STAFF ASSISTANT I

STAFF ASSISTANT I

Salary

$52,405.20 - $70,628.88 Annually

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

R0907P-R

Department

HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTYWIDE EXAMS

Opening Date

08/13/2026

Closing Date

8/20/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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Position/Program Information

WHEN TO APPLY:

We will be accepting online applications from Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Thursday, August 20, 2026, before 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on August 20, 2026, to be accepted.

EXAM NUMBER:

R0907P-R

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

We welcome applications from anyone.

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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.

The County has more than 2,100 different job types, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. Join us and discover one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the county with a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

For more information about our amazing benefits, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/

Essential Job Functions

WHAT DOES A STAFF ASSISTANT I DO?

• Analyzes and makes recommendations to the unit manager for the resolution of problems of work procedure and space allocation; and participates in the implementation of changes resulting from recommendations as needed.
• Prepares reports and projections of workload and staffing for the manager of the unit.
• Coordinates and resolves problems between the unit served and departmental housekeeping, payroll, personnel, and reproduction services.
• Has responsibility for evaluating, ordering, maintaining, loaning, and inventorying supplies and equipment, and for resolving procurement problems with the departmental supply officer.
• Supervises clerical personnel with responsibility for assigning and reviewing work, orientation, training, development and evaluation of work performance.

For more information about the position, please visit the classification specification: Staff Assistant I

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:

At least one year of experience in one of the following:

• performing entry-level administrative analytical work to assist in evaluating operations, policies, procedures, budgets, personnel matters, programs, or organizational issues at the level of Administrative Aid* or higher, -OR-
• providing secretarial support to a senior executive, department/organization head, or manager of a major division, bureau, section, or organizational unit within a large and complex organization at the level of Secretary III or higher, -OR-
• supervising at least 3 staff, including assigning and reviewing work, coordinating assignments, training employees, evaluating performance, and other supervisory duties at the level of Supervising Clerk*or higher

Important note on at the level of: You may still qualify even if your job title isn't exactly the same as those 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION:

• Typical duties at the level of Administrative Aid include collecting, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting data; assisting with studies and research projects; evaluating operational issues; preparing reports and correspondence; and developing or substantially contributing to recommendations for process or program improvements.

Acceptable Los Angeles County classes at the level of Administrative Aid include, but are not limited to, Staff Assistant, PSS, Board Specialist, Accountant I, Program Aid I, CEO, or higher.

Typical duties at the level of Secretary III include coordinating activities; serving as a liaison between management and relevant stakeholders; preparing correspondence, reports, and other executive-level documents; managing calendars and meetings; monitoring projects and tracking assignments; interpreting policies and procedures; and independently resolving complex administrative matters.

• Typical duties at the level of Supervising Clerk include training employees, evaluating performance, scheduling staff, approving leave requests, participating in hiring and other personnel-related activities, enforcing policies and procedures, resolving operational issues, and recommending improvements to work processes and office operations.

Acceptable Los Angeles County classes at the level of Supervising Clerk include, but are not limited to, Supervising Sheriff Station Clerk, Library Assistant I, Supervising Payroll Clerk, Senior Legal Office Support Assistant, or higher.

ENDORSEMENT OF COUNTY QUALIFICATIONS:

If you performed work that differs from the duties described in your class specification and believe you qualify for this opportunity, please provide verification via official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification within 7 calendar days from the last day of filing. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position that regularly performs functions in alignment with the requirements.

WITHHOLD INFORMATION:

No withhold will be allowed. Required experience must be fully met by the last day of filing and clearly indicated on the application.

PHYSICAL CLASS:

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.

Additional Information

OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS:

Once we have identified that you meet our requirements, an invitation regarding the following assessment processes will be sent:

This examination will consist of multiple-choice and/or simulation assessments, weighted 100%, assessing:

• Professional Potential
• Achievement
• Coping with Uncertainty
• Responsibility
• Working to High Quality Standards
• Willingness to Learn
• Working Relationships
• Analyzing Information
• Learning Quickly
• Generating New Ideas
• Using Time Efficiently
• Adapting to Change
• Deductive Reasoning
• Reading Comprehension

Applicants must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment to be added to the list.

EXAM REVIEW:

The multiple-choice and/or simulation assessments are not reviewable by candidates per Civil Service Rule 7.19.

TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:

If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might 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 in 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 the assessment are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies as they occur.

AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any

APPLICATION and FILING INFORMATION:

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 rescheduling an exam part. Register the domains below as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

• EAmiri@hr.lacounty.gov
• noreply@governmentjobs.com
• 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.

