STAFF ANALYST, HEALTH/COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

About the role

The Department of Health Services - Office of Diversion and Reentry seeks qualified candidates to fill emergency Staff Analyst, Health Services vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. 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.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes department services and make recommendations on contracting-out for such services, develops Requests for Proposals as appropriate, receives and evaluates bids, selects vendors, and coordinates transition of County programs to private vendors.
• Researches and develops contracts with the private sector for the performance of major department-wide functions and services.
• Negotiates with state or federal agencies to obtain grant funds and to justify and persuade grantor officials to permit the expenditure of funds for purposes contrary to an original grant.
• Represents the department in negotiations with the state covering various provisions of health service contracts.
• Ensures that recommended changes in department programs and resolutions to operational problems increase the efficiency and effectiveness of deliverable services.
• May act as a team leader of other analysts.
• Performs special assignments and projects, as directed.

Requirements

• Four (4) years of experience in a staff capacity analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, program, procedure, budget or personnel.
• One (1) year of highly responsible administrative or staff experience at the level of the County of Los Angeles class of Assistant Staff Analyst, Health Services, or higher.
• A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Special Requirement Information

• Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring a 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's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.