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TEST DEVELOPMENT ANALYST (ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES MANAGER I / TEST DEVELOPMENT)

Salary

$89,707.68 - $120,888.00 Annually

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

J1002H

Department

SHERIFF

Opening Date

09/16/2024

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Position/Program Information

FIRST DAY OF FILING

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 at 8:00 A.M. (PT)

THE FILING PERIOD MAY BE SUSPENDED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS EXAMINATION MAY REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE.

NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS.

EXAM NUMBER:

J1002H

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY

REASONS TO JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation.

  Flexible Benefit Plans – The County provides each employee with a monthly “benefit allowance” they can use to pay for benefits, allowing employees to choose among a variety of pre-tax and after-tax benefits that include Medical and Dental coverage, Group life insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Health care spending accounts, Long-term disability health insurance, Subsidized Dependent Care Spending Accounts.

  Robust Retirement Packages – Contributory-defined benefit plan; optional tax-deferred income plans that may include a county matching contribution up to 4% of employee’s salary.

  Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits

  Thirteen (13) paid holidays per year.

  For more details on employee benefits, please visit https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/

• Flexible schedule options (telework where appropriate)

• Potential promotional path and career longevity

  Who are we looking for:

  At the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Personnel Administration Bureau’s Test Development Unit, we are seeking motivated individuals with an educational background and work experience in conducting job analysis studies, analyzing test and item statistics, and developing pre-employment assessments (e.g., structured interviews, multiple-choice tests, and performance tests).

DEFINITION

Independently performs a full range of difficult to complex analytical assignments and makes recommendations on complex issues which directly impact departmental programs and administrative operations, and which may be of a confidential or sensitive nature.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS

Positions allocable to this journey-level analyst class are typically located in central administrative departments or the central administrative office of a line department, receive general supervision from a higher-level supervisor or manager and are responsible for independently carrying out a full range of difficult to complex analytical assignments within one or more administrative functional areas. Some positions may require incumbents to lead or supervise a unit of lower-level analysts. Assignments require the use of discretion and care in the handling of confidential and sensitive information used to support management decisions, as well as professionalism and tact in dealing with individuals such as higher-level staff members, managers, and professionals from other organizations on sensitive or controversial issues of considerable consequence or importance.

Essential Job Functions

The duties listed below are intended as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment.

Plans and conducts test development and validation research projects, including choice of validation strategy, job analysis strategy, number and type of subject matter experts needed, and test components and/or content to include.

Conducts job analysis using various methods to collect essential information regarding tasks, duties, activities, knowledge, skills, abilities, personal characteristics, competencies, attributes, work context, etc.

Develops and/or works with subject matter experts to develop selection and promotional assessment instruments, including multiple-choice tests, situational judgment tests, structured interviews (technical and general), performance or walkthrough performance tests, simulations, and other assessments to measure important constructs (worker attributes) identified and defined during job analysis.

Compiles lists of required tasks, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal characteristics to develop job analysis survey instruments, develop test plans, and guide the development of selection instruments (predictors) or to develop measures of job performance (criteria or outcomes).

Leads and participates in projects related to selection, placement, retention, recruitment, training and development, organizational development and improvement, process improvement, performance measurement and evaluation, or other areas of human resources intervention or practice.

Conducts statistical analyses using SPSS, Systat, R, Excel, or other statistical software. Interprets and evaluates results of statistical tests and uses outcomes to drive improvement of assessments (i.e., response patterns, item difficulty, item-total correlation, test reliability, and test validity), to set or recommend passing scores, and to evaluate adverse impact resulting from the use of selection instruments or systems.

Develops and administers questionnaires (paper and internet-based) to subject matter experts to collect information on the tasks performed, important knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal characteristics and to collect ratings that would contribute to decisions such as test component weights and item retention.

Writes technical reports to document the job-relatedness of selection and promotional programs, including job analysis, basis for demonstrating validity, alternative predictors considered, and evaluation of the assessment systems.

Creates and delivers training programs, including item-writing training, interviewer training, and writing assessment training.

Travels to various locations within Los Angeles County to conduct job analyses, meet with clients, work with subject matter experts to develop selection/assessment instruments, deliver training, and/or attend meetings.

Requirements

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

Option I: A Doctoral degree* from an accredited college or university in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Psychometrics, or a closely related field.

Option II: A Master’s degree* from an accredited college or university in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Psychometrics, or a closely related fieldANDone (1) year of experience developing and validating assessments* at the associate analyst level** or higher.

Option III:Completion of graduate program coursework* from an accredited college or university in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Psychometrics, or a closely related field (must have completed 12 semester / 18 quarter units of graduate coursework in advanced statistics and/or research methods, and psychometrics/test construction)ANDtwo (2) years of experience developing and validating assessments at the associate analyst level** or higher.

