HEALTH PROGRAM ANALYST III/ EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS HOMELESSNESS

Job Overview The Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Health Program Analyst III vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Those who successfully meet the assessment criteria may be considered for permanent appointment. Responsibilities Supervises or independently executes the development, implementation, and evaluation of the services of a program or sub-program; formulates or assists with the formulation of plans, policies, and objectives for the program. Supervises and participates in the coordination and facilitation of collaborative efforts among public, private, and non‑profit groups and community organizations to meet the needs of the target population; provides leadership, technical assistance, advocacy, and coalition‑building on behalf of targeted groups. Reviews written recommendations from staff regarding budgets submitted by contact agencies, policy issues, pending legislation, regulations, and technical research and position papers relating to the program area. Supervises the investigation of contracted agency operations performed by subordinate analyst staff; performs investigations of highly sensitive or complex issues involving contract agencies and makes recommendations to management. Supervises and advises staff in the analysis and preparation of grant applications; monitors program‑related activities and services to ensure compliance with grant activities. Reviews written reports on program activities and progress toward achieving the overall goals of the program; develops written program goals and specialty program plans. Supervises and participates in the development and administration of contracts with mental health and public health program service providers; supervises the monitoring and evaluation of agencies to ensure compliance with contract requirements and services. Conducts meetings with departmental, public, private, and non‑profit groups and community organizations to discuss and influence policy issues impacting the assigned program. Supervises and participates in the development and implementation of community action plans and policy. Supervises the work of program staff and coordinates the activities of professional and technical staff implementing the objectives and goals of the program. Attends and conducts meetings with department officials and members of community‑based organizations and the public interested in resolving issues and influencing the program. Oversees the evaluation of awareness campaigns that promote the assigned program; oversees and assists in the design and layout of promotional materials and may disseminate products such as flyers, newsletters, pamphlets, posters, and articles. Selection Requirements Option I: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Counseling, Health Care Administration/Management, Public Administration, Behavioral Sciences, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a closely related field—AND—five (5) years of experience in the analysis of mental health or public health programs, two of which must be at the level of Health Program Analyst II. (A Master’s Degree in a related field may substitute one year of the required experience.) Option II: Seven years of experience performing assignments in mental health or public health program analysis, two of which must be at the level of Health Program Analyst II. Applicants must meet the above requirement(s) at the time of filing in order to be appointed to fill any vacancy related to this recruitment. 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 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 Requirements To receive credit for any college or university course or degree, submit a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts from the accredited institution that shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or within seven calendar days of filing. Password‑protected documents are not accepted. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions by a credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Official transcript definition: An official transcript bears the college seal and states official and/or copy issued by the school's Registrar Office. A printout from the school's website is not considered official. Fair Chance Employer The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Apart from a very limited number of positions, applicants will not be requested to provide information about a conviction history unless a contingent offer of employment is made. The County will individually assess whether a conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and may consider mitigating factors such as evidence of rehabilitation, recency, and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked, any convictions or court records exempted by a valid court order do not need to be disclosed. #J-18808-Ljbffr County-of-Los-Angeles