, and/or sensitive problems related to administrative functions such as human resources, budget, finance, contracts and other closely-related administrative functional areas.
Note: For a full description of journey-level analytical work, refer to County of Los Angeles Class Specification for Administrative Services Manager I (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1066316?keywords=administrative%20services%20manager%20I&page@type=classSpecifications) .
**Closely-Related administrative field is defined as predominantly centralized field or function that could be found in multiple departments (such as HR, Contracts, budget, and finance), concerned with analyzing, evaluating, modifying, and developing policies and procedures which facilitate the work of the department; and the application of knowledge of administrative analysis, theory, and principles.
EXAM CONTENT:
During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
Additional Information
APPLICATION & FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed 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, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.
Many notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address.
Please addNMondragon@pw.lacounty.gov, PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, andinfo@governmentjobs.com, as well as the domainsdpw.lacounty.govand hr.lacounty.gov, to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
You 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.
Plan to submit your online application as soon as possible 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.
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 race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Department Contact Name: Neal Mondragon
Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email: PWExams@pw.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/)
01
This position works indirectly with individuals impacted by the windstorms and wildfires, including the Palisades and Eaton Fires, that have devastated communities across the County.
I understand and am willing to perform all necessary work duties.
02
All important exam notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address.
Please addNMondragon@pw.lacounty.gov,PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov,noreply@governmentjobs.com, andinfo@governmentjobs.comto your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
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I understand the above information and instructions.
03
Completion of the following supplemental questionnaire is REQUIRED for your application. The information you provide will be evaluated to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the hiring process. Please be detailed and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume" or "see application" are not valid responses. All submitted information is subject to verification at any time during the hiring process. Falsification of any information or failure to complete this questionnaire as instructed may result in disqualification or dismissal.
I understand and will abide by the aforementioned instructions.
04
Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university*?
*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 date of filing the application. 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.
Yes, and I have attached a copy to my application.
Yes, and I will email a copy to PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov within five (5) business days of application filing.
No, I do not possess a Bachelor's degree.
05
If you have a Bachelor's degree or higher, please attach a copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution to your application or email it to PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov within five (5) business days of filing your application. If you fail to attach a copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution to your application and/or fail to email your copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution to the e-mail address listed on the bulletin, your application will be rejected.
I understand the above information.
06
How many years of experience do you have performing analytical assignments?
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 year to less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
N/A - Not Applicable
07
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.
08
Of the analytical experience you selected in Question 6, how many of those year(s) were at the journey analyst level* or higher, within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field**?
**Journey analyst level work involves the independent performance of work assignments which require the use of sound professional judgment, initiative and creativity in identifying and selecting research and analytical methods and techniques to address and resolve complex, controversial, and/or sensitive problems related to administrative functions such as human resources, budget, finance, contracts and other closely-related administrative functional areas.
**Closely-Related administrative field is defined as predominantly centralized field or function that could be found in multiple departments (such as HR, Contracts, budget, and finance), concerned with analyzing, evaluating, modifying, and developing policies and procedures which facilitate the work of the department; and the application of knowledge of administrative analysis, theory, and principles.
2 years or more
1 year to less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
N/A - Not Applicable
09
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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