SENIOR STAFF ANALYST, COMMISSION SERVICES

Job Description

Position/Program Information

EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

We welcome applications from anyone.

WHEN TO APPLY

The application filing period will begin on Tuesday, August 25, 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

H0960H

Why work for us?

With almost 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California with over 100,000 employees in 39 departments, we provide vital and diverse public services like law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, and cultural activities. The County has more than 2,100 different job types, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. Join us and discover one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the county with a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

For more information about our amazing benefits, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/ .
For information regarding the classification standards, please see the Los Angeles Class Specification for Senior Staff Analyst, Commission Services .

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts more complex studies, research analysis, and investigates issues that directly affect commission, committee, and office directives, objectives and goals, policies, and other planning and evaluation activities.
• Conducts complex needs assessment studies and develops recommendations for comprehensive planning of services and activities, priority setting, and resource allocations.
• Establishes systems and methods of information and data collection, research designs and techniques; prepares and maintains data and statistical records related to assigned specific areas of study.
• Compiles, analyzes, evaluates, and prepares data required for commission, committee, and office directives, planning, and evaluation activities; develops recommendations based on analysis and evaluation of findings.
• Collects field data and information for use in planning and evaluation related studies; maintains and updates statistical records and reports for ongoing trend analysis.
• Provides information and recommendations to commission and committee members, executive directors, Board of Supervisors, County departments, and other agency representatives based on conducted research studies and analysis of information or data.
• Produce reports and make oral presentations to the commission, committees, community groups, and other agencies to explain study or project results, statistical summaries and findings.
• Communicate with other professionals to coordinate activities, exchange information and resolve technical issues or concerns related to planning and evaluation activities.
• Coordinates with commission or committee members and inter-agency representatives the scheduling of meetings and the conduct of various activities and assignments.
• Implements and monitors grant funded programs with responsibility for fiscal management, operations, evaluations, and administration.
• Attends meetings of the commission, committees, and workgroups and participates in discussion and formulation of recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.
• Assists commission or committee members in the preparation of commission or committee meetings and professional conferences by designing and developing presentations including statistical graphs and tables.
• Provides technical guidance and support to journey-level planning analysts in resolving issues related to studies, research, and investigations.
• Conduct or lead the most complex, difficult, and highly specialized assignments and research related studies that have Countywide impact and are highly sensitive, as needed.
• Engages different groups (community members, advocacy groups, and/or youths) in support of key priority areas.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:

OPTION I : Four years' experience in a highly responsible staff capacity* analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, program, systems, legislation, budget, personnel, or research and planning, at the level of** the Los Angeles County class of Administrative Assistant III***.

- OR -

OPTION II : One year's experience conducting studies and analyses and research activities for commissions or committees within the Executive Office of the Board of Supervisors and providing professional and technical guidance to commission or committee members at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Staff Analyst, Commission Services****.

*Highly responsible staff capacity is defined as: Staff experience at the senior level with extensive knowledge of program related area, processes and procedures, and experience in a specific subject matter.

**At the level of is defined as: You may still qualify even if your job title isn't exactly the same as the ones listed. What matters is that your experience is at a similar level - meaning your job involves similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.

*** Administrative Assistant III

**** Staff Analyst, Commission Services

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.

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.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree or higher in Public Policy, Sociology, Political Science, and Criminal Justice or closely related field.
• Experience to conduct in-depth research using diverse methodologies within legal/policy reviews and analysis, resulting in actionable recommendations for resolving complex organizational or policy challenges.
• Experience independently performing research using various methodologies within literature reviews to develop recommendations on complex organizational or policy matters.
• Experience conducting independent research using multiple methodologies in data analysis and comparative analysis to provide recommendations on complex organizational or policy issues.
• Experience delivering oral presentations to discuss research or project outcomes, statistical summaries, and conclusions in a work environment.
• Experience authoring research reports, white papers, or other sophisticated written products that synthesize complex findings for commissioners, executive leadership, or other organizations.
• Experience participating in meeting planning, scheduling and coordination, as well as managing tasks, activities and assignments, interacting and collaborating with various constituents, Board Offices, commissions, advisory councils, community and advocacy groups, or various departments, organization, agencies.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATIONS REQUIRED:
To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of all relevant official documents, including your diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution or email it to [email protected] within ten (10) calendar days of filing your 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. Documents marked as unofficial will not be accepted. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file .lacounty.gov/shdinter/dhr/070812_ppg123.pdf .

We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT:

This examination will consist of an evaluation of Training and Experience based on application information, Desirable Qualifications, and Supplemental Information Questionnaire form, weighted 100%.

Applicants must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment to be added to the eligible list

ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION:
Applicants who passed the assessment are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the list accordingly. We will use this list to fill vacancies in the Executive Office of the Board of Supervisors as they occur.

Candidates who pass the assessment and meet the criteria identified in the supplemental questions will be placed on the Eligible list.
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, 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.

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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 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.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (SSN):
Federal law required 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 AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's 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: Jenny Gomez
Department Contact Phone: (213) 974 -1421
Department Contact Email: [email protected]
ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 974-1421
Teletype Phone: (213) 974-1704
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

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