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 REQUIREMENT INFORMATION

*In order to receive credit for the required degree, youMUST include a legible copy of the official degree, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your online application. Please submit documentation to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and indicate your name, the exam title and the exam number. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the educational requirement.

**Experiencemustinclude conducting routine job analysis studies and basic analysis of test and item statistics, and developing standard pre-employment assessments (e.g., structured interviews, written tests).

*Associate analyst level work involves 1.) the independent performance of a variety of routine to moderately complex assignments and/or 2.) under more direct supervision, the performance of complex assignments. Both types of assignments require the use of established research and analytical methods and techniques, as well as sound professional judgment to analyze and resolve problems and issues related to administrative functions such as human resources, budget, finance, contracts and other closely-related administrative functional areas. This level of work is generally assigned to positions in classifications above the entry level classification of the respective series.

Note: For a fuller description of associate-level analytical work, refer to Los Angeles County's Management Analyst classification (Item #1848). (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1066351?keywords=1848&pagetype=classSpecifications)

**To qualify under Option III , applicantsmust include a legible copy of the official transcripts and/or certificate from the accredited institution which shows the completed semester/quarter units of coursework in the area of specialization at the time of filing, or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your online application. Please submit documentation to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and indicate your name, the exam title and the exam number. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the educational requirement.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail the pre-investigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait twelve (12) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT

This examination will consist of a multiple choice and/or simulation assessment, weighted 100%, covering:

• General Problem Solving Skills

• Professional Potential

• Achievement

• Coping with Uncertainty

• Responsibility

• Working to High Quality Standards

• Willingness to Learn

• Maintaining Good Working Relationships

• Analyzing Information

• Learning Quickly

• Generating New Ideas

• Using Time Efficiently

• Adapting to Change

  TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS

• Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.

• This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred.

MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.

CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER.

TEST PREPARATION

Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review ALL related materials that you deem necessary.

• An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website athttp://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find a Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit". Test preparation Information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.

• Additional online practice tests are available athttps://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests

Please note that these resources are intended to provide general information about the types of tests and assessments used by the County of Los Angeles. These resources do not contain details of the exam nor the specific questions you will be asked to answer during the test administration. The exam content section describes the areas assessed by the test and you are invited to study and review whatever material you believe will help you to prepare.

VETERANS CREDIT

If you served in the miliary and were honorably discharged, you may qualify for Veteran’s Credit. To receive this credit, please include a copy of your DD214 Form issued by the branch of service with your application for review.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION

The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.

NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on probation.

ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a"zero tolerance"policy for its employees for the following:

• use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.

  Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.

  VACANCY INFORMATION

The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Administrative Services Division, Personnel Administration Bureau.

AVAILABLE SHIFT DAY

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED, YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION.

All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment application and supplemental questionnaireONLINE only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes and supporting documents may be uploaded as attachments to the online application.

Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification and applications may be rejected at any time during the selection process.

The acceptance of your application depends on whether you haveclearlyshown that you meet theSELECTION REQUIREMENTS and you have completely filled out your application.

Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Your application and s upplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically before 5:00 P.M., PT, on the last day of filing.

NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 P.M. (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account onhttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Please note thatALL information included in the application materials is subject toVERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.

• FALSIFICATION of any information may result inDISQUALIFICATIONorRESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.

• UtilizingVERBIAGEfrom Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of dutiesWILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may beDISQUALIFIED.

  CORRESPONDENCE AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA E-MAIL

  All notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add svyiu@lasd.org,yrodriguez@hr.lacounty.gov,talentcentral@shl.com,donot-reply@amcatmail.comandinfo@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log in to your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records.

  NOTE: Candidates who apply online must upload any required documents as attachments during application submission. If you are unable to attach required documents, you may fax the documents to (323) 415-2580 or email the documents to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org at the time of filing, or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application filing.Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection.Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the faxed documents.

  SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal Law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

  COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT 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 member or friend's user ID and password May erase a candidate's original application record.

California Relay Services Phone:(800) 735-2922

ADA Coordinator Phone:(213) 229-1621

Teletype Phone:(213) 626-0251

Department Contact Name:Professional Examinations Unit

Department Contact Phone:(323) 526-5611

Department Contact Email: sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.

Your Responsibilities:

1.Completing Your Application:

a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted.

b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title.

c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation.

2.Requirements on Job Posting:

a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time.

b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual age 40 or older.

c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable.

3.Application Deadline: All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed.

4.Change of Name or Address: To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile onwww.governmentjobs.comand make the necessary change. This can be done at any time.

5.Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy:

a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation(s) may be subject to verification, consistent with state and federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential.

Disclaimer: The County of Los Angeles is not responsible or in any way liable for any computer hardware or software malfunction that may affect the employment application or the application selection process.

