Position/Program InformationType of Recruitment Open Competitive - Emergency
Filing Dates Applications will be accepted from Friday, April 24, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Thursday, April 30, 2026, 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received
before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Thursday, April 30, 2026, to be accepted.
Exam Number HH4731A-EA
The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness , and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.
The Department of Homeless Services and Housing (HSH) is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Health Program Analyst III vacancies related to the homelessness crisis.
Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.
During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.
Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Health Program Analyst III.
Essential Job Functions- Facilitates collaboration with subject matter experts, researchers, and community leaders to develop and implement system improvements in the youth homeless response system.
- Supports program design and procurement, including developing solicitations, contract documents, budgets, and onboarding providers.
- Provides technical assistance to youth programs and the broader network on best practices for serving youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
- Analyzes multi-level data and research to develop recommendations and improve outcomes for youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
- Serves as liaison to service providers and community stakeholders, facilitating engagement and synthesizing input to inform system improvements.
- Prepares and delivers reports, action plans, and presentations on youth homelessness, including goals, outcomes, and performance analysis.
- Partners with internal units to build capacity, allocate resources, and implement youth-driven system improvements.
- Coordinates with County departments and agencies to align programs, policies, and data systems supporting youth.
- Supervises and coordinates staff, including training, assigning work, and providing technical guidance.
- Performs special projects and administrative assignments as needed.
Requirements Requirements to Qualify Option I: A Bachelor's Degree* from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department
-AND- five (5) years of experience in the analysis of mental health, public health, or homelessness programs**, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of Health Program Analyst II***.
A Master's Degree* from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to the core business function of the department may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
Option II: Seven (7) years of experience performing assignments in mental health, public health, or homelessness program** analysis, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of Health Program Analyst II***.
You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.
Special Requirement Information *To receive credit for your education, include a copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within seven (7) calendar days of the end of the filing period. Please submit documentation to AAvetyan@hr.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit:
https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
**Experience in the analysis of a mental health, public health, or homelessness program is defined as the study and investigation of issues and problems of mental health, public health, or homelessness program development, implementation, administration, or evaluation and the formation of applicable solutions and recommendations.
***Experience at the level of Health Program Analyst II is defined as planning, implementing, administering, and evaluation mental health, public health, or homelessness programs.
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.
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 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.
Desirable Qualifications - Experience working for a public homelessness services agency, such as LAHSA, within the last 6 months.
- Experience supporting program development, implementation, or evaluation in youth services.
- Experience providing coordination, technical assistance, or stakeholder support to community-based organizations or service providers.
Additional Information Exam Content During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
Application and Filing Information Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.
Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add AAvetyan@hr.lacounty.gov , as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
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Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 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 on 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.
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 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.
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.
Department Contact Name: Armen Avetyan
Department Contact Email: AAvetyan@hr.lacounty.gov
Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929
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hereClosing Date/Time: 4/30/2026 5:00 PM Pacific