PRINCIPAL ANALYST, CEO

PRINCIPAL ANALYST, CEO

Salary

$142,601.52 - $192,186.72 Annually

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

M0830G-R

Department

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICE

Opening Date

07/24/2026

Closing Date

7/30/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

• Description
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Position/Program Information

Exam Number

M0830G-R

When to Submit Your Application

We will be accepting online applications from Thursday, July 30, 2026, beginning at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until 5:00 p.m. (PT). Applications must be submitted before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on July 30, 2026, to be considered. This exam may reopen as the needs of the service require.

Type of Recruitment

We welcome applications from everyone.

No withhold will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met at the time of filing and clearly indicated on the application.

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.

Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!

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The Opportunity

We are pursuing qualified candidates to fill Principal Analyst, CEO positions within the Chief Executive Office. The position assists the Chief Executive Office to manage the Countys administrative, financial affairs, and/or policy priorities under the general direction of a Manager, CEO.

Essential Job Functions

Position Responsibilities

• Leads or supervises a section/project(s) in the Chief Executive Office
• Leads or supervises staff
• Conducts program and organizational reviews as directed by the Board of Supervisors or upper management
• Analyzes and/or reviews the most complex requests for medium to large-size departmental budget units
• Develops and monitors Countywide budgets
• Participates in the Chief Executive Office's strategic planning
• Prepares and reviews a variety of documents
• Consults other section supervisors/staff, upper management, County departments, and/or external stakeholders
• Represents the Chief Executive Office and assigned section
• Analyzes and develops responses to motions by the Board of Supervisors
• Implements a variety of Board-Directed priorities

For more information, please view the classification specification: Principal Analyst, CEO

Requirements

Requirements to Qualify

Three (3) years of experience analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems in areas such as budget, finance, operations, policy implementation, classification, compensation, capital projects, legislative policy, organization and management, employee relations, risk management, marketing, or asset management at the level of Los Angeles County class of Senior Analyst, CEO* or higher.

Special Requirement Information

• In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Senior Analyst, CEO is defined as working independently to provide professional staff support to the head of an organization including the planning, coordination, direction, and control of various functions.

Note: 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 responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.

Out-of-Class Experience will not be accepted for this examination.

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 Expectations

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.

Desirable Certifications

The following certifications are desirable but are not required for qualification or final selection for this position:

• Professional Human Resources (PHR), issued by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI)

• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), issued by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI)

• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), issued by the International Foundation of Employee Benefits Plans (IFEBP)

• Certified Labor Relations Master (CLRM), formerly Labor Relations Academy Masters Certification, issued by the California Public Employers Labor Relations Association (CALPELRA)

If you have any of the certifications listed above, please include a valid, legible copy with your application. Alternatively, you may email your document(s) to Jasmine Hines at Jhines@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of submitting your application.

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

Additional Information

Our Assessment Process: After we determine that all requirements have been met, we will invite qualified applicants to participate in the following assessments:

Examination Content

Part 1: Multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 75%, assessing:

• Deductive Reasoning
• Analyzing Information
• Empathy
• Sharing Knowledge and Guidance
• Controlling Emotions
• Management Judgment
• Management Potential
• Achievement
• Responsibility
• Willingness to Learn
• Working Relationships
• Learning Quickly
• Generating New Ideas
• Using Time Efficiently
• Working to High Quality Standards
• Adapting to Change

Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part 1 in order to proceed to Part 2 - Writing Assessment.

Part 2: A Writing Assessment, weighted 25%, assessing English Structure and Content, Written Expression, and Prioritizing Information.

Applicants must meet the Requirements to Qualify and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the exam in order to be placed on the eligible list.

Exam Review

Some exam components are not subject to review by candidates. Multiple-choice and/or simulation assessments are not reviewable by candidates per Civil Service Rule 7.19.

Transfer of Test Responses

• If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this exam.
• This examination contains test components that may be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.

Test Preparation

We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help with preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.

• Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."
• Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/. You can also visit our Los Angeles County Online Assessment Preparation Series webpage at https://lacounty.attract.neogov.com/la-county-online-assessments-prep-series for information about common online assessment types, sample questions, and test-taking tips.

Eligibility and Vacancy Information

Applicants who passed all assessment(s) will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies within the Chief Executive Office's as they occur.

Selection Certification

In accordance with TITLE 5 - PERSONNEL, APPENDIX 1 (Civil Service Rule 11.03) of the Los Angeles County Code, from those who pass the examination, we may establish secondary list(s) targeting specialized skills and experience in the following areas:

• Asset Management
• Budget and Finance
• Classification and Compensation
• Contracts
• Employee Relations
• Human Resources Operations
• Poverty Alleviation and/or Service Integration
• Research

Important Note: Applicants are required to respond to all supplemental questions during the application process. Be sure to provide detailed and accurate responses to all questions. The questions are designed to elicit information to confirm the applicant qualifies not only for the position itself, but also for placement on any Selective Certification lists. The experience claimed in the supplemental questions must be consistent with the information provided under the Work Experience section of the application. To provide the best responses, applicants should allow at least one (1) hour to complete the application and supplemental questionnaire.

How to Apply

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 employers name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, 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.

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicants responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

• JHines@hr.lacounty.gov
• info@governmentjobs.com
• talentcentral@shl.com
• noreply@proctoru.com
• donot-reply@amcatmail.com

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family members or friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.

For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county.

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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. The Department of Human Resources is 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.

Testing Accommodation

If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.

Testing Accommodations Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov

Testing Accommodations Phone: (213) 441-3150

Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us:

Department Contact Name: Jasmine Hines

Department Contact Phone: (213) 433-3482

Department Contact Email: JHines@hr.lacounty.gov

Exam Number: M0830G-R

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

For detailed information, please click here

01

The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. 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. 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 examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.

• I have read and understand the above information and instructions.

02

Many important notifications including invitation letters 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, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. 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.

Please add JHines@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, noreply@proctoru.com, and donot-reply@amcatmail.com 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. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.

• I have read and understand the above information and instructions.

03

Do you have three (3) years of experience analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems in areas such as budget, finance, operations, policy implementation, classification, compensation, capital projects, legislative policy, organization and management, employee relations, risk management, marketing, or asset management at the level of Los Angeles County class of Senior Analyst, CEO* or higher?

• In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Senior Analyst, CEO is defined as working independently to provide professional staff support to the head of an organization including the planning, coordination, direction, and control of various functions.
• Yes
• No

04

Describe the experience you indicated having in Question 3. For each applicable position held, provided the following information:

• Payroll Title
• Employer
• Supervisor Name and Contact
• Dates of Employment: FROM (MM/YR) - TO (MM/YR)
• Number of hours worked per week
• Detailed description of duties performed as it relates to the above experience

If you do not have experience in this area, please indicate "N/A". Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.

05

DESIRABLE CERTIFICATIONS

Which of the following certifications do you currently possess?

(Please select all that apply)

• I do not possess any of the certifications listed below.
• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS)
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
• Certified Labor Relations Master (CLRM), formerly Labor Relations Academy Masters Certification

06

To receive credit, you must provide a valid, legible copy of the certification(s) indicated in the question above at the time you submit your application. If you are unable to attach the selected document(s) to your application, you may email them to JHines@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of submitting your application.

• I do not possess any of the desired certifications.
• I understand and have attached a valid, legible copy of the certification(s) to my application.
• I understand and will email a valid, legible copy of the certification(s) to JHines@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days.

07

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

Questions 8 through 24 will be used to determine your eligibility to be placed on Selective Certification Lists. Read each question carefully and be as specific as possible, including all information related to the functional area identified for Selective Certification. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. THE EXPERIENCE YOU CLAIM ON THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE CONSISTENT WITH THE EXPERIENCE LISTED IN YOUR APPLICATION. Please note that all information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process.