You assume all responsibility and risk for the use of this system and the Internet generally. This system and the information provided on it are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. No advice or information given by the County of Los Angeles or its respective employees shall modify the foregoing or create any warranty.

The County of Los Angeles expressly disclaims any warranty that the information on this system or on the Internet generally will be uninterruptible or error free or that any information, software or other material accessible from the system is free of viruses or other harmful components. You shall have no recourse against the County of Los Angeles as the system provider for any alleged or actual infringement of any proprietary rights a user may have in anything posted or retrieved on our system.

The County of Los Angeles shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of this system or with the delay or inability to use it (or any linked sites), or for any information obtained through this system, or otherwise arising out of the use of this system, the Internet generally or on any other basis.

NOTE: Your application is submitted using Secure Encryption to ensure the privacy of all information you transmit over the Internet.

By accepting the Use Disclaimer set forth herein, you agree to all of the above terms and further agree to use this Online Job Employment Application System only for the submission of bona fide employment applications to the County of Los Angeles. Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer.

Test Preparation: Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website athttps://hr.lacounty.gov/. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting.

Veteran’s Credit: In all open competitive examinations, a veteran’s credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit.

A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty.

This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran’s credit. More information available at:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/

Accreditation Information: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies that are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information is available at:http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdfandhttp://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC EResourceGuide.pdf (https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf)

Background Check: 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 a 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 or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but 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 a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.

Career Planning: 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 athttps://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/.

Benefit Information: Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a “new member” of the County’s defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) – unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California.

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990: All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible.

Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.

Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program: In an effort to improve compliance with court ordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information.

Social Security Act of 2004: Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA-1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the websitewww.socialsecurity.gov, or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office.

Employment Eligibility Information: Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility.

The California Fair Employment and Housing Act(Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) and other applicable laws prohibit employment discrimination based on an applicant's protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, childbirth, and other characteristics.

COVID-19 VACCINATION: Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.

Updated February 2024

For detailed information, please clickhere (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/)

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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 ANSWER CAREFULLY.Any mistake 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 or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.UtilizingVERBIAGEfrom Class Specification including the listed Examples of Duties and/or Essential Job Functions serving as your description of dutiesWILL NOTbe sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in anINCOMPLETE RESPONSE AND NO CREDIT WILL BE AWARDED.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

  Have you completed a Doctoral degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Psychometrics or a closely related field from an accredited college or university? You must submit evidence of your education.

• Yes

• No

• Not applicable

  03

  Have you completed a Master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Psychometrics or a closely related field from an accredited college or university? You must submit evidence of your education.

• Yes

• No

• Not Applicable

  04

  What field did you obtain your degree in? Please check all that apply.

• Industrial/Organizational Psychology

• Psychometrics

• Closely Related Field

• Not Applicable

  05

  If you selected "Closely Related Field" on Question 3 above, please indicate the area of specialization for your degree. (Insert N/A, if Not Applicable):

  06

  Have you completed graduate program coursework from an accredited college or university in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Psychometrics, or a closely related field? You must submit evidence of your education.

• Yes

• No

• Not Applicable

  07

  Which of the following best describes the number of units successfully completed for graduate program coursework in advanced statistics and/or research methods, and test construction?

• Not Applicable

• 2-4 semester units (3-6 quarter units)

• 5-7 semester units (7.5-10.5 quarter units)

• 8-11 semester units (12-16.5 quarter units)

• 12 semester units or more (18 quarter units or more)

  08

  Please provide the course identification number, course name, as well as the name of the institution where you successfully completed graduate coursework in statistics. (Insert N/A if not applicable)

  09

  Please provide the course identification number, course name, as well as the name of the institution where you successfully completed graduate coursework in research methods. (Insert N/A if not applicable)

  10

  Please provide the course identification number, course name, as well as the name of the institution where you successfully completed graduate coursework in test construction (psychometrics). (Insert N/A if not applicable)

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  I understand that if I expect to receive credit for the required coursework and degree, I must include a legible copy of the official transcripts, official degree, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the completed semester/quarter units of coursework in the areas of specialization. Documents may be submitted either by 1) attaching directly to my application at the time of submission, or 2) emailing any outstanding required documents to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org or 3) faxing any outstanding documents to (323) 415-2580at the time of filing, or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your online application.Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection.Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the educational requirements.

• Yes, I understand the above information and instructions.

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  Which of the following best describes your experience in developing and validating assessments* at the associate analyst level** or higher?

**Experiencemustinclude conducting routine job analysis studies and basic analysis of test and item statistics, and developing standard pre-employment assessments (e.g., structured interviews, written tests).

*Associate analyst level work involves 1.) the independent performance of a variety of routine to moderately complex assignments and/or 2.) under more direct supervision, the performance of complex assignments. Both types of assignments require the use of established research and analytical methods and techniques, as well as sound professional judgment to analyze and resolve problems and issues related to administrative functions such as human resources, budget, finance, contracts and other closely-related administrative functional areas. This level of work is generally assigned to positions in classifications above the entry level classification of the respective series.

