TALENT ASSESSMENT ASSOCIATE HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST II

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Job Description
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
Don't miss your chance! We are accepting applications starting
February 24, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT)
This application period will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. First group of applications will be reviewed on March 11, 2022
Type of Recruitment
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
Who are we looking for?
At the Countywide Talent Assessment Division, we are seeking driven and creative individuals with an interest in developing and validating pre-employment assessments and working on special projects and research studies. A successful individual will have a good understanding of test construction principles and basic statistics, enjoy collaborating with people of diverse backgrounds and expertise, and comfortable with working on multiple projects at the same time.
Why work for us?
Work from home! A teleworking schedule is available. We also offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation ( Click here
). Join us and you'll discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. With more than 36 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers.
Essential Job Functions
What will you do?
Plan, conduct, and design job analysis, assessment tool development, and validation research projects.
Collaborate and consult with operating departments to understand assessment needs and recommend efficient and effective assessment plans to identify the best candidates for the job.
Interview, observe, and survey subject matter experts to collect information and identify critical work behaviors and skills necessary for optimal job performance.
Develop and validate assessment tools (e.g., structured interviews, written tests) based on job analysis results in order to provide a fair and equitable assessment process and predict successful job performance.
Participate in special projects related to selection, recruitment, business process improvement, performance measurement and evaluation, learning and development.
Conduct basic statistical analyses (e.g., correlations, scale reliability estimates) and apply classical test theory to improve the reliability and validity of assessments and ensure fairness.
Collaborate with operating departments to ensure job analysis and assessment materials are in accordance with professional guidelines and legal standards.
Requirements
What are we looking for?
Specialty Requirements:
Option I:
A doctoral degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Measurement, Applied Psychology, or a closely related field.
Option II:
A master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Measurement, Applied Psychology, or a closely related field and one year of experience developing and validating assessments*.
Special Requirement Information:
*We consider this experience to include 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), while under immediate supervision. Qualifying experience may have been gained through an internship.
**Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40-hour work week (full-time). Work performed part-time will be prorated.
In order to receive credit for the required degree/coursework, certification, and/or license, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution
which shows the area of specialization, and/or a legible copy of the official certificate and/or license at the time of filing
or within fifteen (15) calendar days
from the date of filing application. Please submit documentation to **** and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number.
No withhold will be allowed in this examination .
License Required:
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 II - Light:
Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
If you meet the requirements listed above, we will evaluate your fitness for this opportunity using the below assessment:
A technical writing assessment weighted 100%
measuring:
Knowledge of test construction principles and methods
Knowledge of research methods
Critical Thinking & Decision Making
Candidates must meet the specialty requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added onto the list of eligible candidates.
Please Note:
Test Invitation Letters and other correspondence will be sent electronically to the e-mail address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid e-mail address. Please add ****
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to your e-mail address book and/or list of approved senders to prevent e-mail notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail.
Notice of Non-Acceptance and Final Result letters will be sent electronically to your e-mail address.
Test scores cannot be given over the telephone.
How to prepare for this exam:
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you preparing 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 at ****. Please click on Find A Job and then Job Search Toolkit. Test preparation information is located under the Employment Test Assistance section.
Eligibility Information
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Those receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months.
Vacancy Information
The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Human Resources' Countywide Talent Assessment Division (Test Research unit).
How to apply:
We only accept applications online. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of thedeadline 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 on 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.
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements to Qualify as listed on this bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Important:
Please note that all
information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Minimum requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified.
Social security number:
We need for you to use your own
social security number during filing to ensure your application is processed accurately. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number.
Do you have a computer and internet access?
For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, you may borrow laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County to complete job applications. Please note some library locations are open with restricted hours.
User ID and password:
We want you to have your own
user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's account may erase an applicant's original application record.
Have questions about anything? Please contact us using the following information:
Exam Number:
R1911M-R
Department ****
Department Contact Email:
****
If you require an accommodation to fairly complete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at ****. You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form
as well as provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.
Testing Accommodations Coordinator Email:
****
Teletype ****
Alternate Teletype ****
California Relay Services ****
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.
Fair Chance Initiative
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and 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
COVID-19 Vaccination
All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will 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.
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, or 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.
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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Los Angeles
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About Los Angeles County
With a population of more than 10 million people and 88 cities, Los Angeles County has more residents than any county in the nation. 
The County is governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors who are elected on a non-partisan basis and serve four-year terms. As the governing body, the Board of Supervisors serves as both the executive and legislative authority of the largest and most complex county government in the United States. Three elected officials (Assessor, District Attorney, and Sheriff) also serve the needs of the County’s residents. The County employs nearly 112,000 full-time personnel to serve its diverse population. 
Selected by Forbes Magazine as one of America’s Best Employers of 2018 and 2019, the County has an annual budget in excess of $30 billion with 35 major administrative units or departments serving the needs of the County’s residents.
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