• I have read and understand the above information and instructions.

08

ASSET MANAGEMENT

Do you have three (3) years of full-time experience* at the level of Los Angeles County class of Senior Analyst, CEO or higher, analyzing and recommending solutions to problems in asset management (e.g., capital projects, construction management, master planning, facility planning, leasing and financing of real property assets)?

• Full-time experience is defined as working a 40-hour week in the specific area (i.e., Asset Management).
• Yes
• No

09

If you answered yes to the previous question, describe your experience related to Asset Management. Include details about your role, scope of responsibilities, beginning and ending dates for each job held, hours worked per week, and the name and contact information of employer(s). If you do not possess this experience, type "No Related Experience."

10

BUDGET AND FINANCE

Do you have three (3) years of full-time experience at the level of Los Angeles County class of Senior Analyst, CEO or higher, analyzing and recommending solutions to complex problems in the areas of budget and/or finance for one large size budget unit, multiple medium size* to large size budget units, or centralized assignments of a countywide or organization-wide nature performing tasks such as: preparing and reviewing monthly budget status reports and budget adjustments; forecasting expenditures and revenue projections; coordinating and analyzing countywide or organization-wide assignments; developing and monitoring cash flows; forecasting locally generated revenues; performing cost analysis of budget requests; implementing departmental cost allocation plans; reviewing and monitoring contracts and departmental/organization-wide internal controls; projecting countywide employee benefits; and generating and interpreting reports utilizing budget planning software systems and analytical tools, such as the Budget Prep, eCAPs, eHR, ePAR, and electronic Budget Review (eBR) systems or equivalent?

• Full-time experience is defined as working a 40-hour week in the specific area (i.e., Budget and Finance).
• Complex is defined as budget and finance problems with significant fiscal implications.

Large-size budget units are defined as an organization of over 1,400 budgeted positions.

• Medium-size budget units are defined as an organization with between 400 to 1,400 budgeted positions.
• Yes
• No

11

If you answered yes to the previous question, describe your experience related to Budget and Finance. Include details about your role, scope of responsibilities, beginning and ending dates for each job held, hours worked per week, and the name and contact information of employer(s). If you do not possess this experience, type "No Related Experience."

12

CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION

Do you have three (3) years of full-time experience* at the level of Los Angeles County class of Senior Analyst, CEO or higher, analyzing and recommending solutions to problems related to classification and compensation, including all of the following: review and allocation of new positions in the budget; consulting with management on classification and compensation related policies and procedures; review and approval of organizational structures; review of position reclassifications; creation and maintenance of new classifications; review of pay plans and amendment to related rules and policies; conducting of salary studies; overseeing classification and compensation studies/surveys; participating in the labor negotiation process; and analyzing and making recommendations on pay requests?

• Full-time experience is defined as working a 40-hour week in the specific area (i.e., Classification and Compensation).
• Yes
• No

13

If you answered yes to the previous question, describe your experience related to Classification and Compensation. Include details about your role, scope of responsibilities, beginning and ending dates for each job held, hours worked per week, and the name and contact information of employer(s). If you do not possess this experience, type "No Related Experience."

14

CONTRACTS

Do you have three (3) years of full-time experience* at the level of Los Angeles County class of Senior Analyst, CEO or higher, analyzing and recommending solutions to problems related to contracts, including all of the following: managing the administration of complex contract solicitations, facilitating contract evaluation committees, advising staff and management on the most important mechanism for procuring contracted services, and monitoring contracts for compliance?

• Full-time experience is defined as working a 40-hour week in the specific area (i.e., Contracts).
• Yes
• No

15

If you answered yes to the previous question, describe your experience related to Contracts. Include details about your role, scope of responsibilities, beginning and ending dates for each job held, hours worked per week, and the name and contact information of employer(s). If you do not possess this experience, type "No Related Experience."