• Not Applicable

• Less than one (1) year

• One (1) year, but less than two (2) years

• Two (2) years or more

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  DESCRIBE YOUR EXPERIENCE:In developing and validating assessments at the associate analyst level or higher.INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:1) Dates of Employment, 2) Employer Name, 3) Your Job Title, and 4) Description of Experience. (Also, indicate your experience on your application) (Insert N/A, if not applicable)

  14

  Do you require an American with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation to compete any part of the examination process?

• No

• Yes

  15

  How did you learn about this position?

• Personal referral from someone other than a County Employee

• County Employee

• Los Angeles County Government Job website

• Social Media (Instagram)

• Socia Media (Facebook)

• Linkedin

• County Job Hotline

• Job Fair

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• Yes, I understand the above information

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  WARNING:This pre-investigative questionnaire is part of the background investigation. It is used to determine an applicant's suitability for service within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD). All information provided is considered confidential. A candidate's information will only be disclosed to an assigned background investigator if he/she is deemed suitable for the job based on the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department hiring guidelines. Answer the following questions honestly and thoroughly, as your responses will be used to determine whether or not you can proceed with the hiring process. Your responses to the following questions will be subject to verification.

Do you understand this information?

• Yes

  18

  The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following: Use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.

• Yes. If employed by the Department, I agree to abide by the zero tolerance policy on the use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.

  19

  The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department (LASD) employees must adhere to the department's policies regarding appearance. Hair should be clean and well groomed. Tattoos upon the neck, face or head are prohibited. Beards are not allowed for employees who wear any type of uniform; mustaches must be trimmed and neat; jewelry must be minimally observable. A uniform or professional attire is required while on duty. Are you willing to comply with all the grooming, appearance policies, procedures, and standards of the LASD?

• Yes, I am willing to comply with all the grooming, appearance policies, procedures, and standards of the LASD.

  20

  Do you understand you will be subject to a thorough background investigation and a medical examination?

• Yes, I understand I will be subject to a thorough background investigation and a medical examination.

  21

  Are you currently on criminal probation?

• No

• Yes

  22

  Are you currently on criminal parole?

• No

• Yes

  23

  Have you ever been convicted for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs or any DUI-related crimes? If "yes", when was the last time?

• No

• Yes; within 1 year

• Yes; more than 1 year ago, but less than 2 years

• Yes; more than 2 years ago, but less than 3 years

• Yes; more than 3 years ago, but less than 4 years

• Yes; more than 4 years ago

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  Have you ever used any illegal drug (methamphetamine, heroin, speed, cocaine, ecstasy, PCP, hallucinogens, etc.) OTHER than marijuana? If "yes", when was the last time?

• No

• Yes; within the last 12 months

• Yes; more than 1 year ago, but less than 2 years

• Yes; more than 2 years ago, but less than 3 years

• Yes; more than 3 years ago, but less than 4 years

• Yes; more than 4 years ago

  25

  Have you ever used methamphetamine? If "yes", how many times?

• No

• Yes; 1 to 9 times

• Yes; 10 to 19 times

• Yes; 20 to 30 times

• Yes; 31 or more times

  26

  Have you ever used heroin? If "yes", how many times?

• No

• Yes; 1 to 9 times

• Yes; 10 to 19 times

• Yes; 20 to 29 times

• Yes; 30 or more times

  27

  Have you ever used speed? If "yes", how many times?

• No

• Yes; 1 to 9 times

• Yes; 10 to 19 times

• Yes; 20 to 30 times

• Yes; 31 or more times

  28

  Have you ever used cocaine? If "yes", how many times?

• No

• Yes; 1 to 9 times

• Yes; 10 to 19 times

• Yes; 20 to 30 times

• Yes; 31 or more times

  29

  Have you ever used ecstasy? If "yes", how many times?

• No

• Yes; 1 to 9 times

• Yes; 10 to 19 times

• Yes; 20 to 30 times

• Yes; 31 or more times

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  Have you ever used PCP? If "yes", how many times?

• No

• Yes; 1 to 9 times

• Yes; 10 to 19 times

• Yes; 20 to 29 times

• Yes; 30 or more times

  31

  Have you ever used hallucinogens? If "yes", how many times?

• No

• Yes; 1 to 9 times

• Yes; 10 to 19 times

• Yes; 20 to 30 times

• Yes; 31 or more times

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  By answering the previous questions, you acknowledge that any false statements or omissions in this questionnaire will cause you to be disqualified, removed from an eligibility list, or be cause for immediate dismissal, if any appointment is or will be made at a later time.

• Yes

  Required Question

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