CONTRACT PROGRAM MONITOR

About the role

The Internal Services Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Contract Program Monitor vacancies to stabilize critical services and accelerate hiring in high-need areas. This is an emergency recruitment in response to Assembly Bill (AB) 2561, supporting a Countywide strategy to address persistent staffing shortages that threaten essential public services.

Under the emergency order, applicants who meet 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 (weighted 100%). Those who successfully pass will be considered for permanent appointment.

Essential Job Functions

• Monitor Living Wage Program contracts and General Contracts, including conducting desk reviews, contract worker employee interviews, conducting assessments of compliance with regulatory requirements, and preparing reports and letters of compliance determination
• Attend pre-job meetings and present compliance requirements
• Provide technical assistance to contractors/subcontractors and client departments
• Manage project files for contractor compliance, ensuring documents and contents are accurate, complete, and in compliance with program requirements
• Maintain database record keeping and tracking of contractor documentation, compliance, reporting, and completion status
• Monitor and ensure Public Contracting Code (PCC) related projects and contracts comply with applicable statutes, regulations and criteria governing compensation and prevailing wages; ensure contractors adhere accordingly
• Monitor contracts for compliance with Labor Standard of the State of California or Davis-Bacon requirements
• Investigate potential contractual issues and prepare corrective action plans as needed; report any suspected violations to the Labor Commissioner
• Monitor, audit and evaluate automotive services provided by contractors to ensure contract compliance
• Make on-site visits to conduct detailed technical inspections of contract-maintained vehicles and repair facilities, and evaluate all areas of contracted services
• Report regularly to management regarding the quality, efficiency, effectiveness, and cost of contractor's work and services
• Prepare inspection reports of contracted services which include fee-for-service billing, quality of vehicle maintenance and repair, and compliance with performance standards
• Identify and investigate potential problem areas and recommend resolutions
• Maintain liaison with departmental units for all contracted power equipment services
• Maintain, interpret and summarize statistical records of contractor activities in accordance with performance standards of the contract, based on pre-established contract monitoring procedures
• Drive to any county department facility located throughout Los Angeles County to perform job related essential functions
• Investigate and record findings of damage to department vehicles involving equipment and personnel and prepare reports and recommendations concerning their remedy in conjunction with departmental and contract representatives
• Return repaired vehicles that do not meet department standards to contractor for correction or follow up work
• Review and approve contractor fee-for-service estimates for outfitting, modification, or mechanical repair for accuracy, necessity of work to be performed, and pricing in accordance with contract terms

Minimum Requirements

You MUST meet one of the following options to be appointed to fill any vacancies:

• Option 1: One year of experience at the level of an Administrative Assistant III*
• Option 2: Two years of experience in a contract environment at the level of Administrative Assistant II**
• Option 3: Three years of experience at the working supervisor level*** involving fleet management and/or maintenance****

* Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Administrative Assistant III is defined as an individual who defines, analyzes, and makes recommendations for the solution of highly complex operating, budgetary and financing, and other management problems of a County department, and participates in the implementation of their solution.

** Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Administrative Assistant II is defined as an individual who analyzes and makes recommendations for the solution of a variety of problems of organization, budget, systems and procedures, program, facilities planning, general management, and personnel.

*** Experience at the working supervisor level refers to working with and supervising a crew compromised of at least two or more journey level automotive, bus, or truck technicians.

**** Fleet management and maintenance refers to the inspection, maintenance, repair, procurement, assignment, and disposal of a diverse fleet of vehicles and equipment used for construction, maintenance operations, emergency response, and/or for basic transportation purposes, and having knowledge of the industry repair and maintenance practices and regulations.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience monitoring contracts to ensure the level and type(s) of service(s) performed are in compliance with agreed-upon terms, conditions, and regulatory requirements
• Experience conducting investigations and reporting on potential contractual issues and identifying follow-up actions required by the contractor/sub-contractor to be brought into compliance
• Current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in automotive, heavy truck, or collision/body repair
• Certificate in technical training from a Vehicle Manufacturer within the past 5 years
• An Associate's degree***** in Automotive Technology from an accredited university, college, or trade school
• Experience in using fleet maintenance software (i.e. Mitchell1, ALLDATA)

***** In order to receive credit for the required degree/coursework, certification, and/or license, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, and/or a legible copy of the official certificate and/or license at the time of filing or within 5 calendar days from the date of filing application. Submit documentation to KIrby@isd.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. Do not submit password-protected documents.

Examination 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.

Application Filing Information

Applications must be filed online only. Applications will be accepted from Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Saturday, August 29, 2026 before 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Saturday, August 29, 2026.

This announcement is being reposted to accept additional applications. Applications 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, you are encouraged to submit a new application.

Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. Add MNavarro2@isd.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent filtering as spam. 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. You can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address.

Contact Information

• Department Contact Name: Mark Navarro
• Department Contact Email: MNavarro2@isd.lacounty.gov
• California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
• ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 881-3932
• Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099