16

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS

Do you have three (3) years of full-time experience* at the level of Los Angeles County class of Senior Analyst, CEO or higher, developing solutions to problems related to Employee Relations, such as: interpreting and administering Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) and negotiating successor MOUs; meeting and negotiating and/or consulting with labor organizations; representing the department or organization as an advocate in administrative hearings; researching and writing briefs and motions; and providing guidance to departmental or organizational management on employee relations issues?

• Full-time experience is defined as working a 40-hour week in the specific area (i.e., Employee Relations).
• Yes
• No

17

If you answered yes to the previous question, describe your experience related to Employee Relations. Include details about your role, scope of responsibilities, beginning and ending dates for each job held, hours worked per week, and the name and contact information of employer(s). If you do not possess this experience, type "No Related Experience."

18

HUMAN RESOURCES OPERATIONS

Do you have three (3) years of full-time experience* at the level of Los Angeles County class of Senior Analyst, CEO or higher, overseeing or leading staff performing analysis and making recommendations for the resolution of problems related to Human Resources operations? Such experience must include functions such as processing (e.g., payroll, timekeeping, onboarding and offboarding, and personnel transactions), item control administration, benefits administration, and compliance.

• Full-time experience is defined as working a 40-hour week in the specific area (i.e., Human Resource operations).
• Yes
• No

19

Of the experience claimed in your response to Question 18, how much experience involved leading staff performing Human Resources operational functions within a centralized Human Resources Unit?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

20

If you indicated having experience in Questions 18 and 19, describe your experience related to Human Resources operations. Include details about your role, scope of responsibilities, beginning and ending dates for each job held, hours worked per week, and the name and contact information of employer(s). If you do not possess this experience, type "No Related Experience."

21

POVERTY ALLEVIATION AND/OR SERVICE INTEGRATION

Do you have three (3) years of full-time experience* at the level of Los Angeles County class of Senior Analyst, CEO or higher, analyzing problems related to the integration of services or those which aim to alleviate poverty; and assessing the effectiveness of these services to provide actionable recommendations that streamline services and improve outcomes. Experience must include one or more of the following:

• collaborating with non-profits and/or government agencies to improve access to health services, human services and job training programs for vulnerable populations (e.g. homeless individuals, current or former foster or probation youth, veterans, justice-involved individuals);
• conducting data analysis and research to identify gaps in service delivery for underserved or vulnerable communities; or
• improving access to benefits and coordinating health and human services with community support programs, by applying expertise in the administration of benefit programs (e.g., CalFresh, CalWORKS, General Relief, Guaranteed Income).
• Full-time experience is defined as working a 40-hour week in the specific area (i.e., Poverty Alleviation and/or Service Integration).
• Yes
• No

22

If you answered yes to the previous question, describe your experience related to Poverty Alleviation and/or Service Integration. Include details about your role, scope of responsibilities, beginning and ending dates for each job held, hours worked per week, and the name and contact information of employer(s). If you do not possess this experience, type "No Related Experience."

23

RESEARCH

Do you have three (3) years of full-time experience at the level of Los Angeles County class of Senior Analyst, CEO or higher, conducting research and/or data-driven analysis to evaluate and inform public policy decisions and provide recommendations based on evidence?

• Full-time experience is defined as working a 40-hour week in the specific area (i.e., Research).
• Research and/or data-driven analysis demonstrated experience is defined as evaluating program and cost effectiveness of service modalities to determine the feasibility of adopting or expanding these modalities within public, community and/or private service providers - and/or - providing recommendations for policy decisions that are grounded in systematic research methods, data analysis, and measurable findings across public, community, and/or private service domains.
• Yes
• No

24

If you answered yes to the previous question, describe your experience related to Research. Include details about your role, scope of responsibilities, beginning and ending dates for each job held, hours worked per week, and the name and contact information of employer(s). If you do not possess this experience, type "No Related Experience."

Required Question

Employer County of Los Angeles

Address

Los Angeles, California, 90010

Website http://hr.lacounty.gov