SOCIAL SECURITY INFORMATION:

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 AND PASSWORD:

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.

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 races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

TESTING ACCOMMODATIONS:

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 Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov

Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

Department Contact Name: Emily Amiri

Department Contact Email: EAmiri@hr.lacounty.gov

Department Contact Number: (213) 719-3056

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

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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 as 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.

• Yes, I 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.

Please add the following email address to your list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail:

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

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.

• Yes, I understand the information and instructions.

03

Do you have at least one (1) year of experience performing entry-level administrative analytical work to assist in evaluating operations, policies, procedures, budgets, personnel matters, programs, or organizational issues at the level of Administrative Aid* or higher?

• Typical duties at the level of Administrative Aid include collecting, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting data; assisting with studies and research projects; evaluating operational issues; preparing reports and correspondence; and developing or substantially contributing to recommendations for process or program improvements.

Acceptable Los Angeles County classes at the level of Administrative Aid include, but are not limited to, Staff Assistant, PSS, Board Specialist, Accountant I, Program Aid I, CEO, or higher.

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered Yes on Question #3, describe your experience performing entry-level administrative analytical work to assist in evaluating operations, policies, procedures, budgets, personnel matters, programs, or organizational issues at the level of Administrative Aid or higher. Please ensure to include the following information for each job experience you claimed:

• Job Title
• Name of Employer
• Supervisors Name and Title
• Dates of Employment: From (mm/dd/yy) - TO (mm/dd/yy)
• Number of hours worked per week
• Detailed description of the administrative analytical duties you personally performed, including examples of the assignments you worked

Please ensure the experience you claim is consistent with the experience section listed on your application. 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

Do you have at least one (1) year of experience providing secretarial support to a senior executive, department/organization head, or manager of a major division, bureau, section, or organizational unit within a large and complex organization at the level of Secretary III or higher?

Typical duties at the level of Secretary III include coordinating activities; serving as a liaison between management and relevant stakeholders; preparing correspondence, reports, and other executive-level documents; managing calendars and meetings; monitoring projects and tracking assignments; interpreting policies and procedures; and independently resolving complex administrative matters.

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered Yes on Question #5, describe your experience providing secretarial support to a senior executive, department/organization head, or manager of a major division, bureau, section, or organizational unit within a large and complex organization at the level of Secretary III or higher. Please include ALL of the following information for each job experience you claimed:

• Job Title
• Name of Employer
• Supervisors Name and Title
• Dates of Employment: From (mm/dd/yy) - TO (mm/dd/yy)
• Number of hours worked per week
• Name and Title of the senior executive, department/organization head, or manager to whom you provided secretarial support
• The name of the division, bureau, section, or organizational unit that person headed or managed
• A brief description of what that person was responsible for, including the approximate number and types of employees within the division, bureau, section, or organizational unit they headed or managed
• A detailed description of the secretarial duties you personally performed in support of that person

Please ensure the experience you claim is consistent with the experience section listed on your application. 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.

07

Do you have at least one (1) year of experience supervising at least 3 staff, including assigning and reviewing work, coordinating assignments, training employees, evaluating performance, and other supervisory duties at the level of Supervising Clerk or higher?

• Typical duties at the level of Supervising Clerk include training employees, evaluating performance, scheduling staff, approving leave requests, participating in hiring and other personnel-related activities, enforcing policies and procedures, resolving operational issues, and recommending improvements to work processes and office operations.

Acceptable Los Angeles County classes at the level of Supervising Clerk include, but are not limited to, Supervising Sheriff Station Clerk, Library Assistant I, Supervising Payroll Clerk, Senior Legal Office Support Assistant or higher.

• Yes
• No

08

If you answered Yes on Question #7, how many staff did you supervise for a period of at least one (1) year while performing duties at the level of Supervising Clerk or higher?

• 0-2 Staff
• 3-5 Staff
• 6-9 Staff
• 10 or more staff
• Not Applicable

09

If you answered Yes on Question #7, describe your experience supervising at least 3 staff, including assigning and reviewing work, coordinating assignments, training employees, evaluating performance, and other supervisory duties at the level of Supervising Clerk or higher? Please ensure to include the following information for each job experience you claimed:

• Job Title
• Name of Employer
• Supervisors Name and Title
• Dates of Employment: From (mm/dd/yy) - TO (mm/dd/yy)
• Number of hours worked per week
• Number of Staff Supervised
• Detailed description of the supervisory duties you personally performed

Please ensure the experience you claim is consistent with the experience section listed on your application. 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.

Required Question

Employer County of Los Angeles

Address

Los Angeles, California, 90010

Website http://hr.lacounty.gov