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Job Description
Position/Program Information
EXAM NUMBER:
J6774N
The application filing period will begin on MARCH 18, 2025, at 8:00 A.M. (PT) - Continuous
We will keep accepting applications until all positions are filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.
NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
We welcome applications from anyone
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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 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and 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 searching for a team member who is:- Highly motivated and diligent in performing routine cleaning, sanitizing, and polishing duties to maintain the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Custody facilities.
Essential Job Functions
Transports biohazard items (e.g., syringes, needles, plastic, pills, bloody items, linens, bodily fluids) that have been prepared by the medical staff/team.
Empties trash containers by removing trash and replacing trash bags.
Cleans hard and soft surfaces (e.g., desks, countertops) by dusting, wiping, and sanitizing.
Cleans floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, polishing, buffing, vacuuming, and picking up trash.
Cleans furniture and fixtures by dusting, wiping, and polishing.
Cleans glass surfaces (e.g., windows, glass doors) by using sponges and wipes.
Restocks supplies (e.g., toilet papers, paper towels, soap) by refilling items.
Mixes cleaning solutions by combining solutions and water according to instructions.
Reports building maintenance or repair needs (e.g., burned-out light bulbs, leaking faucets and valves, clogged restroom fixtures and drains, inoperable doors, locks, and latches, etc.) by informing supervisor (e.g., orally communicates to supervisor).
Reports supply needs by informing supervisor
For more information, click here to view the classification specification: Custodian
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
No training or experience is required.
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:
3 - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
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 used 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 three (3) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT
A Training & Experience assessment will evaluate the training and experience you list on a questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system. This assessment is worth 100% of your total score andassesses proficiencies gained in the following areas:- Experience working as a custodian, janitor, or cleaning staff in Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, Prison, Jails, or other Correctional Facilities.
- Experience working in restocking supplies, mixing cleaning solutions, reporting repair and supply needs to supervisor, transporting biohazard items, and overseeing staff.
THE PASSING SCORE FOR THE ASSESSMENT IS 70%.
Eligibility and Vacancy Information:
Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on an eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months.
The eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Custody General & Specialized Division.
NO PERSON MAY TAKE PART IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
AS PART OF THE HIRING INTERVIEW PROCESS, CANDIDATES MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS THE CUSTODY FACILITY SECURITY CLEARANCE. UPON SUCCESSFUL CLEARANCE , A TOUR WILL BE PROVIDED.
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A DETAILED 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 has a " zero tolerance " policy for its employees for the following:- use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription
AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any Shift
APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS.
WORK CONDITIONS
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department operates seven (7) days a week, 24-hours a day. Appointees MUST be willing to work:- in a 24 hour/7 days a week operating Los Angeles Sheriff's Department jail facility within Los Angeles County.
- any shift, day or night.
- holidays and weekends.
- in close proximity with law enforcement personnel.
- in a secure environment where inmates may be present.
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. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically before 5:00 P.M., PT, on the last day of filing.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's 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 applicant's 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.- c dorado@lasd.org
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NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS.
TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED, YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
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
TTY Coordinator Phone: (213) 626-0251
Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit
Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611
Department Contact Email: sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org
For more information on Employment Information, click on the link below. http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Los Angeles County
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With a population of more than 10 million people and 88 cities, Los Angeles County has more residents than any county in the nation.
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 100,000 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.
As one of the Top 10 Government Services Employers, as named by Forbes Magazine, the County of Los Angeles provides those committed to a career in public service with boundless opportunities, a platform for professional and personal growth and the ability to truly make a difference in people's lives.
A career with the County means you will have the chance to be a part of building and providing services for an amazingly diverse population of citizens. From helping families in need to fighting fires to keeping our beaches clean, the County of Los Angeles provides an environment where you can touch and enrich lives everyday.
A career path in the County is truly that – a path. Many of those in our County family begin and end their careers here in two very different places. You may start out as an Administrative Assistant in Public Works and find yourself a few years later as a Manager in the Department of Community and Senior Services. While many County employees remain on the same career path in one department for their entire careers, others move between departments or take advantage of training and other opportunities to find new careers within the County.
The path you take is up to you. As a Los Angeles County employee, the opportunities – and the possibilities - are limitless.
Flexible Work Schedules
Depending on the requirements of their department and position, some employees may have the option to craft a work schedule that accomplishes their mission, while providing flexibility, including 4/40 workweeks and other options.
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From the harbor at Marina del Rey to the forests of the Antelope Valley, big cities, small municipalities and rural communities – there are opportunities to work for the County wherever you roam and wherever you call home.
Job Security
The County of Los Angeles is committed to providing our permanent employees with long-term employment and dependable benefits. It's a lasting career with an employer who is committed to your success.
Career Development
The County encourages all employees to take advantage of the many training and development opportunities available.
Outstanding Benefits
The County offers its employees one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation.
Diversity
Integrity and respect lie at the heart of our Equity Policy and reflect our Mission, Vision, and Values.
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