STAFF ASSISTANT I - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS FIRE
Salary
$53,450.16 - $72,033.84 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
50907A-FR
Department
REGIONAL PLANNING
Opening Date
11/09/2026
Closing Date
11/16/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Position/Program Information
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY
Applications will be accepted from Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 8:00AM (PT) until Monday, November 16, 2026 before 5:00PM (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00PM (PT) on Monday, November 16, 2026, to be accepted.
EXAM NUMBER: 50907A-FR
The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimously ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires (Download PDF reader), 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 Regional Planner is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Staff Assistant I 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 Staff Assistant I.
Essential Job Functions
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
One years experience in a staff capacity* analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, procedure, program, budget or personnel.
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 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.
SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS:
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
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 add SWilliams@planning.lacounty.gov, Drphr@planning.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com, 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: Savanna Williams
Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-6488
Department Contact Email: Drphr@planning.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 974-6488
Teletype Phone: (213) 617-2292
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 teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype 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 at http://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
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Candidate Communication Acknowledgement: Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add noreply@governmentjobs.com, info@governmentjobs.com and the domain @planning.lacounty.gov to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence.
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Supplemental Questionnaire Acknowledgement: The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility. CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the application and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.
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This position works to support the Countys response to the Fire Emergency.
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Do you have one year experience in a staff capacity analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, procedure, program, budget or personnel?
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Please describe in detail your experience in a staff capacity analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, procedure, program, budget or personnel. Staff capacity is defined as work in an advisory capacity to line managers to provide program and administrative support. Work includes assisting and supporting administration by doing research, analysis, and making recommendations on matters such as personnel, funds, workload, and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. Work under general supervision of the line or division manager. If you do not have experience please indicate "Not Applicable". NOTE: For each experience please indicate the following information: a) Employers Name and Address b) Position/Title held c) Employment Period: From (MM/YYYY) To (MM/YYYY) d) Hours Worked per Week e) Describe experience/responsibilities in detail. You will not receive credit for your response if you have missing requested information. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered a response.
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The following questions relate to desirable qualifications. If you are eligible for hire, hiring managers may use your responses during the selection process. As such, it is important to answer these questions carefully and accurately to ensure you are fully considered.
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Describe your experience reviewing, researching, and identifying responsive documents for high-volume Public Records Act (PRA) requests. If you do not possess this work experience, please indicate "N/A. "Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.
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Describe your conducting procurement activities, including researching, evaluating, recommending, and submitting requests for services and supplies. If you do not possess this work experience, please indicate "N/A. "Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.
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Describe your experience resolving payroll and timesheet issues, ensuring accurate coding and tracking. If you do not possess this work experience, please indicate "N/A. "Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.
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Describe your experience with conducting community outreach and collaborating with the public and community leaders. If you do not possess this work experience, please indicate "N/A. "Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.
Required Question
Employer County of Los Angeles
Address
Los Angeles, California, 90010
Website http://hr.lacounty.gov
| Location | Los Angeles, CA |
| Salary | $53,450.16–$72,033.84 Per Year |
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